As the summer sun shines brightly over El Dorado, residents and visitors are gearing up for a season packed with eventful activities that celebrate the community’s rich history, natural beauty and vibrant culture. Now, here is a summer to-do list that has many ideas to make your summer better.
In the surrounding areas of Newton, Halstead and Butler County, a rise of a tornado warned-storm with severe and high winds passed through on the night of Sunday, May 19. This unleashed chaos and destruction. Many residents woke up to scenes of devastation as the storm wreaked havoc on homes, businesses and infrastructure. Reports indicate that strong winds, heavy rainfall and lightning strikes were the main culprits behind the widespread damage. Trees were uprooted, power lines were knocked down, and some structures suffered significant structural damage. Schools got closed in Newton, many streets were blocked by trees, houses were even flooded and cars totaled.
