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In the Shadow of the Flag I’ve crossed that parking lot hundreds of times. It’s the same route on the same stretch of pavement, focused on my car as I walk. Most days it’s just another small transition between work and whatever waits on the other sid e of the day. But one day recently,

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building 700 E. Hospital Rd., on Thursday, June 25 for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Warren called the meeting to order. Linda H led us in singing “It’s Not Too Late.” We said our TOPS & KOPS pledges. Waren led us in roll call,

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building 700 E. Hospital Rd, on Thursday, June 13, for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Warren called the meeting to order Carol and Phyllis led us in singing “Topsi Doodle”. We said our TOPS & KOPS pledges Waren led us in roll call, 14

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

The last articles have been focused on the process of writing obituaries.  This and possibly the next article will be showing one of the dark sides that sometimes rears its ugly head after a death.  My mom’s husband Larry told me that nothing divides a family quicker than a death in the family.  Funeral home

Natalie Eberhard Marketing Specialist natalie.eberhard@cedarcomem.com 417-876-3745 The Cedar County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) Board of Trustees met on June 17 to review strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, improving operational efficiency, and maximizing federal reimbursements. All board members attended. The meeting began with a presentation from Leah Burke of VersaBadge, a company specializing in Critical

Natalie Eberhard Marketing Specialist natalie.eberhard@cedarcomem.com 417-876-3745 The Cedar County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) Board of Trustees met on June 17 to review strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, improving operational efficiency, and maximizing federal reimbursements. All board members attended. The meeting began with a presentation from Leah Burke of VersaBadge, a company specializing in Critical

By Teresa Lyness As we move closer to the June 26-28 production dates, all of the Lighthouse Children’s Theatre board members are hard at work getting ready, but probably none more so than the directors. Since our community is so fortunate to have these talented individuals pouring their knowledge into our youth, over the next

Blog for September 8, 2023 Roncesvalles to Zubiri An Early Start Today I felt the need to get up and start my walk earlier than necessary. It was one of those days where I sensed a need for some alone time before other pilgrims began their journey. For at least one hour, in a very

Beyond the Ropes Long before I could swim to it, I knew exactly where I wanted to go. Out beyond the roped-off swimming area at the Lake of Three Fires sat a floating platform with a slide and diving board. To most people, it probably wasn’t much to look at. To me, it might as