Often shortened to El Dorado or El Do, the city of El Dorado Springs is in Cedar County, Missouri. The city is named for a spring that was believed to have medicinal value. Prior to the arrival of European Americans, the Osage Indians had brought their sick and wounded to the spring. A Vernon County farmer, Joshua Hightower, was taking his wife to Eureka Springs, Arkansas for the supposed healing benefits of that spring. They stopped at the spring in what was to become El Dorado Springs, intending to remain only a night or two, but as she drank from the springs, Mrs. Hightower began to feel better. They stayed for twelve days, after which Mrs. Hightower felt well enough to return to their farm. News of the healing powers of the spring spread quickly, and people flocked to the area. The land was then owned by the Cruce brothers, who recognized the value of the springs in the formation of a new town. They set aside the spring, along with a few acres surrounding it, as a park, and laid out the streets for El Dorado Springs, which was incorporated in 1881. Before long, other springs were discovered within the area, and marketed. However, advances in medicine questioned the medicinal value of the spring, resulting in a decline in the mineral water industry. El Dorado Springs is located along US Highway 54, east of Dederick and Nevada, and west of Coal Hill.
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In business since 1996, the El Dorado Springs, Missouri shop offers a variety of auto maintenance services that include car and light truck services, transmission services, and lubrication services. Its location and shop hours are featured.
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Cedar County Memorial Hospital
Located on South Park Street in El Dorado Springs, Missouri, the medical facilities includes a hospital, medical mall, and specialty clinics. Its location, hours of operation, and information about its services and providers are featured.
http://www.cedarcountyhospital.org/
City of El Dorado Springs, Missouri
El Dorado Springs is located in southwestern Missouri. The official municipal web site offers city news and a schedule of events, contacts for city departments, the city council, boards and commissions. A town history and a business directory are included.
http://www.cityofeldoradospringsmo.com/
The attorney, Michael Dawson, practices from his law offices on South Main Street in El Dorado Springs, Missouri, specializing in criminal defense and traffic, as well as family law. Directions, office hours, and contacts are featured.
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Located in El Dorado Springs, Missouri, ECS is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International. Its academic and student life programs, admissions policies, and a school calendar are featured.
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El Dorado Cycle & Outdoor Equipment
Offering a wide range of products and services, as well as repair and maintenance services for ATVs, UTVs, scooters, and motorcycles, the dealership is located on South Highway 32 in El Dorado Springs, Missouri. Its hours of operation and contacts are posted.
http://www.eldoradocycle.com/
El Dorado Springs Chamber of Commerce
The non-profit membership organization offers a variety of services to its members, including public service announcements, ribbon cuttings, business articles, and information about its projects and programs. Photographs and a membership directory are included.
http://eldoradospringschamber.com/
El Dorado Springs Church of God
The Holiness church meets at its facilities on South Park Street in El Dorado Springs, Missouri. Its adult, student and children’s ministries are highlighted, along with service schedules, a calendar of events, and sermon videos.
http://www.eldochurch.com/
Affiliated with the Disciples of Christ, the El Dorado Springs, Missouri congregation meets at its facilities on South Main Street. A history and profile of the church, an overview of its ministries, a calendar of events, photographs, and leadership contacts are posted.
http://www.eldofcc.com/
The El Dorado Springs, Missouri dealership offers new Ford, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram lines. Its new and pre-owned inventory are highlighted, along with special offers and information about its finance policies, parts, and services.
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Established in the early 1960s, the El Dorado Springs, Missouri contractor offers all aspects of home and commercial improvement and construction services, including its original business of installing storm windows and custom built awnings. Its services are highlighted, and photographs illustrate current projects.
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Located in the Missouri Ozark town of El Dorado Springs, Missouri, the business specializes in raising Australian Shepherds and Mini Australian Shepherds. Its location, policies, and available animals are featured.
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