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What’s new at the hospital gift shop?

Cedar County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is excited to announce the arrival of Spring merchandise in the gift shop at the hospital! You can find fun flowers with heartwarming sayings or adorable shelf sitters that are piggy banks! You can find some old fashion “hoop” wall hangings, as well as some great framed art work. Are

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‘Just One Thing: Confessions of a Food addict’

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Hill Church building, on Thursday, April 10, for their regular weigh-in and meeting. This was a temporary meeting place for today only as our regular meeting place Firefly Services was not available. Our Leader, Warren called the meeting to order, Carol led us in singing “A

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Fire report for week of March 30

On Wednesday, April 2, at 10:30 a.m. the fire chief called for weather spotters to be deployed. Four trucks and 13 firefighters responded. After the all clear was advised one truck and eight firefighters responded to Nevada to assist with search and rescue efforts. On Friday, April 4, at 9:53 a.m. the fire chief was

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Rural Justice Report

Tracking Local Crime and Court Cases 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 this platform,

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Stockton museum to hold historic program Sunday, June 8

by Judy Nichols The Cedar County Historical Society met at the museum in Stockton on Monday, March 31. Members attending were: President Judy Nichols, Vice President Chris Barber, Treasurer Anna Hopkins, Virginia Barber, Sharyl Henry, Frank Stranimier, Joe Phillips, Carl Reeves, Bob Phillips, Ellis Benham and Bob Estes. After the Pledge of Allegiance was recited,

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This month’s entertainment: How observant are you?

Submitted by Lana Sue Jones           Our March 11 meeting was held with Sherry Wiseman hostess and Sue Jones as so-hostess. President Glenda Ware called the meeting to order. The minutes were read and treasurer report given. There were no committee reports. Old business was to decide on a place for

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Department of Natural Resources assists communities impacted by recent storms

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources continues to assist communities that sustained damage from severe storms and tornados that swept through the state March 14 and again April 2. MoDNR is helping affected communities manage debris and providing technical assistance to drinking water or wastewater facilities impacted by power failures. The waivers on storm debris

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Two local women named to Springfield Business Journal’s 40 Under 40

JENNA VICKERS – Jenna Vickers says that following career advice to do excellent work wherever you are has led to her leadership role with Associated Electric Cooperative Inc. After five years as an auditor at what is now Forvis Mazars LLP, Vickers, 30, began work in 2021 with AECI, a wholesale power generator for over

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Keep up the good work everyone

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building on Thursday, April 3, for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Our Co- leader, Linda H called the meeting to order, Carol led us in singing “TOPS Drinking Song” (drink your water) Linda led us in our TOPS and KOPS Pledges, and Roll Call.

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