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On Saturday, Jan. 3, at 2:23 p.m. the fire department was dispatched to a structure fire on S. U Hwy. with mutual aid given by Caplinger Mills Fire Department. Four trucks and 15 firefighters responded from the ElDo Fire Department.

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building 700 E. Hospital Rd, on Thursday Jan. 1, 2026 for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Our Leader, Warren called the meeting to order. Carol led us in singing “This Is My Lose Year” We said our TOPS & KOPS pledges Warren led us

Voices Worth Hearing The radio was always on when I was growing up—in the house or shop, on farm equipment, and even the hog house. More often than not, it was tuned to KMA radio out of Shenandoah, Iowa. That signal carried market prices, weather forecasts, voices we trusted, and information that mattered long before

By Melanie Chance Frustration over delayed tax payments, refunds, and shifting property assessments dominated a tense, at times emotional, Cedar County Commission meeting this week, as residents and business owners pressed officials for answers and accountability. As discussion intensified, and multiple residents began speaking at once, Michael Saathoff, a resident and business owner, requested that

Resolutions That Really Stick The start of a new  year  brims with promise, but without a clear plan, resolutions often fade before February. The key to success is creating a roadmap for setting goals that are meaningful, achievable, and lasting. The first step is reflection. Take time to review the past year, noting successes, challenges,

On Sunday Dec. 21, at 3:16 p.m. the fire department was dispatched to a brush fire at County Rds. S 151 and E. 800. Olympia Fire Department had the fire knocked down on our arrival. Thank you Olympia. Three ElDo trucks and 10 firefighters were responding. On Monday, Dec. 22, at 8:38 a.m. the fire

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

When I submitted my last article I wondered, “Well, what am I going to write about next?”  Then I received a text from a friend of over sixty years.  She wrote, “You’re so talented.”  It made me cry.  Why?  Because I don’t consider myself talented.  I write what I feel the Spirit inspires me to

One Day At a Time The new year has a way of sneaking up on us. One day it’s December, full of cookies and Christmas lights, and the next day the calendar flips to January like someone slamming the book shut on the entire year. There’s something almost comical about the confidence of it all,

The holiday season is a special time to pause, reflect, and celebrate the blessings in our lives. It is a season to cherish family, spend time with loved ones, and enjoy the simple joys that bring warmth and meaning to each day. Christmas reminds us of the importance of giving, kindness, and compassion, and encourages