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Young skunks strike out on their own in August

August marks a time of change not only for humans, but wildlife as well. Children head back to the classrooms for a new school year and in the wild, it’s time for young skunks to strike out on their own. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages people to discover nature by learning more about

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ElDo Lion becomes District Governor

Lion Lewis Carnes became District Govetnor at the International Convention in Fukuka, Japan on June, 28 2016. Lion Lewis Carnes lives in Stockton and has been an active member of the El Dorado Lions Club for the past six years. His “Partner in Service” is Lion Sharon; also a member of the El Dorado Lions

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Gardening to distraction

Purslane Packs a Punch GTD Years ago, as I was visiting a farmer’s market in Georgetown. I saw bundles of a familiar plant that I couldn’t quite identify. As I watched market visitors, several bought the bundles that reminded me of moss rose leaves. I had chatted with the vendor earlier, who was from Missouri.

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Lockwood shooter in Cedar County jail

On Monday, Aug. 1, Caleb Zane Eccher, 20, Lockwood,  was arrested for his involvement in the shootings which occurred at the intersection of US 160 at Dade County Road 81 and at Prairie Mountain Screening, located at 509 West 4th Street, Lockwood.  The Dade County Prosecuting Attorney charged Eccher with two counts of Assault 1st

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Cards of Thanks

To the Class of 1966 for a most memorable evening with many of my favorite people. How exciting to be greeted with so many smiling faces and big bear hugs as I was escorted to the table decorated with our colors and a beautiful bouquet of dark red roses. It was a place for one-on-one

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SCHELL CITY FIRE RECEIVES CHECK FROM MDC

Billy Neuenschwander, (left) Missouri Department of Conservation Resource Tech, presents a check for $2,973.97 to James Goodman, Schell City Volunteer Fire Chief. It is that time of year again where local fire departments are receiving grant checks from the Conservation Department. The intent of the grant program is to organize, train and equip fire protection

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CHAMBER RIBBON CUTTING

Preferred Family Healthcare, 1402 S. Hwy. 32 in El Dorado Springs, was honored with an official Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting on Friday, July 29. Preferred Family Healthcare of Joplin sent state officials to assist with the event. Pictured are (from left, first row) Direct Support Staffer Rita James, Regional Director Matt Ferguson, Vice President

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54 to be inducted into Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame

Fifty-four Missourians will be inducted into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Fred E. Davis Multipurpose Center on the State Fair Community College campus in Sedalia. The Missouri 4-H Foundation annually recognizes the work of 4-H friends and volunteers through its recognition and awards program, said Rachel

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NORTH POLE VISITORS IN PARK

Santa, an Elf and one of his reindeer dropped by for a visit Saturday evening. (But they forgot the cool weather.) What a great surprise to see them. We had an assortment of Christmas music for Christmas in July so we sure hope we made all three of our visitors feel right at home –

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“The Band Plays On”

Santa, an Elf and a Reindeer as guests Saturday Night Santa, an Elf and one of his reindeer dropped by for a visit Saturday evening. What a great surprise to see them. We had an assortment of Christmas music for Christmas in July so we sure hope we made all three of our visitors feel

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