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From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom NEVADA, Mo. — A reported hostage situation that prompted a large law enforcement response on Ash Street in Nevada earlier this week was later determined to be the result of a “swatting” call, according to information released on social media by local authorities. The Vernon County Sheriff’s Office and

What if this were your last Christmas?  Many will think this is a dreary and sad way to start a holiday season article.  But I want you to know how much you mean to others and how much they mean to you.  How will they remember you?  Or, how will you remember them?  This Christmas

From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom The Lamar Walmart Supercenter was filled with law enforcement officers and community partners, who gathered to bring holiday joy to children during the annual Shop with a Cop event. Officers from multiple agencies, including the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office and the Lamar Fire Department, joined Walmart associates to help

FISH OF A LIFETIME – My earliest memories of my late dad, Clifford Long, are his pursuit of a bigger flat head catfish. He loved to set trotlines and to run those lines. Finally I had an idea where to set a line. I was crappie fishing with a minnow on a jig on 4

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Day Program building, 700 E. Hospital Rd. on Tuesday, Dec. 11, for our weigh-in and meeting. Our Leader, Warren called the meeting to order. Erin led us in singing, TOPS is Great. We then said our TOPS and KOPS Pledges. Warren started our roll call

On Sunday, Dec. 7, at 4:49 p.m. the fire department was dispatched to a residence on W. Joe Davis for a smoke alarm sounding. The alarm was malfunctioning. Two trucks and eight firefighters responded. On Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 1:42 p.m. the fire chief was dispatched to a residence on W. Joe Davis for reported

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

Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13 – 6th Annual Last-Minute Gift Grab at Grace Christian Academy, 102 E. First St, Lowry City Friday 3-7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more info call 660-869-8448 Now – Dec. 24 – Christmas Photo Booth at Physicians Medical M-F 8-5 Free 4×6 photo December –

In El Dorado Springs, four local residents are taking their first steps toward stability and opportunity — and their efforts are shaping a brand-new community resource. The Elevate Cedar County logo, representing the organization’s mission to help individuals rebuild their lives through personalized support, now in its new location. Over the weekend of December 5,

From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom A St. Clair County man is facing a felony charge after an investigation revealed he allegedly engaged in a sexual relationship with a juvenile, according to court records. Joseph Green, 24, of Osceola, has been charged with second-degree statutory rape. The case stems from a report made to the