St. Clair County Garden Club

The St. Clair County Garden Club met Monday October 5th, 2026 at the Osceola Housing Community Center.   We had 13 in attendance.   Unfortunately we did not have a speaker Kim Bullard …

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Ronald Fred Dick April 3, 1941 - October 5, 2026

Ronald Fred Dick, 85, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1941, in the farming community of Cotton, Missouri, to Fred William Dick and Georgia May Draffen. Ronald was a …

Ellen Best December 29, 1934 - October 11, 2026

Ellen Best was born December 29, 1934, at the family home near Collins, Missouri, to Frankie Davis and Jennie (Mott) Davis. She passed away October 11, 2026 at the Lake Stockton Nursing Home. …

Marla Kay Davis, 89

Marla Kay Davis, 89, affectionately known as “MiMi,” passed away surrounded by the love of her family on Oct. 6, 2026. She was born May 28, 1937, in Miller, MO, to Loma Wilma (Ruark) Hinshaw and …

Jackie Lee Brollier, 70

Jackie Lee Brollier, 70, Appleton City, MO, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 3, 2026. Jackie was born on Jan. 1, 1956 in Kansas City, MO, and was raised in Lee’s Summit.   Following …

Patricia Ann Molz December 20, 1940 - September 21, 2026

Patricia Ann Molz (Rowland), age 85, of El Dorado Springs, Mo. peacefully entered the presence of her Lord on September 21, 2026. She passed at Citizens Memorial Hospital in Bolivar, Missouri. …

Leona “Mae” Davis April 26, 1941 - September 22, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leona Mae Davis. She passed peacefully on September 22, 2026, at the age of 85. Mae’s life touched the hearts of many. Her love, …

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Chili, Community and Crafts Come Together at El Dorado Springs Cook-Off

EL DORADO SPRINGS, MO, Saturday, October 17, 2026 At 8:00 on Saturday, competitors lined up on Spring Street with chili to determine which would be the favorite. By the end of the day, judges …

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St. Clair County Commission minutes

Sept. 21: Commissioners met with the Road & Bridge Supervisor to discuss road issues and equipment locations. The Commissioner’s approved a Land Commissioner’s Deed to Gerald Manikam for …

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