Fire report for week of Jan. 5

On Monday, Jan. 6, at 10:24 p.m. the fire chief responded to an apartment on McCrary Circle for a furnace problem. No issue was found. On Thursday, Jan. 9, at 6:50 p.m. a firefighter was dispatched to a residence on E. Carmen to release children accidently locked in a vehicle. On Friday, Jan. 10, at

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2025 First Baby of the New Year

Layton McKinley Graves Born 1-1-25 at 5:19 am. 8 pounds & 10 ounces 21.5 inches long Proud parents are Wyatt & Breanna Graves These community sponsors are all set to shower the new arrival with lots of generous gifts. Take a look at what the first baby will receive: Mid-Missouri Bank – $25 savings account

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CEDAR COUNTY COURT

The following misdemeanors have been disposed in Cedar County. ST V THECIA LYNN DIXON, BATTLEFIELD, MO, exceeded posted speed limit by 16-19 mph. Count 1 – defendant sentenced to fine $100. 50 and court costs. COMMUNITY BANK OF EL DORADO SPRINGS V CALVIN J. GISH, EL DORADO SPRINGS, judgment entered $39,030.41, certified copy mailed to

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CEDAR COUNTY SHERIFF

Jan. 3-13 Summary of Calls for Service: Total Calls Received: 191 Types of Calls: • Traffic Stops: 7 • Driving While Intoxicated:1 • Driving While Suspended/ Revoked: 1 • Vehicle Pursuit: 0 • Accidents: 9 • Death:1 • Disturbances: 5 • Thefts/Burglaries: 3 • Domestic Incidents: 2 • Drug-Related Incidents: 1 • Welfare Checks: 5

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY SHERIFF

The Complete St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office News Release December 31, 2024 through January 6, 2025 Currently accepting applications for Communications Officer, Detention/Jail Officers, and Transport Deputies! Apply Within GET UPDATED ON THINGS HAPPENING IN YOUR AREA! SIGN-UP FOR TEXTCASTER! Sheriff Lee Hilty would like to share more information about the Text Caster partnership. Upon

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EL DORADO SPRINGS POLICE REPORT

In the case of all arrests, it must be remembered that the charge is merely an accusation and all defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. NOTE: Anyone having information concerning any alleged crimes are encouraged to contact the police department at 876-TIPS (8477) Animal Control Anyone interested in adopting  animals from the

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CEDAR COUNTY COMMISSION

The Cedar County Commission met Jan. 7, 2025. Present: Kenneth Thornton, presiding commissioner; Ted Anderson, southern Commissioner and Heather York, county clerk. Absent: Ron Alumbaugh, northern commissioner. Yesterday’s meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather, Agenda appointments and annual bid openings were relocated to the Jan. 13 meeting. Clerk York reported that the IRS letter

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CEDAR COUNTY LAND TRANSFERS

Sean and Angie Van Der Woude to Kenneth E. McGuirk, STR 23-35-28 /NW/SW. McCrary Apartments, LLC to Brett Roberts, STR 21-36-28 /N/NW FF 125FT NORTH AND SOUTH BY 165FT EAST AND WEST. Brett Roberts to Robert and Dena Hazlett, STR 21-36-28 /N/NW; STR 21-36-28 /N/NW FF 125FT NORTH AND SOUTH BY 165FT EAST AND WEST.

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Missouri Department of Conservation Notable News from 2024

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) had an assortment of notable news during 2024 including new leadership, new state records, awards, renovations, regulation changes, and more. See the news highlights below and follow the links for more information and images. Farewell and welcomes MDC Director Sara Parker Pauley announced her retirement in January (effective July

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Thomas E. Cheek, Sr.

Thomas E. Cheek, Sr., 79, Virgil City, passed away at his home surrounded by his family at his bedside, on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, after a long courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. A graveside service for Thomas was held on Saturday, Jan. 11, at Virgil City Cemetery under the direction of Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home.

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