Service dog teams and the ADA

Service dogs have a higher purpose on this earth as they accomplish amazing feats on a daily basis for those with disabilities. “Service Dogs are vitally necessary to many whose lives are enhanced and improved by the tasks they perform”, says Shawn Abell, founder of Dog’s Nation.  For over a decade Shawn has been combining

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Strategies for combating negativity on social media

Putting your community in the social media limelight brings the risk of receiving occasional negative comments. You might be thinking, “Won’t negative comments turn other potential customers away?” The answer, according to David Burton, county engagement specialist with University of Missouri Extension, is “not necessarily.” “Negative feedback also provides an excellent opportunity to showcase your

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Arrests made, drugs seized during raid of nevada home

Two people have been arrested Friday afternoon after Detectives with the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant in the 1200 block of N. Chestnut Street in Nevada, Mo. Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said his Office received information that occupants of the residence were selling methamphetamine. Mosher said a search warrant was executed,

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Greetings, My Fellow Missourians On Saturday, I attended the Eldorado Springs Annual Christmas Parade. They honored and recognized their VFW for being 100 years old this year. I posted the Missouri State Flag Riding my Horse “Big Sky Boy.” After the parade Marla and I joined Senator Sandy Crawford and her husband, John, along with

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Cedar Democrats to meet

Cedar County Democratic Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3,  in the courthouse in Stockton. Lindsey Simmons, attorney from Hallsville and candidate for representative of the 4th Congressional District, will be our guest speaker. Come out and meet Lindsey. Darrell Martin, secretary 296-3754.

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CEDAR COUNTY COURT

The following misdemeanors have been disposed in Cedar County. David A. Burrows, III, El Dorado Springs, exceeded posted speed limit, 9/27/19. Fine: $5050,  11/7/19. Timothy Jon Chadd, Milo, exceeded posted speed limit, 10/12/19. Fine: $70.50, 11/9/19. Timothy Daniel Cooley, Shawnee Mission, KS, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, 9/14/19. Fine: $250, 11/13/19. Duel McCall Hannah, Osceola,

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CEDAR COUNTY SHERIFF

11/17 • Three suspicious males on Hwy 32 between Hwy Z and the Boathouse.  Would not move out of the way.  All dressed in black.  Handled by officer. • Property damage reported on Englewood Stockton.  Caller heard noises but didn’t see anything until they went out next morning and the rear window was broken in

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VERNON COUNTY SHERIFF

Nov. 22, stealing-firearm/explosive weapon/ammonium at 600 block W. Lee St., Nevada. Nov.22, counterfeiting at 2500 block E. Austin Blvd., Nevada. Nov. 22, peoperty damage 2nd degree at 300 block S. First St., Sheldon. Nov. 23, dwi at E. Quail Rd., Nevada. Nov. 24, burglary-2nd degree at 23600 block E. Earhart Rd., Walker.

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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) Law enforcement activities The El Dorado Springs Police Department

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY COMMISSION

The St. Clair County Commission met Monday, Oct. 21, with Robert Salmon, presiding commissioner; Leroy Strope, north commissioner; Gerald Williams, south commissioner; Debbie Peden, county clerk-absent and Lori Rowe, administrative assistant present. The Commissioner had a discussion about road conditions and the locations of equipment. A constituent came in to report a concern on NW

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