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Mark Alford will host a Primary Election Night Watch Party on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at his campaign headquarters in Raymore, Missouri. Local television, radio, newspaper, and digital media outlets are invited to cover election night. A designated media platform will be available for credentialed media members to set up cameras, conduct interviews, and cover

Have you ever wanted to try kayaking, archery, rock climbing or trout fishing but didn’t know where to begin? If so, you’re in luck! Missouri State Parks is offering to teach you how to perform these activities in a safe and enjoyable manner. Learn2 Paddle – Join American Canoe Association-certified instructors for this introduction to

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missouri deer, turkey, waterfowl, and dove hunters that new booklets for upcoming hunting seasons are now available. Hunters and others can get the most current information on upcoming fall hunting from the MDC 2026 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information booklet and the MDC Migratory Bird

The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks, the sole supplier of blood, platelets and plasma to more than 40 area hospitals, is encouraging community members to give blood at an upcoming blood drive in El Dorado Springs on Thursday, July 23. The drive offers a simple way for residents to make a lifesaving impact close

With holiday celebrations happening, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds everyone to be careful with fireworks, campfires, and other sources of fire that could cause a wildfire Fireworks: Don’t light fireworks in any areas where the sparks could ignite dry grass, leaves, or other potential fire fuel. Always have an approved fire extinguisher and

Join the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) staff at several libraries across southeast Missouri in July for free summer reading programs. Journey through time with MDC staff and explore stories about the descendants of dinosaurs who still live among us—no registration required. July 7 at Regional Riverside Libraries • Jackson -9:00 – 10:00 a.m. http://short.mdc.mo.gov/oqA.

Missouri Stream Teams are encouraging Missouri businesses to participate in Plastic Free July: A Missouri Business Challenge in July in celebration of July being Missouri’s “Lake Appreciation Month.” Plastic pollution is an increasingly urgent and widely recognized problem in Missouri. We see it everywhere—from local parks and sports facilities to schools and grocery stores. Between

The Tri County Baptist Group will hold its regular Fifth Sunday services on Sunday, May 31 at South Side Missionary Baptist Church in Bolivar. After Sunday School, the morning service will start at 11 a.m. with preaching by Brother Mike Foster. After lunch on the grounds and a business meeting, the afternoon sermon will be

Donations needed for the moving and upkeep of the Pleasant Springs Cemetery at Oyer. Please mail checks to: Pleasant Springs Cemetery c/o Terri Fast, 3360 SW Rd., El Dorado Springs, MO 64744.

Memorial Day services will be held at Green Lawn Cemetery in Schell City, MO  at  11 a.m. Monday, May 25. Brother Ken Swartz will bring the message. Everyone is welcome. Please bring your lawn chairs.