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by Caleb Jones  |  cjones@amec.coop If you ever go out to the Jones Farm, you’ll see some of the finest corner posts in Moniteau County. While the rest of the fence may need a little work, those old hedge posts have stood the test of time. Around 25 years ago, my brother, Clayton, and I

by Connie Maupin The Cedar County Historical Society held their monthly meeting on April 28, at the museum in Stockton. Members present were: President Judy Nichols, Secretary Connie Maupin, Treasurer Anna Hopkins, Ellis Benham, Bob Estes, Joe Phillips, Bob Phillips, Sheila Griggs and Judi Cain. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of

The Preserve the Vision fundraising banquet was a night to remember. The evening’s focus was on remembering the past and forming the future of El Dorado Christian School. Banquet guests enjoyed a delicious meal in a beautifully-decorated atmosphere, served by the ECS students. This year’s Preserve the Vision Banquet was in honor of Mrs. Betty

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building, on Thursday, May 1, for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Our leader, Warren called the meeting to order, Carol led us in singing “To TOPS Club We Will Go”. Warren led us in our TOPS and KOPS Pledges, and Roll Call. Fifteen members

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

From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom Cedar County has taken a formal step toward becoming a Blue Shield Designated community under Missouri’s “Safer Missouri” initiative, spearheaded by Governor Mike Kehoe. On April 9, the Cedar County Commission unanimously signed Resolution No. 20250414, signaling its intent to meet eligibility criteria that prioritize public safety, law enforcement

Friday, May 2 –Mo-Kan Square Dancers – 7:30-10 p.m. Jay Wright calling – Dining Hall at Vernon County Fairgrounds, Nevada – $7 per person. Info: Harolds 417-465-2241 or Eberts 417-684-2794. Wednesday, May 7 – American Legion Post 233 ham and Bean or Taco Soup fundraiser, 201 N. Kirkpatrick. Delivery and To Go available. Donations accepted. Dennis

On Sunday, April 20, at 2:49 p.m. the fire chief deployed the fire deprtment to storm spot. Five trucks and 21 firefighters responded. On Tuesday, April 22, at 2:30 p.m. the fire department was sent to investigated and resolved waste material burning in the yard on S. Grand St. Three firefighters responded. On Wednesday, April

The El Dorado Springs Optimist Club would like to thank the following for making this year’s Easter Egg Hunt a success. Sonic for certificates, Mid Missouri Bank for the $2 bills, Santa Paula for the frisbees, James Brackenridge for the grand prizes and the school for letting us use the gyms.

The day was a little overcast, but between the food and the raffle Bright Futures  raised $1,167. Everybody had a good time and stayed all day. Fugate Motors hosted the event.