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Notes from Creekside - Holiday Baking Tips

It's time for some sweetness! If you’ve read any of my articles, you know that I love working out and taking care of my body. But I also love baking! It doesn’t matter what: cookies, brownies, scones, pies, cinnamon rolls. Basically, anything sweet. Here are some of my tips for making sweet treats that everyone will love.

EnJOYable Journey - There is no place like home, or is there?

Last week, I traveled to Aurora, IL, with a delegation from Legacy Baptist Church to inspect Operation Christmas Child (OCC) boxes. Every box sent by individuals from all over the country depends on these inspections to get through each country’s customs officials.

DC Diary - Buffalo man charged with shooting Conway couple

This week in Dallas County history, as recorded in the Buffalo Reflex.

Tom Smith Obituary

Tom Smith

Benjamin Potter Q&A

Benjamin Potter

EnJOYable Journey - The pursuit of happiness

I’ve been contemplating my pursuit of happiness. After all, one of our country’s oldest historical documents states that happiness is a right.
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Each year for the past several years we have placed 3 lit crosses on the bluff above the river at our place. One large one and two smaller ones on either side. It is a symbol of hope and gratefulness for me. It is the acknowledgement and reassurance that I never have to travel through this life alone.
Harold E. Hamilton (1926-2005)
Harold Hamilton has been gone 20 years.
Thanksgiving dinner is coming up, and as in many seasons past I look forward to the task of cooking up Thanksgiving fare.
When we talk about influencers today, TikTok stars come to mind with thousands of followers on social media. In my youth, an influencer was someone who helped guide your course to adulthood. One would try to mold their actions and attitudes to mirror those of people who made a difference and whose advice was valued.
The holiday season can be a challenging time for many people. This time of year, losses seem greater. Sometimes isolation with pain can be easier than talking about the loss or depression a person might be going through. There seem to be many losses this time of year, and this may be the first year of not having a loved one with them to celebrate the holidays.

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DC Diary - 4 children die in house fire

This week in Dallas County history, as recorded in the Buffalo Reflex.

Should Dallas County Have an Ambulance District?

At the Nov. 4 Buffalo Board of Aldermen meeting, Bob Patterson, Executive Director of Mercy Emergency Medical Services and Kim Tilley, Vice President of Mercy Hospital Services, appeared before the board to request the board’s support for developing an ambulance district in Dallas County. Patterson said they had already approached the Commissioners, but they wanted to keep the Buffalo Board of Aldermen apprised of the discussion, as well.

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Arthur Lee Mallory

Dc Diary - OCHC in Urbana to open full time

This week in Dallas County history, as recorded in the Buffalo Reflex.

In loving memory of Dr. Arthur Mallory

Details sourced from Dr. Arthur Mallory's induction speech for the Dallas County Schools Hall of Fame in 2017. 
Pictured are Jo Gann (left) and Jessica Catron.

Montgomery Sr. Center: New cook, Jessica Catron

The Montgomery Senior Citizen got a new cook on staff, Jessica “Jess” Catron, about two months ago. Jess grew up in Hannibal and graduated from Butler, MO, high school. She moved around a lot, and that’s how she met her husband, James Catron, who works for Tracker.

Gratitude and Giving: 5th Annual Dallas County Toy Drive

As we prepare for our Thanksgiving feasts this year, Christmas is already popping up around us! The traditions ensconced in these two holidays, as well as other December holidays, are known for feeding our bellies, but did you know that gratitude and giving “feed” our bodies in other ways, too?

Death Notices

Karen Ann Ames

Zena Pearl Hayes Obituary

Zena Pearl Hayes

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Obernuefemann Earns his way to State Tournament

Case Obernuefemann will be joining two Lady Bison wrestlers, Makayla Altic and Aja Watson, in the state tournament Feb. 27 and 27 in Columbia.
Bison wrestlers battled tough this weekend in their District Tournament. Case Obernuefemann, Aiden Patrick, and Matthew Skinner made it to the consolation semifinals, better known to the wrestling community as the "blood round" due to the fact it is win or go home. Obernuefemann won his match and qualified for the state tournament, which will start on February 26 in Columbia. "It was heartbreaking to see Matt and Aiden's season come to an end," shares Head Coach Nick Whetzell. Skinner finished his first season of wrestling 33-15, and Patrick finished his senior season 26-22. Whetzell goes on to thank Patrick for his three years in the program, "We wish him nothing but the best as he moves forward from wrestling."
Braden McGregor in game against Springfield Catholic.

Buffalo Bison Battle Tough Opponents in Hard-Fought Week

The Buffalo Bison boys’ basketball team faced a challenging stretch this past week, taking on three talented opponents in Clever, Strafford, and Springfield Catholic. While the Bison came up short on the scoreboard, they showed grit and determination in each contest, continuing to make strides as they progressed through the season.

Buffalo Bison Secure Overtime Victory in Mid-Lakes Conference Battle

The Buffalo Bison fell short in their game against Fair Grove on January 31, 65-54. Coach Kyle Gawlowski says, "We put up a valiant fight in front of a packed home crowd for Courtwarming but fell just short to rival Fair Grove, 65-54. The game remained tightly contested until the final minutes, with our defense playing a key role in keeping it close." Blair Abraham led the defensive effort with nine rebounds and two blocks, while Dalton Bennett pulled down eight rebounds of his own.
Kolton Klindworth taking down #18.

The Eagles Come Out on Top

The Fair Grove Eagles held their closest game of the season on Saturday against Lafayette County, coming out victorious with a final score of 14-13. The Eagles have a season record of 13 -0 and Lafayette County 10-2. Eagles Head Coach Bill Voorhis told the Daily Citizen that defense was the decision-maker for this game’s score. With no points put up in the first quarter and 0-7 by halftime, the Eagles needed a comeback to continue in this tournament. There was a tied score by the end of the third quarter. The opponent made a touchdown at the beginning of the fourth quarter, taking the lead, however, with minutes left in the game, the Eagles scored and making an extra point, brought themselves to the win.
Fair Grove Boys Cross Country Team.

Local Cross Country Teams Run in the Class 3 District 2 Meet

Buffalo and Fair Grove’s cross country teams ran in the MSHSAA Class 3 District 2 meet last Saturday. Listed below are individuals results from each school.

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Ozark's RFD - Gray squirrels mount an invasion

Some years ago, I prided myself as an ace squirrel hunter. Many a fall day would find me in the oak woods scanning limbs for the flutter of a red tail in the breeze or the scurrying of a fuzzy fox squirrel around a red oak trunk.

EnJOYable Journey - Set the table, bring on the comfort food

One of the best things about Thanksgiving is the family’s traditional food served up for the most enormous feast of the year. Admit it, something is going to be on the table that soothes the heart and lightens the spirit.

Notes from Creekside - Healthy Holiday Tips

Yay! The holidays are right around the corner. In the season of extra sugar, extra calories, and less movement, here are some tips to help you stay on track with goals!

Ozark's RFD - Not likely to change

I sat in on a Sunday evening service a few weeks back in which the preacher offered suggestions on how to better read the Bible.

EnJOYable Journey - Thankful for the United States of America

As I reflected on the events of the past few months — honoring our veterans and celebrating my constitutional freedoms — I started thinking about the Pledge of Allegiance.

Ozark's RFD - On becoming and being a veteran

As part of the post-World War II generation, I am proudly a “baby boomer.”

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