Bulldogs hang tough against Blue Birds

by Head Coach Kelley Beckner After three weeks of traveling, the ElDo Bulldogs opened up a home stand with a strong showing against the Blue Birds from Cole Camp. It was a hard-fought victory that had plays to cheer for in all phases of the game.  I was extremely proud of the team’s composure throughout

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FAST AND TOUGH

FAST AND TOUGH  – ECS freshman Olivia Bryson placed 7th in the Class IA Division, on September 7, 2019 at the SWCCA/Richard Clark Invitational in Bolivar.  Olivia also medaled at the Cottey College Cross Country Invitational on Sept. 14 placing 12th out of 73.

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ECS HONORS GRANDPARENTS

ECS HONORS GRANDPARENTS – El Dorado Christian School celebrated Grandparent’s Day on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The gymnasium was packed with over 300 grandparents in attendance. Preschool K3 through sixth grade performed a short program of action songs, Grandparent Poems and memorized Bible passages. Mrs. Eslinger’s 8th grade Literature class wrote heartfelt memories about their Grandparents

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Become a remote worker in your own community

by Michele Kroll, Community Economic Development, MU Extension Do you want a higher income, lower stress level, advancement opportunities, and better work–life balance? If any of these benefits sound good to you join us and learn the skills needed to work remotely. The “Rural Online Initiative” [ROI] launches a pilot program on Oct. 7 for

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Share the road this harvest season

This autumn, the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety wants to remind motorists to be on the lookout for slow-moving farm vehicles. Please remember that farmers are just doing their jobs when moving equipment from field to field. It’s important that we be patient and drive carefully around farm vehicles. Non-farm motorists may not immediately recognize

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Home canning is a science, accuracy is crucial for safety

In southwest Missouri, food preservation is a time honored tradition for many families. However, if part of that tradition includes using old family recipes, it is wise to update to new recipes and methods according to Jennifer Nevatt, county engagement specialist in nutrition and health with University of Missouri Extension. “Food preservation is a science

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HAVE YOU TAKEN THE PLEDGE?

HAVE YOU TAKEN THE PLEDGE? – The Senior Life Solutions Team at Cedar County Memorial Hospital has been out and about in the community to remind everyone of rising suicide rates as September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — and to see if  —- “YOU” have taken “The Pledge”??? Thanks to those who have

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News from Harwood and Schell City

by Helen Ellerman Madalyn’s Kitchen, south of Schell City, held her steak dinner Sunday, Sept. 22. She says there was a very large crowd. She says thank you to everyone that supported her. Madalyn’s Kitchen will close at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26, and all day Friday, Sept. 27. She will reopen at her

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Miller-Boultinghouse reunion well attended

The annual Miller-Boultinghouse reunion on Sept. 15 in the El Dorado Springs Civic Center brought cousins from as far away as Kansas City, Girard, KS, and Bolivar with most of them from the El Dorado Springs area. After a delicious carry-in dinner, the cousins settled down for the serious business of catching up. Those signing

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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in the United Methodist Church, 201 E Broadway on Thursday, Sept. 19, for their weekly weigh-in and meeting. Leader Susan is still on vacation, Co Leader, Linda H is still with her son, Jon in the hospital, Secretary, Jean L opened the meeting with the TOPS & KOPS

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