November 18, 2025
by Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) What’s Going on in Washington– Two hundred and forty-nine years ago, a band of patriots lit the fuse of liberty. This week, as fireworks fill our skies, friends and family gather, and we in the House of Representatives passed the One Big Beautiful Bill: legislation that renews that same spirit
Band warming up for Picnic Our Band programs will have just a little variety from our normal concerts this weekend. Our director, Gary Hardison would like to do something just a little different – but I don’t want to tell you about it here, I’d like for you to come down to our beautiful park
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom A concerning rise in drug-related medical incidents has drawn renewed attention from health and law enforcement officials in Cedar County. Four drug-related emergencies were reported locally last week, though it remains unclear whether any were fatal. Cedar County Memorial Hospital issued a community health alert on social media this
This will be the third year for the El Dorado Springs Sun Picnic T-shirt. Comfort colors to vote on are Washed Denim, Terracotta and Chambray. You can vote on our facebook page for your favorite color through this Friday, July 4. Only one color will be selected for the shirt. The design will be available
Picnic set up Main st and Spring St will be marked with booth numbers beginning at 7am on Wednesday, July 16. Then at 6pm set up will begin. Trailers will be set up first then tents and tables will come in after. The Dance in the Park will begin about 8pm with Mobile DJ, Polish
Under Article V. Section 16-9, Fireworks should only be discharged within the City Limits on July 4th between the hours of 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. The possession of fireworks and use of fireworks on City Properties and in the City Parks are prohibited. Do not interfere with or cause distractions to the motoring public.
From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom The Cedar County Health Department’s Stockton location has temporarily closed its doors due to necessary building maintenance. The closure, which was announced on social media, is expected to last until maintenance issues are resolved. Officials have not provided a specific reopening date but have stated that updates will be
Patriotic Program at Bandstand 4th of July The El Dorado Springs Municipal Band will perform at the Bandstand in the beautiful City Park this Friday evening from 8 to 9 and you are invited to attend. Show your red, white, and blue – bring a flag, and show your patriotic colors as you come listen
ENTER ONLINE – To enter for a chance to win one of these fireworks gift packs, visit our facebook page, “like” and comment “Happy 4th” and share the post. First Place is the Babyface Gangster series, second place is the Pyro Pack and third place is fireworks backpacks – one for a girl and one
From the El Dorado Sun Newsroom Multiple sheriff’s departments across the region are warning residents about a fraudulent text message circulating that falsely claims to be from the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT). The message threatens legal action and license suspension unless a fine is paid through a suspicious link. The scam message reads in
