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T-Mobile Hometown Grant

A celebratory gathering in Downtown El Dorado was held during the first ‘Thankful Thursday’ of the year marking a significant milestone in the work towards enhancing local recreation and opportunities for family fun.First Street between Main and Vine was blocked off for the street party and a wiffle ball net was set up welcoming all to take a swing.

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El Dorado’s “Shrek” nominated for Jester Awards

Music Theatre Wichita released its nominees for the 2024 Jester Awards this past week, and El Dorado’s fall production of “Shrek” received recognition for several categories.Jester Nominated:Leading Performer- Jack ChristySmall Ensemble- Makenzie Marshall, Grace Wise, Addison Penner (Fiona Trio)Production Number- “I’m a Believer”Costumes- Sharon FunkLobby DisplayEl Dorado also received the following “honorable mention” recognition as Regional Jester Winners:Stage CrewVocal Music DirectionArtistic Guest- Gigi Gans-Russell (Choreography)Design Guest- Annabelle WiseThe Jester Awards program recognizes the extraordinary amount of work, creativity, and dedication that faculty and students pour into their high school theatrical productions.

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