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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

Front row, (from left) Past President Suzette Berning, President Gina Whitlock. Back row (from left) Board Member Debbie Floyd, Board Member Brenda Beaty, Board Member Crissa Knoll, Board Member Terry Floyd, Vice President Danna Clayton, Secretary Kelly Chism, Vice President Faye Koger, Treasurer Stephanie Arnold and New Comer of the Year Board Member MaKenzie Schwalm.

NEWMAN RECOGNIZED – Paula Newsman, was presented a certificate of appreciation naming her the Nine Wonders Optimist of the Year. The award was presented by Club President Suzette Berning.

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Firefly Services building, on Thursday, Sept. 18, for their regular weigh-in and meeting. Our Leader, Warren called the meeting to order. Carol led us in singing “TRICK OR TREATING” We said our TOPS & KOPS pledges Warren led us in roll call, Seventeen members weighed in.

Those attending the Boultinghouse reunion were: Charles and Carol; Don and Karen Boultinghouse; Josh and Tara Berning; Wade, Michaela, Silas and Hank Hicks; Shawn and Cassie; Kade, Camryn and Kyndall Collins; Shane, Virginia and Darlinda Davis, Deb and Mike Swirezynski.

By Melanie Chance We’ve reached the end of James Clear’s Atomic Habits, and these final chapters brought the book full circle. They aren’t about quick tricks. They are about going deeper — finding the habits that fit who you are, learning how to stay motivated, and knowing how to keep growing even when life gets

Just five months ago, Dave and Lou Ferguson purchased “Downtown Laundry” on N. Main Street. In a remarkably short time, their presence has been felt far beyond the hum of washing machines and dryers—they have brought hope and care to the community in ways few businesses do. From the beginning, the Fergusons were determined to

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

On Monday, Sept. 25, at 9:37 p.m. the fire chief was dispatched to an apartment on S. Ohio St. for a reported natural gas leak in a cooking stove. The incident was turned over to the gas company. On Thursday, Sept. 11, at 10:56 a.m. the fire department was dispatched to the airport to set

The Cedar County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary met on Sept. 9 at the Liston facility for lunch to recognize their volunteers. NEW AUX CO-PRESIDENTS – (from left) Joyce Dawson and Jean Wernel. The theme for the meeting included flowers and butterflies. This year the “Oinkin’ Spud” fund raiser is on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Contact an Auxiliary