We are being blessed with a nice, slow rain today. It’s just what we needed. I’m grateful that we are not experiencing earth quakes or tornado weather like they are in Oklahoma. I visited with my daughter-in-law today on the phone. I asked her if they had been affected by…
Carl and Joan Fletcher of Bois D’arc visited with Billy Fletcher this week. Tom and Jewell Johnson are getting along quite well for a couple in their nineties. They have a lot of help from their sons, Lowell and Larry. Lowell stays with them and Larry goes in and out…
10-13-2011 – Happy Halloween! Boo! My costume consists of a pair of really long fake eyelashes that I got on clearance after Halloween last year. I don’t get any trick or treaters here where I live. I’ve been seeing a lot of people, kids and dogs in costume on television.…
Praise the Lord. He has sent us some much needed rain. This last Sunday we only held morning services because the pastor had to travel to Poplar Bluff for an associational meeting. Our morning worship opened with specials by Barnetta McNiece, Jake, Joe and Lola Mayberry, and Gary Martin, The…
During Wednesday night Bible study we continued our study over Genesis. We had 11 attend Bible study. We started out Sunday morning with prayer requests before dismissing to Sunday school. Our attendance for the adults Sunday school was 14 and our lesson was John, chapter 3. Six were in attendance…
Bro. Dan opened up im prayer then led us in some congregational singing. The childrenn took up the penny march. Linna Rae Fleetwood gave a birthday offering. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We sure enjoyed his teachings. Bro. Garry Hall preached a good message from Phil.…
After beginning services with singing, our prayer request list was very long. Some are gaining, others continue to need more treatment, many bereaved, please pray for all these needs. We were especially glad to have visitors in our morning service, welcome to all. Several from Mt. Tabor Church and community…
It sure gets easy not to write the column, but not much exciting news going on the past several weeks. They say news goes if you telephone, telegraph or tell a woman. I think all our electronic equipment has took most people’s time up. People don’t phone, mostly text They…
Hello from our home to your home it has been a busy place here all week. It always is the first week of the month. Our activities directors has the new calendar to post and seasonal decorations to put up for our enjoyment and many decisions to make along with…
It’s raining lightly this Monday morning as I write this, but not cold at all. Where does time go? Almost a week of November gone already. I made my fall trip to Moberly on the 24th of October and spent a week with Debbie, Shelby, Jamie, Devin and girls. Got…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Suffering Saints, II Thess. 1:3-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison, Raymond…
Well hello to all my friends and neighbors. I do believe winter is on it’s way. Maybe it’s just me but I’m having a hard time keeping warm. We had good services at Frye Church this morning. We had several visitors. I hope they all come back and become part…
Not much news to share this time. Eva White called on Saturday as she wasn’t aware of the horse incident just down the road and wanted more details. Eva is doing fine. Ron Boeddeker called that he was heading to Missouri on Nov. 4th – his birthday, bringing quite a…
I had lots of trick or treaters Monday night. We didn’t count them, but gave out 15 bags of candy. Diana Davis came and helped give it out. Reece, Quin, Megan, Macee, Challa, Axle, Dominick, Cedrick, Ashlyn, Kelly, Emily and Dylan all came by. Butch and Diana Davis, Amy Hill,…
Wednesday Bible study and the young people meeting were enjoyed by all. Bible study teacher is Steve Wilkerson and Chad and Chantelle Emerson are the young people’s teacher. Sunday morning service was simply great. Connie and Leah Lee were in the morning service. They have been having health problems and…
Champions find themselves in pretty good shape to start out the week. With much needed rain on the way, the garden harvest in, winter’s wood in the shed and a little brighter start to every morning with the time change, there is no complaint to be had by anyone around. …
November 6 – Sunday school began with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed all to service. Sis. Laurena Mitchell led us in prayer. Jack read Psalms 32:1-5 for devotion. After Sunday school Happy Birthday was sung to Charlee Lafferty, Janice Lafferty and Jenna Mills. Testimonies were given by Jim Lafferty, Jeff…
It’s Monday again. Seems like time is moving on so fast. I think it rained all night from the way it looks today and the sun is coming out and warming up. The leaves are coming down fast and heavy. Cathy reports that our Sgt. Clifton in Kuwait is calling…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the 16th chapter of Mark 12th verse and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the 7th chapter of St. John for our lesson. We omitted questions and answers because Wilma was ill. She also lost her brother, Elwood Williams. We took up the morning…
Did anybody feel the earthquake last Saturday night? I saw on Facebook that several around here felt it, my granddaughter Danielle said she woke up and the mirror on her dresser was shaking and making a little noise. Bob and I were coming home from Mountain Grove and were probably…
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want,” Psalm 23:1. Pastor David opened Sunday school for Brother Roy Frye after singing by the congregation. Brother Roy had some eye surgery and finished up the Sunday school. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. Please pray for Betty Satterfield, Ernest…
The ladies met for their Bible Study, Thursday morning. They are doing a study that was written by Stormie Omartian, “The Power of a Praying Life.” One of the keys to a successful prayer life is in maintaining a right heart. Another key, that is being studied this week, is…
I went to church with Bob and Linda Sunday morning and I rested Sunday night while they went back to church. We had some gusts of wind the other night that fell a dead tree down. It went down on some power lines and I was out of power for…
Our menu for this week is Monday, November 14—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, potatoes, peas, pudding. Tuesday, November 15—Biscuits and gravy, sausage, egg, fruit. Wednesday, November 16—Chicken and dumplings, peas and carrots, coleslaw, peaches. Thursday, November 17—Hot ham and cheese sandwich, vegetable soup, salad, ice cream. Friday, November 18—Turkey and dressing, mashed…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday night and she said had went to church. George and Violet Blakey dropped by last Monday while they were in town. My only trick or treaters were Johnathan, Annie and Alexia, Cathy, Tyler and Kayla. I had given the other kids their treats earlier.…
The Ava Area Animal Welfare League Junior (AAAWLJ) met September 22nd for the beginning of the school term organizational meeting. Members in attendance were Karen Davis, Brandy Johnson, Kacie Abels, Mikel Smith, Ali Hall, Barbara Andrus, Paul McKee, and Mary Chipps. Everyone was asked to sign in and provide their…
By Mindy Crandall Veteran’s Day is Friday! A day that all should commemorate on the eleventh hour. Every American citizen has earned the freedom that has and will continue to be gained through the acts of brave soldiers who choose to protect our dearly beloved country. Great sacrifices should be…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Michael Lawson, a single person and Etta Mecke, a single person, by their Deed of Trust dated December 28, 2006, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office for Douglas County, Missouri, in Book 459 at Pages 63-69, conveyed to Daniel P. Wade, Trustee, the following described…
NOTICE OF FILING OF CANDIDACY The City of Ava, Missouri will hold a Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, for the purpose of filing the following elective offices: East Ward Alderman West Ward Alderman The filing for offices opens at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 13, 2011. The filing…
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, November 14: 1.Pancakes, Fresh Fruit, Milk…
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. * * * Ozarks Property Rights Congress meeting, 4th Thursday night of every month at the Hayloft in Mtn.…
A Vanzant man who wrecked the car he was driving on the night of Nov. 1 left the scene with a 5-year-old child in the car. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Matthew A. Allman, 30, was southbound on Highway 95, four miles north of Vanzant, when he lost control…
In honor of all those who have served or are serving with the military forces of our nation, the Snoop this week gives way to the President’s proclamation of Veterans Day 2011. Whether you are among those who have the day off from work, or if you are one of…
If Douglas County residents didn’t receive their monthly payments from the Social Security Administration, 11.8 percent of total personal income in the county would be lost, a total of $38,811,234 in 2009. Douglas County is more dependent on Social Security payments than is the rest of the country. Nationally, 5.5…
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, during November law day, Circuit Judge John Moody sentenced three individuals to prison on Douglas County offenses. Stanley Lakey, 46, Ava, was sentenced to two years in prison for DWI-persistent offender for a traffic stop that occurred on April 28, 2011. Michael Spicer, 32, of Mtn.…
Elwood Williams, 68 years passed to heaven on Nov. 3, 2011 at his home in Ava, Mo. Elwood was born March 20, 1943 in Douglas County, Mo., to Lloyd and Bertha (Stillings) Williams. Elwood was employed by Fasco as a die caster for several years. He liked to play bingo…
Velora Lorene Loper, 72 years, passed away on Nov. 5, 2011 at her home in Ava, Mo. Velora was born July 23, 1939 in Maries County, Mo., to Melvin Wayne and Ruby Geraldine (Barnett) Moreland. On Aug. 28, 1955, Velora and Billy Gene Loper were united in marriage in St.…
Rosco William Ehrhardt was born May 11, 1923 in Ravenden, Ark., to Sam and Rebecca Ehrhardt and departed for his heavenly home and to join his cherished wife Claire on Nov. 2, 2011. Rosco was the oldest boy born to a family of 10 children in Arkansas. He moved to…
Norman Eugene Duckworth, 83 years, 9 months, and 20 days old, passed to heaven on Nov. 3, 2011 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Norman was born Jan. 14, 1928 in Toledo, Mo., to Homer and Lizzie (Daves) Duckworth. Norman lived most of his life in the Ava…
Orie Leroy Bowcott, 60 years, passed away on Nov. 1, 2011 at his home in Ava. Orie was born June 22, 1951 in the state of Illinois to William and Virginia (Phillips) Bowcott. Orie lived most of his life in the Ava and Squires area. He served in United States…
This year’s top tip is to watch out for the hunter in the mirror. By Jim Low, MDC JEFFERSON CITY — As the Show-Me State’s most popular hunting season approaches, self-help tops the list of safety tips from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). Approximately 500,000 hunters will take part…
ROLLA – Mark Twain National Forest will have free day use at recreation areas operated by US Forest Service on Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 13, as well as free camping on Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12. This is being offered in honor of US military personnel,…
On Oct. 7 residents of Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center traveled to Cabool High School to compete in the 16th annual Missouri Health Care Association District IV Golden Age Games. Heart of the Ozarks residents brought back the Spirit Cup Award for the seventh year in a row, The…
An early morning house fire last Thursday morning claimed the life of an Ava man. Elwood Williams, 68, was found in the living room of his Ava home, located in the 100 block of SW 4th Ave., by personnel with the City of Ava Volunteer Fire Department. The fire department…
The cross country state championships were held at Oak Hills Golf Center At Hough Park in Jefferson City on Saturday, Nov 4. Despite the forecast of 68 degrees and sun, Mother Nature changed her woman’s mind and dished out a bone chilling 39-degree wind chill, overcast skies and 35 mile-per-hour…
November Students of the Month Recognized November Students of the Month were recognized at the luncheon meeting of the Ava Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Nov. 8. This month’s meeting was hosted by Bethany Baptist Church and the program featured the Ozark Medieval Fortress, a castle in the making…
To Satisfy Demands of DNR Much of Tuesday night’s Ava City Council Meeting focused on the sewer system – not the residential issue on the northeast side of town that affects a few, but the city’s wastewater treatment plant that serves the entire city. Mike Pessina, from the firm of…
In an attempt to sell Americans on his second stimulus proposal, President Obama staged yet another campaign-style speech this week – this time, in front of a Washington, D.C. bridge in need of repairs just like so many other bridges and roadways nationwide.x Unfortunately, what the President conveniently failed to…
District wide student enrollment has reached over 426. During the first week, average daily attendance has exceeded 250 students. The Bears Den program runs from after school until 6:20 when buses leave campus. Student fees are on a sliding scale based on free/reduced lunch status: $1 daily fee for full…
The Ava Bears and Lady Bears will be tipping-off their season with a pre-season scrimmage and night of fun on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 5:30 p.m. in the high school gym. The freshmen, JV and varsity boys and girls will be having a pre-season scrimmage, plus there will be an…
At last week’s meeting, members enjoyed meeting Brenda Hambelton who presented a very good program on blood pressure program for us. Each member received a free blood pressure check and tips to keep it at a healthy level. We were scheduled for a Terrific Kids Presentation today at 2:30 at…
Missouri’s Youth Deer Season was held over the weekend of Nov. 5 and 6. This season gave kids ages 6 through 15 a two-day season to hunt before the regular firearms deer season. Statewide there were 16,390 deer harvested by youth this year. This is up 3,135 deer from the…
We haven’t said much about it for fear that the superstitious would think we jinxed him, but heading into the final week of football, Ava junior Kyle Clinkingbeard was the leading rusher in southwest Missouri–by a wide margin. After week nine, Clinkingbeard had carried 251 times for 1,825 yards, an…
Dusty Lynn Wolfenbarger, 30 years, 6 months, and 20 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 29, 2011 at Cedarcreek, Mo. Dusty was born April 9, 1981 in Springfield, Mo., to Gary and Colleen Marie (McCoy) Dobbs. Dusty lived most of her life in the Ava area. She was employed…
Carval Max Roberts, 58 years, 9 months, and 0 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 28, 2011 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Max was born January 28, 1953 in Paris, Tenn., to Dorsie and Mary Elna (Simpson) Roberts. On July 8, 1972, Max and Linda Aid were…
Donald Ray (Don) Mathes was born June 24, 1944, at Crossroads, Mo., the only son of Ralph and Ethel Albright Mathes. He rode into the sunset of eternity from his home near Ava, Mo., Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. After graduation from Ava…
Orie Bowcott, 60, died Tuesday in his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava.…
Photographic exhibit honors Missourians who died in military service in Afghanistan and Iraq. War heroes from World Wars I and II and Missourians who have died in military service in Afghanistan and Iraq since 9/11 are being honored through Nov. 11 at the Ozark County Historium on the square in…
Royce and Rita Fugate recently honored Royce’s father, Charles “Ted” Fugate, with a donation to the Ozarks Small Business Incubator (OzSBI). Ted grew up in Pomona during the 1930s and worked as a young man at Richard’s Brother Grocery stores both in Pomona and West Plains. During the forties, he…
Any thoughts the Ava Bears had about extending their football season came to a decisive end last Friday night at Mountain Grove. The Panthers jumped out to a 26-0 halftime lead and continued to pour it on in the second half, handing the Bears a 40-6 pounding. Ava’s only score…
By Tori Reagan, FFA Member On Oct. 19-21, 13 Ava FFA members and two advisors traveled to National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. Those attending were Amber Miller, Tori Reagan, Tracey Greene, Brittney Dixon, Ciara Fossett, Kayte Aid, Esther Johnson, Ashton Davis, Katie Hicks, Tiffany Hicks, Ashtin Stillings, James Elijah,…
On Oct. 26, 2011, Ava FFA hosted a Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Blood Drive in the Performing Arts Center. All the blood collected by the CBCO stays locals and supports 38 hospitals in southern Missouri, northwest Arkansas and southeast Kansas. All blood and blood products transfused to patients…
Adoption Is a Family Value A family is never closer (or more challenged) than when a new family member enters the picture. For millions of Americans, this means bringing an adopted child into the warm, caring environment of a new home. November is National Adoption Month, and it is also…
Diverging Diamond Interchange Coming to Branson Drivers using the Route 248 bridge over Route 65 in Branson will have to get used to driving on the left-hand side of the road for a short distance when a reconstruction project is completed before Thanksgiving, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. The…
Will Compete at State on Saturday Five of the six Ava runners turned in their best times of the season to earn the Class 2 District 6 cross country title. Junior Christina Shortt took the lead at the mile-and-a-half mark and never looked back, winning 1st place in the 5-kilometer…
On Nov. 2, Douglas County Sheriff Chris Degase distributed 85 coats to the local schools in Douglas County. Some of the money for the coats was raised during a softball tournament the sheriff hosts every year and the remainder was from donations. Sheriff Degase said the number of coats distributed…
The tragedy that hit Joplin last spring was devastating for that area. But what many don’t realize is that the effect of the Joplin tornado reached into this region as well, as supplies available to local food pantries were greatly diminished. Ozarks Food Harvest that helps provide staples for Heart…
Bradleyville School will be hosting a Veterans’ celebration at 1 p.m. on Nov. 11. Each and every person who has served or is serving in the military is encouraged to attend this program. The school also invites you to bring any family members or friends who would like to come.…
Wow! November has arrived and although we may have some more nice days, there are times when there is a definite chill in the air! Many stores already have Christmas displays, so the holidays will be here before we know it. Several members had other things going last week and…
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received a call Sunday that a burglary was in progress and the intruder was still in the house. Deputy James Gilbert was dispatched and while responding was advised the subject, identified as Sean Roberson, 23, of Springfield, had exited the residence by jumping through a…
On Saturday night, Oct. 22, just before midnight, Douglas County Sheriff Chris Degase was assisting Taney and Christian counties with a pursuit that was expected to enter Douglas County. While maintaining surveillance at around 11:30 p.m., Degase observed a pickup turn off from Lemming Road on the county line between…
Changes have been made in structure of project to make it more family-friendly. The month of November brings with it many holiday traditions and in Douglas County one of those traditions is the “Angel Tree.” This program was begun by the Ava Area Chamber of Commerce and has had many…
JEFFERSON CITY – Some lucky person will get an extra Christmas present as part of an awareness campaign to discourage distracted driving across the state. The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety has teamed with up with KRCG-TV and Joe Machens Ford to sponsor “Focus on the Road” which includes a…
Ceremony held in historic Stone Chapel SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Nathan Watson, of Ava, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in English and Secondary Education. Watson earned a degree from Drury University during its summer diploma presentation. Eighty undergraduates joined 94 graduate students at the ceremony held in historic Stone Chapel…
COLUMIBIA, Mo. –– The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program assistance to landowners affected by recent Missouri River flooding. EWP is the USDA’s primary method of providing financial and technical assistance for repairing measures damaged by floods and other…
A public-private partnership will determine the practicality of once again restocking grouse. JEFFERSON CITY – Jason Isabelle wants to know if the ruffed grouse has a future in Missouri. The Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation (QUWF) wants to help Isabelle answer that question, and other states are watching. Isabelle’s duties…
25 Years Ago October 30, 1986 As this issue of the Douglas County Herald goes to press the newspaper completes 100 years of continuous publication and begins Year 101. A large turnout is not expected for next Tuesday’s general election but for the candidates and others directly involved, the…
A time to honor our military heroes and take pride in their service, sacrifice and commitment. But, most of all, it’s our duty to say thanks. By Sue Curry Jones Public holidays are occasions we all anticipate and look forward to each year. We celebrate these special days for a…
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The 14th annual Mountain Grove 8th grade girls basketball tournament and the 2nd annual Mountain Grove 7th grade girls tournament will be held next week. The tournament will be held on Nov. 8, 10, and 11 in the Middle School (7th grade) and High School (8th grade) gyms at Mountain…
Alfred Alvis Thomas, 77, of Wasola, Mo., passed to heaven on Oct. 31, 2011 while working on his farm near Nottinghill. He was born on July 26, 1934 in Wilhoit, Mo., the son of James Kelly and Nancy Genevra (Harley) Thomas. Alvis was a graduate of Gainesville High School. He…
As we continue into our third week of learning to study our Bible, it occurred to me that some dear readers may be asking themselves the same question that I would have asked as a young believer, which is “Wouldn’t it be easier to just make a list of how…
As October’s bright blue skies leave us and November, the 11th month, comes along reminding us winter is on its way. A woodpile is a familiar object, and appreciated as cold days and nights come. Some folks don’t heat with wood anymore, but in the Ozarks, we are more accustomed…
“He came unto his own, and his own received him not.” (John 1:11) Jesus was indeed human on this earth. If he weren’t, this verse would not be in the Gospels. He gave his life to the service of love. That is why he comforted John the Baptist in prison. …
Sunday, October 30 was the nineteenth Sunday after Trinity. It was also the Sunday before All Saints Day and our processional hymn was the wonderful “For all the saints” by the English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ephesians 4:17, in…
Last Weeks News – Sunday morning was opened with the Praise Group doing an awesome job of leading the congregation in singing praise songs. Shelden Walker did a very fine job of playing a special on his guitar. Brother Roberts brought the message from Psalms 90:1-2 and Deuteronomy 4:35, “…
We had a great series of meetings for which we give God the glory. It was a time of revival for our church. For that we are thankful. Prayer requests were many as always for the sick, hurting, widows, lost ones, our nation and leaders. We prayed for Brother Van…
The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated two motor vehicle crashes on Highway K northwest of Ava last week, including a fatal wreck in Webster County. An Ava man, Samuel J. Hill, 28, suffered moderate injuries in a wreck early Friday morning, Oct. 28. The Highway Patrol’s Troop D reported Hill…
Last Weeks News – We are still having beautiful weather here in the Ozarks. I will take it as long as it continues. Dick and I had lunch with Norma Cross and Kenny one day last week. Seth was with them over the weekend. He wasn’t feeling very good. Hope…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope each and everyone had a great weekend. It was kinda busy for everyone in the village as we got ready for Halloween! We send get well wishes to the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy…
The Fall Festival event held at Red Bank Church, Saturday, was enjoyed by a lot of folks. The fried fish, the barbequed hamburgers and the hotdogs were superb. By the time all the foods brought by those that attended were set on the tables; we had a meal that one…
Carl and Joan Fletcher visited with Billy Fletcher, Saturday. Billy Fletcher, Carol Riggs, and Stanley Goodrich went out to the home of Fred and Charlie Lindberg, Sunday to attend a birthday celebration for Doris Holman. Norma Stillings visited at the Heart of the Ozarks, Tuesday afternoon and Saturday morning. She…
10-24-11 – Well, here we are again. I forgot about Columbus Day so I didn’t get my letter in the mail in time for it to make the paper. The weather is still back and forth. Right now it’s forth which I like much better. It’s 48 degrees at 9:20…
From our Sunday school lesson on the beatitudes to the morning worship service we started off this past Lord’s Day well and it just got better. Dr. Sam Evans, our medical missionary to the Philippines was with us and gave a message from I Corinthians 3, encouraging us to be…
We started out our week at New Hope with Wednesday Bible study. We had 11 people attend services. I want to make special note of a few people that had special days this last week. Happy Anniversary to Bro. Gary and Sis. Terri and Happy Birthday to Miley who just…
Sunday school opened with prayer. Dan led the singing. The little ones took up the penny march. Bro. Garry and Sis. Donna had an anniversary. Bro. Darrel taught a good lesson in Luke. We had good church. Bro. Hall preached out of I Kings, chapter 17. His text was, “If…
Following congregational singing, there were many requests for our friends and loved ones, the bereaved, the lost, those facing surgery, thankfulness for those recovering. We were glad to have Ruby Smith and Mae Cox back after a few weeks absence. Brother Dennis read Acts 17:16, speaking about the unknown Gods.…
Douglas and Ozark Counties RTA members Marie Bristol, Norma Stillings, Betty Moore, Julane Williams, Teri Hall, Virginia Parsley, Ida Mae Huse, and Caryl Feiler attended the Region 10 Fall meeting of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association and Public School Personnel (MRTA) at St. John’s Cancer center Friday, October 28. Webster…
Today, Monday is another beautiful autumn day in our Ozarks and I appreciate every one we are afforded. I’m not looking forward to winter even though it can be beautiful too. I guess it makes us look forward to spring. I visited by phone with good friend Hester who was…
Last Weeks News – Hello from our home to your home. We have started a new jig-saw puzzle on the puzzle table. This is the first one started since the Golden Age Games. It looks like a good one and will proably be on the table for a few weeks for…
Opening prayer to start our Sunday service was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday school we studied about “Living As God’s People.” We cannot live the Christian life without the wisdom of God. Happy Birthday wishes went out to little Blaze Marin. It was so good to see Joie Welker…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Woodrow Coonce took over as superintendant. Prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was, Getting Along Together In The Local Church, I Thess. 5:12-24 taught by Bro. Raymond Haden. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang a song. Specials…
As of today October has come and gone and we’re going into November. I suppose we will be seeing a little snow as they did 100 years ago I read in lastweeks 100 years ago items. We saw Colorado had a good snowfall over the weekend. I have my candy…
Hello, I hope you have enjoyed the beautiful colors of nature that God has given us this year. Just the drive home from work has shown us some amazing views. Many people have tried to paint and photograph such scenery, but no one can truly capture God’s work of art.…
My telephone, mailbox and computer were busy last week with so many wonderful birthday wishes. This is in addition to a birthday party at the Chriss’ home a week ago and then Rex and Arlene taking me to Nakato’s Steakhouse for supper. I still can’t wear shoes. Good thing I…
Happy Birthday November 4th to Dominick Bristol, November 5th to Chase Dodson, Melanie Breeding the 19th and Kendra Iott the 23rd. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Rheba Pool came by also. Gene and Rheba Pool and Lonnie Pool went to Springfield Tuesday to visit Darren Pool.…
Greeting in the name of the Lord. Sunday morning services, God has blessed us with another beautiful day. Prayer requests were asked for Larry Chance, Zelda Graham, Becky Burton, Reba N. Let us also remember the Linda Roberts family who lost a husband, father, and grandfather and we the church…
Last Weeks News – When Champions get in the mood to celebrate, they do it right. The weather was perfect for the occasion and the crowds came pouring in. The Western entry to the square was cordoned off to vehicular traffic and auxiliary parking was made available in a nice…
October 19 – We sang our openning hymn Wednesday evening at Caney. Bro. Jeff Shipley welcomed all. He took prayer requests. Bro. Jim Lafferty led in prayer. Jeff asked the question, “Why?” He read Romans 8:28, and several out of Acts. Things happen and we ask, “Why but some where…
This is a beautiful Monday. The warm sunshine feels good. Daylight Savings Time ends on next Sunday for once. I will be ready for that time. The dark mornings are too long for me. The leaves are falling and lots everywhere. The trees are taking on beautiful color this year.…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the 22nd chapter of Matthew verses 36-40, and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught our lesson in the 6th chapter of St. John. We had our questions and answers. Ronnie Thomas still is trying to ask the hardest questions. He does a pretty good…
The fall colors of the timber have been absolutely spectacular this year. There was one or two days when they were at the peak of color. I was driving home from work last Wednesday and they were just so brightly colored and beautiful it was hard to concentrate on driving…
“The harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few, pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth laborers into his harvest,” Luke 10;2. We had a wonderful day in the Lord as we honored Pastor David with an apprecation dinner. We appreciate all who…
Dan Stillings sang a special song before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message from 1 Kings 17:1-24 on “Elijah’s example for the 21st Century Christian.” All who serve God will undergo testing and trials. Each trial prepares you for something down the road. That something may be financial difficulties or…
Sunday was a busy and enjoyable day. I went with Bob and Linda to visit Bob and Susie at their church at Mtn. Grove. We also went to hear a singing group at Church of the Living God on Sunday night. Jackie and Dusti of Lebanon visited Bob and Linda…
The OATS bus route is Ava to Springfield the first Monday each month; Douglas County to Springfield the third Monday; rural Douglas County to Ava second, third and fourth Mondays; Ava to adjoining counties second and fourth Tuesday; and south Ava to Ava on every Wednesday and Friday each month. …
Sunday morning found us in the Word and the scripture was from Matt.18:1-14. Jesus talked about keeping our priorities straight, watching so we don’t stumble and are not a stumbling block to others and to help others and ourselves away from those temptations. He also talks about leaving the 99…
Moe and Kaylynn Todd came down Friday afternoon to her grandmother’s, Bonnie Phipps, and then they all went over to see Cecilia Edwards for a while and that evening the Todds went back home. Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening to Bonnie’s and stayed until Saturday afternoon with her mother…
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…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Estate of: ) JAMES DONALD RASCH SR, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG-PR00051 ) Notice of Letters of Administration Granted (Independent Administration) To All Person Interested in the Estate of JAMES DONALD RASCH, SR, Decedent: On OCTOBER 31,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, James A. Morris and Kerry Morris, as husband and wife, grantors, by their deed of trust dated August 30, 2010, and recorded on September 2, 2010, Book/Instrument #101291, Pages 1 through 7, in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Douglas County, Missouri, conveyed…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: David L Brown and Mildred Brown, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by David L Brown and Mildred Brown, Husband and Wife dated December 22, 2006 and recorded in the Office of…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the Interest of: ) Averick B. Finch, a male juvenile, ) DOB: June 17, 2008 ) Cause No. 11DG-JU00035 ) THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO: AVERY SIMON FINCH You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against…
The 26th annual Miller-Hall Reunion was held on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at the Ava Community Center. There were 49 family members and friends enjoying the day. Margaret Rosseau was spokesperson for the day. Bro. Bob Miller asked the blessing before a delicious potluck lunch was served. It was discussed…
Lorene Maloney was in Branson the past week where she met up with nine of her cousins who were staying at the Comfort Inn. John and Bonnie Rippee of Midland, Michigan, Wayne and Onala Rippee of Marion, Michigan, Ruth and Rod Werth of Russellville, Kentucky, Emma Jean and Ben Dougherty…
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, November 7: 1. French Toast Sticks,…
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. * * * Ozarks Property Rights Congress meeting, 4th Thursday night of every month at the Hayloft in Mtn.…
Harlan Dale Davis, 68 years, 2 months, and 9 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 20, 2011, in Ava, Mo. Harlan was born Aug. 11, 1943 in Yakima, Wash., to Clifton Dale and Lela (Shinpaugh) Davis. Harlan lived most of his life in the Ava area. He worked as…
Tinsley Rae Sanderson, infant, 4 hours and 42 minutes old, passed to heaven on Oct. 24, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Tinsley was born Oct. 24, 2011 in Springfield, Mo., to Robert “Bobby” Sanderson and Brenna Boyd. Tinsley is survived by her parents, Brenna L. Boyd and Robert…
Donald Ray (Don) Mathes, 67, of Ava, passed away Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, at his home south of Ava. He was born June 24, 1944, at Crossroads, Mo. Memorial services will be conducted at the Ava Family Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, Oct. 28, at 1 p.m. Private interment will…
Brother Dominic Pitagora was born to Anthony and Amelia Pitagora on May 31, 1928 in Detroit, Mich. At that time, his given name was Robert. Brother Dominic passed from this life into the waiting arms of the Lord, Oct. 24, 2011 at the age of 83 at his home, Assumption…
By Mindy Crandall Life in the late 1800′s was much different from today. It was a time of “big change” and the start of the industrial revolution. Most families farmed for a living here in Missouri. People were beginning to understand the sting of pain from war, the hardships in…
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Don Stillings of Anaheim, California and his great uncle, Don Putnam, of Thousand Oaks, California came to Ava for a three day visit with family members in this area. While here, they visited with Don Stillings’s mother, Norma Stillings, brother, Dan Stillings, nephew, Alan Stillings, his dad, Stanley Stillings, and…
My sympathy to the families of Judy Orwick Boykin and Eddie Berry. John and Jo Stephens attended Judy’s funeral. Melanie Breeding was home sick on Monday. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here several days this week. I had a phone call from Juanita Kazinske of Illinois on Thursday. Regan…
Ocotber 12 – Wednesday evening service at Caney began with singing. We had a time of special appreciation for three special prayers that have been answered just the past few days. Bro. Bill was our leaders tonight. We have still lots more prayere we are asking God to answer. Bro.…
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. * * * Folk Mountain Gospel Concert, Saturday, Oct. 22, 6 p.m. Ava Adventist Church on hill across from…
Will Ava’s Season End Friday Night? After playing nine games of the 10-game schedule, Ava’s football season comes down to one game, that being Friday night at Mountain Grove. The Bears traveled to Rogersville last Friday night and suffered a 41-19 loss to the state ranked Wildcats. With the loss,…
Hartville Elementary School once again helped the Wright County Children’s Home raise money for their Annual Auction. “Kids Helping Kids” is an event that was started last year in which all Wright County Schools are asked to support the fundraising event in some way. Mark Piper, Hartville Elementary Principal, conducted…
Edward J. Hamill, state executive director, Farm Service Agency, announced effective Oct. 17, 111 Missouri counties (including Crawford, Phelps, Dent, Texas, Reynolds, Shannon, Howell, Oregon, Douglas and Ozark) and the independent city of St. Louis in Missouri will have FSA disaster loans available due to drought and excessive heat which…
Halloween is one of America’s most popular holidays in terms of decorations and money spent, second only to Christmas, and the third largest in terms of parties, behind Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Yet the day holds no significance in terms of recognition as an official holiday and it is…
The building was packed for the first Jam Dandy Recording Studio talent contest on Oct. 8. More than 160 people came to cheer on the talent and vote for their favorite contestant. With first place valued at over $1,300, all contestants were at their best. Each contestant sang two songs.…
Greetings from your State Capitol. Once again we have arrived at the Capitol to continue the Special Session. The House of Representatives have tried to complete the items that the Governor wanted to accomplish during this Special Session. We have accomplished all of the proposals and have sent them to…
SIKESTON-Work to replace the Route OO bridge over Lick Creek in Ozark County has been postponed to accommodate the contractor’s schedule. Construction is now expected to begin Monday, Nov. 7, weather permitting. A temporary bypass will be in use as improvements are under way. Completion is anticipated in mid-January. Improvements…
Upon stopping by Kindall Store this week, I could tell that it has been a busy spot in the neighborhood. Especially since so many have been coming out to look over the fall foliage. I purchased a couple of Charley Brindley’s books. Charley is the gentleman who purchased the store…
The last two days have been so nice. I love these bright days. They’re better for seeing. When the nurse came yesterday and dressed my sore leg, it finally showed some improvement. I was so thankful. My right knee has acted up but is doing better. So nice not to…
Laura Farewell may be the only one of our neighbors still enjoying fresh tomatoes right from the vine. She had the foresight to plant her tomatoes in tubs this year, and a few weeks ago, when the first signs of fall appeared, she moved them into her greenhouse. Right away,…
At approximately 6 a.m., Oct. 19, members of the South Central Drug Task Force, in coordination with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Phelps County Sheriff’s Department, and Rolla Police Department, concluded a long-term narcotics investigation in Phelps County. Over approximately 18 months, officers with the South Central Drug Task Force,…
WILLOW SPRINGS – Route 5 in Wright County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews partially overlay the roadway. The section of roadway is located from Route TT to Route 38. Work will be performed Monday, Oct. 31, through Friday, Nov. 4, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,…
JEFFERSON CITY–Results of Missouri’s annual statewide quail population survey give quail hunters little to rejoice about. However, bobwhites are holding their own in some areas and making gains in others where landowners and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) have made quail management a priority. One way the agency tracks…
A new YouTube video shows how to “bag it, notch it, tag it and check it.” Free permit protectors are available from conservation agents and MDC offices. JEFFERSON CITY–With the November firearms deer season on the horizon, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters of changes to deer and…
The Wright County Retired Teachers group met on Tuesday, Oct. 18, at the Senior Citizen Building in Mtn. Grove. The Norwood Senior High School Choir from Norwood School entertained the senior citizen group and the retired teachers before the meeting began. Sharon Marler had set up the date with Lisa…
The Ava Lions Club will hold its 70th annual Halloween Costume Contest on the Ava square next Monday night, Oct. 31. The Lions Club has announced that the festivities will begin at 5 p.m., with businesses open from 5 to 6 for young trick-or-treaters. The Lions Costume Contest in the…
The Douglas County Historical Society met Monday, Oct. 17, at the Douglas County Museum. President Pat Carmichael called the meeting to order. Sharon read the treasurer’s report and the minutes of the September meeting and they were approved. Marilyn gave a report on the 1937 DVD of Ava and Pat…
Child Pedestrian Deaths Double on Halloween Night On a potentially dangerous night of the year for child pedestrians, Safe Kids USA and FedEx urge parents to prepare children to act safely and drivers to take extra precautions. On average, twice as many kids are killed while walking on Halloween compared…
Ava High School’s Fall Renaissance Assembly was held Tuesday afternoon in the Performing Arts Center to recognize students’ academic achievements for the spring semester of the 2010-11 school year. Announced at the afternoon assembly were winners of White Cards, Blue Cards and Gold Cards, based on students’ grade point average,…
A Check on the Debt One of the worst things that can happen from a heated national debate over our national spending and debt is… nothing. We cannot afford to let this opportunity go to waste as a chance to reform the fiscal position of the United States. Our children…
A 4-year-old child who fell from a moving vehicle was airlifted to Cox South Hospital in Springfield Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 18. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that Heath E. Kirklin, 4, was a passenger in a 1990 Chevrolet pickup driven by Heath E. Kirklin, 28, of Ava. It was…
Ladies from Douglas and Ozark counties met Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church basement for D.O.W. Achievement Day. Ladies from Wright County were hostesses for the event. The program theme was “Come Under the Sea With Us.” The room ceiling was decorated with brightly colored…
On Monday, Oct. 24, the Ava Lady Bears pulled out yet another win at their own home meet, beating Sparta and Mountain Grove to claim the first place plaque. No personal records were set on the grueling 5-kilometer course, and with temperatures well into the 80s it was all the…
Key Agriculture Investments Are Vital To Job Creation Nationwide With the nation focused on private sector job creation and looking for Washington to pass policies that will help spur economic development, one of the key areas for continued growth and opportunity in Missouri is the state’s number one industry –…
Starting Tuesday, Nov. 1, Ava R-I School District students, home schooled, and private schooled students are invited to be a part of a new after school program called The Bears Den. The Bears Den is a 21st Century Community Learning Center for all students grades PreK – 12th! The Bears…
Our club actually had two meetings on Thursday, Oct. 20. In our regular noon meeting we welcomed David Williams and October “Citizens of the Month.” They are regularly scheduled to meet on the 4th week, however, scheduling conflicts were forced to reschedule their visit and we enjoyed having them. At…
Ava Drug was featured in the New York Times on Sept. 21, with a story and picture in the A Section and a lead-in picture on the front page of the Times. The lead-in picture was Cecelia Shea, the daughter of Drug Store employee Andrea Shea. Because of the publicity…
(Continued from last week) (As the audit report continues this week we begin with the State Auditor’s statements concerning the operation of the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.) 8. Prosecuting Attorney Controls and Procedures Weaknesses exist in accounting controls and procedures in the Prosecuting Attorney’s office. The Prosecuting Attorney’s office collected approximately…
When ballots were cast for the all-district tournament team following the Class 3, District 10 softball tournament, Ava had almost enough members on the roster to field a team. Eight Lady Bears received all-tournament nods following the tournament here two weeks ago. Four Lady Bears received first team recognition and…
JEFFERSON CITY – Secretary of State Robin Carnahan announced that candidates could begin filing for Feb. 7, 2012, Presidential Preference Primary ballot at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011. Filing will remain open for one month until November 22, 2011. “State law requires that Missouri begin the filing process…
Have you ever wondered what those old silver coins in your coffee can were worth? When was the last time you even pulled out from your closet, basement or attic? Well, now is the time to begin your hunt, because Premiere Antique, Coin & Currency Buyers is coming to Ava…
Free counseling available from CLAIM program JEFFERSON CITY –– With open enrollment for the Medicare prescription drug plan a month earlier than in previous years, the Missouri Department of Insurance is reminding consumers that it offers a free service to help them choose the Medicare plan that best fits their…
The Ava High School Lady Bears volleyball team saw their season come to an end Monday night in the first round of district play at Marshfield. The Lady Bears lost to Bolivar in two games. Semifinals and the championship match were being played Wednesday night.…
Oct. 16, 4:52 a.m., NW 3rd Ave., traffic stop; warning issued. Oct. 16, 2:38 p.m., 800 block NW 3rd Ave., medical assist. Ava Fire Dept. responded. Oct. 16, 3:39 p.m., NE 8th Ave., domestic disturbance. Oct. 16, 3:56 p.m., 800 block NW 3rd Ave., agency assist, check well-being. Oct. 16,…
“No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast shall go up thereon, it shall not be found there, but the redeemed shall walk there,” Isaiah 35:9. My sympathy to the Ray Tidwell family. On Monday I visited with Neil and Eileen McCoy. Tuesday evening Eddie and Linda Sears had…
Still no rain as these items are written and its very dry. Yet rain is in the forecast for this week. I haven’t heard of anyone finding wild grapes this fall. The late pear crop turned out good. They hang on the trees even after the first frosts. It still…
Even the most cynical mind will concede that ‘intelligent design’ probably was behind creation. The correct word is God but some are still tinkering with the idea that some terrestrial being zapped creation here. (It was probably from watching too many science-fiction movies in the 60s.) Mankind has been really…
Sunday, Ocotber 23 was the eighteenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ist Corinthians 1:4, “I thank my God always on your behalf….” This letter was written by St. Paul around 56 A.D. and written from Ephesus to the church at Corinth.…
Sunday morning was opened with the Praise Group doing an awesome job of leading the congregation in singing praise songs. Shelden Walker did a very fine job of playing a special on his guitar. Brother Roberts brought the message from Psalms 90:1-2 and Deuteronomy 4:35, “ What God cannot do…
This week’s menu includes Monday, October 31—Witch’s boiling cauldron of beef, goblin ears of biscuit, sliced heart of beets, mysterious ghostly dessert rounds. Tuesday, November 1—Chicken, baked potato, peas, cake. Wednesday, November 2—Chicken fried steak, potatoes, gravy, green beans, jell-o with fruit. Thursday, November 3—Chili, peanut butter sandwich, salad, ice…
Among prayer requests given were Harold Menzies, Don Smith, Jeannie Cummins, our service today and this week and safety for the hayride. Sonya Hodges prayed this prayer. Our devotional reading was followed by singing and Sunday school classes were held. Brad Siler prayed the offertory prayer as he and Clay…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend. We send get well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved ones. May God bless you in your time…
Last Weeks News – Hello folks. We’re getting a nice, slow rain today; which is wonderful. I hear that our first frost and hard freeze is to take place sometime this week. I’m not looking forward to that, but I’m sure we will have some more beautiful weather to enjoy…
10-17-2011 – As I drink my first cup of coffee I will see if my hand will write a few lines. It usually does what I tell it to. Not much going on around here right now. The farmers are still pickin’ and grinnin’. They’ve got most of their corn…
On Wednesday we had 7 people attend Bible study. We had many prayer requests that we mentioned up to the Lord. On Sunday morning we started out with our prayer requests. We had 15 adults attend Bible school and six children. The adults studied the gospel of John in the…
We trust you enjoyed the glorious Sunday morning we were blessed with this past Lord’s Day. Most of us would be happy if it stayed this way year round, interspersed with enough rain to keep everything green and growing. Miss Branetta McNiece sang and did a special with her Sunday…
Dan opened up in prayer. Dan led the congregation in some singing. Rayonna and Rachael took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 9. Specials were sung by Darrel and Helen, Dan and Janice and Rayonna and Rachael. Bro. Garry played and performed a…
Services began with singing followed by so many prayer requests, praises for those who are improving, sympathy to those who have lost their loved ones. Brother Dennis read from Isaiah 62:1, we must not keep silent when it comes to spreading the gospel. Following church service the church presented Brother…
We are in the second week of ways to study our Bible, which will cover what some folks call “reading the Bible thru”. Last week we learned to lean on the guidance of the Holy Spirit who lives in our hearts for the Bible says He is our teacher. Another…
Hello from our home to your home. We have started a new jig-saw puzzle on the puzzle table. This is the first one started since the Golden Age Games. It looks like a good one and will proably be on the table for a few weeks for all to have a…
Opening prayer was by Doug Miller to start our morning service. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Tradition and Love.” The Bible explores the meaning of love and it glorifies the God given love of Husband and Wife. It also illustrates Christ’s greater love for His bride, the church. Our…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Raymond Haden took over as superintendent. Prayer was given by Sister Janiece Moore. Sunday school lesson was Watching For Christ’s Return, I Thess. 5:1-11 taught by Raymond Haden. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
4th Sunday Singing was held at Happy Home Church, October 23 from 2-4 p.m. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Marshall Yates opened with prayer; song books were distributed/collected by Freeman Porter. There were 27 present and 30 songs were shared. The next 4th Sunday Singing will be…
Well a great big hello to all my friends and nighbors. It’s been a while since I wrote items so I hardly know where to start. To start I had to go to my carodiologist in July and August, so he told me about this device they could implant to…
Missouri Association of General Baptists will hold their 5th Sunday meeting at Mt. Tabor, beginning Friday night at 7 p.m. The theme will be “What Does Jesus Do For Us”. Brother Van Menzies will speak Friday night, 7 p.m., his topic, “Jesus Forgives Our Sins”, Brother David Dodson Saturday at…
Usually I start pecking at the keyboard for this column mid week or so. However, this past week has been different and I have been sort of laid up. There is an old saying that the young can’t seem to remember; that of “when you find a gate open leave…
My sympathy to the Agnes Uhlmann family. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. They and Bryse Dodson, Quin Breeding and Megan Goforth were here Tuesday after school. Melanie Breeding took Quin to see his doctor on Tuesday. Donna went to watch Quin and Bryse play Mighty Mite…
Mid-week service, Ocotber 19, was from Jude, a one chapter book of the Bible, Jude is telling about the false teacher, certain men who have crept in unawares. It admonished us, “Hold to the true faith.” Read the whole chapter, pay special attention to verse 20 and 21 and the…
When Champions get in the mood to celebrate, they do it right. The weather was perfect for the occasion and the crowds came pouring in. The Western entry to the square was cordoned off to vehicular traffic and auxiliary parking was made available in a nice flat Fox Creek Farm…
Wednesday, the 19th of October was the date of the long anticipated Fall Trail Ride organized by Bud Hutchison that begins and ends in Champion. This annual event has been going on for many years. Bud was joined by sixteen other riders on the trail this year: Bill Collins, Gary…
This weather is great after a cold spell midweek. Just in time for my Florida guest to arrive Friday afternoon. Skip and Billie came and we all had a great time. We went to Ava and had dinner at the Hitching Post with Dave and Cathy. Saturday night we all…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read St. John 5:39 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the adult class the 5th chapter of St. John and we all discussed the chapter. That’s when you learn a lot. We had questions and answers and more for next week. Arthur Hampton asked…
We had a busy and great time over the weekend, starting with the Fall Festival at church. The weather was gorgeous, simply a perfect fall day to enjoy all the activities. There was lots of singing, visiting, and a hayride to the pumpkin patch. In the evening we all gathered…
“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord,” I Corinthians 15:58. We will honor Pastor David with an appreciation dinner Sunday, October 30 after the morning worship. Brother…
Several Bethany Baptist Church folks went out on a hayride and cookout at the Corder farm Friday evening. It was a beautiful evening with the temperatures on the cool side, but perfect for kids running around the hay field turned playing field. There was a big pot of Ruby’s “World…
Sundy was our Miller-Hall Reunion. Howard Morris, my nephew from Leeton spent Saturday evening with me. We had a nice visit. I went with Barb, Jack, Miracle, Preston, Connor and William to church on Sunday night. After church, we met Linda, Bob and some friends at McDonalds. Saturday evening a…
Truth and Trust. That’s what Bro. Oren’s message was about this Sunday. He read scriptures from Gen.12:1-13 about the calling of Abraham from God. He spoke truth to Abraham when He told him he would be ruler over many nations. The trust part came from Abraham when God said leave…
October 8th when my granddaughter, Kelsey Blakey, brought me some eggs, she showed me her engagement ring. She is engaged to Dustin Seaborn, but no date has been set for the wedding. Bonnie Phipps is doing just fine but don’t have any news for me this week. Tara and Jettt…
IN THE CIRCUIT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate ) SANDRA RODABAUGH, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG-PR00050 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Small Estate) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Sandra Rodabaugh, Decedent. On October 20, 2011, a small estate affidavit was filed by the…
IN THE CIRCUIT OF OZARK COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate ) RICHARD EARLE SMITH, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 10DG-PR00068 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE REFERENCED ESTATE: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Independent…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION 11 – PROBATE In the Estate of ) JONATHON WAYNE GOODMAN, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG-PR00021 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JONATHON WAYNE GOODMAN, Deceased: You…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: David L Brown and Mildred Brown, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by David L Brown and Mildred Brown, Husband and Wife dated December 22, 2006 and recorded in the Office…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: November 15, 2011 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: (A) Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-2 Multi-family Residential Street location: SE 8th Street Property Owners: Pam Stanifer and Sandy Dietz Legal description: A part of the SE1/4SE1/4 of Section 11,…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: November 15, 2011 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: (A) Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-2 Multi-family Residential Street location: (Parcel 58) 100 SE 8th Street Property Owners: Doug and Margie Ingram and Amy Ingram Legal description: THAT PART OF…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: November 15, 2011 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: A Agriculture Proposed zoning: B-3 General Business District Street location: A parcel of land being located North of SW 13th Avenue and just West of S. Jefferson Street Property…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: November 15, 2011 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: A Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-1 Single-family Residential District Street location: A parcel of land being located North of SW 13th Avenue Property Owners: Fleetwood Enterprises, LLC Legal description: That…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Brandon Dale Russell and Jennifer Ann Russell husband and wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Brandon Dale Russell and Jennifer Ann Russell husband and wife dated May 28, 2004 and recorded in…
NOTICE As required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Ava Housing Authority will hold a meeting, open to the public, to review the PHA Five Year Plan for the year beginning October 1, 2011. The meeting will be held in the Community Room of the Housing…
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 31: 1. Pancakes, Fresh Fruit,…
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. * * * Ozarks Property Rights Congress meeting, 4th Thursday night of every month at the Hayloft in Mtn.…
By River Stillwood I’m back in the airport. This time, Hartsfield-Jackson in Atlanta. Folks are streaming past. A quickstepping human torrent. Literally thousands of strangers headed to or from Whoknowswhere. Business travelers. Casual travelers. Vacationers. There are few children, perhaps because it’s not a holiday weekend and most have school…
Fall landscape changes and the rutting season prompt increased deer activity. By Bill Graham, MDC KANSAS CITY, Mo –– White-tailed deer are on the move as autumn progresses, and that includes crossing highways. Drivers can take steps to reduce the chances of deer-vehicle accidents. Deer encounters near roads increase in…
25 Years Ago October 23, 1986 Sherry Erickson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Erickson is the 1986-87 Homecoming queen of Ava High School. Runners up are Becky French, daughter of Doris French and Lael Streight, daughter of Janet Streight and Carl Streight. Winners in the Saturday Night…
JEFFERSON CITY –– Missouri Public Service Commission has opened a case to investigate alleged telephone call routing and call completion problems in Missouri. Recently, a number of small rural incumbent local telephone companies asked the Commission for such an investigation. Upon receiving the requests to open a case, the Commission…
Informational meeting on funding will be held Oct. 27 at the Ava Performing Arts Center By Sue Curry Jones Budget reductions and modifications for fiscal year 2013 were the central focus of the Ava R-1 School board session last Thursday evening. A basic overview of the school’s economic conundrum was…
MILWAUKEE, Wi. – Healthy and Halloween are not often used in the same sentence. Halloween is usually seen as a time to get dressed up, gather sugary treats, and enjoy the spookiness of the season. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight loss support organization, provides tips…
JEFFERSON CITY – Secretary of State Robin Carnahan today announced that two initiative petitions relating to income, earnings and sales taxes have met state standards for circulation. The ballot title for the first petition reads: Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to: eliminate taxes paid by individuals based on income…
Up to $5,000 in grant funding available through Department of Ag’s Local Foods Matching Grant Program. JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Agriculture announced today that funding is available for urban and rural organizations to help underserved populations increase access to fresh foods. Through the development of production infrastructures,…
The Ava Board of Aldermen met on Tuesday for a brief meeting, as the customary executive session was not included on the evening agenda. Based on information presented by Administrative Director Peggy Porter, council voted to implement management controls over the city’s purchasing process, by using a plan advocated by…
WILLOW SPRINGS – Route 5 in Wright County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews partially overlay the roadway. The section of roadway is located from Route TT to Route 38. Work will be performed Monday, Oct. 31 through Friday, November 4 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,…
Relationship with God: God and you, you and God, sharing life together. God loving and leading, guiding and correcting, you loving in return and following, learning and sharing with others. Telling them they can have the same kind of loving relationship with God when they believe Jesus is God’s son.…
Summer weather is extended into October and we are really needing some rain showers which are predicated for this week. Leaves cover the ground. Crows have been busy under my pear trees as the pears have been falling and crows are after them. Best wishes to Dorothy (Climer) Davis, of…
Tuesday, September 13th, Area Captain Cindy Story came and presented a program on “Super Foods” at the meeting, and was joined after the meeting at the city park by seven T.O.P.S. members for a one mile walk. Tuesday, September 27th, we had fourteen people weigh in, with a total weight-loss…
Jonah did not want to go to Nineveh. Nineveh was a wicked city. It’s spelled out in the book of Nahum. Some of the sins included plotting evil against the Lord, cruelty in war, prostitution, witchcraft, and exploitation. Jonah, however, was convinced to go to Nineveh and preach against their…
Sunday, October 16 was the seventeenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ephesians 4:1, “I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation where with ye are called…” Paul means that his life is not…
Sunday morning service began with prayer requests and prayer. We sang some congregational hymns and greeted everyone. Venita Brummet sang a beautiful song for a special. Preston Breshears gave his testimony about the truck wreck and his injuries and the progress he has made with recovery. We had several out…
Prayer requests were given for Don, Tammy, Terri Warren, our nation, leaders and others. Peggy Miller prayed this prayer. Our devotional reading was from Psalms 71. Happy birthday was sung to Elijah Dalton and Aaron Humbyrd, who share the same day but a few years apart. Brad Siler prayed…
The Douglas and Ozark Counties Area Retired Teachers and Other School Personnel met Tuesday, October 11 for lunch at the Senior Center in Gainesville. Ida Mae Huse introduced the guest speaker, Lou Wehmer, who talked about the Civil War in Ozark and Douglas Counties. Lou did not talk so much…
It looks like this almost perfect Ozarks weather might be leaving us. I was hoping it would last long enough for my zucchini to grow just a little bit more, but we can’t change mother nature. Tony and Dick Richards drove to Oxford, AR. Saturday to Townsend Supplies to check…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend and is ready for the cooler weathers coming in. We say get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved…
Hello folks. We’re getting a nice, slow rain today; which is wonderful. I hear that our first frost and hard freeze is to take place sometime this week. I’m not looking forward to that, but I’m sure we will have some more beautiful weather to enjoy before real winter weather…
10-10-11 – Good morning. As I have another cup of coffee I will visit with you a little. We’re still blessed with beautiful weather and trees are so pretty it about takes your breath away. Everywhere you look the farmers are in their field picking their corn and beans. I…
We had a glorious Sunday morning and after Sunday school enjoyed choir and congregational singing followed by special songs from Lola Mayberry, Ella Faye Mitchell and Gary Martin. Our morning message then was entitled, “What Shall I Do?” from the gospel of Luke. We found that the question is asked…
Our attendance for Wednesday night Bible study was 7. We are studying the book of Genesis, led by Bro. Lyndon. Sunday morning we started off our morning with prayer requests. We had a special prayer for Bro. Blane who was in an accident. We pray for a speedy recovery. After…
Sunday school opened with prayer. Dan led the singing. Rachael and Rayonna took up the penny march. Bro. Darrell taught out of Luke 8 on faith – believe all things are possible to those that believe. We had special singing. Bro. Hall preached out of Philippians chapter 3. His text…
Song service began with singing, Amazing Grace, later with many prayer requests. There are so many with needs, many bereaved, recovering from surgery and other illnesses, pray for each one, please. Brother Dennis read from Isaiah 45:8, about how everything that was created, was created by God. This Sunday afternoon…
Everyone is completely enjoying this beautiful autumn weather and the beauty it affords. We are thankful for the rain we had last night. I am late in getting my news in but have been out of stamps and found one. Must get more stamps. I haven’t had much company this…
Greetings from two tired walnut pickers. Like James says, you can’t pick the work out of a job. Sure would like to. We have two weeks of news. A large crowd attended the benefit for Cammie and David Guerin Saturday night. Sunday and Sunday night had good services at Garrison…
Last Weeks News – Hello from our home to your home. Greeting from the Golden Age Winner once again! Well, our big day “The Senior Olympics” is over until a new one next year. What a big day it really was-such activity-such vim and vivacity-such verve and movement! We’ve done…
It’s Revival time at Happy Home. It is scheduled each night through Saturday, October 22. Bro. Danny Cottengin will be the speaker. Come and get a blessing. Special singing each night. Come and join in. The weather was so beautiful the last few days. God has really blessed us. We…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson was on wisdom for aging. Periods of life are quickly passing. God is the source of life. Learning this in our youth will sustain us in old age. There will be no third Friday night singing October…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Great Promise of The Ressurection, I Thess. 4:13-18 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Bro. Woodrow…
We had good services Sunday morning and evening. Bro. Dewitt preached on the compassion of Jesus in Luke 7:11-15 about the young man, the only son of his widowed mother, who Jesus raised from the dead and delivered to his mother. Jerry and I with daughter, Sherry and granddaughters, drove…
Hello on this beautiful fall evening. Some people say this is their favorite time of the year. All seasons have something to enjoy, and everyone has their favorite one. I guess that is why we live in the Ozarks where the seasons have such a difference. At church Sunday, we…
Saturday a group of friends enjoyed a gathering at the Chriss home to celebrate three birthdays. We range in age from 27 to 77 but do so enjoy each other’s company. Everyone brings something for the table. Sometimes we have a special menu around which to bring other goodies and…
Champions are rejoicing, bringing in their sheaves, saddling up to go for a ride with Bud to no place in particular, getting ready for company as tourist flock in to town for the big Celebration. What a pleasant time of the year. Champions generally feel that way about every time…
Tuesday evening Bunco met in the home of Dixie Garrett for one hour of games. The winners were Janet Sallee – first; Dixie-second; Joretta Sawyer – consolation and Sybil Heckendoorn – door prize. Refreshments were served to the winners and other regular members, Allie Gentry, Lucille Jenkins, Sharon Jenkins and…
I heard this Monday morning that rain and cold weather were on their way. I will have Skip and Billie coming Thursday from Florida. All is well at Seminole. All last week was Missions Conference with Robert and Sandy Frazier of Mexico, Jonathan and Lexi Taylor of Ecuador and Ben…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school with reading I Kings the 3rd chapter and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the adult class, the fourth chapter of St. John. Wilma Hampton asked the questions. We had more questions for next Sunday. We had a good attendance today. Lee Hampton asked the…
We had most of our kids and grandkids here last Saturday evening to help celebrate Bob’s birthday with a chili and potato soup supper and cherry chip cake for dessert. Bob’s mom also came out and spent the evening with us, telling some good stories of when Bob was little…
“And how shall they preach, except they be sent? As it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace and bring glad tidings of good things!” Romans 10:15. Ooops! We changed the date of Pastor Appreciation to October 30. We will have lunch…
Andy and Amy Sturm and their six children, missionaries in Carlisle, England were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. It had been nine years since the Sturms had last visited our church. They have been in England seven years and two of the children were born there. They moved to…
I went to church with Bob and Linda Sunday morning and Sunday night. Saturday the three of us visited with Bob and Susie at Mtn. Grove. Roben and Darrell were here on Monday and did some work for me. One day last week I had to have some work done…
The menu for this week includes Monday, October 24—Cashew chicken, rice, egg roll, oriental vegetables, cookie. Tuesday, October 25—Open faced turkey sandwich, green beans, roll, pudding. Wednesday, October 26—Ham and beans, cornbread, tomatoes, fried potatoes, cobbler. Thursday, October 27—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, peas, mashed potatoes, fruit. Friday, October 28—Sloppy Joes, tater…
Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Roy and Linda Freeman went over to Michael Freeman’s Sunday afternoon to visit with Cody and Lily Freeman who came home for the weekend. After Bonnie got home that evening Richard McDonald and his friend came by and visited for quite a while. They had been…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by John R. Aborn and Jean M. Aborn, dated June 7, 1993, recorded on June 8, 1993, in Book 272 at Page 186, Office of the Recorder of…
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 24: 1. French Toast Sticks,…
Father expresses his fears and concerns to youngest daughter. By Sue Curry Jones In many ways, our day-to-day lifestyles are drastically different from the ways of the early 1900s. Our mode of living is much easier, and more modern. During those early years, news items were just starting to travel…
25 Years Ago October 16, 1986 Ava High School Homecoming Queen candidates are from left Lael Streight, Sherry Erickson, and Becky French. All three candidates are seniors. Although weather conditions were less than desirable and fall colors had not yet reached their peak, last Sunday’s Glad Top Trail attracted…
By River Stillwood It’s Wednesday morning and I’m running late. Late waking up. Late getting out the door. Late getting to Springfield’s airport. But not too late. I made it to the gate with plenty of time to look over my fellow passengers and reorganize my carry-on luggage. Plenty of…
Project Part of Safe & Sound Program SIKESTON-Work to replace the Route OO bridge over Lick Creek in Ozark County is expected to begin Monday, Oct. 31, weather permitting. As construction is underway, a temporary bypass will be in use. Completion is anticipated in late December. Improvements to the bridge…
NFPA’s tips on staying fire safe for the holiday It’s time again for the creepy decorations, falling leaves, endless costumes, and lit Jack-o-lanterns. As families across the country begin to prepare for what has become an increasingly popular holiday, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding everyone to take…
Jefferson City – Secretary of State Robin Carnahan today announced that an initiative petition relating to taxation has met state standards for circulation. The ballot title for the petition reads: Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to provide a Missouri state income tax credit of 60% of the amount of…
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 OLDER MOBILE HOMES for sale, must be moved, 683-3799. 2-4tp 2-HAY Bale…
Uninfested waters underline the importance of precautions against spreading the exotic invader. JEFFERSON CITY – Hardly a week passes without an invasive plant or animal turning up in a new place. Consequently, the latest news about zebra mussels in Missouri reads a bit like “Man bites dog.” Tim Banek, invasive…
Sherman Denney, 81 years, 5 months, and 12 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 14, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield. Sherman was born May 2, 1930 in Ava, Mo., to Benjamin Franklin and Ethel (Cox) Denney. Sherman was the maintenance department at the Douglas County Courthouse until his…
Madge Geneva Anderson, 93 years, 7 months, and 5 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 16, 2011 at Ozark Nursing and Care Center, Ozark, Mo. Madge was resident of Ozark, for a few years moving from the Ava area near Smallett. Madge is survived by one daughter and husband,…
Contractors are now saying the new bridge across Beaver Creek west of Ava on Highway 76 will not be completed before mid-November. Marissa Robey, community relations specialist for MoDOT’s Southeast District, Sikeston, told the Herald Wednesday that 10 of the 15 bridge beams were set last Friday, Oct. 14, and…
Buffalo outscored the Ava Bears 24-6 in the second half here last Friday night and got within a touchdown of an upset victory in the first game of the three-game district schedule. The Bears held on to win the game, 43-38, but it took some last minute strategy to secure…
Three individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with the recovery of a van stolen in Springfield and found in Ava. Police Chief Reggie Johnson said the Ava Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol worked together on the case to bring it to a…
The presence of black bears in our area doesn’t really bother me too much, although that may be because I haven’t actually encountered one in the wild. However, reports of bears being spotted within spitting distance of the city limits does concern me, not so much because of the danger…
Aunts, uncles, cousins, sisters, brothers, and “kissin’ kin” began signing the register at 11 a.m. on Saturday Oct. 15. Family members gathered in the Ava Masonic Hall basement in celebration of “treasured family ties” for 2011. Forty-one relatives were assembled for the reunion which is held every two years. Many…
Oct. 9, 7:16 a.m., 800 block S. Jefferson, medical assist. Ava Fire responded. Oct. 9, 3:40 p.m., N. Highway 5, report of C&I driver. Vehicle stopped by Ava Police at request of Highway Patrol. Oct. 9, 5:46 p.m., Highway 5, stranded motorist. Oct. 9, 9:45 p.m., SW 3rd Ave., animal…
As you read this report, I have only been home for a short time from our recent trip to Plains, Ga. Twelve of us from our church traveled to Plains to hear our oldest grandson, Nicholas, sing for former President Jimmy Carter and the members of the Maranatha Baptist Church.…
Our town is saddened by the death of Judy Boykin. She had many friends here. They operated the Glen’s Propane and were very active in Norwood businesses. When Elmer Tharp was living they worked for him many years. She will be missed very much. I was pleased to have all…
More than 60 descendants of Wiley and Martha (Snyder) Nance attended their annual reunion in Ava on Oct. 2. All those present were descendants of Wiley Hudson Nance and Martha Snyder, who were married in Randolph County, North Carolina, in 1857. Wiley and Martha had 10 children, many of whom…
Teaching a young person to drive can be stressful to both the parent teaching and the teenager learning. But, the experience doesn’t have to be negative. Colonel Ron Replogle, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to share some helpful tips with parents and teenagers as they experience…
WILLOW SPRINGS – The pavement work on Route 5 in Wright County will be delayed until the week of Oct. 24. Missouri Department of Transportation crews will then perform pavement repairs; weather permitting. This section of roadway is located from Route 38 in Hartville to Route TT, which is about…
Iran Is on a Fool’s Errand An Iranian military official said late last month that their navy plans to send vessels to international waters off the Atlantic coast of the United States in a clear threat to American population centers. In the minds of most Americans, there are two possibilities.…
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks and the Ava High School FFA Chapter will host a community blood drive here on Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The blood drive will be held at the Ava Performing Arts Center on the Ava High School campus. A Code…
The Carl Neiman Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met in the basement of the Ava General Baptist Church on Oct. 13. The meeting was called to order by Vice-Regent Janet Ariciu at 7:08 p.m. The meeting was opened with prayer by Chaplain Sherry Beasley. The Pledge of…
Ava Boys Drop to 2nd Place by 4 Points The Ava Lady Bears turned in record times and places to put away 2nd place Mtn. Grove for the SCA conference title held at Willow Springs on Monday. With beautiful weather and lots of Bear grit, the Ava girls, ran their…
This week, the article will begin with an apology to Hucklebucks and Sonshine Cafe whose names were accidentally left off the Kids Day Thank You! Please accept our apology and know your help was appreciated. Glenda made funnel cakes again last Friday night at the last home football game of…
The Ava Art Guild’s annual fall art show runs this week, Oct. 18-22, presenting a broad range of art work by artists of all ages, aptitudes and skill levels. The Judges Choice award for Best of Show went to Reeta Benkert for Rocky Mountain High, a landscape rendered in oils.…
On Monday, Oct. 17, a Texas County Circuit Judge found Dan Andrews “not guilty by reason of insanity” in a double homicide. The case originated in Douglas County but had been transferred to Texas County on a change of venue requested by the legal team of the defendant. The case…
Girls’ Team Results 1st, Ava 2nd, Mtn. Grove 3rd, Willow Springs 1st Team All-SCA Ciara Hogsett, Willow Springs Christina Shortt, Ava Matti Reed, Mtn. Grove Channing Boykin, Mtn. Grove Tanner Ijames, Mtn. Grove 2nd Team All-SCA Ashley Rieken, Ava Kendra McCleary, Ava Destany Russell, Ava Kamryn Hutsell, Willow Springs Amanda…
When ballots were cast for the all-district tournament team following the Class 3, District 10 softball tournament, Ava had almost enough members on the roster to field a team. Eight Lady Bears received all-tournament nods following the tournament here two weeks ago. Four Lady Bears received first team recognition and…
The Ava Middle School Bears closed out the 2011 football season at Mountain Grove on Tuesday, Oct, 11. The Bears were defeated by the Panthers 36-8 in the 7th grade contest. Mountain Grove led 30-0 at halftime. The Bears’ lone score of the night came in the fourth quarter when…
Quinton Herd, 86, of Pendleton, Ore., died Sept. 29, 2011, at St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton. A private family service was scheduled. Mr. Herd was born Sept. 3, 1925, at Pontiac, Mo., the son of Lonnie and Virginia (Honeycutt) Herd. He graduated from Ava High School in 1942. Survivors include…
The Missouri Class 3, District 10 volleyball tournament will begin Monday, Oct. 24, at Marshfield High School. Ava is seeded sixth and will face Bolivar in first round action at 8 p.m. Monday. Mtn. Grove, with a record of 22-8-2 at the time of seeding, is seeded first and will…
Agnes L. Uhlman, 90 years, 6 months, and 13 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 18, 2011 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Agnes was born April 5, 1921 in Bertha, Mo., to Arthur and Ethel (Cooley) Heath. On April 12, 1947, Agnes and Edward Uhlman were…
By Mindy Crandall Last Saturday began with the same rituals as every other weekend. I was up early, attended and watched one of my son’s soccer games and coached my other son and his team. My voice was raw from the constant yelling of instruction and encouragement. My legs were…
PUBLIC NOTICE STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION Date of Filing: Sept. 30, 2011. Douglas County Herald, published weekly at 302 East Washington Avenue, Ava, Mo. 65608. James E. Curry, Ava, Mo., publisher; D. Keith Moore, Ava, Mo., managing editor; Sue A. Curry-Jones, news editor. Owner: Herald Publishing Co.,…
For the Lord knoweth they way of the righteous but the way of the ungodly shall perish. Psalm 1:6 Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after congregational singing. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. Brother Roy then read Psalm 33:13-22 for the devotion and dismissed us to our classes.…
The Jubilee Singers sang a special in the morning service before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message he called, “Keeping the oil well pumping.” 2 Kings 4:1-7 tells about an impoverished widow who asked the help of Elisha, the prophet of God. She was in a predicament. Creditors had come…
I went with Bob and Linda to Springfield on Wednesday. They took me for a doctor appointment then we went to see Mary. She is staying with Bob’s sister near Fair Grove. I spent Saturday with Bob and Susie at Mtn. Grove. They hosted a fish fry at their home…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, October 17—Hot ham and cheese sandwich, broccoli soup, bread pudding. Tuesday, October 18—Chicken patty on a bun, potato salad, baked beans, cookie. Wednesday, October 19—Meatloaf, baked potato, corn, roll, fruit. Thursday, October 20—Swiss steak, rice, stewed tomatoes, salad, pudding. Friday, October 21—French toast,…
Lonnie and Pamela Crim and children came to Ava last week on Thursday. Those gathering out at Roy and Linda Freeman’s for dinner were Lonnie, Pamela, Logan, Alexa and Paola Crim, Cecilia Edwards, Bonnie Phipps, Ken and Debbie Cederlind and then Michael and Wendee Freeman, Matthew, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Lisa A Engelhardt and Rickey A Engelhardt, married to each other Trustee’s Sale: default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Lisa A Engelhardt and Rickey A Engelhardt, married to each other dated April 10, 2002 and recorded…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Kevin L. Walker and Kimberly J. Walker, husband and wife as joint tenants TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Kevin L. Walker and Kimberly J. Walker, husband and wife as joint tenants dated 05/22/2008, and recorded on 05/23/2008 Document…
PUBLIC NOTICE Cripple Creek Mini-Storage, 404 N. Jefferson, Ava, will be auctioning the contents from the following units – #9, #125, #139, #171 and #131 on October 22, 2011 at 10 a.m. due to non-payment. 543-3131. 10-13-03-1t…
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, October 17: 1. Pancakes, Fresh Fruit,…
We most certainly cannot complain about the weather these last few weeks. Perhaps our reward for what we tolerated earlier. The fescue makes the yard look ragged but it sure is great for our pastures. Again, we could use some rain and there is some in the forecast. Ron Boeddeker…
Those here this week were Amy Hill and Axle, Clyde, Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding, Quin Breeding, Reece and Megan Goforth and Gene Pool. Juanita Kazinske of Illinois called me on Tuesday. Ethan Gunter spent Friday night with Reece Goforth. Diane Lynn Rogers of Texas called me on Friday to talk…
Sunday morning, October 9 –God has blessed us with beautiful weather for two full weeks. Praise the Lord for that. Morning special prayers were asked for Connie and Leah Lee; Max R.; Becky Burton; Lorraine Chance; Cheyenne, a twelve year old; Larry Chance and Zelda Graham. Morning message by the…
Was it Will Rogers who said, “All I know is what I read in the papers?” Champions are the kind of folks who just do not believe everything they read. It is a good thing too. Last week in some publications there was a long, convoluted story leading up to…
October 5th – Victory in Jesus was the opening song Wednesday evening at Caney. Bro. Jim was our leader tonight. He took prayer requests. Sis. Janice had a praise report concerning her mother’s tests. We are very thankful for this good report. We had lots of prayer for Debra Rogers,…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school reading Luke the 24th chapter, verses 27-36 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the adult class in the third chapter of St. John for our lesson. We didn’t have questions and answers. Wilma Hampton wasn’t in attendance so we held them over until next…
The biggest news around Bradleyville is the bridge is finally open. It actually opened Oct. 4th around 7 pm, right on schedule. It got a lot of traffic that first night since there was a ballgame at Bradleyville and several had to go home that way. I suspect that even…
Did you think you weren’t going to hear from me again? I did have good intentions, but I would get started on the work week and the next thing I knew it was too late to get my article into the paper. That is also how we get in our…
We are all loving this beautiful fall weather and hope it will last awhile longer. My hummingbirds have left to fly south so I’m sure cold weather will be coming before long. The Glade Top Trail picnic is this coming Sunday and I’ve seen it pretty cold and windy up…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. The Sunday school lesson was Walking In Purity And Love from I Thess. 4:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed…
Sunday morning service was led by the Praise group with several songs. Preyer requests and prayer followed. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Peter 5:8, “Know Our Enemy.” Sunday evening was opened with prayer and several hymns. Later was Bible trivia which the young people joined in and we…
Last Weeks News – Pastor Neal began the morning and evening services by blowing the shofar to welcome all in the Lord’s house. October is planned to be a very busy month. We pray and ask God’s anointing on all we do. For without Him, we can do nothing. October…
Dick and Pauline Richards, Norma Cross and Kenny Hunt met J.D. and Angie Todd and Vi Twibble at Shoney’s in Ozark Wednesday the 5th to help Vi celebrate her 92nd birthday. She was the daughter of the late George and Dora Applegate. The Plainview basketball girls lost their game at…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved ones. May God bless you in your time of…
Good day to everyone. It’s a little cloudy outside today. We could sure use a good rain. We had a good attendance at Red Bank Church last Sunday. Brother Jerry Huff opened the service with a greeting to everyone. The morning hymns were led by Brother Gary Lirley. Brother Jake…
Dan Stillings spent all of last week being “Tool Man Dan.” He did what he could to keep track of tools that had been borrowed for the Community Playground Project. He went early and came home late. A lot of people put in a lot of work to complete the…
This has been an exceptional week for us. We held a two day revival and a One-Day Vacation Bible School at Piland Youth Camp. A group from Macedonia General Baptist Church in Franklin, Kentucky came to join us in this revival and outreach effort, and all who attended were richly…
Wednesday night we had 16 people attend Bible study. We studied over Genesis in chapters 36-38. We also want to congratulate Bro. Kevin who got married Monday. We wish him a happy, God blessed marriage. Sunday morning we started out service by taking up prayer requests. We then dismissed to…
We had a very good service weekend. Dan opened up in prayer and led in some congregational songs. Prayer requests were taken and then Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were sung by Darrel and Helen, Dan and Janice and also a gentlemen who I didn’t…
After our song service, we requested prayers for our many loved ones who are having surgery, recuperating and those in need of salvation. Brother Don Bryan brought the morning message, in the absence of our pastor. Brother Don also brought the Sunday night message. Brother Don and Sister Evelyn attended…
These beautiful autumn days are to be savored and remembered when the cold winds blow. I have always loved everything about the fall because it is a time to rest from summer’s hard work and to just enjoy the cool days not yet too cold and all too soon gone. …
Sunday school opened with a good morning from Bro. Marshall. We sang a song for Jesus. Prayer requests were many. Prayer was given by Sister Peggy. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 12:14-19. Bro. Dallas greeted all with a good morning. He prayed and began a review of last weeks…
Opening prayer Sunday was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday school class we learned about the superiority of wisdom in making our way through this world. Scripture teaches us that wisdom is the choice to lead us right. Happy Birthday wishes go out to Doug Miller. Our special song was…
Last Weeks News – Hello from our home to your home. We have had a wonderful week so far. The weather has been superb both inside and outside, so we can have the doors open and receptive to those coming and going. It feels so good, not too hot and…
“Be not deceived, evil communiations corrupt good manners, ” I Corinthians 15:33. Sympathy to Dave Ramsey family. His wife, Jenny, died September 20 at their home. A week ago Gary and I went to the Ava nursing home to visit his mother, Maxine Turner, but she wasn’t there. She was…
This dry earth could use a good soaking as it hasn’t rained for several weeks and some shrubs and trees are dying. Leaves are covering the ground. What a story was in Ava’s newspaper last week of a software developer and route 66 tour guide who rode through the area…
Our preacher related a story about someone who referred to themselves as a ‘closet Christian.’ Not being familiar with such a term, I set about trying to conclude what was being meant by such a statement. A closet is a place that one keeps things. The word closet is only…
The meeting was called to order at 10:30 a.m. We said the Pledge of Allegiance and read the Club Collect. Marie was the hostess. Macie and Sharon were in attendance. Marie read the devotion called, ” A Recipe For Living.” We played a game, “Colorful Song Titles.” Roll call was…
Sunday, October 9 was the sixteenth Sunday after Trinity. We have two very nice additions to our altar as Carrie Compton has brought two large potted palms to be set on either side of the altar and they add beautiful greenery to the altar. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on…
Nola Jones, 92 years, went to be with the Lord on Oct. 6, 2011 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Nola was born Jan. 23, 1919 in Sneedville, Tenn., to Landon and Mary (Stanifer) Winkler. Nola was a resident of the Ava community and formerly of Mansfield, Mo.…
Catherine Mardell Wyrick Spurlock went to her heavenly home on Oct. 8, 2011. She was born Sept. 22, 1921. Her parents were Edgar and Mary Alice Wyrick, of Jefferson City. She lived at South Hampton Place for six years and all her caregivers were greatly loved. Catherine had a kind…
Norman Lee Talbert began his earthly life March 30, 1928, at Elk City, Okla., to parents Lee Edgar and Thelma Victoria Prince Talbert. He entered his heavenly life Oct. 5, 2011, at his home in Ava, Mo., after a fearless battle with cancer. Norman was a devoted Christian whose everyday…
Raymond H. Tidwell, 82 years, 1 month, and 9 days old, passed away on Oct. 10, 2011, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Raymond was born Sept. 1, 1929 in Poplar Bluff, Mo., to Claude and Ebble (Daughhettee) Tidwell. Raymond was a resident of Wasola, Mo., for several…
Willamae Ball, 86, of Dallas, Texas, passed away Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011. She was born Oct. 23, 1924, the daughter of Dr. F.E. (Eddie) and Mayme (Wilson) Burdett of the Cross Roads community, four miles west of Ava, Mo. After graduating from Ava High School she worked several years for…
The Ava Bears suffered their second consecutive loss here last Friday night to a very good Liberty Eagles team, and slipped to 5-2 on the season. The Bears will be home again this Friday night as they wrap up a four-game homestand. It will be the final home game of…
The TriCounty Youth Horse Show was held at the show grounds of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association north of Ava on Saturday, Sept. 24, after being rained out on Sept. 17. Winners were named in gaited and stock horse classes, with some riders winning on more than one…
The week of Oct. 9-15 has been proclaimed Fire Prevention Week by President Barack Obama. In his proclamation, the president not only encourages families and communities to renew their efforts to prevent fires from happening, but he also recognizes the efforts of all firefighters who answer the call when tragedy…
The Ava Lions Club hosted the October luncheon meeting of the Ava Area Chamber of Commerce Tuesday. Guest speaker was Dr. Chris Dyer from Missouri State University-West Plains, who spoke on the adult program, GOAL. Through the Great Opportunities for Adult Learning program, he said working adults can earn an…
The Annual Public Membership/Business Meeting of Squires Volunteer Fire Department was called to order by the president of the board, Jerry A. Moyer, on Sept. 22. Sybil Gheer opened with prayer and Jerry Moyer led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Jerry expressed his appreciation to everyone who participated…
Ava High School began conducting Project Life Guard on Oct. 4. The program will run for 21 days, ending Oct. 28. The FCCLA club (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) is sponsoring the event this year and the students of 2nd block Family & Consumer Sciences health class are…
A community playground that has been envisioned for seven years and actually in the planning stages for some 17 months, became a reality last week. Dozens of volunteers from throughout the community met at the playground location behind the MOCH Wellness Center in Ava and cut, drilled painted and assembled the…
Today was Pastor Appreciation Sunday. The Choir special was: “His Grace Is Sufficient.” Specials today for Pastor Appreciation were: Norman Virtue told two funny stories about a preacher skipping church to play golf and one when he went deer hunting. David Housley read a Preacher Appreciation poem to our pastor,…
The Mountain Home Symphony will present a fall concert at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, at Vada Sheid Auditorium on the ASU Mountain Home campus. This concert will be special because it marks the expansion of the orchestra’s performance season. Traditionally, the orchestra has performed three times during the…
Colonel Ron Replogle, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds drivers to watch for deer, which are more active this time of year. Drivers should be especially vigilant during evening and early dawn hours. Deer behavior changes due to mating season, which may cause an increase in roadway crossings.…
SIKESTON – The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking public input on the future movement of goods and people in Missouri by rail at a public open house meeting in Cape Girardeau, Mo. The meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 27, at the Osage Center…
WILLOW SPRINGS – Route 5 in Wright County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs. This section of roadway is located from Route TT to Route 38. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Oct. 17 thru Thursday, Oct. 20 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. The work…
Thirty-three years ago Larry Peak began working for a brand new sheltered workshop that had been started by concerned citizens in Douglas County. The new workshop was named DoCo, Inc. Very few people know that the intention of that name was to tell everyone that this was a place where…
The 17th annual Heath-Thomas reunion was held Oct. 8, at The American Legion Hall in Ava, with doors opening at 11 a.m. A basket dinner was enjoyed by all, with Ralph Dobbs asking the blessing over the meal. Special guest this year was Heather (Heath) Williams and husband, Meredith Williams,…
The Ava Lady Bears made it to the championship game of the district tournament here last Saturday but fell to the Reeds Spring Wolves, 8-6. Ava defeated Mtn. Grove in first round action last Wednesday, 15-0, then defeated Liberty 7-1 in the semifinals on Thursday. That was an especially sweet…
The annual Glade Top Trail Flaming Fall Revue will be held this Sunday, Oct. 16, beginning with an outdoor church service on the mountain at 10:30 a.m. Live musical entertainment, craft activities for the kids, and exhibits, demonstrations and contests will be held throughout the afternoon. A noon meal of…
Texas County USDA Farm Service Agency Farm Loan Manager Amy Peiter announced that the loan limit for the Guaranteed Loan Program will increase to $1,214,000. The limit is adjusted annually based on the “Prices Paid to Farmers Index,” compiled by the National Agricultural Statistics Service. “Raising the guaranteed loan limit…
Some 26 firefighters from several departments in Douglas and Ozark counties met in Ava again last Saturday for training. However, the live burn that was planned was postponed because of the dry, windy conditions. The burn is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 22, if weather conditions are favorable. On the…
By John Stanton While this month’s article was going to be another fire department profile, with the extremely dry conditions, the major fires that have been burning in Texas, and the fall burn season approaching, I thought that an article on wildland fires might be a bit more appropriate. Wildland…
On Saturday Oct. 1, Ava FFA hosted a benefit horse show with all the profits going to the Joplin FFA Chapter. In July, the chapter decided they wanted to do something to help, and since horse shows are big in this area, we elected to host a horse show. We…
University of Missouri Douglas County Extension in partnership with the Douglas County Soil and Water Board will be presenting a free Weed Workshop on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., at the Ava Victory Academy located at 1005 Northwest 12th Avenue in Ava, MO Topics covered will include:…
Three years ago the Lebanon volleyball team chose to raise money for breast cancer, with their inspiration for this coming from Coach Liz Kyger, of Ava, who was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago. Lebanon Coach Susan Patterson is a longtime friend of Coach Kyger. The tournament is named…
Fast, and Really Furious When the Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms, Tobacco and Explosives (ATF) chose a name for its new border operation in 2009, they ripped it from blockbuster movie posters, calling it “Fast and Furious.” Well, the way they conducted this operation really ought to make Americans furious about…
The Ava Bears cross country team competed on Tuesday, Oct. 4, at the Missouri State cross country course in Springfield. The meet was hosted by Springfield Catholic. There were 12 varsity girls teams and 15 varsity boys teams. In the junior high division, 8th grader Caleb Stillings ran a 1.8…
Douglas County Associate Commissioner Danny Dry (left) and Presiding Commissioner Larry Pueppke signed a proclamation at the courthouse last Thursday morning in recognition of October being designated Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Associate Commissioner Richard Mitchell was not available on Thursday. Standing in back in support of the proclamation are representatives…
Washington Must Work Together To Put Americans Back To Work There’s no doubt that Washington is broken. Our federal debt has reached a record high – and is growing. National unemployment is lingering above 9 percent. Home prices have plummeted nationwide. Gas prices and health care costs have skyrocketed. But…
Douglas County Presiding Commissioner Larry Pueppke has announced that Billy Long, of Ava, is the new Emergency Management director for Douglas County. Long succeeds Bill Philpott who recently resigned the position. Philpott had served as EMA director since the first of the year.…
Ava R-I School District, private, and homeschooled students have the opportunity to attend the Bears Den beginning Nov. 1. During Parent/Teacher Conferences on Oct. 27, a series of 10-minute informational meetings will be presented in both cafeterias at the top of every hour. Afternoon snacks and an evening chili supper…
The 7th & 8th grade Ava volleyball teams finished their seasons last week playing West Plains on the road and hosting the Lebanon Yellow Jackets. Ava 7th grade beat the Zizzers on Monday, Oct. 3, in two close games, 25-19 and 26-24. Emily Bailey served 11/11 with 2 aces to…
The Ava R-I School District will be hosting 1st Quarter Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 1-8 p.m. Students will have a half-day of classes, and will be released at 12:45. Elementary teachers, as well as middle and high school Advisory teachers, will be scheduling parent conferences. First quarter…
The Ava Art Guild will hold its annual Fall Art Show during the week of Oct. 18-22. This year a silent auction will be held simultaneously with the art show. There will be many different mediums of art on display from all ages and levels of artists. Categories include but…
The Ava Middle School Bears played their final home games of the season on Thursday, Oct. 6, against the West Plains Zizzers. Ava won the 7th grade contest 20-0. The Bears scored on their first possession of the game, a six-play drive covering 65 yards. The drive was capped by…
By Sue Curry Jones Feelings of frustration, anger and empathy filled council chambers at Ava City Hall on Tuesday evening when approximately 37 people filled the meeting room. Most of the attendees were there to show support for a neighbor or friend in conflict with the City of Ava over…
By Donald J. Hall, Jr. To ensure its future the United States Postal Service (USPS) must do more than seek short-term fixes to its long-term financial problems. Year after year, the United States Postal Service continues to raise postal rates to cover its growing expenses without adequately addressing its significant…
JEFFERSON CITY–Experience the dramatic scenery of fall colors along Missouri River bluffs during the Fall Colors Tram Tours Oct. 18 and 19 on Katy Trail State Park. The two-hour round-trip tours will take visitors between Rocheport and McBaine in the comfort of a tram coach. The nine-mile section of Katy…
MADISON, Wis. ¬¬–– Fall has arrived, and so has the time when motorists in many states are more likely to encounter deer on streets and highways. Unfortunately, these meetings often result in a serious traffic accident. Hundreds of thousands of animal-vehicle crashes occur each year, the majority with deer. This…
JEFFERSON CITY – Mountain bikers and hikers will have another reason to visit Finger Lakes State Park near Columbia, thanks to a new trail opening at the park. A ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the Kelley Branch Mountain Bike Trail will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 at the…
A ceremony to dedicate a portion of U.S. Highway 67 as the “Missouri State Highway Patrol Sergeant David May Memorial Highway” was held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29 at the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop E Headquarters in Poplar Bluff. This memorial highway recognizes Sergeant David C. May,…
25 Years Ago October 9, 1986 The 1986 Glade Top Trail Festi-val gets under way in Ava this weekend with arts and crafts dis-played in Ava, and the traditional chicken barbecue in the National Forest south of town. The Missouri Highway and Transportation Department will be making several route marking…
A two-vehicle crash west of Ava last Friday afternoon sent an Oldfield man to the hospital with moderate injuries. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the wreck occurred at 4:45 p.m., 10 miles west of Ava on Highway 76. The Patrol said a 1995 Chevrolet driven by Peggy M. Newman,…
Community, campus, students and alumni to celebrate 100 years of Homecoming tradition COLUMBIA, Mo. – Students, alumni, and fans from the birthplace of the Homecoming tradition will celebrate a century of coming home, uniting past with present in a monumental celebration of school spirit, service and community. The tradition of…
By River Stillwood What a gift, these glorious autumn days. Each one mild and opalescent, strung together like pearls stretching from late September deep into October. I would package them up if I could. Wrap them in velvet and store them in an old tin behind the scarves in my…
COLUMBIA, Mo. – According to Federal Highway Administration, rural roads make up 80 percent of the national road network and carry about 40 percent of all vehicle traf-fic. With Congress unable to pass a long-term transportation funding bill, Tom Johnson, the Frank Miller Professor of Agricultural and Ap-plied Economics at…
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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. * * * Douglas County Historical and Genealogical Society meeting at the museum at 6:30 p.m. on October 17.…
By Keith Moore River Pilot passed through the Ava area Tuesday, and he was neither swimming nor flying. He was on horseback. With a name like River Pilot one could not hold just any run-of-the-mill, mundane job title. River is a tour guide and a software developer for Garmin GPS systems,…
Sea of Paper The White House Office of Management and Budget is a repository of rather dry information about the federal government. When OMB says something about how we interact with our federal government, however, it is usually wise to listen. Last week, the office put out a report quantifying…
Ava High School began conducting Project Life Guard on Oct. 4. The program will run for 21 days, ending Oct. 28. The FCCLA club (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) is sponsoring the event this year and the students of 2nd block Family & Consumer Sciences health class are…
Congratulations to David Murphy, of Wasola, and Jared Smith, of Ava, for finishing 2nd and 3rd in the Kickin’ Route 66 Mother Road 50-mile run from Lebanon to Springfield on Sunday. Six runners entered that segment of the race and five finished, including the two local runners. Murphy completed the…
Around 20 firefighters from four different departments of Douglas County met in Ava last Saturday for training that will conclude this Saturday. The house on NW 10th Street is owned by the city and will be burned for demolition. Before burning the structure, firemen will be able to experience real…
Our Dad, Lloyd Wallace, 89, passed away at 8:40 p.m. on Oct. 2, 2011, at the VA home in Mt. Vernon, Mo. He was born on Jan. 23, 1922, in Ozark County, Mo., to the late Dow and Lilly Wallace. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vera, and…
Coy V. Turner, 93 years, 10 months, and 14 days old, passed to heaven on Oct. 4, 2011 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Coy was born Nov. 21, 1917, in Ozark County, Mo., to Alfred and Rose (Taylor) Turner. Coy was a dairy and beef farmer. He…
Wanda Laverne Silvey, 72, of Ava, Mo., passed to heaven on Oct. 3, 2011, at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center in Ava. She was born on Dec. 17, 1938 in Longrun, Mo.,, the daughter of Merl and Dortha (Brewer) Silvey. Wanda was a graduate of Gainesville High School…
Ruth Ellen McCleary, 83 years, of Rock Springs, Wyo., passed to heaven on Sept. 30, 2011 in Wyoming. Ruth was born Aug. 7, 1928 in Taft, Calif., to George and Martha (Pearson) Gross. On May 18, 1946 Ruth and Claude McCleary were united in marriage in Ava, Mo., and to…
Norris Johnson was born to George and Neva Twitty Johnson on Jan. 3, 1923, and departed this life on Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 at the age of 88-plus years. He lived in Chesterfield, Mo. He was born in the family home in Douglas County, Mo., near Ava. He grew up…
William Jervy Humphries, 84 years, passed to heaven on Sept. 30, 2011 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Bill was born May 13, 1927 in West Plains, Mo., to George Thomas and Veda Belle (Reaves) Humphries. He was a resident of the Ava community since 1978, moving from Springfield,…
Lenvil Royce Clinton, son of the late Charley and Orpha (Thornton) Clinton, was born on March 31, 1937 in Topaz, Mo., and departed this life on Sept. 30, 2011, at his home near Vanzant, Mo. He was 74 years of age. Lenvil grew up in the Willow Springs area and…
Club members in attendance enjoyed visiting with Lt. Gov. Jim Brisco at last week’s meeting. Since that was the last club meeting for the Kiwanis year, we looked at ways to try to improve our service and impact in the community. Several members helped with Kiwanis Kids Day which was…
After playing to a record of 5-0 this season, the Ava Bears met defeat at the hands of the Salem Tigers last Friday night, 12-0. When the Tigers scored halfway through the second quarter to take a 6-0 lead, it was the first time the Bears had trailed this season.…
Ruby Bass was born on Dec. 10, 1923 in the small town of Ava, Mo. She met the love of her life, Jim, in 1943 and they married in 1944. They had two daughters, Carol Ann and Karen, both born in Springfield, Mo. The family moved by car to California…
The Ava Art Guild will hold its annual Fall Art Show during the week of Oct. 18-22. There will be many different mediums of art on display from all ages and levels of artists. Categories include but are not limited to oil painting, acrylic painting, pencil drawing, pottery, 3-D art…
Over the past year, Missouri and the nation have faced numerous natural disasters that devastated entire communities and the livelihoods of people nationwide. As we work to rebuild in the aftermath of those disasters, the scope of these events has placed unusual logistical and financial pressures on our nation’s funding,…
From the Douglas County Public Library The Douglas County Public Library recently partnered with Overdrive to offer e-books for checkout which can be downloaded to a computer or mobile device. At the time, this service was not available to be used with the Amazon Kindle, but now we are happy…
The Ava High School Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be hosting its annual Fields of Faith on Oct. 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ava Middle School Gym. The event is open to all youth in the community. All local and surrounding churches are encouraged to bring their…
Ava High School Athletic Director Rex Sawyer announced some revisions in the football schedule for coming weeks. There will be no junior varsity football at Liberty on Monday, Oct. 10, as they do not have enough players to field a team. Also, Monday, Oct. 17, junior varsity football here with…
SPRINGFIELD – Beth Phillips, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that a Greene County man pleaded guilty in federal court today to robbing a Morrisville bank at knife-point. Daryl Williams, 50, of Greene County, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Richard E. Dorr to the charge…
COLUMBIA – Every garden needs tender, loving care, and the same goes for the program that helps Missourians learn vital skills to tend those gardens. Recent changes to the Missouri Master Gardener Extension Program will let it better serve its members, said David Trinklein, MU Extension horticulturist. These changes include…
Do you have old medicine that should be destroyed? On Saturday, Oct. 8, from 8 am. until noon, you can take old medicine to the Ava Police Station on NW 12th Ave., drop it off and never leave your car. Waiting at the Police Department will be representatives of the…
On Tuesday, Oct. 4, during the October Law Day, Judge John Moody sentenced individuals to the Department of Corrections. Daniel N. Isaac, 24, of Ava, was sentenced to two years in prison for 2nd degree domestic assault for offenses that occurred July 4, 2011. Doyle W. Shelton Jr., 37, of…
Douglas County Presiding Commissioner Larry Pueppke confirmed Wednesday that EMA Director Bill Philpott has submitted his resignation. Philpott was appointed EMA director for Ava and Douglas County at the first of the year when Pueppke assumed the office of presiding commissioner. Pueppke said Wednesday that Philpott gave his two-weeks notice…
Route AC in Douglas and Ozark counties will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews partially overlay the roadway. The section of roadway is located from Route 14 in Douglas County to end of state maintenance in Ozark County. Work was to have begun Wednesday, Oct. 5 and continue…
SIKESTON – The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold an open-house style community briefing to discuss an upcoming bridge replacement in Wright County. The briefing will be held Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Manes Elementary School Gymnasium, 8939 Route 95, in Manes. The project will replace…
Saturday has begun as a beautiful cool day. We are saddened by the deaths of two of our former residents who are Lola Long and Mildred (Filer) McIntosh. Lola died in Springfield and Mildred in Oklahoma. I have known both people almost my entire life. Mildred is a sister of…
I was sorry to have to miss the second annual Masquerade Ball at the Chateau Charmant in Olga. I understand from Nicholas and Sarah Inman that everything went well and that a fun time was enjoyed by those in attendance. I also understand that Whitney Keith of the Fordland Clinic…
The Ava Lady Bears won three softball games during the past week while losing one, and earned a share of the conference title. Ava defeated Springfield teams from Kickapoo and Parkview in non-conference play and lost a non-SCA game to West Plains on Monday. The big game, however, for the…
Tuesday night, Sept. 20, the Ava Volleyball Lady Bears made the long trip to Salem to take on the Lady Tigers. The Lady Bears defeated the Lady Tigers in two sets by identical scores of 25-20 both sets. Consistent hitting and good communication helped the team take home the victory,…
Sept. 25, 3:50 a.m., N. Hwy. 5. Ava Police checked on vehicle off roadway. Sept. 25, 1:35 p.m., SE 21st Ave., traffic stop. Citation issued for registration; warning for financial responsibility. Sept. 25, 2:08 p.m., 400 block NW 5th Ave., medical assist. Ava Fire responded. Sept. 25, 2:20 p.m., 2100…
Wright County Children’s Home is holding their 8th annual Benefit Dinner and Auction this Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Norwood High School gym. The doors will open at 4 p.m. and the extensive silent auction will begin at that time. A pulled pork dinner catered by the Burger Barn will…
Ava 7th grade took first in the Cabool Tournament. Other teams in the tournament were 2nd place Mtn. Grove, 3rd place Houston, and 4th place Cabool. Ava played each team two games. The Lady Bears started the day with their only loss of the day losing to Cabool 17-25. After…
The Ava Middle School Bears traveled to Willow Springs for 7th and 8th grade football games on Thursday, Sept. 29. The visiting Ava Bears defeated the Willow Springs Bears 8-0 in the 7th grade game. The game remained scoreless until Ava’s Brandon Johnson scored on a 15-yard run with 1:19…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) MICHAEL DEAN COLE, ) Deceased ) Case No. 11DG-PR00014 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL DEAN COLE, Deceased: You…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Kevin L. Walker and Kimberly J. Walker, husband and wife as joint tenants TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Kevin L. Walker and Kimberly J. Walker, husband and wife as joint tenants dated 05/22/2008, and recorded on 05/23/2008 Document…
NOTICE OF ELECTION OF SUPERVISORS FOR THE SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY To all land representatives of any farms lying within Douglas County, Missouri, pursuant to the provisions of the Missouri Soil & Water Conservation Districts Law, Sections 278.060 to 278.155 RSMo 2010, notice is hereby given…
The 4th Sunday Singing was held at Breedon Church, September 25 from 2-4 pm. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Joe Lafferty opened with prayer; song books were distributed/collected by Freeman Porter. There were 35 present and 42 songs were shared. The next 4th Sunday Singing will…
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 10: 1. French Toast Sticks,…
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. ****** Thornfield Volunteer Fire Dept. Pig Roast Fundraiser, Sunday, Oct. 9, 12-2, Thornfield…
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. * * * Baird Reunion, October 8, Ava General Baptist Church – Student Center Building. Bring a covered dish…
September 28 – Caney Church came together Wednesday evening by singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth took charge of the service by taking prayer requests. Sis. Doris Lambeth led in prayer. Young lady, Aspen Isaacs sang a special. She does a very good job. It is a joy to see young people…
This Monday was a very nice day. I am inside resting up from Sunday church and auxiliary. I enjoy both very much. We had a good services in the morning and evening with Pastor Don. We all love him for his worship and fellowship with God being a blessing to…
Roy Hampton read Matthew 4:10 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the adult class in the 2nd chapter of St. John. We had questions and answers. Joe Lafferty led the offering prayer. Roy Hampton took up the offering. We sang Happy Birthday to Kenny Wiles. We had a few…
It has been so pleasant the past week, the kind of weather that makes me want to sit outside in the morning with a cup of coffee and just enjoy all the sights, sounds and activities of the outdoors. I haven’t been able to do that this fall but it…
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you, “Matthew 6:33. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we all sang. Sister Dana Brazeal prayed over the prayer requests. He then read Deuteronomy 1:9-17 for the devotion then dismissed…
Norma Stillings sang a special song, Sunday morning. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message from Genesis 3:1-14 to answer the question, “Why do we sin?” Adam and Eve only had one command to keep. There was only one restriction. “But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil,…
I know we’re all enjoying the nice weather. Winter is getting closer all the time. I’m feeling a lot better, not coughing a lot like I was. Bob and Carl were here from Mtn. Grove one day to visit with me. Roben is good about calling and checking on me.…
Our menu for this week will be: Monday, October 10—Cheeseburger, onion, pickles, lettuce, tater tots, cake. Tuesday, October 11—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, biscuit, pudding. Wednesday, October 12–Ham and beans, corn bread, spinach, potatoes, cobbler. Thursday, October 13—Fish, hush puppies, potato wedges, sherbet. Friday, October 14—Swedish meatballs, rice, veggies, hot…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she went to church.Since it was such a pretty day Bonnie said she gathered some flower seeds and was getting ready for fall. I need to get out and dig some bulbs up, but it will be a while when things…
My sympathy to the Barker family also to the Lenvil Clinton family. Those here on Monday were Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding, Quin Breeding, Megan Goforth, Bryse Dodson, Jo Stephens, Gene and Rheba Pool, T.J. Pool and niece from Illinois. Danny Bushong called on Tuesday. Donna and Macee came by. Debra…
The first week in October is routinely marked by speculation concerning the quality of the fall foliage. If there was enough rain at the right time and if the severe heat of mid-summer was not too much and if a number of other unspecified conditions were met favorably, then the…
I have begun to see some beautiful colors appear within the timbered areas. So far most of the red and yellow leaves observed are coming from sumac, hickory and gum trees. Anyway, gazing at these colorful changes along the wooded areas made our recent trip to Springfield much more enjoyable.…
Billy Fletcher and Edgar and Sharon Stewart drove to Mountain Grove, Wednesday, and ate at the Hay Loft. They visited with Georgia Mae Smith and Dorman afterward. Billy and his Aunt Jean Daugherty drove to Marshfield, Saturday afternoon and had supper with Dennie and Barbara Whittaker. A notable thing that…
10-3-11 – Maybe some words will come to me if I think hard enough. It’s 37 degrees this morning and is supposed to be in the seventies the next few days and even 80 degrees one day. I sure do look forward to that. My furnace still isn’t working. Anita…
What a glorious Lord’s Day this past Sunday was. Several of our members were debating just having Sunday school class, and maybe worship services too, out on the front steps. After a short discussion reason triumphed, the possibility of causing an accident out on the highway by so many people…
Last Wednesday we had 13 show up at services and we continued our study over the book of Genesis. Sunday morning started out with prayer requests then dismissed to Sunday school. We had 13 attend the adult’s class and 7 in the children’s class. The kids sang a couple of…
We had good services at church. Bro. Dan opened up in prayer and then in congregational songs. An anniversary offering was given by Darrel and Helen Webster. We wish them many more. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 8. We…
We had good singing and many prayer requests as we began our Sunday morning. Our Sunday school class was very interesting with lots of discussion and participation. We continue to pray for those still absent, hope they are back soon. Brother Dennis read from Philippians 3:3-15, Paul counted all things…
September 25 – The autumn air has put a spring in everyone’s step Oct. 2 – Sunday, Melany Stevens blessed us with a song. We are thankful for everyone. God blessed us with 62 in attendance. James brought a good message. Bro. Donnie Cummings brought the Sunday evening message. He…
Hello from our home to your home. We have had a wonderful week so far. The weather has been superb both inside and outside, so we can have the doors open and receptive to those coming and going. It feels so good, not too hot and not too cold. But…
Sunday school opepend with a good morning from Bro. Marshall. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Mary. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 11:23. We were very glad to see Bro. Dallas and family back with us. Bro. Dallas opened Sunday school…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson was on Keeping An Ordered Life and The Key Ingrediet Is In Always Trusting God, Provervs chapter 29 is a good chapter to teach us. Special song was by Pauline, Rod and Wanda Welker and Bobbie Miller.…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Paul’s Co-Laborer In The Minstry, I Thess. 3:1-13 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Bro. Raymond Haden prayed.…
Some more experienced (older) ladies may be able to relate to this. Back in the ‘40s,‘50s and ‘60s (this is my memory) most women did their laundry on Mondays and weather permitting, scrambling to have the whitest linens, diapers and underwear on the line should the neighbors care to look…
Because of the size of the Friendship Hall in the new Dogwood Nazarene Church, it was possible to do what has been desired by friends and families for some time now, which was to have gatherings like surprise birthday parties in a space large enough to accommodate everyone. It was…
October came in Saturday with a bright blue sky. Sunday morning my thermometer read 37 degrees, so frost will soon be coming. It is usually here in the month of September. Since we haven’t had rain lately the tree’s leaves are falling because of dry weather and colors won’t be…
Everyone knows that a day is coming that will be their last. And, presumably, most people worry about it. The worry is usually whether everything one wants to accomplish in life will be finished when the drum-roll begins. There is a passage in the Bible that speaks to this subject. …
Sunday, October 2 was the fifteenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Matthew 6:24, “No man can serve two masters…. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.” By mammon Paul means earthly needs and desires, which must not be allowed to obsure…
Sunday morning service was opened with music then prayer requests and prayer. We then sang some congregational hymns. Sister Joyce Erickson sang a beautiful and moving special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Exodus 14:11-17, “Right Perspective versus Wrong Perspectives.” The evening service was a movie about hidden secrets. It…
Hope everyone is enjoying this weather as much as we are. Dick Richards went to the farm machinery auction, at Crain with Terry Nelson and Danny Davis last Tuesday. They hadn’t been over there for a while. Several people from Goodhope General Baptist Church had dinner in Ozark on the…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend. The weather was nice for a cookout or a picnic. It has been a little cool in the mornings and the grass wet from dew. Well, another month has passed us by and I…
By Sue Curry Jones In the mid-to-late 1800′s, daily life in the Ozarks was a challenge. For early settlers, carving out a livelihood and decent existence took perseverance. Life was a constant battle for survival and it wasn’t easy. Everyday tasks, big and small, were implemented through endurance and fortitude.…
25 Years Ago October 2, 1986 The Livestock Association feeder cattle sale facilities at the Ava fairgrounds are being removed, now that the feeder sales are a thing of the past. During the past 35 years the structure has become somewhat of a landmark in Ava, having been…
In a decision handed down by the Missouri Supreme Court Tuesday, Oct. 4, Attorney Carl Smith, of Ava, was found in violation of the Rules of Professional Conduct, and his right and license to practice law in the State of Missouri has been canceled. The order of disbarment was based…
JEFFERSON CITY – Twenty-three law enforcement agencies provided additional enforcement activity on Interstate 44 from 6 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, through 6 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, from Joplin to St. Louis. They were looking for speeding, aggressive and impaired drivers and encouraging motorists to pay attention and buckle up. As…
Marsha Aborn, Johnny Burkdoll, Pat Henry, Regina Porter, Larry Silvey, Randy Spurlock, and Ron Wallace, school board members from the Ava R-1 School District, attended the 2011 Annual Conference sponsored by the Missouri School Boards’ Association in cooperation with Missouri Association of School Administrators. The event was held Sept. 29-Oct.…
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Ava Bears Cross Country competed in the Mtn. Grove Open on Sept. 27. The small Mtn. Grove meet was run on the Randell-Hinkel Municipal Golf Course as a precursor for their large invitational to be hosted on Oct. 13. Because of the small number of team entrants, no team scores…
Donna K. Wright, 63, of Marshfield, passed away on Oct. 4, 2011 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. She is survived by three children, Joseph Thomas “Tom” Wright and wife, Diana, Springfield, Mary Jansen and husband, John, Marshfield, and Carissa Teubner, Lebanon; nine grandchildren; four great-grand-children; six siblings, Jack Owens,…
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…
