May 12, 2026
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office is once again reminding residents to keep their guard up after reports surfaced that scammers are now masquerading as the sheriff’s office itself — right down to spoofing the department’s official phone number. According to the sheriff’s office, callers posing as law enforcement
Citizens Memorial Hospital has named Staci Rogers, M.D., as its new chief medical officer. In this role, Dr. Rogers will lead clinical strategy, oversee patient safety efforts and guide medical innovation across the CMH system. She will replace Ron Evans, M.D., who will retire in January 2026 after serving eight years as chief medical officer
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom Vernon County began December with its first snowfall of the season, prompting local officials to issue fire safety reminders as temperatures continue to drop. Sheriff Jason Buehler said residential fires have risen across the county, and he is urging residents to take extra precautions as more people rely on
The Miss Merry Christmas was crowned at the Christmas lighting ceremony Monday, Nov. 24. Sage McCullough, daughter of Kevin and Brandi McCullough was crowned Miss Merry Christmas 2025. Her escort was Grady Wolf, son of Robert and Ashley Wolf. Runner up was Arysa Lamb, daughter of Nicki Leonard and Steven Lamb. Her escort was Cole
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom With the countdown to the traditional post-Thanksgiving shopping rush underway, retailers and consumers alike are adjusting to a rapidly shifting holiday retail landscape. This year, two major factors are influencing how, when, and where people shop: early “Black Friday” sale roll-outs, and uncertainty caused by the federal government shutdown
Children’s toys and gifts for teens (up to $15 for small gifts; $30 for large gifts) may be dropped off at the Toys for Tots Drive at Fugate Motors through Sat Dec. 13. Cash donations may be sent to committee treasurer, Steve Wiseman, 884 S 275 Rd, El Dorado Springs, 64744. Volunteers are needed to
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom As the holiday season approaches, area residents who are grieving the loss of a loved one will have an opportunity to receive guidance and support through a “GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays” seminar scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Family Restoration Center. The two-hour program will be held from
GFWC GENERATION III , a local women’s community service organization founded in 1979 , hosted our annual Christmas Tea at Wayside Inn museum on Sunday, Nov. 16, with guests of honors being this years 2025 Miss Merry Christmas candidates: Standing from left: Hailee Sanderson, EHS Senior, daughter of Richard Sanderson and Bridget Sanderson; Arysa Lamb,
About 20 people met at the Lions Club on Sunday, Nov.16 , to discuss the emergency warming shelter at at the Liston Center. The shelter is an overnight operation during forecasted temperatures at or below 19 degrees for a sustained period of 4 hours or more. The group reviewed the guidelines for each of the
In response to the effects of the federal government shutdown on SNAP benefits in Missouri, the Children’s Trust Fund (CTF) and its Board of Directors approved $400,000 in additional funding on Friday to assist Missouri communities and families facing food insecurity. CTF will donate $100,000 to Feeding Missouri, to be distributed to six regional food
