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From the Veranda, Where Truth Prefers Fresh Air Dearest Gentle Readers, In the gentle rolling hills of our beloved Cedar County, a new season of civic duty now unfolds. August’s ballot draws near, and with it the opportunity — and responsibility — for every eligible citizen to step forward and shape the future of our

On Monday, Feb. 16, at 2:50 p.m. the fire department was dispatched to a tree fire mutual aid call for Schell City Fire Department on S.W. 200 Rd. in St. Clair County. The response was cancelled while enroute. One truck and four firefighters were responding.

Scams are costing families thousands Follow-up inspection of a crawl space support column previously reported as having active termites. No evidence was found, yet a $1,500 termite treatment had been recommended. Every week I meet homeowners after stressful inspections. They were told problems were urgent and expensive. Most never received clear proof. Fear arrives before

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

I spent several days interviewing OPO’s (Organ Procurement Organizations) and drove to Springfield to interview the Saving Sight Partner Support Manager.  We spoke for almost two and a half hours as she educated me on the ins and outs of helping others to live.  ‘Donor Hero’ was a phrase this lady used, and I thought

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building 700 E. Hospital Rd, on Thursday, Feb. 19, for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Our Leader, Warren called the meeting to order. Carol led us in singing “You Are My Song”. We said our TOPS & KOPS pledges Warren led us in roll

Our Big Raffle results The 50/50 winner was Jerl Leonard. He took $8 and donated rest back to Post.   Chance Cyr chose 1/2 hog Ron Swopes chose 1/2 hog Robert Vermillian got $500

Two legs or four, fur or feathers, there’s something for everyone during Tractor Supply’s February events, including Chick Days, Animal Days and local Farm Bash celebration on Saturday, February 21 Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced today a dynamic lineup of animal-focused events launching in February. From

Pest Control Is a Partnership Professional steam is used here as one available Bed Bug treatment option, targeting active insects in sleeping areas. Most people discover Bed Bugs only after they have moved in. Bites appear, sleep disappears, and stress rises quickly. By the time signs become obvious, the problem has already grown. That moment

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