This Monday morning is a cool 45 degrees, just to my liking. I have my wall heater on to take the chill out, while I enjoy my coffee and anticipate what I must do today. My tasks are really not ‘must do’ things as were those in days of old…
Hello friends, we are continuing the study of Enoch, the Father of Methuselah. Genesis 5, Hebrews 11, and Jude are the main scriptures used, if you would like to read them. Last week we learned that at the age of 65 Enoch made a choice to walk with God, and…
Hello from our home to your home, time is swiftly passing in September and our Golden Age Games is almost upon us. Mike Burris has made us the most amazing scenery back-drops for our theme of camping I just wish that all of our county could see it- it is…
Sunday school opened with Bro. Marshall greeting all with a great good morning. We sang a song for the Lord and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Patsy. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 10:16-32. Bro. Paul filled in for Bro. Dallas and read the Sunday school…
Visiting Mrs. Wilma (Williams) Hampton of Ozark, Missouri was her double cousin, Bethine (Stillings) Mitchell of Hillsboro, Oregon. Her and Wilma correspond by letter frequently. Wilma met her at McDonalds in Ozark where they had breakfast. They then visited another double cousin, Imogene of Ozark. Bethine’s sister was having a…
Sunday morning service opened with the prayer requests and prayer then the praise team did a really good job of leading the congregation with a few songs of praise and worship. A few of the youth group gave some pointers about friendship. Brother Roberts gave a skit about true friendship…
Senator Jay Wasson spoke to members of the Douglas and Ozark Counties Retired Teachers and Other School Personnel, at their luncheon meeting Tuesday, September 20 at the Pizza Hut. RTA President, Marie Bristol, welcomed the group. Norma Stillings gave the invocation before the lunch. The speaker Jay Wasson told some…
It’s hard to believe fall is here already, where has this year gone? DeAnn Thompson took me to Branson last week to see Noah the Musical. It was very entertaining. They kept it pretty close to the Bible account of the flood. They used sixty-five live animals and hundreds of…
Last Weeks News – A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a great weekend and stayed dry in all the rain that we had. We sure needed it. It changed some peoples plans that they had, but there will be another day to plan again. On…
There was a wonderful smell coming from the kitchen at Red Bank Church last Friday evening. The members of the Red Bank C.I.A., their leaders and other members that came to help, gathered together and baked loads of cookies to sell at their scheduled bake sale that took place at…
Carl and Joan Fletcher visited with Billy Fletcher, Saturday. Edgar and Sharon Stewart took Billy to a medical appointment in Springfield, Monday. Norma Stillings was especially busy last week. It just happened that the Douglas County Homemakers’ semi-annual meeting, the Retired Teachers monthly meeting, the Support the Handicapped monthly meeting,…
9-26-11 – Things have been fairly quiet around here, I guess. A little rain off and on. The only measurable amount we’ve got so far is one-fourth of an inch. It’ raining today so I guess I’ll work on things inside this morning. We tried to fix the hole in…
This passed Lord’s Day we were blessed before the worship service with specials from Miss Beverly McNiece, Miss Branetta McNiece, Mrs. Lola Mayberry and Ella Fay Mitchell. The morning message was “Revival Desired” from our text in Psalm 85:6, ” Wilt thou not revive us again, that thy people may…
Last weeks news – During Sunday school we had 18 in attendance and during morning service we had 22 in attendance. We had many prayer requests. Our Sunday school lesson was over Luke 17-19. We had a special by Bro. Lyndon, Bro. Scott and Sis. DiAnne. Bro. Scott’s morning message…
Dan opend up in prayer then led in some congregational singing. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We sure enjoy his teachings. Several specials were sung by Dan and Janice, Helen and Darrel and Rayonna and Rachel. Our sympathy goes…
Last Weeks News – Everyone was so thankful and praising the Lord for the good rain He sent our way. We continue with many prayer requests, also, but we must remember to thank Him for answered prayers. We were blessed to have several visitors Sunday morning and hope they will…
“Discuss your dispute with your neighbor, but don’t reveal another person’s secrets, If you do and he hears of it, he will disgrace you and your bad reputation will stick,” Proverbs 25:9-10 Jewish Bible. Monday evening, Gary and I went to Ava to the nursing home and visited with Gary’s…
Fall came in Friday by the calendar, bringing chilly temperatures and reminding me to get my heat turned on, namely my propane heaters. Not having them turned on, I had to use electric heaters until the first of the week. A bit of history informs us that 190 years ago,…
Last Weeks News – “…whereas I was blind, now I see.” (John 9:25) This is the story of the blind man from birth that Jesus healed. Remember? He was hauled in front of the Pharisees and questioned. This is an example of physical blindness. In the previous verse the Pharisees…
Sunday, September 25 was the fourteenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Galatians 5:16, ” I say then, walk in the spirit, and ye shall not fullfil the lust of the flesh.” In this passage St. Paul gives practical advice on living…
Barb, Jack and Miracle brought lunch to me on Sunday after they attended church. Bob and Linda took me to Springfield for a doctor’s appointment on Friday. They had been in Springfield several times for appointments the past few weeks. They have also been going to check on his mother,…
Our menu for this week is Monday, October 3—Biscuits and gravy, sausage, egg, fruit. Tuesday, October 4—Pork chop, dressing, salad, peas and carrots, cake. Wednesday, October 5—Chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, roll, hot applesauce. Thursday, October 6—Sweet and sour chicken, rice, salad, cookie. Friday, October 7—Spaghetti and meatballs, green beans,…
I talked with Bonnie Sunday evening and she was doing okay. Carol Moore came and picked me up last Monday and then we got Marie Dickey and we went to our O.E.S. Meeting here in Ava and it was election night and we initiated Daniela Stark into our chapter so…
Fall has arrived once again, faithful as ever to show up right when it’s supposed to. It’s just about time to switch the thermostat from cool to heat and leave it. Actually, this time of year we have been guilty of switching it to heat to cool and back to…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) WILMA FAE FRY, ) Deceased ) Estate No. 09U4-PR00044 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF WILMA FAE FRY, DECEASED: You are hereby…
IN THE 44TH JUDICAL CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) LARWOOD BRUMFIELD, ) Deceased ) Case No. 11DG-PR00044 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LARWOOD BRUMFIELD, Decedent: On September 21, 2011, the last…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, October 3: No School Tuesday, October…
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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. * * * Robertson Reunion, Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. American Legion Hall. Dinner at…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Preaching Of The Apostle Paul, I Thess. 2:11-20 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given…
This past week certainly has been pleasant. The hummingbirds disappeared almost two weeks ago. There has been heavy frost in some northern states already…and this is just September. I lived in North Dakota many years and September frost usually indicates a difficult winter. The farmers up north are struggling to…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were hre on Monday afternoon. Donna brought Reece Goforth and Macee here on Thursday evening after Reece’s football practice. Keith and Melanie Breeding and Megan went to Quin’s first Mighty Mite game which they won at Sparta. Mike and Corrina Dodson and Chase went to…
Sunday morning was blessed. Linda R. and the Sunday school lesson was interesting. I like all the thoughts she brings out and then asks us what do we think? The morning message was given by Chad E. His text started with Luke 17:3. Jesus told His disciples, if your brother…
Champions are adept at being where they are. It goes with the territory. Moreover, Champions are not subject to news black-outs as is the case in New York City where thousands of people have been voicing their discontent with the economy and world politics for ten days. During this time…
September 21 – Caney Church came together Wednesday evening with singing. Bro. Jeff was our leader. He took prayer requests and Bro. Jim led in prayer. Bro. Jeff taught from the 11th and 12th chapter of II Samuel, “The Progression Of Sin.” We had lots of comments and a very…
This Monday is cool, but sunshine after the good rain Thursday and Friday night. It is time to write my column and I do the same as River Stillwood and what she wrote about in her column last week. I want her to know she is not alone. I am…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read Leviticus chapter 20, verse 13 and led in prayer. Bro. Lee Hampton taught the adult class in the first chapter of St. John. A real good chapter. Wilma Hampton prayed the offering prayer. We had questions and answers. Our congregation sang. Hannah Hampton sang…
“For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God, ” Romans 3:23. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after congregational singing. Pastor David prayed for our prayer request then Brother Roy read I King s 3:5-14 for our devotion and dismissed us to class. Please pray for…
Bethany Baptist Church closed out the Annual Mission Conference Sunday afternoon. Special guests for the week were, Hal and Dawn Baker and their family, church planters in Clinton, Arkansas, and Samuel and Barbara Martin with World Missions Bearing Precious Seed of St. Robert, Missouri. Hal Baker provided special music and…
By Mindy Crandall – as told by lifetime coach and mentor, Larry Silvey The Reflections column the past few weeks with the exception of last week has been a continuing series – History of Ava Bear Football. It is my hopes to finalize the last remaining football seasons with a…
(This story was published in the Douglas County Herald in April, 1949) A new and beautiful brick church at Mt. Tabor, just west of Ava, stands as a monument to the mother of Earnest Neiman and is the fulfillment of a lifelong desire to “do something big for the church.”…
By Sue Curry Jones The Ava Board of Aldermen adopted an ordinance to amend parking designations at the intersection of North Jefferson and 5th Avenue Tuesday evening during regular session of city government. The revised ordinance, which goes into play immediately, extends the no parking zones on the east and…
St. Paul Lutheran Church in West Plains delights in all God’s creations and invites the community to bring their pets to a ‘Blessing of the Animals’ ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. in the church parking lot. A color photo certificate of owner and pet can be ordered,…
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Education is seeking charter students for a new online professional master’s degree program in higher education/student personnel. Designed for higher education professionals interested in advancing their careers in administration at a college or university while retaining their current jobs, the program…
Missouri’s House of Representatives approved and sent the governor on Friday, Sept. 23, a measure to assure that school districts can allow their staffs and teachers to communicate with students through social media such as Facebook. The bill amends a law passed in the regular session of the legislature earlier…
The Douglas County Fair had an awesome Fall Festival. Lots of hard work goes into putting the Douglas County Fair and Fall Festival on. I do not think that people realize what all it involves. Douglas County is a great place to live. It does make my heart sad to…
25 Years Ago September 25, 1986 Two farmers from the Brittany area of western France were in Douglas County last week observing farm practices of the Ozarks and sharing information with local dairymen. Albert Ody and Vincel Restif had attended the National Federation of Farmers Union meeting in St.…
JEFFERSON CITY – Three miles of McAdoo Equestrian Trail at Knob Noster State Park near Knob Noster will reopen Oct. 1 to horseback riders and hikers. The new trailhead, located near the entrance to Camp Bobwhite off of Hwy. DD, and 1.5 miles of trail on either side of the…
Arachnophobia By River Stillwood It’s been a good week in the country. More rain fell. Hillsides that were browning are greening up again and showing the first autumn colors. Goldenrod is blooming bright yellow. Dogwoods and sassafras are turning russet and orange. Sumac, a deep scarlet. Oak tops are taking…
The monthly meeting of the Ozarks Writers Group will convene at the Star Theater Annex in Willow Springs, Mo., on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 1:00 p.m. Anyone with an interest in writing is welcome to join our informal meeting. First timers are invited to bring along a sample of…
Join global fly fisher, artist, columnist and fly-fishing guide at MDC Nature Center in Jeff City Oct. 15 JEFFERSON CITY –– Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Runge Nature Center, in partnership with the Capital City Fly Fishers, will host “A Fascination with Fly Fishing” featuring Bob White on Saturday, Oct.…
A western Missouri kindergarten pupil drew national attention by bringing his mother’s crack pipe and drugs to school for a class assignment. The Sweet Springs Elementary school faculty found a crack pipe and an estimated $3,000-worth of methamphetamine in the boy’s backpack before he was to present it to the class on Sept. 6. Faculty the…
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Glada Faye Watkins, 81 years, 4 months, and 1 day old, passed to heaven on Sept. 23, 2011, at Integris Baptist Medical in Oklahoma City. Glada was born May 22, 1930 in Bridgeport, Ill., to Ray and Lillie (Brumback) Heath. Glada was employed at Emerson Electric and was a resident…
Laverna Lorene Hicks, 91 years, passed to heaven on Sept. 23, 2011 at her home with her family by her side. Laverna was born June 21, 1920 in Squires, Mo., to James and Susie (Manning) Anderson. Laverna was a lifelong resident of the Ava community. On July 16, 1941 Laverna…
Noble Gene Barker Jr., 66, of Drury, Mo., passed to heaven on Sept. 25, 2011, at his residence. He was born July 21, 1945 in Douglas County, Mo., to Noble Gene Barker Sr. and Susan Inez (Harrison) Barker. Noble Gene graduated from Pekin Community High School in 1963. He received…
Coach Dan Swofford and the Ava Bears knew that when Thayer came to town last Friday it was going to take four quarters of solid football to come away with a win. So, the Bears put together four solid quarters of football and came away with a 10-6 win over…
District Tournament Here Next Week The Ava Lady Bears outscored their opponents 21-1 in softball action this week as the 2011 season rapidly winds down to district play. Ava will host the Class 3, District 10 tournament Oct. 5-8 The Lady Bears traveled to Willow Springs Monday afternoon and handed…
Ava High School senior softball players were recognized Tuesday afternoon at Senior Night as the girls played their next to last home game before districts. Pictured from left with their parents are: Morgan Emerich, daughter of Jim and Carrie Emerich; Kelsey Regennitter, daughter of Kevin and Angela Regennitter; Abbie Lansdown, daughter…
I wonder when was the last time Ava, Missouri made the New York Times? If you are one of the few who hasn’t heard, Ava Drug’s fountain and nickel ice cream was featured in last Wednesday’s edition of the New York Times. That’s New York as in NEW YORK. In the…
Progressive Ozark Banks of Hartville and Mountain Grove have teamed up to give a very generous $1,000 gift to the Wright County Children’s Home. Steve Moody, of the Mountain Grove branch, and Mark Hyde, of the Hartville Branch, presented the checks to WCCH administrator Jeremy Eden, and assistant administrator Jessica…
A record turnout of nearly 3,500 attendees (members plus guests) were at White River Valley Electric Cooperative’s 72nd annual meeting of members on Sept. 10 at the Tri-Lakes Center in Branson to vote on three board of director positions. Nominees for the board who were voted on and approved are: …
On Sept. 24, the 15th annual St. Jude’s Benefit Fun Show and Silent Auction was held at the Ava Saddle Club Arena. There were 202 entries showing with entries in almost every event. New speed classes were offered and were a hit with all. The silent auction was also very…
Greetings from your State Capitol. The special session continued last Friday with the House passing two of the Senate Bills that were sent to us a few days earlier. These two bills were: SB 1 – This bill was commonly referred to as the “Facebook Fix.” The fix was necessary…
Ava High School senior Payton Lakey is crowned Homecoming Queen by 2010 queen Abby Dean during halftime ceremonies of last Friday night’s football game. At right is senior Jeff Smalley who was crowned 2011 Homecoming King.…
The 10th annual Pioneer Descendants Gathering will be held this weekend at the Dale and Betty Thomas farm east of Ava. Beginning Saturday morning and running through Sunday afternoon, the Gathering can be found on County Road 341 off Highway 14, about 18 miles east of Ava. Church service will…
Everyone is anxious for the Masquerade Ball this Saturday night (Oct. 1) that will benefit the Fordland Clinic. Tickets are still on sale and you will have a great time. They can be purchased in our neighborhood at Kindall Store or at the Fordland Clinic. It was so much fun…
A revival will start at the Oak Forest Church a few miles south of Norwood on Hwy. C, October 3-7. Bro. Donald Potter will be the speaker. It will start at 7 p.m. each night. There have been no services there for a while. If you can come, it will…
We were so saddened to learn of the sudden and unexpected death of our friend and neighbor, Noble Barker, Jr., on Sunday and extend sincere sympathy to all of his family. We shared many areas of interest, including a strong faith, agricultural roots, a love of the history of the…
Beginning Oct. 1, the Douglas County Health Department will be sponsoring a donation drive for Newborns In Need Inc. Southwest Missouri Chapter. The SWMO chapter provides baby essentials such as sleepers, blankets, diapers and wipes to local babies whose families are experiencing a medical or financial crisis. The items provided…
Ava 7th and 8th grade volleyball teams hosted the Houston Tigers last Thursday. Both the 7th and 8th grade defeated Houston in two game matches. Ava 7th grade won game one, 25-16, and game two, 25-18. Emily Bailey served 11/11 in the match; Maci Jones was 10/10 serving and 2/3…
Homeowners in the Ava View Heights subdivision in west Ava were surprised to find a considerable amount of ash on things outside their houses Saturday morning, with no evidence of anything burning within the near vicinity. The Ava Fire Department, Ava Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Department and Ava/Douglas County…
Laura Findley, 85, of Mansfield, died Saturday, Sept. 24, at Mtn. Grove from injuries sustained in a traffic crash. Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Mansfield announced no local services are planned at this time. Funeral services will be held in Kansas City, Kan.…
An 85-year-old woman well known to many in the Ava area, died in a one-vehicle crash north of Mtn. Grove last Saturday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Laura J. Findley was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash by Wright County Coroner Ben Hurtt following the 2:22 p.m.…
Eastbound Route 60 in Wright and Texas counties will be reduced to one lane while Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs next week. The section of roadway is located from two miles west of Route 95 to Route 181. Weather permitting, work will begin Monday, Oct. 3 at…
The annual free Flu Shot Clinic will be held at the Douglas County Health Department on Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon by appointment. Eligible clients include all Douglas County residents who are over 18 years of age and who are not pregnant. You are asked to…
The Fall Farm Classic held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds last Saturday also included a tractor parade through town. Here, Tim Stillings leads the parade on his bright red Farmall. Brother Bryan and dad, Tony Stillings, also drove Farmalls in the parade, along with several others.…
The sub-varsity football action here next Monday night with Marshfield will consist of one game only, beginning at 5:30, it was announced on Wednesday by Ava High School. The game will be a 9th grade/junior varsity combo game, according to Rex Sawyer, athletic director.…
Area fire departments will be meeting in Ava on the next two Saturdays for training exercises that will include live burns. Firemen from the City of Ava Fire Department will be joined by firemen from adjoining rural departments of the county in the exercise. This exercise will also serve as…
Ava will be host to the Missouri Class 3 District 10 softball tournament next week. The first round of play will be on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 5 with Forsyth facing Hollister at 4 o’clock. Ava, seeded third, will play Mtn. Grove at 6 p.m. Wednesday in first-round action. Reeds Spring…
On Sept. 22, the Ava High School cross country team traveled to Willard for the Willard Highline Meet. The course was flat with tight curves on several of the corners. It was held at the Willard High School soccer complex, which butts up against the Frisco Highline trail. The Frisco…
Douglas County Democratic Party will hold their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 4, at 205 W. Washington Ave., next to Jane’s Beauty Shop. All Democrats are invited to attend these monthly meetings. They will be discussing upcoming elections at the state and local levels. Handouts will be available…
The Douglas County Council met and planned future events. The meeting began by reading the Club Collect followed by reading the 23rd Psalm for a devotion. The morning was spent discussing the D.O.W. Achievement Day Event. Douglas County will bring a salad or vegetable for lunch. The ladies will meet…
September Ava High School Citizens of the Month are seniors Ashtin Stillings and Jeffrey Smalley. This month’s word theme was Citizenship. Ashtin Stillings, daughter of Tim and Laura Stillings, is involved in FFA and National Honor Society. After high school, Ashtin plans to attend college. She was nominated for Citizen…
Dillon Adams was invited this past summer to attend the Kansas City Chiefs’ training facility to attend the Blue and Gray football combine. Out of 2400 players there, 200 were invited to Canton, Ohio, for the super combine. Dillon was selected to play at Tampa Bay, Fla., for the National…
The Douglas County Fox Trotting Horse Breeders Association will be hosting its third annual “Bob Burns Memorial National Trail Ride” on Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Bateman Ranch. The Bateman Ranch is located at the end of Bateman Road, just off the Glade Top Trail in…
Members enjoyed spending time with David Williams and September “Citizens” of the Month” at last week’s meeting. Some good input was received from them as well. On Saturday, some members worked at the Fall Farm Classic & Demolition Derby selling funnel cakes, bottled water and iced tea from. Glenda Little,…
All southbound Route 65 traffic in Springfield was shifted to the old northbound lanes of Route 65 beginning Tuesday night, Sept. 20, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. This will enable contractor crews to begin work to rehabilitate and raise the southbound Route 65 bridge over Route 60. The traffic…
Bob, Linda and myself attended church services on Sunday morning. Barb, Jack and Miracle visited us on Sunday morning. I vistied by phone with Mary Eads of Grove, Oklahoma. She relocated after the tornado at Joplin to be near to her son and family. I was surprised to read in…
Our activities for this week include OATS bus Douglas County to Ava on Monday; OATS bus to Ava on Friday; Arthritis exercise class on Monday and Wednesday at 10:00; OATS Board meeting on Tuesday, Line dancing at 12:30 on Tuesday and Alternative Opportunities on Wednesday at 10:30. Grace Health Care…
Less than 2 weeks left! In just over 12 days we’re building a playground! We’ve been preparing for this event over the past 17 months and the time is upon us. If you haven’t signed up on our volunteer list, now is the time. You do not want to miss…
Bonnie Phipps said she was doing okay and just getting out when it wasn’t raining. Carol Moore and Hellen Blakey went to Mansfield with Marie Dickey last Monday to her O.E.S. Meeting and it was their election of new officers for the coming year. I took my news in last…
Bethany Baptist Church kicked off the annual “Faith Promise” mission conference, Sunday morning with Charles and Jurldean Strong, long-term missionaries to Mexico. Charles and Jurldean were members of this church in the early 1960’s before attending Baptist Bible College in Springfield. After graduating from college they moved to Florida where…
Last Weeks News – “Finally, brethren whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there by any praise, think of these things,” Philippians 4:8. Brother…
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. ****** 10th Annual Benefit Trail Ride, Rome, September 24, 2011, 10 a.m., proceeds…
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. * * * Happy Home Church Singing, Saturday, Sept. 24, 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. 52-1t * * * Union…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE: For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Bruce A. Tesar, dated May 15, 2006, and recorded on May 16, 2006, Document No. 061156, in Book No. 449, at Page 45 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds,…
LEGAL NOTICE: Anyone interested in removing old football field light poles from school premises should contact Monty Valentine. Sealed bids should be turned in at the Superintendent’s Office. 09-22-52-1t…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, September 26: 1. French Toast Sticks,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) JAMES HOWARD DENNEY, ) Deceased ) Case No. 10DG-PR00040 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES HOWARD DENNEY, DECEASED: You are hereby…
TRUSTEE’S SALE: IN RE: John Wesley Russell Cable, a single person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by John Wesley Russell Cable, a single person dated September 20, 2001 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of…
Last Weeks News – I hope everybody is enjoying the cooler temperatures lately. I heard that a few people around had a light frost one morning. It has been really pleasant to get outside in the cooler weather and work in the yard some. Greg and Lisa Potter walked in…
Last Friday afternoon, just before the Homecoming Parade was getting ready to step off at Ava High School, there was a two-vehicle collision on East Washington Ave. (Highway 14) in front of Casey’s General Store, resulting in one truck ending up on its side. Ava Police said a 1990 Ford…
Mark Twain once said, “The report of my death was an exaggeration”, and apparently the same can be said for the Twin Bridges Fire Department of eastern Douglas County. Charles Roland, fire chief, said the department is still in operation and is answering calls. It was first rumored a month…
The Ava Lady Bears will participate in the Licking Volleyball Classic on Saturday, Oct. 8. Ten teams will play in two pools to determine who advances to the championship. Ava will be in the Orange Pool with Houston, Salem, Eminence and Willard. Making up the Black Pool will be Licking,…
Greetings from your state capitol. We started our special legislative session last Wednesday, September 7th with committee meetings. These meetings continued on Thursday and the full House took up the House Bills on Friday. We passed the following bills during Friday’s session: HB 1 – Currently, the state oversees the…
Police were looking Tuesday for the driver of a pickup that struck an elderly man south of Mansfield earlier that morning. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Mack Richards, 89, of Mansfield, was seriously injured and was taken to St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, by Ambulance. Richards was walking on Old…
Robert James Valeika, 71, passed away on Sept. 10, 2011 at James River Care Center in Springfield Mo. Robert was born to Samuel and Dorothea (Anible) Port in Muskegon Mich., on Jan. 15, 1940. After Robert’s mother and father divorced, Robert’s mother moved the children to Iowa where they were…
Patricia Louise Miller, 78 years, passed to heaven on Sept. 17, 2011 at her home in Ava, Mo. Pat was born May 26, 1933 in Mtn. Home, Ark., to Vester G. “Chunk” and Annie (Dyer) Wood. Pat was a resident of Douglas County most of her life. She was a…
Netta Lea Holt, 77 years, passed to heaven on Sept. 17, 2011 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., from a long illness. Netta was born April 2, 1934 in McClurg, Mo., to Horace H. and Lola Ann (Mitchell) Potter. Netta was a lifelong resident of Douglas County and…
Lois Nadine Hicks, 79 years, passed to heaven on Sept. 20, 2011 at her home. Nadine was born Jan. 20, 1932, in Douglas County, Mo., to George and Oma (Lansdown) Davis. Nadine was a lifelong resident of Douglas County. On July 16, 1960 Nadine and Curtis Wayne Hicks were united…
The following was sent to me a couple of years ago by our good friend John Burkhead, former Ava teacher and administrator now living in West Plains. I’m not sure where it originated, and I certainly cannot attest to the authenticity of the report or the validity of the information…
September 11 came and went with no big hoopla in Ava. But that’s not to say the day went unnoticed. In fact, several events and activities, and acts of remembrance were held as a reminder of that dreadful day 10 years ago. One of the most moving ceremonies was held…
The Douglas County Historical Society held its monthly meeting on Sept. 19 in the museum. President Pat Carmichael called the meeting to order. Sharon read the treasurer’s report and the minutes of the August meeting and they were approved. The deadline for articles for the winter Journal is Oct. 1,…
Good fences make for good neighbors, especially if the fence provides fresh, homegrown fruit every year. “If there is one crop that gardeners have difficulty finding room for in the landscape, it is grapes,” says Marlin Bates, a University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. Home vineyards often use arbors or pergolas-structures…
The annual free Flu Shot Clinic will be held at the Douglas County Health Department on Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon by appointment. Eligible clients include all Douglas County residents who are over 18 years of age and who are not pregnant. You are asked to…
Do you believe in the power of a clothesline, an apron and your own ingenuity and creativity? Do you garden, farm, wild forage, tend animals, or simply dream of doing so? Are you crafty; Do you sew, knit, sculpt, paint, recycle garbage into useful items? Do you believe in Sisterhood…
Playing Ozone Defense Against Over-Regulation For years, the Environmental Protection Agency has been striving to expand its regulatory reach, issuing standards and making rules for everything it can think of. But just recently the Obama Administration forced the agency to take a step backwards in the implementation of onerous attainment…
The Douglas County Fox Trotting Horse Breeders Association will be hosting its third annual “Bob Burns Memorial National Trail Ride” on Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Bateman Ranch. The Bateman Ranch is located at the end of Bateman Road, just off the Glade Top Trail in…
Last week, President Barack Obama called together a joint session of Congress in an effort to roll out his so-called “jobs plan.” While I believe the President raised the bar too high with his choice of venue, I urged him to use the opportunity to roll out a new set…
The Lady Bears volleyball team traveled to Cabool for another round of tournament play. The Lady Bears started their first game of pool play against conference opponent Liberty. The Lady Bears ended up splitting the match with the Lady Eagles with a score of 25-20 and 17-25. Next up the…
The softball tournament at Branson last Saturday was canceled because of rain. However, the Ava Lady Bears picked up two SCA victories during the past week over Thayer and Mtn. Grove. The Lady Bears traveled to Lebanon on Tuesday and met defeat in non-conference play. The girls will host Houston…
The Ava Lions Club has completed their participation at the Missouri Fox Trotter Show and Celebration, but there is little time to rest and reflect as another community service project is on the horizon. The Ava Lions Club has, for over 60 years, sponsored the Halloween Costume Contest and, once…
Kyle Clinkingbeard ran for four touchdowns and 233 yards last Friday night at Houston to lead the Ava Bears in 47-7 SCA win over the Tigers. Cody Wallace scored Ava’s first and final touchdowns of the game, and quarterback Ben Loge scrambled for a 38-yard touchdown run while also kicking…
By Sue Curry Jones The homecoming queen tradition at Ava Schools has been an exciting event for this community since it’s inception 62 years ago. And, even though event details have changed a little bit, and each generation has put their brand on coronation night, it would seem that the…
We were hopeful that some members who cannot attend our noon meetings would be able to join us last week at our evening meeting, and we were glad to see the one who did. Maybe as night meetings continue during the school year, others will be able to join us…
25 Years Ago September 18, 1986 A large telephone cable carrying service to some 800 General Telephone customers in the Ava area was torn down by an oversized construction vehicle as it came into Ava last Friday evening just after 5 o’clock. The big construction unit owned by Lightle Sand,…
This and That By River Stillwood It is column day and I have writer’s block. It happens sometimes. I sit down to write and find I have nothing to write about. Not much of note has happened this week and my inner critic is on a rampage. None of the…
By Sue Curry Jones Ava R-1 School Board members received a detailed follow-up report on lightning damage that occurred at the school campus during a recent storm. Repair and replacement costs cited at the meeting last Thursday evening were presented as $55,798; however, this amount was not a final figure…
Free sign language classes will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays for six weeks beginning Thursday, Oct. 6. Sponsored by Ozark Independent Living (OIL) and taught by Paula Phillips, the classes will take place at the Mountain Grove Senior Center, 700 East State Street, Mountain Grove, Mo. The…
Canceled last weekend due to rain. The 4th Annual Tri-County Youth Horse Show, which was postponed last Saturday due to rainy weather, has been reset for Saturday, Sept. 24. As originally planned, the show will be held at the versatility arena at MFTHBA show grounds north of Ava, and the…
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A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and great weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. We hope you will be up and about real soon. Our sympathy to all who have lost…
Norma Stillings attended the meeting of the Nubbin Ridge Homemakers, at the Sonshine Café, Thursday afternoon. Eva Painter was the hostess. Norma drove out to Skyline School for a meeting of the University Extension Council, Thursday evening. Norma Stillings joined with some of the Retired Teachers for lunch at the…
September 11th, well I think we made it through this day without any major disasters. I didn’t listen to much news today and of course the Sunday paper came out early with most of it dedicated to 9-11-01. Such a terrible, terrible day, even the cartoons were about it. All…
This beautiful Lord’s day, we were very blessed by a special song sung by Miss Branetta McNiece and her Sunday school teacher, Mrs. Lola Mayberry after opening worship service with congregational singing. We were then treated to an instrumental with Bro. Glen Dale Robertson on banjo and Bro. Bill Coats…
Last weeks news – Our attendance for Wednesday night Bible study was 16. This week we continued our study over the book of Genesis. Sunday morning we started out with prayer requests. Sunday school lesson was over Luke 16-17:11. After Sunday school we sang songs and heard testimonies. Bro. Scott…
Bro. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. Bro. Darrel taught a good lesson from Luke, chapter 8. It was good to have Darrel and Helen back. We were glad to have Marie, Danny and Don back after Marie’s sickness. Bro. Danny Snider will…
It was a beautiful Lord’s Day, as we opened with singing and so many prayers for our families and friends. We have some in the hospital, some with company, some still not able to come, we miss you all. Brother Dennis read from Numbers, telling us when the Lord says…
My news will cover two weeks because I didn’t get my items written on time due to the holiday. First off, our Degase family and friends reunion went well with most all of our families present. It was a nice day and a very enjoyable one, for myself anyway, because…
The cool, crisp weather sure has been nice. Pray for rain, it sure is hard on the farmers feeding hay and the shortage of water in the ponds. Thursday night we had a good number out for learning to study your Bible with Melany Stevens and her assistant, Hayley Roberts,…
Hello from our home to your home, the weather has been a shock to our physical systems this week as the temperature went from 100 degrees daytime to 70 degrees at night and then the daytime temps being 70 degrees and 50 degrees at night. Now, we have nothing against…
Monday morning, September 12th, a nice fall like morning, but oh my we need rain bad. Brandon said a pretty good chance this week. First thing my new great granddaughter arrived last Saturday, Hayden Josie, 7 lbs 14 ozs, Jamie (Hutchison) and Devin Snodgrass are the proud parents, Bailee and…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Joie Welker. This week in our Sunday School lesson we explored the power of God’s word and laws has to change the face of our communities as it is passed down through the generations. Our specials in rememberance of 9-11 and…
“Therefore, will I also deal in fury, mine eye shall not spare, neither will I have pity and though they cry in mine ears with a loud voice, yet will I not hear them,” Ezekiel 8:18. Monday, Labor Day, my sister, Christine Clayton, and my brother, Orville Clayton, and wife,…
There is a man in the Old Testament that is commonly known for his length of age and is recognized by most as being the longest-lived man in history. His name is Methuselah and he lived for nine hundred and sixty nine years. When Methuselah was two hundred and thirty…
It’s Hootin’ An’ Hollarin’ week already! Time waits for no one, and this year is no exception, since the third weekend of September came quickly. The “Historium” is a new attraction this year in the old McDonald store building. There will be lots of antiques on display. There have been…
This week we had thirteen people weigh in with a total weight-loss of nine and 1/2 lbs. Three people stayed the same weight. Billy was high-loser. Sharon presented the program with an article from realage.com entitled, “This Fat Will Make You Thin”, about the benefits and good sources of Omega…
Sunday, September 11 was the twelfth Sunday after trinity. Since it was also the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack in New York and Washington, Bishop Hartley included special prayers for the nation and for the lost in the attacks in his pastoral prayers. His sermon was based on…
Sunday morning service was opened with prayer requests and prayer then the praise team, Curly Rawlings, Shelden Walker, Melanie Breeding and Richelle Shelton, did an awesome job of leading praise songs. Brother Roberts brought the message from Hebrews 4:12, “Back To the Bible.” Sunday evening service was a short business…
We began our Lord’s Day service by standing and reading from Jeremiah 31. Prayer requests were given. Doyle Humbyrd prayed. Following the singing, happy birthday was sung to Josh, Israel and Jesse Dalton. Stan Humbyrd prayed the offertory prayer as he and Brad Siler received our Lord’s tithes and offerings…
The weather has been beautiful the last week or so, as for me the temperature could stay this way. We’ve had sadness in our family, over the passing away of our sister, Reatha Haas. Her obituary will be found in the paper. She had been in ill health for some…
“Finally, brethrenm whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there by any praise, think of these things,” Philippians 4:8. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday…
The Jubilee Singers sang a special song before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message he called, “One nation under God.” The use of the phrase, “under God,” in the Pledge of Allegiance is under attack. On September 11, 2001, we were stunned when terrorists flew airplanes into the World Trade…
Sunday I went to the Breshears Reunion while Bob and Linda went to church. On Saturday Bob, Linda and I went to the Seymour Apple Festival and we also visited with Carol Johnson. Bob called to tell me he would be coming from Mtn. Grove to do some work for…
Our menu for the week is Monday, September 19—Cheeseburger, onion, tomato, lettuce, potato salad, cake. Tuesday, September 20—Chicken and dumplings, peas and carrots, salad, sherbet. Wednesday, September 21—Ham and beans, cornbread, potatoes, tomatoes, peach crisp. Thursday, September 22—Open face roast beef sandwich, salad, rosy applesauce. Friday, September 23—Beef and noodles,…
Today is a beautiful September day. The leaves are just beginning to change color in some areas. We still have roses in bloom and our holly has little sprouts growing. We have planted colorful mums in the planter boxes out front. Mums come in the most beautiful colors these days.…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she said she had been watering her plants and the grass around them are green, but the rest of her yard sure needs some rain though they got a little, over a half of an inch of rain Saturday. Last Monday and Tuesday I…
I hope everybody is enjoying the cooler temperatures lately. I heard that a few people around had a light frost one morning. It has been really pleasant to get outside in the cooler weather and work in the yard some. Greg and Lisa Potter walked in a lupus fundraiser in…
NOTICE TO PUBLIC: Douglas County All Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Douglas County, with the assistance of South Central Ozark Council of Governments, has begun the process of preparing an update to its 2004 All Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan is pursuant to Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) requirements. The purpose…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) EDWIN LEE MORPETH ) Deceased ) Case No. 11DG-PR00048 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE On the 13th day of September, 2011, VALERIE MCCOY was appointed the Personal Representative of the estate…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE: Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated July 13, 1998 executed by April Shannon, David Shannon and Lisa Shannon as single persons and Mary…
By Mindy Crandall – as told by lifetime coach and mentor, Larry Silvey The 1986 Ava Bears Varsity Football Team was under the instruction of Head Coach, Larry Silvey, who led them to a 9-2 record and a SCA and District Championship. They were the first Ava team to go…
Mt. Tabor Church was host for their Annual Old Folk’s Day, Sunday, September 11, 2-4 p.m. After a song and welcome by Pastor Dennis Shumate, the congregation joined in for an afternoon of fellowship and fun. There were several taking part with readings, poems, songs and Brother Tom Johnson gave…
Here we were favored with a good rain late Saturday, some color is showing up in the lawn grass since and with the morning dew may just bring back the green grass. God has continued to bless our church with souls being saved, people joining the church, and faithful men,…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school with the reading of Matthew 7 then led in prayer, Judge not that ye be not judged. Lee Hampton taught the adult class from the 23rd chapter of Luke. Jesus before Pilate and Herod. Pilate said to the chief priests and to the people, “I…
Arlene Boeddeker came one day and helped me put together a big mailing for my job. Then Rex dropped by and a bit later Kim Fincher dropped by. Tuesday Jeff Reeves came and did quite a bit of weed eating for me and helped me fix the umbrella on my…
Donna Dodson was here on Tuesday. Rheba Pool walked down one day and brought me some dessert. Donna and one of my nurses was here also. Amy Hill, Challa and Axle was here on Thursday night. Quin Breeding came over after Mighty Mite practice to wait for Keith and Melanie,…
Greetings in the name of the Lord. Wednesday night is mid week Bible study with Steve Wilkerson as the teacher. If you don’t have a week day service, come join us at 7:00 Sunday morning service was a blessing. We had a very good service. The special singing was by…
One of the highlights of the 29th Champion School Reunion was the guided tour of the Recreation of the Historic Emporium over on the North Side of the Square. It was fairly empty at the time with no fixtures or merchandise. Vaughn Henson was heard to say that all it…
Church started with Sunday morning singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Example Church, I Thess. 1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Jake Lawson, Abby Lawson,…
What wonderful weather we are having. I don’t think we could describe more perfect days than the last few days have been. At church is is so nice to have the windows open and feel the breeze blowing. Friday night we went to Breedon’s singing, I have to admit we…
Hello again. Ahh, this cooler weather is so invigorating. It makes one feel like accomplishing more than one is, actually, physically able to do in one day. There are lots of chores that need to be done before winter sets in. I’ll have to pace myself or I’ll probably get…
Billy Fletcher went with Edgar and Sharon Stewart for lunch Sunday at Rusty Spurs in Seymour to celebrate Edgar’s birthday. Billy’s Aunt Jean Daugherty visited with him several times this week. Cliff and Debra Bohnstedt drove down from Springfield, Monday morning to visit with Debra’s mother, Norma Stillings. Debra prepared…
There is not much news to report this week. Pleasant Ridge did enjoy the lower temperatures on Sunday and had a good turnout for Church. Pastor Carl brought the morning message from Hebrews 10:7-18, Christ Sacrificed Once and For ALL. Laveta and Susie had 13 in Children’s Church. Specials were…
This Lord’s Day seems to have been the transition from summer to fall, the warm winds in the morning and the cool breeze in the evening. We were blessed at morning worship service by a special from Bro. Gary Martin. The morning message from Psalm 115, regarding in whom we…
Sunday school opened with prayer. Dan led the singing and taught the class. Darrel and Helen went out of town. The penny march was taken. We had some specials songs. Pastor Garry preached from Ephesians. His text was Heavenly Places in Christ Jesus. We sure enjoy his preaching. Sunday night…
Everyone was thankful for the cooler weather Sunday morning, and waiting for rain to go with it. We had many prayer requests, some recovering, others continue with health problems, and some bereaved, remember each one. Brother Dennis read from John 4:47, as well as a few others. His main topic…
A 125-year celebration is being planned for Saturday, October 8, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., at Mt. Tabor General Baptist Church. Tentative plans are for an outdoor gathering, weather permitting. There will be entertainment, featuring gospel singing groups, food provided, some reading of church history, comments from former pastors, as…
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. ****** 10th Annual Benefit Trail Ride, Rome, September 24, 2011, 10 a.m., proceeds…
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“Ask the Lord for rain. In the season of late rain. It is the Lord who cause storms and He will provide rainstorms for them, grass in the fields for everyone,” Zecheriah 10:4. Two weekends ago Zoe Shull stayed with Ralph and Dana Brazeal. Last Monday Gary and I went…
Three people were visiting and viewing the Grand Canyon — an artist, a pastor and a cowboy. As they stood on the edge of that massive abyss, each one responded with a cry of exclamation. The artist said, “Ah, what a beautiful scene to paint!” The minister cried, “What a…
It is unpredictable whether “routine plans” can be carried out as I experienced last week, and spent some time in Baxter County Regional Hospital. I appreciate those helpful ones who stayed with me there for moral support and my daughter who got me home. Best wishes to Paul Breyne who…
This week we had thirteen people weigh in, with a total weight-loss of twenty-two and 3/4 lbs. One person stayed the same weight. Ulla was high-loser. Billy’s name was drawn to receive free dues for the month of September. Linda and Vince received charms for walking 100 miles each. Congratulations to these folks! Kathleen…
Sunday, September 4 was the eleventh Sunday after trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 18:9, the parable of the Pharisee and the publican, which contrasts the arrogance of the Pharisee with the humility of the publican: “for everyone that exalted himself shall…
Sunday morning service was opened with the band playing some good old time hymns. Then congregational hymns were sung while greeting and welcoming everyone. Little Mister Lucas Hamby was introduced to everyone. I sang the special then Brother Roberts brought the message from I John 4:8, “ Greatest Work.” Those…
Heart of the Hills Food Harvest items was collected. Prayer requests were given and LeaAnn Crum prayed this prayer. Happy birthday was sung to Connie Johnson. Testimonies were shared and Martin Hodges and LeaAnn Crum did the special music. Pastor Neal prayed and read from Luke 9, the demonic son. …
Norma Cross and I drove to Owasso, Oklahoma a couple days last week to be with our sister, Reatha Haas, who was very ill then we got word last evening that she passed away and in heaven at 6 p.m.yesterday. Sunday there will be a service in Skatook, Oklahoma before…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday weekend. The card and domino players had a cookout to pass the time of day on Monday as most family members did their own thing for Labor Day. Our hats off to Ellis Stephens…
The 26th Annual Breshears-Hylton Reunion was held on Sunday, September 11 at the Ava City Park. 90 family members and friends enjoyed the day. The adults enjoyed visiting, sharing stories and pictures. The younger ones played on the playground, football, tennis and getting more acquainted. Joe Allen Breshears was spokesman…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, September 19: 1. Mini Pancake, Orange…
By Mindy Crandall – as told by lifetime coach and mentor, Larry Silvey In 1976 Larry Silvey remained Head Coach and led the Ava Bears to a very impressive 8-2 record. This team was a very talented offensive team averaging 27.1 points a game. They rushed for 2,603 yards (8th…
Monday, Labor Day, found Champions delighted with the cooler temperatures and much immersed in reliving the Champion School Reunion of 2011. It was the twenty-ninth such gathering. The first one had three hundred in attendance. There were fewer this time with numbers ranging from 68 to 80. An astrick (*) beside a name…
August 31 – Wednesday evening service began with singing. Bro. Jeff was our leader tonight. He taught from the 17th chapter of Luke. Sister Melba led us in prayer. Many requests were mentioned. We had a real good service with everyone reading from the scriptures. Sister Janice taught our young…
Just over night what a big change in the weather and this Monday it is cool out there from the north wind and will last all week. That is okay by me. A warm welcome was extended to each of our guests and members Sunday. It is a joy to…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton gave a good talk about the Lord. How we ought to be thankful for the many blessings he gives us day by day. Lee Hampton taught the 22nd chapter of Luke for our lesson. We started over with Matthew and are just in Luke. We…
“Trust in the Lord with all thin heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths,” Proverbs 3:5-6. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after congregational singing. He read Psalms 115:3-11 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for our prayer…
Norma Stillings and Darlene Sorensen sang a duet Sunday morning before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message from Romans 10:1-4 he called, “My hearts desire.” Although Paul had been sent to carry the gospel to the Gentile nations, his heart was broken for his own people. In Romans 10:1, he…
Bob, Linda and I attended church services Sunday morning. I enjoyed a visit by phone from Max and Pauline Singleton of Washington. I also talked to my sis, Violet, at Windsor. They’re feeling better. Bob and Linda were in Springfield on Saturday visiting with friends, shopping and going out to…
We appreciate all those who brought in fresh garden produce to the Center this summer and fall. We enjoyed all of them. Some of the items to bid on at our silent auction are a can of 60 packets of heirloom garden seeds from Baker Creek Seed in Mansfield, an…
With just 3 weeks to go, we’re in the final planning stages for this momentous project to benefit the youth of Douglas County and surrounding areas. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of it! We already have a lot of fine people who have stepped up to help…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind and Moe and Kaylynn Todd came down to Bonnie Phipp’s Friday and Cecilia Edwards came over and they ate dinner with Bonnie and they visited the rest of the day and then went back home. Bonnie said when she came out of the church Sunday there…
Last Weeks News – James and Linda Orick visited their niece and nephew, Connie and John Siler. We appreciate Connie for all she does for us. Donna Loveland visited Shelli Marler and Donna’s sister, Carolyn. Misty Bettis and Chris Wilkerson had a very nice wedding shower at Garrison Church Sunday.…
Hello from our home to your home. Well, here it is September already. Kids are back in school and it’s time to settle in to our Fall-Winter routine. For us this means our “Golden Age Games” to be held in Cabool this year. We are anticipating a wonderful day October 7th…
Bro. Doug Miller opened our Sunday morning with prayer and devotion. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Righteousness and Wisdom”, Proverbs, chapter 3. Our world has access to information as never before and while learning is widespread, wisdom is rare. There appears to be no common sense anymore. The Bible…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Sister Annabell Walker. Sunday school lesson was The Macedonian Call, Acts 17:1-11 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram and…
We had a good day quilting today and visiting and of course eating out. Our Pastors, Bro. Benny and Sis. Loretta Dewitt and Bro. Hesterlee came and worked in the kitchen painting and cleaning out cabinets to be painted. Bro. Fleetwood and Bro. Hesterlee are putting in a new hot…
Labor Day has come and gone. What did you do? Some people used it as a last excuse to spend some time at the lake or like me and my husband, we spent the weekend doing some extra labor around the house. We had an extra day off work, so…
Saturday morning I called a friend in Amite, LA. She was in her storm cubby hole due to a tornado warning for her area. Rosalie lives 20 miles west of Tony Williams, who used to own what is now Randy Boeddeker’s farm. Rosalie said she has concerns for Tony as…
My sympathy to the Ralph Turley family. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. I had a call from Debra Reed of Kansas on Tuesday. Megan Goforth visited me after school on Tuesday. Quin Breeding stayed with me Thursday night while Keith, Melanie, Megan and Macee went to…
September 6, 2011. Greetings in the name of the Lord. Sunday morning was a blessing. The weather was so refreshing, thank the Lord for that blessing. Special prayer requests were asked for Betty Smith, Tabitha, the James Coonts family, Mrs. Maggard, Miss Peg, James Brown, Connie and Leah, Nita Holt,…
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. ****** Benefit Singing to help Loretta Cornelius with medical expenses, Friday evening, 7…
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PUBLIC NOTICE The Douglas County Commission has been petitioned to close part of County Road 337-D as described. The part of County Road #337-D ( N-337 on county plat book) described as beginning at the point where County Road #337-D intersects the South line of the S-1/2 of section…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) JOHN HENRY BANEY ) Deceased ) Case No. 44P02040000056 ) AMENDED NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR COMPLETE SETTLEMENT AND PROPOSED ORDER OF DISTRIBUTION To All persons interested in the above referenced estate: You are hereby…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Billy D. Stewart and Sandi Stewart, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Billy D. Stewart and Sandi Stewart, Husband and Wife dated March 22, 2007 and recorded in the Office…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, September 12: 1. French Toast Sticks,…
Kevin Dale Lakey, 49 years, passed away on Sept. 10, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Kevin was born Jan. 28, 1962 in Gainesville, Mo., to Noble and Bonnie (Byerlee) Lakey. Kevin loved the outdoors and spent many hours fishing and canoeing on Bryant Creek near his home. Kevin…
Ronald (Ron) Smith, 65, of Marshall, Mo., died Monday, Sept. 12, 2011, at Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Campbell-Lewis Chapel in Marshall, with Dr. Phil Soto and Rev. Vernon Maxted officiating. Visitation was held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday…
Betty Lou Kinyon, 74 years, 7 months, and 28 days old, passed away on Sept. 7, 2011 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Betty was born Jan. 10, 1937 in Ava, Mo., to Glenn and Gladys (Evilsisor) Witchey. Betty was a homemaker and resident of the Ava community…
Zelda Faye (Rennaker) Henderson was born June 28, 1916, in Douglas County, to Thomas Perry and Alta May Rennaker. She went to her heavenly home Sept. 5, 2011, in Magnolia Square Nursing Home, Springfield. She was married to John D. Henderson on Dec. 24, 1952. He preceded her in death.…
Reatha J. Haas, 85 years old, passed away Sept. 4, 2011, in her home with her loved ones by her side. Reatha was born Oct. 18, 1926, in Roy, Mo., to Lee and Mavie (Applegate) Jenkins. On Dec. 10, 1944, Reatha married Jim Haas. They lived in the Ava area…
Trinity Lutheran Church is participating in Back to Church Sunday, a national movement of churches to encourage formerly churched people to rediscover church and try it again. According to LifeWay Research, 38 percent of people are receptive or highly receptive to attending church. Eighty-two percent say they would be open…
Nubbin Ridge Club met Sept. 8 at the Sonshine Café in Ava, with Eva Painter as hostess. The meeting began with President Norma Stillings leading the reading of the Club Collect. The ladies offered ideas and discussed the DOW Achievement Day in Mtn. Grove later in October. Be collecting good…
I understand that several from our area attended the annual Seymour Apple Festival. I would have liked to have been present, however, I had to work and had to miss all of the fun. There were several from our family who ventured that way and they reported that it was…
Another week has gone by and they go so fast but we’ve had some beautiful days. We are needing rain around here. Glad it has cooled off. We lost a senior citizen in our area this week. Frank Tompkins of the Glendale area passed away. So sorry about that. He’s…
Rich and Betty Lou Montgomery of Columbia were here last week to attend the funeral of Betty Lou’s aunt, Zelda Henderson, of Springfield. Zelda was a sister of Betty’s father, the late Homer Rennaker and was 95 years old when she passed away. Accompanying the Montgomerys to the funeral was…
At approximately 6 a.m., Sept. 8, members of the South Central Drug Task Force, in coordination with the Phelps County Sheriff’s Department, Maries County Sheriff’s Department, Belle Police Department, Rolla Police Department, St. James Police Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol, concluded a long term narcotics investigation in Phelps…
The Ava Lady Bears were in West Plains last Saturday for a full day of tournament action. Ava won games over Doniphan 16-0 and East Carter 6-4, but lost to Springfield Kickapoo 9-2 and West Plains 11-2. Last Thursday, Sept. 8, the Lady Bears hosted Logan-Rogersville and scratched and clawed…
Two certified Hunter Education classes are scheduled in Douglas County this month. The first class will be held this Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16 and 17, at the Ava Middle School cafeteria. Class time will be from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16 and 8 a.m. to 3…
Next week, Sept. 19-23, will be Homecoming Week at Ava High School with special Spirit Week activities planned every day. The theme for Homecoming will be “Adventures in Wonderland” with special days focusing on Alice In Wonderland topics. For example, Monday will be Pajamas Day. (As Alice gently falls asleep…
Edward J. Hamill, state executive director, Farm Service Agency, announced effective Sept. 7, 11 counties in Missouri will have FSA disaster loans available due to combined effects of hail, high winds, flooding, widespread drought and excessive heat which occurred April 1 and continuing. Counties approved for disaster loans include Howell,…
What the Economy Needs Right Now Wrapped in rhetoric, the president and congressional leaders are bringing ideas to the discussion about how to get our economy moving. Some are thoughtful ideas, some are old ideas disguised as new ones, some are workable and some are not. At least the focus…
Captain Dwayne F. Isringhausen, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces a new location for driver testing in Hartville. Effective Oct. 1, the driver examination station will move to the Wright County Courthouse Annex, 114 S. Main Street, in Hartville. The telephone number at that location is (417) 741-6400.…
The Carl Neiman Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met at 7 p.m. Thursday in the basement of the Ava General Baptist Church. The meeting was called to order by Regent Sandra Walker. The Pledge of Allegiance and the American’s Creed were recited. The meeting was opened with…
Constitution Day is observed each year on Sept. 17 to commemorate the signing of the Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787. Since 1955, the Daughters of American Revolution (DAR) have also commemorated Constitution Week Sept. 17-23. On Tuesday, members of the local chapter of Carl Nieman Chapter National Society Daughters of…
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is once again planning its coats for kids softball tournament. If you would like to place a team in the tournament or make a donation call 683-8787 after 5 p.m. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has distributed over 150 coats to local children in Douglas County since…
The Ava Bears Cross country team traveled to Willow Springs on Thursday, Sept. 8 for the Steve Waggoner Invitational Cross Country Meet that hosted 24 schools. Steve Waggoner, the father of Chris Waggoner, head cross country and track coach for Willow Springs, passed away two years ago. Mr. Waggoner worked…
Remembering 9/11 Just as most Americans can recall where they were at that moment, I clearly remember working in my office in the Capitol when terrorists attacked on 9/11. In a moment, the nation was shocked by tragedy – mourning loved ones who were lost, wondering how this could ever…
A pair of fourth quarter interceptions by Ava’s Kevin Philpott that resulted in Bears touchdowns at Cabool last Friday night made an otherwise close game look like a blowout in the line score as Ava defeated Cabool 33-12. Ava held a one touchdown lead, 19-12 after three periods, but two…
At last week’s meeting, we were joined by representatives from Plainview, Ava Public and Ava Victory Academy Schools. Glenda was able to work with them to schedule Terrific Kids presentations for this school year. It was our pleasure to visit with them and purchase their lunch. Our District Governor has…
A Lakeview, Ark. man died last Thursday afternoon of injuries suffered in a one-car crash on Highway 5 north of Ava. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Marvin W. Clausen, 76, was pronounced dead by Dr. Kenneth Larson at 2:24 p.m. Thursday at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield. Larson was driving…
The bridge over Bryant Creek on Route 76 east of Ava is scheduled to be closed Sept. 19, so the bridge can be replaced, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. The new bridge on Route 76 is scheduled to open to traffic by Nov. 12. The bridge project in Douglas…
Cabool freshmen came to Ava Monday night, Sept. 12, and slipped out of town with a win. Ava scored first on an interception by Kane Thompson that was returned for a touchdown. The 2-point conversion attempt failed. The Bears then had a punt blocked for a safety and led 6-2…
The Ava Middle School Bears played the Cabool Bulldogs at Cabool on Thursday, Sept. 8. The 7th grade Bears evened their record at 1-1 with a 14-0 victory. The game was scoreless until Ava’s Brandon Johnson rumbled 51 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter. The run capped a…
The Ava 7th and 8th grade volleyball teams started the season off with two home matches, and two wins! On Sept. 8 Ava was host to the West Plains Zizzers. Ava 7th grade won the match in three games. Ava won the first game 25-16, but game two went to…
The JV Lady Bears are vastly improving. That is the word from Coach Christy Stockdale. “We played remarkably better in the Marshfield tournament,” she said. The tournament had eight teams with each pool consisting of four teams. Ava took third in the pool and played for fifth against Marshfield freshmen.…
The Ava Lady Bears improved their record to 5-5 and finished 2nd this past weekend at the annual Forsyth Tournament. The Lady Bears defeated Sparta 25-21, 25-15, Conway 25-16, 25-22, and Bradleyville 25-4, 25-11 in pool play. “We don’t typically play Sparta in pool play at Forsyth, so it was…
The Ava Board of Aldermen created a new position for the City of Ava Tuesday evening when they voted to hire Shawn MacMillan to manage computer and technology tasks for city departments. As Information Technology (IT) manager, MacMillan will be responsible for technology needs, computer systems, programming, data storage and…
Bob Ross, of Ava, Mo., is a new member of the American Angus Association®, reports Bryce Schumann, CEO of the national breed organization headquartered in Saint Joseph, Mo. The American Angus Association, with nearly 30,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef breed association in the world. Its…
Child Passenger Safety Week Is Sept. 18-24 JEFFERSON CITY – According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, three out of four safety seats are improperly installed. During Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 18-24, parents and other caregivers across Missouri can have certified child passenger safety technicians inspect their car…
CAPE GIRARDEAU — The Missouri Labor Department concluded an investigation finding that Larry McElroy of Blackhawk Electric Company in Cape Girardeau violated the prevailing wage law and falsified certified payroll records. “Failing to pay workers is shameful and illegal–but attempting to outsmart investigators with fake payroll records is a criminal…
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Education is seeking charter students for a new online professional master’s degree program in higher education/student personnel. Designed for higher education professionals interested in advancing their careers in administration at a college or university while retaining their current jobs, the program…
Gainesville School District included in the group. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service’s State & Private Forestry program, awarded almost $6 million in grants to six public schools for Fuels for Schools projects. The grants were funded through The American Recovery and Reinvestment…
JEFFERSON CITY – Battle of the Belt, a high school seat belt challenge, will be groovin’ this year thanks to incentives provided by Ford Driving Skills for Life. Through a grant provided by the Governors Highway Safety Association, Ford Driving Skills for Life donated $20,000 worth of iTunes cards to…
JEFFERSON CITY – Insurance payouts from the May 22 Joplin tornado have now exceeded $1 billion, according to the Missouri Department of Insurance. “Joplin’s recovery requires a solid public-private partnership, and the insurance industry is clearly leading the private sector efforts,” said John M. Huff, director of the Missouri Department…
Missouri’s contested “Facebook law” got a makeover from legislators and education groups on Wednesday, Sept. 7, when they unanimously agreed to have local districts create their own policies regarding teachers’ communication with students via Facebook, texting and other private means. The Senate Education Committee voted 8-0 in favor of the…
25 Years Ago September 11, 1986 Madam Sensation, a beautiful sorrel mare owned by Spencer (Pop) Jenkins, Sedalia, is the new World Grand Champion Missouri Fox Trotter. Monday, Oct. 6, has been proclaimed Circus Day in Ava, Mayor Bud Norman signed the proclamation at City Hall this week with…
Marsha Evans, moving to Springfield after 33 years at Century Bank of the Ozarks, was honored at a going away party Thursday, Sept. 8. She received a clock engraved with the bank’s mill wheel logo. Marsha worked at both Gainesville and Ava offices over the years, her last position being…
“HEAT Is On” Campaign will kick off with Interstate 44 enforcement September 17-18 Summer is a hot time for travel, which unfortunately brings an increase in traffic-related accidents and fatalities. For the past three summers, Missouri law enforcement has turned up the HEAT with High Enforcement Action Teams on Missouri…
JEFFERSON CITY –– The role of food in the 19th century Ozarks will be celebrated Saturday, Sept. 17 at Nathan Boone Homestead State Historic Site. Whether it was sold at market or consumed on the farm, food affected every part of daily life for farmers in southwest Missouri. “Homestead Harvest”…
By River Stillwood The weather has been rough, these last few months. The persistent heat. The lingering drought. But summer is growing haggard. Autumn is ready to pounce. Already the box elders are losing their leaves and walnut canopies look moth eaten and threadbare. Sassafras is turning orange and sumac,…
The recent elk introduction into southern central Missouri will be the topic of the Ozarks Native Plant Society meeting to be held Tuesday, Sept. 20. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Ozarks Regional Office of the Missouri Department of Conservation, 551 Joe Jones Blvd, West Plains. Residents of Howell County and…
The late Bob Holt and his impact on Ozark culture and musical traditions is one of the featured presentations. WEST PLAINS – “Internal Conflict and Civil Wars: 1861-2011” is the theme of the fifth annual Ozarks Studies Symposium set for Sept. 22-24 at the West Plains Civic Center. The event…
Dr. Taylor Woods will stay on as senior advisor to the Director on livestock industry issues JEFFERSON CITY – Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler announced Dr. Linda Hickam as Missouri’s State Veterinarian today in Jefferson City. A native of Columbia, Mo. and graduate of the University of Missouri College…
The 4th Annual Tri-County Youth Horse Show will be held Saturday, Sept. 17, at the versatility arena at MFTHBA show grounds, north of Ava. The show starts at 12 noon, and on-site concessions will be available. The first Tri-County Youth show was deemed a success in the spring of 2008…
FOR SALE GOOD CLEAN USED furniture, appliances and misc. The Wishing Well 400 No. Hwy 5, Ava, Mo 417-683-8730. 40-tf GOT BUGS? FOR termites, ants, spiders, roaches, fleas, etc. Call Tim Blackwell at Blackwell Pest Control, 860-7314. 38-24tp FOR RENT DORSEY SELF STORAGE: For rent, Call for available…
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Department, with assistance and cooperation from several other adjoining counties, has broken a major theft ring and recovered items stolen up to six years ago. Sheriff Chris Degase reports that five people have been arrested at this time, and the investigation is ongoing with more charges…
Ashlyn Mitchell pitched a no-hit shutout against Sparta in non-conference action here last Thursday afternoon as the Lady Bears defeated the Trojans 5-0. Kelsey Regennitter was 3-for-4 at the plate with a single, a double and a triple, driving in three runs and scoring one. Abbie Lansdown was 2-for-3 with…
Kyle Clinkingbeard ran for four touchdowns and Ben Loge kicked four extra points as the Ava Bears defeated Willow Springs in conference action here last Friday night. This week the Bears will travel to Cabool to continue the SCA schedule. The Bulldogs are 1-1 on the season and in the…
The Lady Bears opened their season Monday night, Aug. 29, against the Fordland Lady Eagles. The JV started the night off with a two-set win over Fordland with a winning score of 25-19 and 25-16. Strong serving was the key to the victory as well as good communication between players,…
The Ava cross country team took 14 runners to the Strafford Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 3, on Labor Day weekend. With blazing hot temperatures, the Ava Bears ran tough as nails with three Bears medaling among a field of 500 runners representing 27 schools in six separate divisions including junior…
Ronald Doyn Fleetwood, 72 years, 10 months, and 15 days old, passed away on Aug. 28, 2011 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo., from complications following cancer surgery. Ronald was born Oct. 13, 1938 in Sweden, Mo., to Clyde and Doris (Stout) Fleetwood. Ronnie was a lifelong resident of…
Fern Kathleen Cackley, 85, died July 26, 2011, in Yakima, Wash. She was born Jan. 21, 1926, at Smallett, Mo., the daughter of Tom and Viola Hicks Osburn. Funeral services were held Thursday, Aug. 4, at 11 a.m., at Terrace Heights Memorial Park, Yakima. She is survived by one son,…
Mary Frances Hampton, 63 years, passed to heaven on Aug. 24, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Mary was born July 20, 1948 in Pond Fork, Mo., to Herbert and Ella Mae (Kenner) Wilson. Mary was a resident of the Ava community most of her life. On Dec. 30,…
Ralph LeRoy Turley, 76 years, left this earth Aug. 29, 2011 to be with the Lord. Ralph was born Oct. 28, 1934 in Modoc, Kan., to Robert and Alma (Borst) Turley. He was the youngest of 10 children. Ralph grew up in western Kansas where he met the love of…
Patricia Ann Brazeal, 73 years, passed away on Aug. 26, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Pat was born March 1, 1938 in Junction City, Kan., to Eleanor “Gussy” and Walter Smith. Pat is survived by four sons and their spouses, Larry and Jean Brazeal, Springfield, Mo., Rodney and…
Gwendolyn Ann (Gwen) Bagley was born Oct. 20, 1939, in Waterbury, Conn. She departed this life from Ava, Mo., Monday, Aug. 29, 2011, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. Gwen was a strong woman and mentor to many in the younger generation. Always looking for treasures, she spent…
An Ava woman was seriously injured in a one-vehicle crash in western Douglas County last Friday afternoon. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Heather F. Tidwell, 24, ran her 2001 Dodge off the roadway and overturned. The crash occurred at 3 p.m. on County Road 447 west of Plainview School.…
SPRINGFIELD – Beth Phillips, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that four men pleaded guilty in federal court this week, in separate and unrelated cases, to failing to register as sex offenders. “Today’s pleas were the result of diligent investigative work by the U.S. Marshals Service…
Rock Chapel prayer requests: Tyler and Weston McIntosh, Caleb Dixon, Stanley Nehr, Jennifer Alexander, Joyce Deeds, Sandra Hawkins, the David Littrell family, Lily Gass, Max Yarber, Norman Virtue’s daughter, Sharon Renfrow, hurricane victims and families, and many unspoken requests. Upcoming Events: Men’s Fellowship Breakfast this Thursday, Sept. 1, at 7…
We begin this week by remembering two friends who were called to their eternal reward recently. First, Erma Cudney who was a longtime member of the Dogwood community. There she lived with her husband, Jim and she was extremely active in the Dogwood Church of the Nazarene for many years.…
A terrible accident last Saturday took the life of our friend and neighbor, David Littrell. His wife Nancy has been in serious condition but has been upgraded to fair. We are so sorry about it all. Pray for his family, Nancy and two grown daughters. Funeral services have been postponed…
Ava Fire Dept. Will “Fill the Boot” for MDA This Saturday Personnel with the Ava Fire Department will be at the junction of Highways 5 and 76 in south Ava this Saturday collecting money for the MDA telethon. Firefighters nationwide are major contributors to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. All money…
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds boaters to take extra precautions and prepare for increased traffic on the water for the upcoming Labor Day weekend. Many Missourians have been safely enjoying the state’s lakes, rivers, and streams this year. Last year, over the holiday weekend, there were two boating fatalities…
Ava Mighty-Mites will have their first practice Tuesday, Sept. 6, at 5 p.m. at the Middle School playground. Any child in 1st through 6th grade who has not signed up but wants to play is urged to contact the Ava field supervisor. The Might-Mites will not turn down any child…
Horse fans from all across the United States will gather in Ava during the week of Sept. 4-10 for the 53rd annual Show and Celebration of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA). Actually, travel trailers began showing up last weekend at the showgrounds north of town, and there…
Tuesday, Aug. 2 Our evening meal was served at 6:30 p.m., the normal time for our stated meetings. All of our stated meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month and many of our special meetings are on the other Tuesdays of the month, mostly on the third Tuesday.…
Dear Editor: I am really disgusted with these people who don’t have their animals spayed or neutered. Three weeks ago five adorable puppies were dropped off at the end of our lane. The temperatures were in the 90s. I went to the farmers market on Saturday morning and saw two…
Ava High School will once again host a college fair for high school students in the area on Tuesday, Sept. 6. At the fair, students will be given the opportunity to visit with representatives and collect materials from over 50 different colleges and branches of the military. Ava High School…
Plainview School will be celebrating Grandparent’s Day, Friday Sept. 9. All grandparents are invited to come at 11 a.m. to eat a sack lunch, then spend the afternoon doing different activities with their grandchild. Please contact the school at 683-2046 for more information or to let them know you will…
“Harvesting and Storing Apples” We are harvesting apples at the Missouri State Fruit Experiment Station. These are harvested into apple picking bags and then emptied into wooden boxes. Luckily we have a cooler that is just above 32 degrees Fahrenheit to store our apples. I know you probably don’t have…
Will Host Willow Springs This Friday Kyle Clinkingbeard and Caleb Miles each scored three touchdowns for the Ava Bears last Friday night and Miles ran for two additional 2-point conversions as the Bears defeated Strafford 41-19. Strafford received the kickoff to open the 2011 season and after four plays…
The Ava High School Bears will take the home field for the first time this season on Friday night, hosting the Willow Springs Bears in South Central Association action. The Bears are coming in with a record of 1-0, having defeated Strafford last week, 41-19. As the Bears gather, SCA…
University of Missouri Douglas County Extension in partnership with Dr. Mike Peters, DVM, will be presenting a Livestock Health Seminar on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 9 a.m.-noon at Dr. Peters’ office located at 302 NW 12th Ave. in Ava. Topics covered will include: vaccination protocols, deworming techniques, breeding soundness, reproductive…
The Douglas County Public Library is proud to offer you the best-selling and classic audiobooks, music and video available 24/7 from the library’s website, http://douglascountylibrary.lib.mo.us, or from www.molib2go.org. You can browse the collection, check out with your library card, and download to PC, MAC, and many mobile devices. To get…
A New Era of Responsibility Questions are swirling about the cuts Congress and the president have pledged to make as we begin the process of getting our federal budget under control. While the size and scope of the cuts has been agreed to in a framework that outlines $2.4 trillion…
September is National Preparedness Month COLUMBIA – This year Missouri has seen flooding, severe winter weather and devastating tornadoes. Meanwhile, two earthquakes struck in the U.S. within hours of each other even as Hurricane Irene headed toward the East Coast. In September, as the nation marks the 10th anniversary of…
The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the symbol of quality and tradition for Anheuser-Busch since 1933, are scheduled to make a special appearance at the Missouri Foxtrotting Horse Breed Association 2011 Show and Celebration on Friday, Sept. 9. The MFTHBA show grounds are located one mile north of Ava on Highway 5.…
Ava High School’s character word for the month of August was Responsible, and the month’s Citizens of the Month were Jacob Wright and Ashlyn Mitchell. Jacob is the son of Dean and Sabrina Wright. He earned Citizen of the Month for demonstrating responsibility in his scool work. Jacob’s teacher said,…
The Ava Lady Bears defeated Forsyth 3-2 on the home field last Thursday afternoon, then took their show on the road for games Monday and Tuesday. On Monday, the softball girls fell in non-conference play to Norwood, 4-2, but rebounded on Tuesday to defeat Salem 4-0 in SCA competition. At…
The Missouri Fox Trotters is preparing for its fall celebration and the Ava Lions Club is busy preparing to support the celebration through the concession stand. Vendors will be delivering supplies and food items all week in preparation to serve the many visitors to the fall Celebration. The Lions concession…
Congratulations to August Citizens of the Month Ashlyn Mitchell and Jacob Wright who kicked off that program for this school year. Sabrina Wright and Jeff Martin accompanied the students to the meeting. Town and County Bank and Century Bank are supplying $50 savings bonds for our students again this year.…
State Auditor Tom Schweich recently completed an audit of Douglas County, and on Tuesday released the report online. The report earned an overall rating of “poor” from the state. The cover letter that fronts the report states: “The scope of our audit included, but was not necessarily limited to, the…
The Ava Lady Bears junior varsity softball team is off to a blazing 5-0 start. To open the 2011 season the Lady Bears traveled to Springfield to take on the Glendale Falcons. Ava used a good eye at the plate drawing six walks in three innings. On the mound Abbie…
By State Treasurer Clint Zweifel As you and your family settle in to a new school year this September, I would like to remind you of one of the most important back to school tools – a MOST ̶ Missouri’s 529 College Savings Plan account. September is National College Savings…
Award winners from Air Evac Lifeteam’s 2011 West Plains/Houston Employee Recognition Banquet are shown above. Front row, from left, are Carolyn Stark, Dawn Holt, Angie Hoodenpyle, Kileene Collins, Lynn Lee, Linda Washington, Crystal Courtney and Teresa Wagner. Back row, from left, are Bryan Morris, Charlie Russell, Falenia Greer, Renee Williams,…
A lawsuit filed August 26 by Republican State Auditor Tom Schweich charges Missouri’s Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon with violating the state constitution by withholding appropriations to state agencies, including education, to provide funds for natural disaster relief. At issue is a constitutional provision giving the governor power to withhold appropriations…
MDC biologists recently began the second year of a blue catfish study at Truman Lake and Lake of the Ozarks as regulations are considered to protect intermediate-sized fish from overharvest and boost the numbers of larger catfish. The goal is to gather data for a three-year study on blue catfish…
JEFFERSON CITY – Learn more about the Civil War in Missouri on a tour through the Missouri State Museum in the State Capitol at 2 p.m. each Saturday from Sept. 3 through Dec.17. The Civil War was a tumultuous time in the history of Missouri and the country with Missouri…
SPRINGFIELD –– Greene County SALT Council (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) is in need of used cell phones for its Cell Phone for Seniors project. For more than a decade, Greene County SALT and Sheriff’s Departments across the nation have been making cell phones available for seniors to call 911…
The 71st Hailey Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, Sept. 4, at the Super 8 Motel located at 1711 So. Jefferson Street in Ava, Mo. The get-together will be held in the motel meeting room with a carry-in luncheon fare at noon time, and a business meeting to follow.…
25 Years Ago August 28, 1986 The biggest event of the year for the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association and perhaps the biggest single event for Ava, will take place next week as the 28th annual MFTHBA Show and Celebration gets under way. Master Sgt. Kenneth Stephens,…
Also gives state regulators more tools against dangerous doctors JEFFERSON CITY –– Under a new state law, Missouri consumers can now learn more about the educational history of their doctors. House Bill 265, signed by Gov. Jay Nixon, took effect this week and allows the State Board of Registration for…
By River Stillwood Dear Reader, How are you? Has life been treating you generously? Does happiness abound like late summer flowers blooming across the landscape of your days? I sure hope so! Here, everything is changed. Different. Incredibly wonderful. After one year, nine months, and twelve days, my cancer journey…
Nixa Early Learning Center A Winner of AgriMissouri’s School and Community Contest. JEFFERSON CITY – Ten Missouri schools and community organizations, including the Nixa Early Learning Center, will start the year off with over $800 of new gardening supplies, including seeds, fruit trees and tools from Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds,…
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) have agreed to provide an additional $2.2 million to expedite the technical assistance that private landowners need to get federal Farm Bill program benefits. NRCS conservationists work with farmers and ranchers to prepare conservation plans that…
JEFFERSON CITY –– In May, Big Oak Tree State Park and Towosahgy State Historic Site in Mississippi County were covered with 12 to 16 feet of water and sand following the intentional breach of the Birds Point Levee along the Mississippi River. On Sept. 2, these important natural and cultural…
Dry weather and good nesting and feeding habitat brought surge in brood counts and number of chicks reaching self-reliant size. By Bill Graham, MDC KANSAS CITY –– Missouri’s endangered prairie chickens got a major lift this summer from dry weather in June and continued refinement in how native grasslands are…
JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Public Service Commission wants to determine the potential impact of current and future Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules under the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts on Missouri’s electric utilities’ electric generation plants. The Commission specifically wants to determine the potential impact on reliability and costs.…
Douglas County Recorder of Deeds Tina Boyd urges county residents to be wary of mail offers to provide copies of legal documents. The Recorders’ Association of Missouri (RAM) notified Recorders about a private company’s offer to obtain copies of property deeds that charge homeowners an excessive fee. The Fulton Missouri…
Report finds that involving parents in their children’s homework can improve academic outcomes. ALEXANDRIA, Va. –– National School Boards Association’s Center for Public Education today released a new report, “Back to School: How Parent Involvement Affects Student Achievement” examining what research says about the relationship between parent involvement and student…
Student Council and The Dorothy Norman Chapter of NHS volunteered at the Convoy of Hope Hands of Hope work night on August 2. The volunteers sorted donations to be distributed in disaster relief efforts. Convoy of Hope is a faith based organization with a driving passion to feed the world…
Missouri Trappers Association 53rd Fall Rendezvous will be held September 16-18, at the Jenkins Center just west of Chillicothe, Mo. This free event is open to all persons interested in trapping or protecting property from wildlife damage. Event exhibits will include expert trappers demonstrating legal trapping methods, how to prepare…
JEFFERSON CITY – As the tallgrass prairie transitions from summer to fall, it is ablaze with color. On Sept. 3, experience this color explosion on a wildflower walk at Prairie State Park near Mindenmines. The 1.6-mile walk begins at 10 a.m. at the park’s nature center and will last approximately…
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, small squares of grass hay, $3.50 683-4956 or 543-0929. 47-tf GOT BUGS? FOR termites,…
By Mindy Crandall – as told by lifetime coach and mentor, Larry Silvey In 1956, Jimmy Williams became head coach. The Bears struggled during the 1956 season winning only three games under Coach Jimmy Williams, who resigned after only one season. Their SCA record that year was 3-5 and a…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: September 20, 2011 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-1 Single-family Residential Street location: 809 S. Jefferson (Parcel 12 located N. of SW 13th Avenue) Property Owners: The Rery Badgett Trust Legal description: A…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: September 20, 2011 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: B-3 General Business District Street location: Property located South of the Trinity Lutheran Church (Parcel #6) Property Owners: JQ Leasing, LLC Legal description: Part of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Bruce A. Tesar, dated May 15, 2006, and recorded on May 16, 2006, Document No. 061156, in Book No. 449, at Page 45 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds,…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, September 5: No School Tuesday, September…
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. * * * Haden, Kay, Sellers Family Reunion 2011, Saturday, September 3, 2001, First Southern Baptist Church, doors open…
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR STATE OF MISSOURI ) COUNTY OF DOUGLAS ) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: ) DARYL KNAPP ) Incapacitated and Disabled ) Estate No. 11DG- PR00041 ) TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DARYL…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: ) JERRY ARNOLD MINCHINTON Deceased ) Case No. 10DG- PR00069 ) NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR COMPLETE SETTLEMENT AND PROPOSED ORDER OF DISTRIBUTION To all persons interested in the above referenced estate: You are hereby notified…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI Division II Probate In the Estate of: ) DONALD J. OHR, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG- PR00043 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE On the 24th day of August, 2001, MIKE WILSON was appointed the Personal Representative of the estate…
Don and Debbie Drey, Church Planters to Kansas, and two of their daughters, Darcie and Denise, were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Debbie and the girls sang special songs in both the morning and the afternoon services. Don Drey taught the Sunday school lesson on how to discern God’s…
Bob and Linda attended chruch on Sunday. I stayed home and rested. Barb and Jack visited us one evening. Bob and Linda were in Branson for one evening and I drove over and had lunch with Barb, Jack and Miracle. She fed me so good that I went back for…
Our center will be closed on Monday for the Labor Day holiday. Our menu for the rest of the week is: Tuesday, September 6—Chili, crackers, peanut butter sandwich, carrots, cake. Wednesday, September 7—Roast beef, baked potato, broccoli, roll, peaches. Thursday, September 8—Pork chop, dressing, salad, peas and carrots, fruit. Friday,…
After songs of praise and worship, Pastor Oren read scripture from Romans 1:8-17. Paul was so excited by the righteous and faithful in Rome and he longed to visit and fellowship with them. He prayed for them and interceded in their behalf because he felt such joy in their faithful…
Ava Community Playground News - Jackie Brooks - Playground Core Committee meetings have been rescheduled to Monday evenings at 6:00pm at the Life Church basement. This week’s meeting was attended by quite a few people and we were able to get a good start on a fun project we’re working…
Tara Coonce went last Monday to take her test for her job at Cox South Hospital and guess who got to keep little Jett? Me and he sure is a good baby. Violet Blakey took my tin and aluminum cans off last Tuesday and I got them sold. I went…
The hummingbirds are swarming my feeders, tanking up and getting ready for their big fall migration. I counted around 32 hummingbirds around my four feeders, but there could have been 10 more or less than that, it is pretty hard to keep track of them when they are zipping back…
August 17 – Caney Church started by singing. Gabe Shipley, one of our youth, welcomed everyone. Prayer requests were taken and Sis. Janice Lafferty led in prayer. We had a good discussion about honesty. We don’t like to be cheated so we should be honest to others. Gabe read Matthew…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Valerie J Schwartz and Ellis P Goucher, Wife and Husband: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Valerie J Schwartz and Ellis P Goucher, Wife and Husband, dated February 28, 2007 and recorded…
ROAD WORK NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Paper bids not exceeding a monetary value of $250,000 and electronic bids submitted through the BidExpress website for constructing or improving Route Various, Job J8P2187, CHRISTIAN, DALLAS, DOUGLAS, GREENE, HICKORY, LACLEDE, OZARK, POLK, STONE, TANEY, WEBSTER, AND WRIGHT Counties, will be received by the Commission…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION In Re the Marriage of : ) JOHN D. JOHNSON and ) KRISTIN D. JOHNSON ) ) JOHN D. JOHNSON ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) KRISTIN D. JOHNSON ) Respondent. ) Case No. 11DG- CC00285 )…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Donna took Macee to the dentist that afternoon. Melanie Breeding took Macee to her open house at Miss Debbie’s preschool Monday evening. John and Jo Stephens visited Lyle Bushong on Tuesday. Kevin and Amanda Breeding, Tyler, Gracie, Cody and Carter visited…
Sunday, August 21 Preston Breshears was at our church giving his testimony. Around five months ago he was in a horrific semi accident. Many people would have given up, but Jesus was there through it all. Surviving what Preston did, we know God has a purpose in his life. Remember…
Excitement is building as Champion readies itself for the annual school reunion, the twenty-ninth one according to official sources. There will be many there who have attended most of the reunions and some who will be attending their first one. Sadly, some will not make it this year. Royce Henson…
This Monday noon 85 with a high of 90, we are happy for the cool down the last week or so and here we did get one good rain; looking forward to September and cooler weather. I enjoyed reading Norma Stillings’ news of last week, the hot days and nights…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the Revelation 22:14 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the adult class in Luke 21. We had questions and answers. Joe Lafferty led the offering prayer. Roy Hampton took up the offering, a few of us testified and no birthdays were today. Congregation…
“So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spew thee out of my mouth, ” Revelations 3:16. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after congregational singing. He took prayer request which Pastor David prayed for. He then read Philippians 1:3-11 for the devotion and dismissed…
Tuesday of last week Doris Haynes came for a lovely visit. Years ago Fred and Doris Haynes were members of the National Farmer’s Organization (NFO) as well as Willie and me, and we were all dairy farmers. We had some busy and great times for a few years trying to…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer and led us in some congregational songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson. We sure enjoyed his teaching. Sylvia Fleetwood gave a birthday offering. We wish her many more. Several specials were sung. Our sympathy goes out to the…
Well, I want to start out by praising the Lord for my church and my Brothers and Sisters in Christ all over. During Wednesday night Bible study we have been studying out of the book of Genesis. We had 21 people attend our Bible study. Sunday morning we started out…
It was a wonderful Lord’s Day and we began with singing and again asking for help for those still in need, and there continues to be so many on that list. We’re thankful for good reports, those back after an absence and new additions to our congregation, we are so…
Good Monday morning! I hope everyone had a good week. Seems like the days and weeks just fly and now August is almost gone and it only just started. We had good services with Dyanna bringing the message; our lesson was informative from St. Matthew. Last week we studied of…
James and Linda Orick visited their niece and nephew, Connie and John Siler. We appreciate Connie for all she does for us. Donna Loveland visited Shelli Marler and Donna’s sister, Carolyn. Misty Bettis and Chris Wilkerson had a very nice wedding shower at Garrison Church Sunday. They received real nice…
Hello from our home to your home. Our activities during the past week have been especially busy with all the preparations for our Golden Age Games coming up in October. Our theme is camping and to get us in the mood, a film was shown about camping. Wall paintings have…
Sunday school began with a good morning from Bro. Marshall. We sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Sister Alice. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 3:1-4. Bro. Dallas began Sunday school with prayer. Bro. Dallas reviewed last weeks lesson from Acts…
A very nice morning, this Tuesday morning, August 30. Seems this summer has had a lot of natural disaster. Glad “Irene” wasn’t any worse, still it did a lot of water and wind damage. My daughter, Patty Stephens, of Galena came down Thrusday. We took a drive down to Hodson…
The 4th Sunday Singing was held at Dogwood Nazarene Church, August 28 from 2-4 p.m. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Michael Peebles opened with prayer; song books were distributed and collected by Freeman Porter. There were 75 present and 38 songs were shared. The next Fourth…
Psalm 139:23-24 “Search me oh God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” We had very good services Sunday. Bro. Benny Dewitt brought us a good sermon from Mark 9:14-29…
Hello friends, we are now into our fourth week of study about what the apostle Peter said in 2 Peter 1:3, that God has given believers all things that pertain to life and godliness, and we have tied that truth with what Jesus said, that we should seek the kingdom…
Sunday, August 28 was the tenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 19:41, in which Jesus weeps over Jerusalem: ” If thou hadst known at least in this thy day the things which belong unto thy peace!” In this passage…
I went to church at Noble on Sunday morning to help with the music. Sunday night was our singing night at Walnut Grove and we enjoyed several good specials and some good congregational songs as well. We are saddened at the news of Ronnie Fleetwood’s passing away. We are praying…
As we came together on our Lord’s Day, we stood to read our devotional from Philippians 1. Prayer requests were given for Warren McKee, John & Heather Hampton, Rick Crum, who is in Oregon visiting family, Gail Adams, having surgery, our nation, leaders, military and, as always, our service today…
First of all I’ve got to retract something I wrote last week. It is about the Peckerwood Hollow slab. It was put in in the early 1940′s. Dick and I were in town Tuesday and we stopped for a visit with Helen Dobbins on our way home. I visited with…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a good weekend and found a cool place to be in the heat. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. There sure seem to be a lot of sickness…
Claude Robertson visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson last week. Great granddaughter, Kylie Loftin, also came by for a visit with Tom and Jewell. Norma Stillings got word from Chalmer Hendrix of Riverbank, California that his brother, Virgil Hendrix, had died. Several members of the Hendrix and Rogers families had…
August 29th – We’ve been having some beautiful fall-like weather; even though one day got up to a heat index of 100 or more. They said we were under a heat advisory and let a lot of the schools out early. Then before the day was over the temps started…
We finished our Sunday school quarter with the book of Ruth and begin a new quarter next week, so if you were waiting to come because you didn’t want to be in the middle of a series, next Sunday we’ll start off on a whole new subject. We began morning…
