CMH names Dr. Staci Rogers as its next chief medical officer

Citizens Memorial Hospital has named Staci Rogers, M.D., as its new chief medical officer. In this role, Dr. Rogers will lead clinical strategy, oversee patient safety efforts and guide medical innovation across the CMH system. She will replace Ron Evans, M.D., who will retire in January 2026 after serving eight years as chief medical officer

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The Rock Wall

We had an unusual Thanksgiving dinner but a good one. Kimball had picked up several dishes at Parker Leigh and got one of her apple pies ready about midnight to throw in the oven Thanksgiving morning. Gathered around the table were our brother-in-law, Tom Gough, Davis, Kimball and me. I think Tom just went for

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7 sun ideas to do this weekend

Saturday, Dec. 6 – Pancake & Pajamas with Santa – Wayside Inn Museum 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 – Annual Osceola Arts & Crafts Festival – Osceola High School 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Numerous vendors Saturday, Dec. 6 – 29th Annual Christmas in the Country, Appleton City Depot Craft Show Parade at

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Creepin’ It Local

O’Reilly’s Goes Above and Beyond O’Reilly’s in El Dorado Springs, where going the extra mile is just another day’s work. This past weekend highlighted the community-focused service provided by O’Reilly Auto Parts in El Dorado Springs. On Saturday, our daughter was driving my wife’s car to pick up groceries from Walmart in Nevada when the

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Capitol Recap: What’s going on in Washington

By Mark Alford As we gather around our tables this week, it’s worth remembering that Thanksgiving is more than a holiday; it’s a story. A story of perseverance, unity, and one woman who believed gratitude could help heal a divided nation. Most Americans have never heard the name Sarah Josepha Hale, but she’s often called

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BBB tips on the red flags of a pet scam, how to avoid them

Who wouldn’t want to get a cute puppy as a gift for the holidays? Before you shell out for a new furry friend, read BBB’s new update to a 2017 study to learn how to spot a puppy scam. Recent reports to BBB found that scammers use sought-after breeds like German shepherds, French bulldogs and

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Fire report for week of Nov. 23

On Saturday, Nov. 22, at 1:51 p.m. an assestant chief was dispatched to an apartment at 800 N. Main for a malfunctioning carbon monoxide alarm sounding. On Wednesday, Nov. 26, at 10:42 p.m. the fire department was dispatched to the airport to setup and protect a landing zone for a medical aircraft. The department was

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Rural Justice Report

Tracking Local Crime and Cou 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 this

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