FOR SALE TELEVISIONS, REPAIR – BUY – sell – trade. Phone 417-924-3350 18-tf GOOD CLEAN USED furniture, appliances and misc. The Wishing Well 400 No. Hwy 5, Ava, Mo 417-683-8730. 40-tf HAY FOR SALE, locally grown, square bales; high quality alfalfa $5.50, 683-4956 or 543-0929. 47-tf FISH DAY AT Ava…
25 Years Ago April 10, 1986 JCPenney Company, Inc. will initiate catalog service here beginning April 21, it was announced today by Roger Williams, who owns the new JCPenney Catalog Sales Merchant Facility on the east side of the square. The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 112 of Ava has…
By Sue Curry Jones Administering the oath of office to mayor-elect Eddie Maggard was the main order of business Tuesday evening during the first council meeting in April. Maggard, who defeated incumbent Leon Harris in the municipal election April 5, was sworn in by City Clerk Marilyn Alms. Re-elected as…
— Phone 417-683-2931 —Answered 24 Hours a Day April 3, 3:12 a.m., NW 12th Ave., suspicious activity. April 3, 5:46 a.m., 300 block NE 2nd Ave., domestic situation. April 3, 9:49 a.m., Hwy. 5 & 14 Jct., motor vehicle accident. April 3, 10:38 a.m., NE 6th Ave., peace disturbance. April…
COLUMBIA – Brett Craigmyle snipped off shoots of brown and wilted waterhemp one at a time, weighing the plants to determine how dead they really are. For the University of Missouri weed science graduate student, this is just one step in a research project looking at how best to control…
Missouri’s sales tax holiday that provides an opportunity to save on energy-efficient appliances will soon begin. The third annual Show-Me Green Sales Tax Holiday will take place Tuesday, April 19 through Monday, April 25. People who purchase new ENERGY STAR®-qualified appliances in Missouri during the holiday will save at least…
The members of Sampson Masonic Lodge #298 and Ava Lodge #26 will hold a Masonic memorial service on Saturday, April 16, 2011, at 2 o’clock in the afternoon, to honor the memory of Sampson David Roberts on the 75th anniversary of his death. The Masonic service will be performed at…
Due to a lack of advanced registrations, University of Missouri Douglas County Extension is canceling the Farming from the Roots Up program that was scheduled for this coming Saturday, April 16, at the Ava General Baptist Church.…
The Ava-Douglas County Emergency Management Office will be conducting a test of the Ava storm siren on Monday, April 18, at 10 a.m. In the event that severe weather is in the area that day, the test will be rescheduled.…
Skyline R-2 School will be conducting preschool screenings for 3 and 4 year olds. Please call the school office and make an appointment for incoming preschoolers or new kindergarten students. Reserve your time slot during the week of May 2 through May 6 by calling the office at 683-4874. You…
BLUE SPRINGS–With the large snowfalls of the past winter, flooding is a potential threat in many parts of Missouri. And even if your house is not in a flood plain, you may drive through one on your way home, warns a University of Missouri Extension community development specialist. “Most flood-related…
Captain Dwayne F. Isringhausen, commanding officer of Troop G, releases the following information: A total of 18 arrests and 24 warnings were issued in conjunction with a hazardous moving violations/S.T.E.P. operation conducted in Wright County on April 9. The operation was conducted on U.S. Highway 60 and Missouri Route 95.…
Honoring Our World War II Veterans On April 12, Ozarks Honor Flight will be sending WWII veterans from our area on a trip to Washington D.C. Since November 2009, the group has organized and managed the transport of veterans to see their World War II Memorial and other commemorative sites,…
Our nation’s economy is in an upheaval, and I would be lying if I said I have the answers to fix it. But one thing I know is that we cannot spend ourselves out of it, and there needs to be some common sense applied. I thought it was interesting…
Destructive fires have been reported in Douglas County during the past week, and some of them are suspicious in nature. Phil Rhoades said a cabin he was building himself east of Ava in the Brushyknob area burned recently. Because there was no electricity in the building, Rhoades believes the fire…
Wayne L. Applequist, 77 years, 9 months and 20 days, passed to heaven on April 8, 2011 at St. John’s Regional Health Center, Springfield, Mo. Wayne was born June 18, 1933 in DeNova, Colo., to Ashton and Bertha (Ferguson) Applequist. Wayne was a resident of the Ava community for 38½…
Amanda Morrison and Quinlan Pulleyking competed in National History Day – state competition on April 9, at University of Missouri in Columbia. After qualifying at the regional competition, they qualified to compete at state level where they won first place and have now qualified and been invited to compete on…
JEFFERSON CITY–Fortune smiled on young hunters during Missouri’s spring youth firearms turkey season April 9 and 10, enabling them to shoot an impressive 3,898 turkeys. This was the second year in a row of warm, sunny weather for the youth season, encouraging hunters age 6 through 15 to spend plenty…
Thelma E. (Miller) Hoffman, 100, died Sunday, March 27, in the care of her family at her home on S. Lehigh Gorge Dr., Weatherly, Pa. A member of St. John’s Church, Rockport, Thelma was the last survivor of the founding members of the L&L Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. She ran…
Max E. Norman, 86, of Overland Park, Kan., died March 9 of natural causes. In his 28 years with the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, Norman left an indelible impression on the area’s transportation infrastructure. He was a nationally recognized expert in the field, particularly commercial aviation, and helped…
Linda Jo (Suggs) Medlock, 57, of Sparta, died Wednesday, April 13, at her home. Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava, with services at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Tabor Cemetery. A full obituary will be…
Fredia Harper Cole, Age 77, of Pierce City, Mo., died on Sunday, April 3, 2011, at Christian Health Care of Republic in Republic, Mo. Fredia was born in Ava, Mo., on June 12, 1933, the daughter of Irvin and Lottie Harper of Ava, Mo. She was preceded in death by…
On March 30, Sharon Marler attended the “Everyday Heroes” Award Banquet held at the Ramada Oasis Convention Center in Springfield, Mo. Jimmie, Steven and Pilot Marler; Karen Sinning; Bob and Mary Ann Fields; and Liz Pendergrass also attended as her guests. Sharon was nominated for the award for the volunteer…
Students at Ava Middle School, grades 5-8, will be doing MAP testing during the last two weeks of April, and parents can help their student children perform their best. The Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) grade level assessments testing helps the local school, as well as the state, determine how well…
Free steak dinners and Branson show tickets are just a part of the prizes. The second annual Ava Lions Club Walk/Run event is getting bigger and better thanks to many fine local merchants, and merchants from Springfield and Branson. The latest news is that many Springfield restaurants have committed meal…
We must stop arguing about who pays the costs of medical care. We must begin to examine why the costs of medical care are so high! A friend of mine had some chest pains after overdoing yard work. “Ray” sat down and waited but they didn’t go away. Ray’s wife…
The Douglas County Commission had announced the appointment of a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), as directed by the state. Members of the LEPC, who will meet on Monday, May 2, include the following: Larry Pueppke, presiding commissioner; Billy Long, West Ward alderman, City of Ava; Bill Philpott, EMA director;…
SPRINGFIELD–Beth Phillips, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that a Joplin, Mo., husband and wife who operated five long-term residential care facilities in southwest Missouri were sentenced in federal court Wednesday for health care fraud. Robert J. Dupont, Jr., 66, and his wife, Laverne D. Dupont,…
Zetta Jo (Welton) Brake celebrated her 80th birthday on Saturday, March 5, at the Mansfield Community Center. With well over 50 in attendance, Jo was surrounded by the warmth of family and friends at a party in her honor. They came from as far as California, Kansas, Arkansas, and Springfield…
Workshops Will Highlight USDA Programs That Help Promote Greater Use of Biofuels JEFFERSON CITY – Americans will soon have more choices at the gasoline pump, and rural ranchers and businesses will have more assistance to make energy efficiency improvements, USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service Administrator Judith Canales said today. “Grants are…
Operation Shakeup Several years ago, there was little awareness at the federal level about the possible devastation that could be caused by a major earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone. Making that point required law enforcement and elected officials from our congressional district and others to turn back the…
SPRINGFIELD — Registration is under way for the four-session “Eat Well, Be Well with Diabetes” program beginning April 26 in Springfield. Classes will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., April 26, April 28, May 3 and May 5 at the Greene County Extension Center inside the Springfield-Greene County…
“No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we’ll ever see on this earth!” Ronald Reagan. Redistricting Every ten years, when the Census data comes in, the Missouri Legislature is tasked with redrawing…
Students of the Month from Ava High School and Ava Victory Academy were recognized at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting Tuesday. Ava’s recognized students are Dustin Davis and Kristen Hastings. Recognized from Ava Victory Academy was Lee Schmidt. Each student was presented a savings bond by Great Southern Bank.…
The Ava Lady Bears traveled to Mtn. View on Tuesday, April 5, for an all-relays track contest with eight area school competing. On the girls’ side, Mtn. Grove won the meet with 97 points. Ava came in second with 70 points and Salem was one point back in third with…
Caressa Willhite, daughter of Scott and Carolyn Willhite of Norwood, was named first alternate to the grand champion of the Ozarks Science and Engineering Fair in Springfield with her project, The Effects of Protein on the Fertilization of Quail Eggs. Caressa will travel to Los Angeles, Calif. for the Intel…
The Bradleyville Elementary School will be hosting a kindergarten screening for all incoming 2011-2012 kindergarten students. This screening will be on Tuesday, April 19, from 8:20 to 2:40 p.m. at Bradleyville School. Parents and children will be able to: • Meet the kindergarten teacher, school nurse and elementary principal; • View…
Ava High School FFA and Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will host a blood drive in Ava on Wednesday, April 20. Donors will be received at the Ava Performing Arts Center from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CBCO has issued a Code Yellow Alert for Type O Negative blood,…
On April 5, the Ava boys’ track team competed in the Mtn. View Relays. Eight teams competed at the meet, with Ava placing fourth. Individuals who received medals for Ava were Charles Bruton and Caleb Miles in the hurdle events; Kyle Clinkingbeard, Chase Dixon, Dakota Renner and Zach Dixon in…
The new bridge on Route B north of Mt. Zion has been completed and the road was scheduled to reopen between 4 and 5 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. Just as that route was reopening, Highway 76 east of Vanzant was closed on Monday, April 11, for bridge replacement at Red Bank…
Most of last week’s meeting was spent with last minute yard sale details and a few other items on our agenda. The sun shone brightly (and hot in the afternoon) and our yard sale on Friday did very well. Thanks to Ava Housing Authority (and member Greg Thompson) for the…
By Randy Dudley On top of a hill a few miles south of Strafford, Missouri, lies something unexpected. There is a clearing at the end of a winding gravel drive. It was never really intended to be shared with or seen by anyone other than it’s original designer, builder and…
By Randy Dudley Since we moved to Ava five years ago, our family has always talked about putting out a garden. It seemed like every year something would come up and it just never seemed to get done. Then a couple of years ago we met up with Len Pense…
By Mindy Crandall The expedition was long, right at an hour, to be exact. I was headed to Fair Grove, a small town just outside Springfield to learn more about gardening. To be honest, my first thought was, why do I need to travel so far to learn about such…
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION AND SALE OF REAL ESTATE Chris Degase, Sheriff of Douglas County, Missouri, hereby gives notice that he will, pursuant to order of the Douglas County Circuit Court, the Honorable John G. Moody, Circuit Judge, in a partition action pending in case number 44V01500143, sell approximately 19…
Tom and Jewell Johnson had several phone calls and visitors on the occasion of his 96th birthday this week. Tom and Jewell’s “kids” came in and out as they usually do. Tom preached Sunday morning at Springcreek Church, which is a blessing for the people of Springcreek Church. Gene and…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone is enjoying the warmer weather. No news last week as none was turned in so will try to make a report this week. We send get well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing…
Tuesday morning our women’s prayer group met and lifted up our requests for prayer to the Lord. We gave thanks also for the blessings and the works he has and will do in our lives. Wednesday night, Bro. Lyndon led our Bible study on “The Angel of the Lord.” We…
The Dogwood Nazarene Church had a paint day and fish fry last Saturday, and what a pleasant surprise when their friend who has been helping with construction showed up with some professional painters with sprayers. The paint was flying efficiently, and the job would have been completed except they ran…
Hope everyone got some rain this weekend. The gardens need showers to make them grow. Those visiting me over the weekend were Lisa and Tony Richards. They thought they would find mushrooms, but didn’t get any. They shopped all day Saturday in Springfield. They were give out Sunday. Braxton Richards…
It’s a bright, sunshiny day out today. We’ve been getting some nice rains lately with more expected this week. That’s alright though because we need the rain to fill our ponds and make good pasture and hay for the cattle. Sunday was a beautiful day for worshiping the Lord. Brother…
Past news– March 22nd we had fifteen people weigh in, with a total weight-loss of eighteen lbs. Two people stayed the same weight. Sharon was high-loser. Vince received two charms for walking 200 miles. Congratulations! Sharon presented the program with an article from “Men’s Health” magazine entitled, “Seven Habits That…
Opening prayer was by Joie Welker for our Sunday service. After congregational singing, everyone was dismissed to Sunday school class where our lesson was “Praise Builds Us Up.” When we go through hard times we are usually thinking mostly about ourselves, this week we learned the way, withstand pressure of…
Such a week, this past one, typical with weather all over the place as is usual in the Ozarks. I finally put the rain gauge out, hoping that the freezing is over. The lawn needs to be mowed so I must buck up and get that done pretty soon. Also,…
Wednesday evening opened with singing. Bro. Jeff was our leader. He took prayer requests and Sister Melba led us in prayer. We have so much to be thankful for. Bro. Jeff taught in Romans 9 and 10. We had a good discussion on these scriptures with lots of audience participation.…
The little ones performed the praise song with actions. They did a really good job and we are so blessed to have the caring and active teachers for that age group. Good job, ladies. Sunday morning service was opened by Randy Brummet, with prayer requests, prayer, music and welcoming. Special…
We have great news here on our mountain. We officially have a pastor. God has answered our prayers. It seems like it took a long time but Bro. Donald Potter is our new pastor. We get impatient and want things quick, but God always knows what’s best for us. Sunday…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Provision For The Followers, John 16:7-16 and 33 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Bro. Raymond Haden…
Bonnie Phipps said she was doing okay and that she got out and went to church Sunday. Bonnie said her granddaughter, Courtnie Vigesaa, that lives in North Dakota called her and said they had 23 inches of snow, but it was melting and Wylie was just loving it. Carol Moore…
On Sunday Bob, Linda and I attended church. Bob came from Mountain Grove and worked on my lawnmower on Monday. Bob and Linda visited with Jessie, Jenna and Buster one evening. I visited with Levon Lambert and other friends in town this past week. I also played music on Wednesday…
Hello from our home to your home. I have a couple of weeks of news to catch everyone up on. I would like to say thank you to everyone who filled in for me while I was on vacation. The people I work with are great team players. Residents went…
Gene Pool had surgery on his head Monday. He is doing good. Macee Breeding and Donna Dodson were here Monday, Thursdayand Friday. My nurse came by on Tuesday and Wednesday. Those coming by Friday evening were Keith, Melanie, Reece, Quin and Macee, Diana and Jolisa. Megan Goforth spent Friday night…
“Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life,” Jude 21. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school by taking prayer request after congregational singing. Pastor David prayed and Brother Roy read II Corinthians 4:1-12 for the devotion. We had lots…
More signs of spring with trees getting their green leaves and dogwoods joining the other early blooms making a show for tourists driving the highways. They certainly are a pretty sight this time of year. In March it was sassafrass root time and a memory of John Zook who really…
Wednesday, April 6, 2011 – We had another good Bible study. The more we read about Peter the more we can see his traits in us. We are quick to act at times, but as for cutting off the ear of the high priest, I don’t think any of us…
I must try to get my news in this week after not having written for several weeks. In addition to being sick with a broncial infection, I have had a wisdom tooth that became infected so I have had two separate rounds of antibiotics. Also seems as if I have…
4-4-11. Three words for the weather this morning – dark,windy and chilly. We went from 83 degrees yesterday to 43 degrees today. But it could be much worse. We had a severe thunderstorm warning and tornado watch yesterday evening. We were prepared to go to the basement if need be,…
This Monday is a big let down from Saturday and Sunday weather when we fall from the eighties to the forties and a wind chill in the thirties. We did get high wind, but now rain the rest of this week is looking good. It was a wonderful day at…
Many prayer concerns are always given. Among those were Joe Mason, the family of Gary Evans, the family of James Doty, the Hoskins family, our lost loved ones, leaders, our nation, troops and today’s service. We are a needy people always. Shannon Wilson prayed this prayer. Happy birthday was sung…
Superintendent, Jewell, welcomed everyone to a typical March day, in April, brought in by strong winds. We enjoyed gathering to praise the Lord, to pray for our requests, which continue to be many, the bereaved and fellowship together. We appreciated having Sister Sandy’s parents as our guests. Brother Dennis read from…
Sunday morning service opened with prayer requests, prayer, welcoming ,and congregational hymns. Sister Tillie Fowler sang a beautiful song for the special. Brother Cody Prock brought the message from Genesis 5:15-23 and Revelation 3:15-22. He brought the evening message from Joshua 1:9, “Faith.” Happy Anniversary to Kirby and Mary Mackey.…
A couple of teams took packets out through some neighborhoods to hang information packets on doors. The hope is that people who do not know the Lord will be saved because someone cared enough to get up early on a Saturday morning to take the message of Salvation to them.…
Sunday, April 10 was The Fifth Sunday in Lent, commonly called Passion Sunday. This designation is unique to the Anglican tradition and commerates Christ’s physical suffering. It is a fairly recent addition to the liturgical calendar, dating from the 19th century and first incorporated into the 1928 edition of the…
Praise the Lord what a beautiful Lord’s Day. We sang and studied together, as usual and then the morning message was from I Peter 2:9, 10. God’s blessings to his own people, when they are obedient and pliant to His will, as well as His gracious offer to all who…
Meeting was called to order at 10 a.m. Marie, Doris, Billy, Charlie, Stanley, Sharon, Carol, Elnora, Macie and Kitty were in attendance. We read the club collect and the national anthem. Macie read devotion called Humbly Receive. We played a game that Charlie brought. Doris read The Loving Hand of…
The Ava Community Playground Project hosted a Community Meeting and Dessert Dinner last Thursday, April 7th at the Middle School Cafeteria. Project general coordinator, Jessica Jenkins, gave a brief but thorough update on the current progress of the playground project. Dessert dinner was served to over 130 residents in attendance. …
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Claudia W. Winnen a/k/a Claudia Winnen, dated November 11, 2004, and recorded on December 27, 2004, Document No. 043211, in Book No. 429, at Page 531 in the Office of the…
IN THE CIRCUIT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF ) BETTY JOAN HOLT ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 10DG-Pr00007 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF BETTY JOAN HOLT, DECEASED You are hereby…
Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, April 18: Choice of Cereal, Nutrigrain Bar, Choice of Juice and ½ pt. of Milk Tuesday, April 19: Breakfast Pizza, Mixed Fruit, Choice of Juice and ½ pt. of Milk Wednesday, April 20: Biscuits and Gravy, Fresh Fruit, Choice of Juice and ½ pt.…
This column is provided to our readers free of charge to announce upcoming events that are free to the public. Publication of the same announcement will be limited to two insertions. * * * Ava Church of Christ on South Highway 5 By-Pass will be having a clothing giveaway, Friday,…
One can sure tell one is aging when you walk the Ozark hills in search of mushrooms. I can write about a lot of age processing, but why bore you and me. A beautiful Sunday morning, but that wind is really roaring like a lion. Most usually April is more…
We had a beautiful, although windy Lord’s Day, this past week, but we were blessed with guests and enjoyed worship services very much. Chelsea and Justin Gilmore were our guests and Lary and Linda Chase brought their lovely daughter, Malinda, who blessed us with a very special song. If you…
Patsy Williams called with some really good news. A new great grandson, Liam Brady Williams, was born at 1:20 p.m. on Friday, April 1 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, weighing in at 8 pounds and 3 ounces. Most of the Williams family was there to welcome the newest redhead…
I’m glad that the sun finally popped out today. I think that a cold, cloudy, windy day like yesterday, affects our disposition somehow. Anyway, I feel much better with the sun shining brightly. Sunday was a little windy, but it was still a warm, sunshiny day. One could also see…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she said she got out Saturday and worked in her flowerbed. Bonnie made it to church Sunday while it was pretty and warm. Last Monday I had a half of a tenth of rain in my gage. Wednesday I received another half of a…
Besides the fear of earthquakes, this time of year is noted for tornadoes. On April 18, 1890, Marshfield, MO. was almost blotted off the map as a tornado killed 92, injured 200 people and only a dozen out of 200 buildings were left standing. My father’s family lived there and…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding brought me breakfast Monday morning. They took me to town on Tuesday and were here on Thursday when my nurse came by. Reece Goforth and Quin Breeding stayed here Friday afternoon while Donna took Megan to the dentist. Those here Friday night to play pitch…
“Praise ye the Lord. O give thanks unto the Lord; for He is good: for His mercy endureth forever,” Psalm 106:1. Brother Roy opened Sunday school with congregational singing, prayer by Pastor David, then he read the devotion and dismissed us to classes. We had several out today. Please pray…
March 30 – Caney began Wednesday evening services by singing. Bro. Jeff was our leader tonight. He took prayer requests. Sister Lila led us in prayer. Bro. Jeff taught on chapter 9 of Romans. We had a real good study with lots of participation. Sister Janice had 7 young people…
Bret and Patricia Skillen, missionaries to the U.S. Military in Germany, and their three children were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Bret finished twenty years of service in the U.S. Army having served in Iraq several times and lived in Germany several years. He and his family benefited from…
Donald Fletcher of Fair Grove, Missouri visited with his brother, Billy Fletcher, Thursday. Jean Daugherty visited with Billy, Saturday afternoon. I was honored to receive the John Dickison award for community service at the Ava Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet, Saturday evening. An honor like this is especially nice when…
After this manner therefore, pray ye, “ Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed by thy name. thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead…
Congratulations to Bub and Kayla Blair on the birth of their son, Noah Gene. Noah was born March 31 and weighed 7 lbs. 12 oz. and was 20 ½ in. long. He sure is a cute little guy and I know everyone is excited he is finally here. Congratulations also…
Sunday, April 3 was the fourth Sunday in Lent, known in the Anglican tradition as Rose Sunday, which represents a lessening of the penitential character of Lent and the altar and vestment colors are rose; this is the only Sunday in Lent in which altar flowers are permitted. Bishop Hartley…
Opening prayer to start our Sunday services was by Doug Miller. After congregational singing, everyone was dismissed to their Sunday school classes. Our lesson was “Remembering Jesus Christ.” We need to make Him the focus and remember Jesus in all things. Keep Him as our top priority then we can…
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 – This evening the service was changed from Bible study to a cottage prayer meeting. We have so many in the need of prayer – those in the hospital, brothers, Wayne Applequist, Don Graham and the spouses of the sick ones, stands in great need of…
The Dogwood Nazarene Church’s building project is moving along according to schedule and the day is drawing near for the first day of worship in the new building, which is Easter morning. That glorious morning when the worldwide church body celebrates Jesus’ resurrection from the dead, and knows because He…
We started out our week with our women’s prayer meeting on Tuesday morning. On Wednesday, our Bible study group discussed different things that the Bible says the word of God is like such as in Hebrews 4:12 the word of God is like a “two edged sword.” Jeremiah 23:29 says…
We had good services Sunday. Bro. Dan opened up in prayer and then he led us in congregational songs. Birthday offering was given by Rachel Garner. It was her 3rd birthday. We wish her many more to come. Bro. Garry Hall preached a good message from Isaiah 9:2-6 on Jesus…
We got a good shower of rain this morning. The grass will grow now. There is nothing like the spring of the year, flowers blooming and grass growing tall. The trees are leafing out. Cathy Cornett, Tyler and Kayla stopped by one day and visited with me. The kids were…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Bro. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Prayer was given by Sister Vera Dixon. Sunday school lesson was The Vine and The Branches, John 15:1-17 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Bro.…
There’s a lot of disagreement in biblical circles about the word perfect. Yet, it says in Matthew 5:48 ‘be ye perfect’. Of course, on the heels of that is ‘as your Father in heaven’. Even looking at it from the broadest of possibilities, one has to admit that earthlings start…
Starworkers Council meeting was held March 15, 2011 at Bethany Baptist Church. Seed and bulbs were exchanged. We had eleven present. Nubbin Ridge Club and Starworkers discussed getting rid of bed bugs. The minutes were read and then approved. Eight were present to discuss Spring Fling 2012 – Put Things…
NEWS FROM 1st Grade In first grade we have been learning a lot. This week we have been learning about clouds. There is a cloud called Cumulo-nimbus it represents rain. We learned that there are eight planets. Saturn is the most colorful Planet and Pluto is a dwarf planet. First…
The Ava Community Playground will be hosting a community meeting and free dessert dinner at 6:30 p.m. TONIGHT, April 7th at Ava MS/HS Cafeteria to inform residents of playground progress, answer community questions, and provide information tables on all the different committees being established to complete the project in October.…
NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR COMPLETE SETTLEMENT AND PROPOSED ORDER OF DISTRIBUTION In the Estate of: ) PAUL EUGENE MARTIN, ) Deceased, ) Estate No. 10DG-PR00029 ) To All persons interested in the above reference estate: You are hereby notified that the undersigned independent personal representative will file…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of: ) GRACE ELIZABETH WATSON, ) Deceased, ) Case No. 10DG-PR00028 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GRACE ELIZABETH WATSON, Deceased:…
NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interested in the Estate of Bonnie Pahl, decedent. The undersigned, Trust Company of the Ozarks, is acting as Trustee under a trust, the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper proof…
BIDS FOR MOWING The Ava Area Ambulance District is accepting bids for mowing the property at 1412 NW 9th Street in Ava. For details, or to submit a bid, contact Steve Wood at the Ambulance Station. Sealed bids may also be mailed to AAAD, PO Box 971, Ava, MO 675608. Bids…
Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, April 11: Choice of Dry Cereal, Nutrigrain Bar, Choice of Juice and ½ pt. of Milk Tuesday, April 12: Breakfast Pizza, Orange, Choice of Juice and ½ pt. of Milk Wednesday, April 13: Super Bun, Banana, String Cheese, Choice of Juice and ½ pt.…
This column is for fundraisers, benefits, or community functions for which a fee or membership dues are collected. Items will be printed in this column twice for a single fee of $5 for 20 words or less. ****** Pleasant Home Cemetery, Drury, annual workday, Saturday, April 9. Bring mowers and…
This column is provided to our readers free of charge to announce upcoming events that are free to the public. Publication of the same announcement will be limited to two insertions. * * * Bro. James Moore will be preaching at Mt. Calvary Church, Sunday, April 10 at 6 p.m.…
A review of the first week of April over the last five years reveals the following: Good news in Champion (April 9, 2007) is that Spring is back again! During the course of the week assessments will have been made about the degree of freeze damage to trees and shrubs,…
What a beautiful day the Lord made for us to gather and serve Him. Everyone was smiling as we began our Sunday morning service. Bro. Marshall began with a good morning to all. We sang a song for the Lord and prayer requests were made. Sister Mary led in prayer.…
Well, it’s already April. Where did March go? It’s having a rough time of being spring. I’m ready for some sun and spring weather. We had several people at church this week, but with people working all different hours, it’s hard to get everybody together. Joe Lafferty opened Sunday school…
Elijah was from the highlands of Gilead. It was far removed from the big city centers of Israel and was one of the few places that Yahweh (God) was still worshipped and the old traditions were followed. These Israelites scorned the introduction of the fertility gods, which King Ahab had…
Champions are pleased for the rain, pleased for the good company of friends and family visiting, pleased for the progress in their gardens and various other enterprises. Overall the Champion neck of the woods is quite a pleasing place full of the glories of spring and happy people. A good…
Morning service began with a good morning from Bro. Marshall. We sang a song for Jesus. Bro. Marshall asked for prayer requests and there were many. Sister Peggy led in prayer. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Micah, chapter 6, verses 7 and 8. Bro. Dallas began Sunday school with a…
It seems like April is moving along pretty good. It really started out here last night. It thundered so loud the windows rattled. Opening Sunday school Joe Lafferty read the 24 Psalms. Lee Hampton led the opening prayer. Lee Hampton aslo taught the adult Bible class in the first chapter…
NEWS FROM 2nd Grade I like spring because flowers come out and you get to pick them for your mother. Spring is my favorite because leaves start to grow. I like Spring because you get to spend time with your friends. I love spring it is so cool. – Alyssa…
