On the run

TYLER GOATLEY WINS DISTRICT RACE – On Saturday, Bulldog Cross Country runner, Senior Tyler Goatley (left)  dominated the district race winning in 17.11 on a tough course. Joining him on the medal stand were (center) Isaac Ashton – 2nd and Zach Adams – 3rd.

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‘Sidewalk to the Future’ Phase II pledge drive starts

The El Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce has embarked on the pledge drive for the “Sidewalk to the Future” Phase Two. The project has a central focus on children’s safety, but it will benefit the community in many ways. Timeline When asked about the timeline of Phase Two Chamber Director Jackson Tough said, “We are

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Food for fines

The library will be collecting  one item of non-perishable food for each dollar in fines from Nov. 11 to Dec. 16.  The food will benefit the local food pantries. Please no out of date or opened food.  Paper goods and pet food are welcomed.

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Public post test

In closing of the General Election held on Nov. 8, a public test of the vote tabulating equipment will be conducted in the Courthouse at 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14. The public is welcome to attend.

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Vote for Hillary

Editor: It is said that Ben Franklin told a woman, when asked in 1787: “Well, Doctor, what have we got—a Republic or a Monarchy?” He said: “A Republic, if you can keep it.” The United States has certainly almost not survived as a republic once, the Civil War, and possibly another time or two. Questioning

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Vote for our principles

Editor: Our nation today is facing a challenging time, perhaps the most challenging 200 plus year history. Not just the fear of terrorism, the risk of an economic collapse or the threats of war, but because we have drifted away from the founding principles and values that made the USA the greatest free society the

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Providing information

ALLERGIES Q:  Why are my allergies always worse in the early fall? A:  In this area, ragweed allergies are worse this time of year. If you go out in the fields, you can see a yellow haze on your four-wheeler. If you are allergic, you know you are in trouble- wheezing, eyes swelling and sometimes,

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Lois and Jim Herbst’ Centennial Farm

Story and photos by Neoma Foreman Lois Hawkins Herbst laughed and said, “When we bought my parents farm in 1996, I said if we lived 20 years, it would be a centennial farm. Well, here we are.” The farm was purchased by Benjamin Galvin on Nov. 20, 1916. He farmed there and raised his family.

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DECA to hold 21st Annual Veteran’s Day Assembly

The El Dorado Springs DECA Chapter cordially invites you to the 21st Annual Veterans Day Assembly in the High School Gym beginning at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016.  There will be a reception to follow in the High School Library for our honored guests and community members. DECA needs to update the list

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Christmas Baskets 2016

The El Dorado Springs Christmas Basket committee is pleased to announce that the distribution date for food baskets and gifts will be Dec. 17, at the First Baptist Church on Main Street.  Recipients should plan to pick up the gifts and food on Saturday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and should bring

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