CFO scholarships open for application Jan. 1

Aaron Scott, CFO, ascott@cfozarks.org 417-864-6199 Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, students in Springfield and across the region can apply for more than $1.7 million in scholarships administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. By starting at cfozarks.org/applyforscholarships, students can use the CFO’s universal application to efficiently apply for multiple scholarship opportunities. The universal application is

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Creepin’ It Local

Why character still matters in leadership In El Dorado Springs, leadership is often quiet. It is not measured by headlines or public meetings. Showing up, listening, and taking responsibility when it matters most reveals a person’s character. These actions quietly build trust and strengthen the bonds within the community. Strong leadership is reflected in the

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BBB tips on how to make holiday returns quick and easy

Odds are you’ll be part of the rush to return a gift this holiday season – retailers are expecting 17% of their holiday sales to be returned this year. And like many, you probably want that process to be as easy, convenient and inexpensive as possible. Unfortunately, holiday returns can be more complicated than usual.

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Rural Justice Report

Tracking Local Crime and Court Cases This is a Crime Page dedicated to keeping our community informed about court cases and legal matters occurring in Cedar County and the surrounding areas. As residents of rural America, it is essential to stay aware of the issues affecting our neighborhoods. Knowledge fosters safety and community engagement. Through

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KORONER’s KORNER, Age is Just a Number- TILL IT ISN’T

I see a lot of people getting old, retiring from work and the next thing you know, they’ve given up the hobbies that kept them active and young their whole life.  I came across a YouTube video the other day that really hit home with me.  It reminded me of Jim Walker, the Missouri State

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Marriage Applications

Recorder of Deeds Office Cedar County Melissa Heskett Recorder Clifford Donald Collins, 73, El Dorado Springs, and Joanne Marie Alexander, 70, El Dorado Springs. Gary Wayne Obert, 33, Bolivar, and Chelsea Hunter McGill, 32, Bolivar.

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EL DORADO SPRINGS MUNICIPAL COURT

Dec. 2 Brooke Bybee, speed 42/25. Fine: $152. Barbara Cochran, peace disturbance. Fine: $131.50. John Coleman, fts proof insurance, summons. Talya Elkington, speed 52/35. Fine: $152. Johny Frankenfield, speed 41/25. Fine: $152. Orlando Guerrero, speed 37/25. Fine: $112. Jared Hilvert, speed 41/25, request jury trial. Randy Ketterman, possess drug paraph, warrant. Trenton Otter, speed 45/35.

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CEDAR COUNTY SHERIFF

Dec. 29 to Jan. 5, 2026 Summary of Calls for Service Total Calls Received: 173 Types of Calls: • Accidents: 2 • Agency Assist: 3 • Alarm: 2 • Ambulance: 62 • Animal Calls: 6 • Building Check: 5 • Burglary 0 • City of Stockton: 4 • Check Person: 3 • Check Vehicle: 1

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY SHERIFF

The Complete St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office News Release September 23rd through September 29th, 2025 Currently accepting applications for Administrative Assistant, Communications Officer, Detention/Jail Officers, Kitchen 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

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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 Effective June 1st, 2025, the El Dorado

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