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“The Band Plays On”

Jolly visitor coming to Band this Saturday for Christmas in July Bring the kids and come see our jolly visitor this Saturday evening during our Christmas in July band concert. When he drops by he’s usually on vacation and always glad to see folks from El Dorado Springs stopping by to see him. We look

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Long pleads not guilty as questions surface over alleged victim’s statements

From the El Dorado Springs Newsroom Davis Long pleaded not guilty on Monday, July 14, during his arraignment at the Cedar County Courthouse in Stockton.  He faces two felony charges stemming from allegations involving sexual misconduct toward a minor. Judge Munton scheduled Mr. Long’s next court appearance for September 8, 2025, with pretrial discovery expected

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Safety first: Let’s keep the Picnic safe for everyone

The Police Department wants to assure the safety and security of everyone in attendance. So, we want to take this opportunity to offer the following information and suggestions that might help to make the picnic more enjoyable and memorable for you: City Park rules and regulations prohibit the following: 1. Use or drink any quantity

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The Band Plays On

  Municipal Band Plays at 6:00 P.M. During Picnic Come listen to your Municipal Band at 6:00 p.m. during all three nights of the Picnic. We have selected special programs each night for your listening pleasure. On Thursday we have some good old favorite songs that we hope you enjoy. Friday is our Movie Night,

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Grill winner helps families: Anna McCowin triumphs in Good Dads raffle

by Melanie Chance The smell of sizzling summer just got a little closer for one local resident. Congratulations go out to Anna McCowin, whose name was drawn live as the winner of the Blackstone Grill giveaway hosted by Good Dads of Cedar County, El Dorado Springs and Stockton. McCowin purchased her winning ticket at Tractor

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One Big Beautiful Bill = Freedom for Americans

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

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“The Band Plays On”

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

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Cedar County on alert after surge in drug-related medical emergencies

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

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