Heavy rainfall in Ozark County last Thursday was listed as the cause of a one-vehicle crash that resulted in injuries to an Ava teenager. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said Jacob C. Madche, 18, was traveling west on Route W, 11 miles west of Gainesville when he crashed the 1995…
The 2012 Williams family reunion was held on July 14 at the Williams Century Farm southwest of Ava. Sixty-seven family members and friends gathered for a pot luck dinner and evening bonfire cookout. Those in attendance were: Heath and Dana (Williams) Soehn, Grant Soehn, and Garrett Soehn, from Gatlinburg, Tenn.;…
Three farmers – a Texan, A Kansan, and a Missourian – all died on the same day. All three men were cremated. The Kansan and the Texan were reduced to ashes in a matter of minutes. The next day, the Missourian was still sitting amid the flames saying: “Another couple…
Marvin “Newt” Delp, 78 years, 8 months, and 1 day old, passed to heaven on July 21, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Newt was born Nov. 20, 1933 in Thornfield, Mo., to Roy Toby and Nora Ellen (Dilk) Delp. Newt was a resident of the…
Warren G. Plumb, 88, left this world to be with the Lord Jesus just as the sun was rising on the morning of July 19, 2012. He died peacefully at home. Warren was born on Jan. 14, 1924, in Ava, Mo., to Rev. George Washington Plumb and Lenora (Jenkins) Plumb.…
Roy Mallernee, son of the late Arthur James and Grace Theresa (Johnson) Mallernee, was born on Dec. 22, 1921 in Douglas County, Mo., and departed this life on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at his residence south of Norwood, following a short illness. He was 90 years, 6 months and 15…
Patrick Carl Lyons, 65 years, 7 months, and 28 days old, departed this life on July 23, 2012 at his home in Theodosia. Pat was born Nov. 26, 1946 in Brown Branch, Mo., to Gerald and Gertrude (Whitaker) Lyons. Pat had worked for Frazier Brothers and Southern Construction as a…
Rita Marie Lawler, 88 years, 11 months, and 10 days old, passed away on July 22, 2012 at her home with her family by her side. Rita was born Aug. 12, 1923 in Ridgway, Ill., to James Henry and Angeline (Walton) Abell. Rita was a resident of the Ava community…
Velma Marie Gray, daughter of the late Garnett and Zella (Goodman) Hopper, was born on Feb. 2, 1926 in Denlow, Mo., and went home to be with the Lord on July 15, 2012 at her residence south of Norwood, following a short illness. She was 86 years, 5 months and…
Pre-enrollment for new and transfer students entering kindergarten through grade 12 at Ava Public Schools will be held on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 2 and 3. Students will be enrolled from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. on those days, in the middle school/high school…
Coach Liz Kyger and several of her cross country team members took part in the Terry’s Team 5K run for Breast Cancer at Seymour on June 23. Ava runners did quite well in the competition, claiming several honors in their individual age and gender categories. Results for Ava athletes were:…
The Douglas County Historical Society met July 16 at the Museum. Sharon Sanders called the meeting to order. Pat Carmichael read the minutes and gave the treasurer’s report, and both were approved. The new Christmas ornament was discussed and it was decided to not order them. It was discussed to…
Heart of the Hills Thrift Store and Food Pantry regularly give out food, personal care items, clothing and household items to the residents of Douglas County. Last Wednesday morning, July 18, Heart of the Hills was given something in return – a new roof for the sorting building. Because of…
Missouri counties declared disaster areas due to ongoing drought Gov. Jay Nixon surveyed the severe drought conditions devastating crops and livestock throughout the state last week. The tour of hard-hit areas began in northeast Missouri at a farm near Ewing, Mo. The governor then also toured farms in Tarkio and…
Pie Eating Contest, 3- Legged Race and Balloon Toss included as part of the youth activities. A chili cook-off is being sponsored by the Ava Frontier Girls on Saturday, Aug. 4. This first event for the Frontier Girls will take place at upper level in the Ava City Park. Tasting…
A large crowd of potential voters attended the political forum at the Ava Community Center last Thursday night, sponsored by C.H.A.R.T. Some 16 Republican candidates for county, district and state races attended and took a turn speaking to the crowd and answering questions posed to them by program emcee Joe…
By Bob Stickles-Big Bob’s Bait & Tackle Not much has changed nor will it change until weather changes, lake level changes or fall gets here. The best bass fishing is still at night and plastic worms, saltcraws and jigs are all effective. On any given night one bait will out…
“Waiting for rain is no longer an option.” COLUMBIA – Landscape plants are dying from heat and lack of rain. There’s so little moisture in the soil that without irrigation many homeowners will lose landscape plants. Even well-established trees are in crisis, according to Chris Starbuck, associate professor of plant…
Lots of Red Tape to Cut How do we get our economy back to work? There is no better way to get started than to renew our American spirit of free enterprise. First, we’re going to have to cut some red tape. We’re going to have to cut a lot…
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Jo Ann Emerson (MO-08) today introduced legislation to renew three agricultural relief programs which expired at the end of Fiscal Year 2011 and expand eligibility on an emergency basis. Combined, the three programs address grazing losses and livestock deaths due to drought, as well as losses…
The Secretary of Agriculture has now designated 97 Missouri counties as primary agricultural natural disaster areas making certain farmers and other agricultural producers in the counties eligible for low-interest emergency loans from USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), in addition to other disaster programs. Christian, Douglas, Howell, Texas and Wright counties…
Monday, Aug. 6, is the first day high school teams can have an official practice for the 2012 fall season. The Ava cross country team will get an early start, meeting at 7 a.m. that morning at the weight room. Coach Liz Kyger reminds athletes to bring their completed sports…
On Saturday, July 21, the Wright County Children’s Home held a benefit concert in Lebanon, featuring local bluegrass artists Potter’s Wheel. The crowd was treated to wonderful music, including original songs, and old-time favorites, and a lot of laughs. During the intermission a short video was presented and WCCH director…
Breastfeeding Month Proclamation Whereas, the people of Ava and Douglas County are deserving of good health; and Whereas, all available knowledge indicates that human milk optimally enhances the growth, development and well-being of the infant by providing the best possible nutrition, protection against specific infection and allergies, and the promotion…
On Monday, July 23, Jeffrey Schmidt, 49, of Ava, was found guilty of possession of methamphetamine. The case was heard by Circuit Judge John Moody in a Douglas County Circuit Court bench trial. According to the police reports, officers pulled over a vehicle leaving a trailer court because the police…
The Ava Bear Booster Club and Ava High School will host the Fall Sports Kickoff on Friday, Aug. 10. On that day, sports fans will be able to see all the fall teams in action as they move from one location to another for the individual sports scrimmages. Cheer and…
The Ava Lions Club met Monday evening to discuss changes and procedures for upcoming events. Prior to the regular meeting several members met in a special session to discuss upcoming events like the anniversary dinner and the fall Fox Trotter horse show. Committees were formed to oversee the anniversary dinner.…
Members of Kiwanis Club of Ava are proud to announce that plans for Kiwanis Kids Day are now under way! The event will be held on Sept. 29 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Some initial contacts have been made with those who have been involved in years past. If…
We enjoyed very much visiting with Emily Sterling, winner of the Ronnie Nash Memorial Scholarship, and her grandma Donna at last week’s meeting. After review of her proof of enrollment, her first semester check was issued. We have set Kiwanis Kids Day on Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …
New populations Found in Platte and Reynolds Counties JEFFERSON CITY – One of the top threats to Missouri’s hundreds of thousands of ash trees has extended its reach beyond the existing quarantine area. The Emerald Ash Borer has killed more than 50 million U.S. ash trees in the last 10…
The board of directors of the Ava Area Ambulance District will meet Monday, July 30, at 6:30 p.m., at the Ambulance Station on NW 9th St. Included with this meeting will be the annual tax levy hearing. The board is required to hold a levy hearing before the property tax…
On July 2, Ozark High School graduate Chaz Alderson signed a letter of intent to play baseball for Maplewood Junior College. Maplewood, located near Kansas City, is one of the four hub campus sites of Metropolitan Community College. Chaz joins fellow graduate Landon Snyder who signed with Maplewood earlier in…
By Sue Curry Jones The Ava Board of Aldermen met in regular session Tuesday evening, with city council President Burrely Loftin presiding over the meeting as Mayor Eddie Maggard was absent due to illness. Acting on recommendations from planning and zoning, the council unanimously approved revising code designations on several…
25 Years Ago July 23, 1987 Construction of Ava’s mechanical sewer treatment plant could begin as early as next spring with the system to possibly be in operation by the summer of 1989. The Douglas County Retired Teachers Assn has been building on a scholarship fund since 1985, and…
No Child Left Behind Is Left Behind By Sue Curry Jones With the 2012-13 school year fast approaching, Ava R-1 School Board members met Tuesday evening to discuss items for the ensuing year. During the meeting, the board focused primarily upon program updates, leave pay, and committee assignments for the…
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Salt is good, but if the salt have lost his saltiness where with will ye season it? Have salt in yourselves and have peace one with another,” Mark 9:50. Last week Gary and I visited with Rayford and Freda Clayton. Freda is doing a lot better. Doug Clayton came by…
Knowing the will of God is easy, once it is settled in your spirit and mind. When lack of knowledge, doubt, unbelief and lies from the world; which are perpetrated by the devil are cleared out of your heart and mind to reveal the plain and simple truth of God’s…
Tuesday, July 10th – the meeting was called to order by Sharon. We had a total of 17 weigh in. The top loser was Sharon. The top winners of the 4th of July Picnic drawings were 1st – Evelyn with a $20 prize, 2nd – Rachel with a $15 prize…
For women, the operative word is ‘sale’, ‘discount’, or ‘clearance’; for men, it’s ‘auction’, ‘tool sale’, or ‘liquidation’. Those very words and off they go to buy more stuff. Bring it home to an already full closet, garage, shop or wherever. The overflow just grows like it has a life…
Sunday, July 22nd, was the seventh Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the Epistle for the day, Romans 6:19, in which Paul writes to the new church at Rome, founded by Peter around 42 AD, to instruct them in the essentials of the Christian faith: faith in…
Sunday morning service began with some really good Bluegrass Gospel music then prayer requests and prayer followed by congregational songs. Brother Roberts brought the message from Matthew 11:28-30 and Isaiah 40:31, “Lightening Your Load.” Sunday evening was our 4th Sunday Singing which was very good with some beautiful specials. Those…
Last Weeks News – We had a great time last week in Bible school. According to Kim Humbyrd, Director, there were 22 kids. The teachers were Patty Siler and Jenin Humbyrd in Nursery, Rhonda Dobbs and Ashton Crum with Pre-schoolers, Peggy Miller and Dawnya McFarlin with Middlers and Connie Johnson…
July 22- Recent Prayer requests: Pat Moore, Sharon Renfrow, Velma Gray family, Bernice Peterson’s nephew, Roy Mallernee family, Norman and Phyllis Virtue’s daughter, Debbie; Joyce Deeds, Johnny Hicks, Shelby Housley, Jennifer Alexander, Ezra Entriken (Ken Harris’ grandson), Vicki Thompson, Stan Nehr, Sue Hefner, Jack Lawler, Jerry Lee, Imogene Williams, Sue…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy weekend and found a cool place to be because of the heat. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have…
Dick and Dorothy Kimble of Iowa were recent visitors in the home of Terry Stillings and his sister, Norma Lea. Dorothy’s mother, Lois Maggard Fitzgerald, was a sister to their mother, Nora Maggard Stillings. Norma Stillings attended the Candidate Forum last Thursday evening at the Ava Community Center. Joe Corum…
7-23-12 – Still not much to write about. The heat is almost everywhere so that’s no news. We may go to East Moline the 27th to pet sit while Candi and Jared go to Des Moines, but that’s not certain. It will depend a lot on the weather and how…
Let me begin by announcing just how proud our family is of our newest addition. Our granddaughter, Jeanee recently welcomed our newest great grandson, Kolten James Inman into the world. He weighed 7 pounds and 3 1/2 ounces and is adorable. Junior and I have really enjoyed spending time with…
Howdy. Mr. Haddock was a great postmaster and just when I got used to him he retired. Then in came this skinny boy that called himself Kirk Dooms. But I found out, that’s not his real name. So here’s a little question for my readers. Is his name, A. Butch;…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer. Dan led the congregation in song. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrell brought a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were performed by Rayonna and Rachael, Danny Fleetwood, Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. Sis. Helen…
After singing, a large number of prayer requests were taken, with some praise reports, also. A good number came out to Heart of the Ozarks, Sunday afternoon, to help with our singing service. Brother Ric Englehardt brought a short devotion to them. We appreciate everyone who helped. Don and Evelyn…
Hello from our home to your home. We are very thankful for the rain we received, but are praying for more because this terrible heat has evaporated all the moisture although it did cause the lawn grass to green up some. As I walked outside today a good breeze was…
We gathered at Happy Home Church today to praise the Lord. We had many prayer requests for the lost, the sick, ones who are having surgery this week and so many others. We sang for the Lord and had a good Sunday school lesson with our leader being Sister Mary. …
Church started Sunday morning by singing and Bro. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Prayer by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school was The Old Covenant Verses The New Covenant, Hebrews 8:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
Our tent revival is now over, but the good spirit that was there is still with us. I went every night and enjoyed all 9 nights of it. We had a different personministering every night and wish all churches would have come and been there to hear the good word…
Hello to everyone from all of us here on our mountain. We are like you, hot and dry. I got an e-mail from a friend asking for a combined effort for prayer for rain for our land. Not just any rain, but a good ground soaking rain. God says where…
Ann was a town in Douglas County in 1904 located three and one-quarter miles northwest of Florilla; Biggs was seven and one-half miles south of Phlegeton; Granada was shown to be two and one-half miles northwest of Beaver. It was named for the city in Spain in 1895. Iron ore…
“I am concerned for the security of our great nation, not so much because of any threat from without, but because of the insidious forces working from within.” –General Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) We had a small “rodeo” here again when the cattle, looking for anything green, pushed open a gate…
Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Dennis and daughter of Hobbs, New Mexico and Dorothy Curtis of Drury, MO. visited me on Monday afternoon. They also visited John and Jo Stephens. Donna Dodson, Reece and Megan Goforth, Quin and Macee Breeding were here Monday morning. Reece also visited the McCullums. Meguel and…
Wednesday evening services were conducted by Michael Marah. His scripture was I Kings 3:9-11, 10:6 and 11:1. The message was about Solomon, a man who God had blessed with riches beyond belief and great wisdom. Solomon asked God for an understanding heart to judge the people. His speech pleased the…
Some Champions are busy this time of the year plucking, shelling, peeling and slicing–doing hot work in the kitchen. Perhaps folks were just tougher in the old days or perhaps it was not so hot back then before air conditioning. That air conditioners might somehow have contributed to the overall…
July 18 – Wednesday evening church came together to praise and worship and study God’s word. Bro. Jeff Shipley took charge of the evening service by taking prayer requests. Sis. Janice Lafferty led in prayer. Jeff read John 15:16, 16:4. We need to stay apart from the world as much…
7-22-12. Psalms 8th chapter is read to open Sunday School and Clara Lafferty led the opening prayer. Todays lesson continues on to Acts, chapter 23. Paul is brought to the High Priest, Ananias. Paul knew the law because he was a Pharisee. He corrects Ananias for commanding his attendees to…
“It was meet (or right) that we should make merry, and be glad; for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost and is found,” Luke 15:32 Brother Roy Frye, opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Like 15:1-24 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed…
During the past week we had folks returning grandkids to their home out of the state, one teen attending Camp JOY, and people enjoying family reunions. Over the next few weeks we will have people going off on vacations and family visits out of state. Soon summer activities will give…
This week it has kept me and Bob busy feeding the hummingbirds twice a day. I enjoy sitting in my recliner watching the birds and squirrels and napping near my air conditioner. Jack and Barbara Breshears and Miracle visited this week with me and Bob and Linda McCleary. Bob and…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, July 30—Corn dog, tater tots, baked beans, sherbet. Tuesday, July 31—Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, August 1—Bone-in chicken, potatoes, gravy, corn, bread, fruit. Thursday, August 2—Spaghetti with meatballs, green beans, salad bar, cake. Friday, August 3—Ham, yams, creamed peas, jell-o with fruit. The activities will…
We came today to worship our Lord and to hear the Word of God and Pastor Buddy did a great job bringing the Word to us from Acts 3:19 and Matthew 14:22-31 on don’t let this moment pass. We all have moments in our lives because God loves us, He…
I talked with Bonnie Sunday and she said that she had went to church Sunday. I went to Ozark last Monday and saw the doctor and she said I had a bad infection in my sinus and when I left there I went by ny niece, Brenda Henslee’s and visited…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Executive Board of the South Central Solid Waste Management District will accept FY2013 Grant Application on a continuous basis for Solid Waste Management Projects that will take place in the Counties and Cities of the District and for District-Wide Solid Waste Management Projects for the FY2013 grant…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Norwood R-1 School District will be accepting bids for a 1990 Chevrolet mini bus that has a blown motor, but has six new tires. Closed bids will be accepted until August 14th, the bids will be opened at the August 15th school board meeting. Please send bids…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: ) Magdelena I. Otteson ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00035 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE 18TH DAY OF JULY, 2012, Ardith F. Otteson, Jr., was appointed Personal Representative of…
PUBLIC 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 Fiver Year Plan for the year beginning October 1, 2012. The meeting will be held in the Community Room of the…
NOTICE OF TAX LEVY HEARING The Board of Directors of the Ava Area Ambulance District will hold its annual tax levy hearing on Monday, July 30, 2012, at 6:30 p.m., at the Ambulance Station on N.W. 9th St. in Ava. 07-26-44-1t…
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Several relatives gathered in the home of Myrl Cox, Saturday, to honor Myrl on her 90th birthday, which would be on July 23. They enjoyed a wonderful fish fry, with Paul Cox, as cook, along with a bountiful meal, cake and ice cream. Those present with the honoree and son, Paul,…
The regular Fourth Sunday Singing was held at Gentry Church on 07/22/12 from 2-4 pm. The welcome was given by emcee, Sybil Gheer. Brother Bob Huskey annointed Linda Prest with oil and ask all attending to join in with a prayer of healing as he gave the opening. There were…
Don and Evelyn Bryan hosted their annual July 4th celebration, Saturday, in their rural home. Red, white and blue was the theme for their get together, with barbequed foods, plus many side dishes, followed by homemade ice cream. Evelyn provided games for the children to play and gave prizes for…
Thornfield R-I School will hold a new student registration day on Thursday, Aug. 2, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The school is also hosting an open house on Thursday, Aug. 9, from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.…
