MDC needs hunter help in southwest Missouri to detect CWD

More than 100 cases of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) found in deer and elk in northwest Arkansas has prompted the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) to continue its increased CWD surveillance efforts in seven southwestern and south-central Missouri counties this fall and winter. The Conservation Department encourages hunters who harvest deer in Barry, Christian, Douglas,

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Fishing report

Taberville Report by Linda McAllister Dains Fish Farm Some guys came in that had been trying to rod and reel fish down on the river. They said it was up and so swift that the water was taking their rods. They were going to to try it at Big Clear. That’s all I have heard

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Jay Carter takes bass tournament win

American Bass Anglers, Division 126 held a 2-day Championship on Stockton Lake Aug. 27-28. The weather on both days was cooperative, but the fish, not so much. Sunshine and clouds ruled both days, with not much wind and temperatures reaching the upper 80’s. Springfield angler, Jay Carter came back from a 4.09 lb. day-1 weight

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Savvy Senior®

How to prevent falls at home Dear Savvy Senior Savvy Senior How to Prevent Falls at Home Dear Savvy Senior, My 79-year-old mother, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past year. Are there any extra precautions we should take that can help prevent this? Worried Daughter Dear Worried, Falls are a big

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3 simple ways men can improve their health

Men don’t have the best track record when it comes to taking care of themselves. It’s safe to say we all know someone who is just plain stubborn about going to the doctor. Even if they exhibit clear symptoms that should be checked out, say wheezing, chronic fatigue or worse, it can be a challenge

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New grandbaby? Learn how to help baby and mom thrive

Grandparents play a unique, important role in caring for family members of all ages. Here are some ways that you can help keep babies and moms safe and healthy. Helping babies sleep safely Grandparents can help reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related causes of infant death. To help your

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Get Premium Seating at the NEVC High School campus

Purchase your Premium Seat at the NEVC High School campus for the cost of $100. The purchase price reserves your seat for ALL events held at that High School campus for the 2016-17 school year. This includes Volleyball, Junior High Basketball, Varsity Basketball, Pee-Wee Basketball and Graduation. The purchase price includes a hot dog and

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ElDo Elementary to host Scholastic Book Fair Sept. 19-30

El Dorado Springs Elementary will host a Scholastic Book Fair from Sept. 19 to Sept. 30 during school hours. Funds raised will help purchase books for the Elementary library. We invite everyone to visit, read and shop this great selection of books, as we hope to help inspire children to become lifelong readers. The Book

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SIGN UP FOR FANCY NANCY PARTY

SIGN UP FOR FANCY NANCY PARTY – Fancy Nancy Tea Parties are coming once again to the Cedar County Library, John D. Smith Branch (El Dorado Springs). There will be a Tea Party from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17,. Girls 5 to 11, come party with fancy teapots, fancy teacups, fancy decorations, and

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