Get hooked on fishing with MDC Free Fishing Days June 8 and 9

Want some free fun that gets family and friends outside in nature? Get hooked on fishing with the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Free Fishing Days June 8 and 9. During Free Fishing Days, anyone may fish in the Show-Me State without having to buy a fishing permit, trout permit, or trout park daily tag.

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MDC urges motorists to give turtles a brake!

Motorists may see some reptilian friends on the roads this spring season. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) urges drivers to be cautious and give turtles a brake! These reptiles are often hit by cars during warmer months but are at special risk this time of year because they are more active. Common turtles spotted

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Dr. Simanis finishes wilderness medicine ‘Triple Crown’

Juris Simanis, M.D., CAQSM, RMSK, FAAFP, MPH, MsPH, DiMM, FAWM, DiDMM was recently recognized for achieving the “Triple Crown” in wilderness medicine from the Wilderness Medical Society. He is among the first five physicians worldwide to complete all three programs. Dr. Simanis earned the Diploma in Mountain Medicine (DiMM) in 2018. He finished the Diploma

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The Rock Wall

I just had the best French fries ever.  They were crinkle cut and very crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and just salty enough for me. I shall completement the chef tomorrow. Speaking of chefs, our local folks are getting ready to feed everybody: Monday, May 27 – noon to Dark –

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Two Sides to Every Story

Council votes to rezone 400 North Main, 111 West Walnut and 113 W. Walnut In a four to one vote, the El Dorado Springs city council voted to allow property belonging to Brian Hansel to be rezoned from R-1 low density residential to B-3 Highway Business. Before the rezoning vote, citizens at the meeting were

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School is out for the summer, but school business never ends

The El Dorado Springs R2 School board met on May 9. Along with the retirement of Darrin Griffin, the board reviewed the construction update of the new bus barn. The building, built by Miller Construction, is finished. 1st Student, the bus contractor, is in charge of putting in the chargers for the electric busses. According

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Girls take two firsts at State

  Girls 4 x 400 podium picture-L to R-McKinli Mays, Neely Schaaf, Braylie Steward, Lainey Dody Girls 4 x 800 podium picture-L to R-McKinli Mays, Neely Schaaf, Audrey Goatley, Tatum Quinlan

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Warrant Executed

On 5-14-2024, El Dorado Springs Police Department executed a search warrant in the 100 block of West Marshall St. Several items were collected that contained suspected methamphetamines along with a pistol. Charges were filed with the Cedar County Prosecutors Office. A warrant was issued for Melisha Page for delivery of a controlled substance with a

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American Legion Post 230 Memorial Day services

As the nation prepares to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation, the Trent-Salee Post 230 American Legion has meticulously planned several Memorial Days services and ceremonies, marking a significant day in our nation’s history. The legion will conduct Memorial Day services on Monday, May 27 at the following times and

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VFW to hold Memorial Day Ceremony

VFW Post 257 will conduct a Memorial Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Monday, May 27 at the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery. The public and especially all veterans are encouraged to attend. Feel free to bring a lawn chair. This is an opportunity for our community to come together and show our pride and patriotism

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