Happy 59th Wedding Anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Hart. Miss Rose Schnider was a guest at our church today. The Sunday School class enjoyed a trip to the zoo last week. Please pray for June DeWeese, Lenette Murrill, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Cantwell and Marvin Graham. Mr. Jim Hart…
These spring days are comfortable temperatures so far, vegetation is flourishing, lots of lawn mowing going on and gardeners enjoying fresh vegetables. Roger and Lanell Long enjoyed peas and new potatoes from their garden and there are others in the area who have done the same. Our prayers are for…
June 11th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 14 weighing in with a weight loss total of 5-3/4 lbs. The lesson was by Margaret. KOPS and TOPS word search. High loser was Eileen. Heart health winner was also Eileen. Beverly is coming July 30th to walk at the…
Sunday, June 9 was the Second Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. John 3:13, “Marvel not, my brethren, if the world hate you…” In this passage St. John discusses the conflict between Christian values and worldly values. Wordly values are based…
Sunday morning service was opened with music, prayer requests and prayer. Brother Claude Robertson brought a beautiful special for us. Brother Roberts brought the message from II Timothy 3:1-5, “Edify One Another Until I Come.” Sunday evening, Brother Randy and Sister Venita Brummet gave us a beautiful special song. Brother…
Our devotional reading was Psalms 92, a song of prayers. Prayer requests were shared for Jaylin, Judy, Carol, our leaders, our nation and our Lord’s service. Doyle Humbyrd prayed this prayer. After singing, happy birthday was sung to Lindsey Boyd and happy anniversary was sung to Phillip McFarlin. Van and…
The past week has been my kind of weather. The wild flowers are so pretty especially the daisies. Kinsey brought me a little bouquet last week. There was a lot of things going on last week. Norma, Kenny and Seth was here one day helping with yard work and etc.…
Today, June 9, additions to the prayer list: Lola Dennis, Jesse Mills, Jerry Lee, Ronnie Atchison, storm victims, our country, and upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS). Upcoming Events: VBS starts June 17th-with family night on June 23rd with a meal after a short presentation. June 16- all fathers will receive…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and good weekend. What a down pour of rain about noon on Sunday just as church turned out. So glad that we don’t melt when we get wet. Well so much…
Hello from Red Bank. I hope everyone is well and happy. I think a little more sunshine would help us all feel better. I know it would for me, even though, it is great to see all the ponds full and the creeks running a full stream as a result…
6-10-13. Hello again. It is a nice, bright sunshiney day here, but we’re supposed to have rain and storms later today. We were supposed to have it last night as well, but never did get here. That’s just fine and dandy. We may be in the season now where they…
The Phipps-Cunningham reunion was held Saturday, June 1, 2013 in the fellowship hall of the Walnut Grove Church on A highway. After lunch there was visiting, singing and picture taking. There was also drawing for door prizes. Those attending were: Betty Cazzell, Mosby, MO.; Nancy and Jim Crowell, Columbia, MO.;…
A few weeks ago, you may have noticed that I hinted at friend and neighbor, Sharon Shannon that she might be a great author for this report. I was so pleased that she read that hint and was pleased to be asked to do so. Although, I have enjoyed writing…
We hope you had a wonderful week last week. We enjoyed a week with some of the most fantastic young people anywhere, down at Piland Youth Camp. We sang, played horseshoes, took a hayride, went swimming, made smores by the campfire, enjoyed skits, fine fiddle and guitar music, had Bible…
Howdy. Hasn’t this been a real nice beginning June? Weather has been just right and aren’t the flowers just gorgeous? Everyone’s knock-out roses look beautiful. Not everyone is getting to see what we are seeing. There are a lot of people in the hospital this week. Ronnie Atchison has been…
It was a great day to be in the house of the Lord, and we appreciate our visitors. We prayed for many requests and thanked the Lord for His many blessings. Brother Ric had a short message before Brother Raymond preached our communion and feet washing service. It was a…
We were blessed with a good spring rain and today the sun is shining brightly on a freshly washed landscape. I hope lots of hay got in the bale. The mower was going until dark in front of my house just across the road and after the rain was over,…
Hello everyone out there, its been a while, so we will hit the high spots like they grade the road. Only they said they would be back next week and the next week they whizzed through and never came back, but I have arrived. My sister, Sybil has been a…
Our morning service opened with Bro. Gregg welcoming everyone. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. Our prayer requests were many. Prayer was led by Sister Juanita. We sang for Jesus and gave our Sunday school gifts for the Lord with Bro. Gregg asking the Lord…
After opening prayer and singing our Sunday school lesson was on how to praise our God with thankfulness and for saving us. Let others know who he is and what he does for us. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Vicki Miller, Rod Welker and Lacie Beard. Our special song…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer by Bro. Mitchell Cotrone. Sunday school lesson was The Day of the Lord, Joel 1:10-20 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sister Diane Strunks.…
Election Day was long for sure, but not as tedious or busy as some previous ones. We enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors, getting to catch up on local news. Some people were just driving by and saw the “Vote Here” sign and came in, not even remembering the event,…
Donna Dodson and Reece Goforth came by on Monday. Donna showed me a picture of the new red pickup Danny Bushong got. Macee and Quin Breeding visited me on Wednesday evening for awhile. Debra and Johnnie Reed and family all made it home okay. Debra had started work. Garrett Kearn…
Glorious early summer days in Champion have haymakers busy and all the exciting summertime events are beginning to happen. It seems that every time of the year has some excitement built into it in Champion. It is just that kind of place, poised on the balance of past and future…
Caney went to the White River youth camp Wednesday evening service. They had a very good service. Several youth sang specials. After a good message several went forward. It was wonderful to see them be serious about the Lord. Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone…
Sunday, June 9, 2013. Opening Sunday school Joe Lafferty read the 122 Psalms. Opening prayer by Wilma Hampton. Our lesson today was the 13th chapter of II Corinthians. We had a real good discussion on it. We will start in the book of Galatians next Sunday. Michele and Danny Lee…
I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine,” John 9:14. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalm 92:1-8 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. The children worked on Father’s Day pictures. Preston Adams, Hunter Adams, Quin Breeding…
Darlene and Sally Sorensen, Norma Stillings, Bobbye Priddy, and Sandra Rogers came back from the Ladies’ Retreat, Saturday afternoon after hearing from some very good messages. The Camp JOY grounds were so peacefully quiet and beautiful, the food was great, and friendships were renewed. There were games, a craft, gifts,…
Sunday, I didn’t make it to church, but all my kids were here for lunch and we had a good time. On Sunday night, Donna Lewis visited and Sis. Brenda Townsend of Eufala, Oklahoma came to see me. Nora called me and said Violet was doing pretty good, Hugh about…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 17—grilled chicken sandwich, savory potatoes, baked beans, sherbet. Tuesday, June 18—Ham and beans, potatoes, tomatoes, cornbread, fruit. Wednesday, June 19—Meatloaf, baked potato, carrots, pudding. Thursday, June 20—Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, fruit. Friday, June 21—Tuna salad sandwich, cucumber and tomato…
Spring Fling was such a great event! We appreciate the Ava community for all your support. We had a lot of fun and we were able to raise money for the Residents fund. This allows the residents to do things they would not usually be able to afford or enjoy.…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she didn’t have any news only that she went to church Sunday. Last Monday night was our O.E.S. Meeting and we voted on three more people into our chapter and we will eat at 6 before our meeting. I cooked last Tuesday for…
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 Five Year and Annual Plan for the year beginning October 1, 2013. The meeting will be held in the Community Room…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matters of: ) SKYLAR BLUE DEE DEE ) ANN PERRYMAN, ) And ) JOSEPH ALLAN PERRYMAN, ) And ) CHEYENNE MARIE PERRYMAN Minor Children, ) DEDIE ELLEN PERRYMAN and) LLOYD DELBERT PERRYMAN) Petitioners, ) vs. ) DOUGLAS COUNTY…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by James R. Emerich and Carrie A. Emerich, husband and wife, dated July 2, 2007, recorded on July 9, 2007 as Document No. 071685, in Book 468, Page 317, Office of the Recorder of Deeds,…
Skyline School Summer School Breakfast Menu Monday, June 17: Waffle, Sausage, Juice and Milk Tuesday, June 18: Chicken on Biscuit, Hash Brown, Juice and Milk Wednesday, June 19: Coffee Cake, Cheese, Juice and Milk Thursday, June 20: Scrambled Eggs, Toast, Juice and Milk Friday, June 21: Cereal, Muffin, Juice…
T-Ball Little League Field Thursday, June 13 6:00 Danny Cutbirth Logging vs. HOTO 7:00 Collins Law Firm vs. JG Home Repair 8:00 Squires Fire Dept. vs. Adams Backhoe Friday, June 14 6:00 State Farm vs. Stillings Const. Monday, June 17 6:00 Stillings Const. vs. Squires Fire Dept. 7:00 Adams Backhoe…
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Thursday, June 6, 2013 9-10 Boys Ava Parks (3) vs. Norwood (12) Ava Victory Academy (1) v s. Mtn. Grove 1 (12) Adams Backhoe vs. Seymour 1 10-12 Girls E&J’s Gun Shop (5) vs. JB Construction (4) RK Underground (15) vs. Primitive Thymes (11) Lakey’s Custom Cabinets…
Thursday, June 6, 2013 9-10 Boys Ava Parks (3) vs. Norwood (12) Ava Victory Academy (1) v s. Mtn. Grove 1 (12) Adams Backhoe vs. Seymour 1 10-12 Girls E&J’s Gun Shop (5) vs. JB Construction (4) RK Underground (15) vs. Primitive Thymes (11) Lakey’s Custom Cabinets…
Skyline School Summer School Breakfast Menu Monday, June 10: French Toast Sticks, Sausage, Juice and Milk Tuesday, June 11: Long John, Cheese, Juice and Milk Wednesday, June 12: Breakfast Pizza, Juice and Milk Thursday, June 13: Cereal, Toast, Juice and Milk Friday, June 14: Chicken Biscuit, Hash Brown,…
T-Ball Little League Field Thursday, June 6 6:00 State Farm vs. HOTO 7:00 Stillings Const. vs. JG Home Repair 8:00Danny Cutbirth Logging vs. Adams Backhoe Friday, June 7 6:00 Squires Fire Dept. vs. Collins Law Firm Monday, June 10 6:00 Danny Cutbirth Logging vs. Squires Fire Dept. 7:00 State Farm…
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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. * * * Walker-Naugle Reunion, June 21-22, Southern Oaks Inn, Branson, MO. lunch at noon Saturday. For more information…
Friday, May 31, 2013 11-12 Boys State Farm of Ava vs. Hartville 2 Pro-Design (13) v s. Mtn. Grove 1 (6) Coach Pitch Boys The Feed Bag (16) vs. Tidwell Tree Service (10) Fish & Son Logging (8) vs. Ozarks Family Vision (10) Coach Pitch…
PUBLIC NOTICE Skyline R-II School District is accepting bids on the following items: Milk, Bread, Propane, Gasoline and Diesel. Bids will be opened at the regular board meeting July 18th at 7:00 p.m. Please mail bids by July 15 to: Skyline R-II School, Rt. 2 Box 486, Norwood, MO 65717.…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Estate of ) LEON DWIGHT KELLER ) Deceased ) Case Number: 13DG-PR00021 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Small Estate) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LEON DWIGHT KELLER, Decedent. On a small estate affidavit was…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: ) JO ANN NINOS ) And ) OTTO SAMUEL NINOS-DE LEON) ) JO AN NINOS ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) OTTO SAMUEL NINOS-DE LEON) Respondent ) Case No. 13DG-CC00149 ) ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION…
NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF STUDENT SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS In accordance with the state and federal regulations implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), this is to inform you of our intent to destroy personally identifiable information related to special education services maintained in school special education records. If…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Estate of ) ANTHONY EUGENE BULVER, ) Deceased ) Case Number: 13DG-PR00019 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Small Estate) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of ANTHONY EUGENE BULVER, Decedent. On 06 MAY 2013 a small…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated January 15, 2009 executed by, Action Land and Cattle Company, Inc., a Missouri Corporation, and recorded in…
“And one cried unto another and said, Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts, the whole earth is full of His glory, ” Isaiah 6:3. Last Wednesday (22), my Uncle Earl Johnston from Burns, Oregon came with his brother, J.R. and wife Janet of Mountain Grove for a visit.…
The people in Oklahoma who heeded the storm warning are complimented and were safe, although many perhaps didn’t hear the tornado warning. I was on the phone with my cousin and she was in her cellar they had built when they built their house at Wellston, OK. My pear trees…
May 21st meeting was called to order with 13 weighing in with a weight loss total of 24-3/4 lbs. High loser was Eileen. Billy received charms for walking. We had a discussion on Exercising for Arthritis. Lesson today was Dr. Oz’s Weight Loss Secret – motivation comes from success. Consistency…
Sunday, June 2 was the first Sunday after Trinity. Altar and vestment colors are green, the color of growth. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 16:19, the parable of Lazarus and the rich man. Many of the scripture readings during Trinity involve parables,…
Sunday morning, Sister Maxine Lund brought the message for the early service and Brother Cody Prock brought the message for the second service. Sister Maxine Lund brought the message for the evening service from Genesis 32:24-29, “Spiritual Growth.” This week has been another busy week for us as we are…
Food Harvest items were collected. White River Kiddie Camp was held Friday and Saturday with 24 campers and Beth Dunn as Director. This week is Senior Camp for high school with Stephanie Chambers and Chris Sims as Directors. We have three campers. They are Erin Crum, CJ Horsey and Gabe…
We have surely gotten our share of rain the past week. One morning we had 3-1/2 inches, the next morning we had 1-1/2 inches. Anytime we have more than 3 inches, the branches on either side of our house will roll. We aren’t complaining about the rain. We have been…
I will begin my news by saying sorry no news last week, but with Monday being a holiday then Tuesday I was in Springfield with Steven for his surgery. No time for news before the paper was published and no news was turned in to be printed. A good Tuesday…
Donald and Paulette Fletcher came by and took Billy Fletcher with them to the McGill Family Reunion, May 25. Billy says that he is doing well. Duane and Jeanette Hesterley visited for a while with Norma Lea and Terry Stillings over Memorial weekend. Norma Lea reports that she is doing…
6-2-13. Dear Folks: I have to double check to see if I got the right date, because of the way it goes so fast. God please help the people in Oklahoma who had all that storm damage and especially the ones who lost loved ones. My heart aches for them…
Church began with singing and again, so many of our family are in need of prayer. We send our sympathy to the family of Lloyd Shumate, and all others who are bereaved. Brother Ric read from Exodus 20, about not worshipping graven images. It was a very good message, and…
It suddenly dawned on me that it was Monday and time to gather my thoughts together and to greet everyone from Little Creek. It has been a good week and we have much to thank our Master for, first for letting the storm pass us by and for the good…
Hello from our home to your home, greetings to everyone. Monday started off as a bright sunshine day and may our spirits be as bright as the day. Residents are now doing morning exercise, everyone is moving and a grooving. Since I broke my hip it is a painful process…
Our morning service began with Bro. Gregg greeting all with a good morning. Sister Juanita prayed for a good day in the Lord. We had prayer requests for our church, our families, many who are ill, Vacation Bible School, each other and many more unspoken. Bro. Gregg led in prayer.…
A beautiful day for June 3rd, but was a little chilly here this morning. I had 50 degrees this morning. All told I emptied 4-1/2 inches of rain from my gauge. All the cemeteries looked so pretty last weekend. Annie and I went up to Pleasant Home to their benefit…
Opening prayer for our morning service was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday school class, we studied the aspects of worship by which we humbly commit ourselves to glorifying God. Happy Anniversary wishes went out to Wanda and Dean Casady and birthday wishes went out to little Emma Leanne Terrill.…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Hosea’s Unusual Story, Hosea 1:1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison,…
Well good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. Can you all believe this weather? I really don’t have any news this morning, but I’ve been told by a few that they miss my items. So I’ll do my best. As for me I went to church Sunday morning…
I hope you have not been washed away with all the rain we are receiving. It sure has cleaned out our creek and it looks so clear and pretty. The grandkids have been having so much fun playing in the water and catching crawdads. I remember my sons doing the…
Memorial Day turned out to be more than originally intended. Randy & Kim were to join me for an afternoon meal. It ended up with Randy’s son “Pooh” and his family joining us as well as Arlene and Reanna, ten altogether. Good thing Randy had picked up some other food…
Happy Birthday in June to Delwin Iott, Isaiah Ayala and Melissa Iott. Happy Anniversary to John and Jo Stephens the 19th and David and Donna Dodson the 26th. Those here on Tuesday were Johnnie and Debra Reed, Miguel and Tiffany Ayala, Garrett, Grant, Isaac, Isaiah, Gabie and Adelle, Jo Stephens,…
Champions crossed Clever Creek Sunday morning in a fit of trepidation as the south west side of the slab was quite washed out and exposed and the north side an extended bog of mud. Four wheel drive proved to be a valuable feature of local jalopies. Later in the day…
Caney Church came together singing praised to the Lord Wednesday evening. Bro. Lynn Crider was our leader this week. He taught from Exodus 20:1-17, 23:1-2, Lev. 19:11-19, Numbers 35:30, Deuteronomy 17:2-6, Proverbs 6:16-19, 14:25, 14:-9, John 8:1 and Jerm. 17:9-13. The Ten Commandments are God’s absolute! His main thought was…
Good morning everyone. I guess everyone surely is feeling good and wet this morning. Boy, what a difference this year is compared to the last couple of years. I am so happy and thank God for the help this gives to the farmers and gardeners. I am trusting your crops…
“Choose ye this day whom ye will serve, but as for me and my house we will serve the Lord,” Joshua 24:15. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school. He read Joshua 24:14-24 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Please help us pray for Fran Burke, people traveling, Richard…
Luke Sorensen lives and works six hours away in Arkansas so it was a special thing to have him with us this Sunday. Snatches of conversation were heard about the Percheron horses he works with. Everybody is happy that he has a job that he likes, we just wish that…
We’re thankful for the rain. We went to see the creeks after a day or two. Bob and Susie came from Mountain Grove and Bob worked on my windmill. Barb and Jack also came over and they all planted my tomato plants. Bob and Linda had nineteen family members on…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 10—Pepper steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, hominy, fruit. Tuesday, June 11—Baked potato bar, Frito pie, corn, fruit. Wednesday, June 12—Cashew chicken, rice, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Thursday, June 13—Hamburger/tater tot casserole, cucumber slices, tomato slices, roll, fruit. Friday, June 14—Catfish nuggets,…
It was good to see everyone Sunday. We praise God for the rain, but it’s nice to get a day or two off without it. Pastor Oren gave us scriptures from Judges 6:11-18 to read along with his message of “Mission Impossible”. Gideon was a man from a poor background…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday afternoon and she had went to church that morning and she told me that they baptized five people that day. I took my news in last Monday when I went to the military service at the Ava Cemetery and I gave my news to…
T-Ball Little League Field Thursday, May 30 6:00 Adams Backhoe vs. State Farm 7:00 Squires Fire Dept. vs. Stillings Const. 8:00 Collins Law Firm vs. Danny Cutbirth Logging Friday, May 31 6:00 JG Home Repair vs. Heart of the Ozarks Monday, June 3 6:00 JG Home Repair vs. Danny Cutbirth…
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Thursday, May 23, 2013 9-10 Boys Ava Victory Academy (4) vs. Norwood (6) Ava Parks vs. Seymour #1 (no score given) Adams Backhoe (5) vs. Seymour #2 (4) 10-12 Girls Primitive Thymes (13) vs. E&J’s Gun Shop (6) JB Construction (13) vs. Lakey’s Custom Cabinets (12) Miller Lawn…
NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and performance of the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust executed by Judith L. Marlin, a single person and Leatrice Oster, a single person, a/k/a Leatrice Ostler, to FCS Financial, FLCA, said note secured…
PUBLIC NOTICE Cripple Creek Mini Storage LLC, 404 North Jefferson, will be selling the following units for non-payment: 13, 71, 77, 88, 121, 131 and 137. Auction will be June 8th, 10:00 am. 543-3131. 05-30-36-1t…
May 14th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 14 weighing in with a weight loss total of 13-1/4 lbs. High loser was Linda. Getting your Mojo back or enthusiasm by Cassandra. Having control of yourself and what you eat? Moving from California to the Midwest three weeks off…
Sunday, May 26 was Trinity Sunday, which marks a division in the church calendar and marks the end of the segment of the Christian year that relives the life of Christ. Altar and vestment colors are white, the color of purity and joy. Bishop Glen and Laurie Hartley were away…
Sunday morning service was opened with the Walnut Grove Church Bluegrass band playing music and singing gospel hymns. Brother Roberts brought a message of Remembering the military who had sacrificed for us and for Jesus who gave His life that we could be forgiven of our sins. This week has…
The holiday is almost over, hope everyone got home safe. There was lots of people on the road. All of our family from Oklahoma and Arkansas arrived home safe. Tuesday evening Kailey Thompson’s softball team played the last inning while the storm was coming in from the west. They won.…
During Memorial Day Week-end, we had a lot of visitors. The choir did a special. Birthdays: Lola Dennis ( WOW 82), Tammi Housley, Jimmie Marler, Hannah Moore. Anniversary: David and Tammi Housley. A Special was performed by Sharon Renfrow, as well as, poem special by Alex Alexander- “The Soldier’s Prayer”…
Norma Stillings and her son, Dan, decorated graves at the Bragg, Denny, and Burdett Cemeteries, Saturday afternoon. Then Monday, she, Dan, and her friend, Bobbye Priddy attended the Veterans Memorial Service at the Ava Cemetery. Norma and Dan drove out to the Mt. Tabor Cemetery later. When you see the…
Meeting called to order by Ulla. The minutes of last meeting was read and approved by Delores and seconded by Sandra. A drivers meeting was held on a Friday in Springfield. Scott came to the meeting. He is retiring in June and Jeff will take over as regional director. We…
If you didn’t have a glorious Memorial Day Weekend, you certainly missed a good chance. The weather was beautiful, the Spirit of worship was in our churches and the joy of the Lord was all around us. Next Sunday we will have a guest speaker and hope you will come…
Mt. Tabor Church began Memorial Day with many prayers and thanks for the goodness of our Lord to us. Our group was small, but we had a good Sunday school lesson, along the same line as the day we were celebrating, to bring all we know back to remembrance, according…
Tyler and Andrea Follin would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Emma Mercie Follin, born on April 16, 2013 at 10:32 am. She weighed five pounds, nine ounces and was twenty inches long. Emma joins her big brothers, Zachary and Rylan.…
Another week has passed all too swiftly. I wonder if we will ever have warm enough days for gardens to grow. The lawn grass sure grows fast despite the cool nights. I do not have much to write in the guise of news, but as I have always heard, “No…
Hello from our home to your home. It has been quiet around our Home for two days, Saturday and Sunday, and we know the reason. People have been celebrating Memorial season where their loved ones are buried, putting lovely flowers out for everyone to see and remember their loved ones…
Happy Home Church was a very busy place this past weekend. We had a wedding in the afternoon which I am sure God blessed. Our singing was Saturday night and we had a great crowd praising God with the beautiful music with food and fellowship that followed it all. If…
After starting our morning service with prayer and singing in our Sunday school classes we studied about the hope we have as Christians in the coming of Jesus and our attitude should be! Eagerly watching and waiting, it should affect our way of living, conduct ourselves in Holy and Godly…
Last Weeks News – Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Lord Will Return, II Peter 1:7-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school we sang several songs. Elsie Atchison,…
Recent additions to the Douglas County Museum include a 1957 bow tie from the Douglas County Centennial and a key ring advertising Richards Brothers grocery store. These items were donated by Bonnie Bolding. A 1952-1953 school picture from the Silver Shade school, and a friendship quilt from the Smallett community…
We managed to get through another nasty storm event. It is so difficult to emotionally “place ourselves” in Moore, OK and feel what those poor unfortunate people went through. Losing one’s property is one thing but losing loved ones of any age is decimating to our psyches and the parents…
The weather was perfect for the 27th annual Denlow School Reunion on Saturday. At eleven in the morning the school bell rang out and students, family and friends assembled for an interesting program. Fred Follis led the group in The Pledge of Allegiance. In his remarks, master of ceremonies, Robert Upshaw,…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding was here on Monday. They had taken Reece to the MOCH. Jo Stephens visited me on Wednesday. Amy Iott, Challa, Axel and Kaitlyn Pierce visited me on Thursday. David and Donna, Keith Breeding, Reece, Megan, Quin and Macee were here on Friday for Reece to…
Champions are conscious that just a few hours’ drive west the tornado damage in Oklahoma has wrecked homes and lives. Many have friends and family out there and hopes are that recovery is swift and strong. It is hard to find the bright side of a tragedy such as this,…
Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jeff Shipley led our hearts in prayer. Jack read John 14:1-7 for our devotional. It was a wonderful promise from the Lord. Praise and Worship began with testimonies by Jeff Shipley,…
5-26-13. Another beautiful morning this Lord’s Day is. Today is the Memorial Sunday and we wil have a special service at 2:00 p.m. at the Stillings Cemetery to honor our loved ones that have already gone home. We all need to remember our fallen veterans and thank God for their…
We were pleased to have guests again this week. Some of the members who had been sick were back in church, so there was a good number in church. We still had a few out with sickness, one with pneumonia. We had to delay a baptizing because of that. We…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 3—Cheeseburger and fixin’s, savory potatoes, cake. Tuesday, June 4—Country fried steak, potatoes, gravy, corn, jell-o. Wednesday, June 5—Chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, fruit. Thursday, June 6—Ham and beans, potatoes, tomatoes, cornbread, fruit. Friday, June 7—Spaghetti, green beans, garlic roll,…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she didn’t make it to church. Tracy Lakey and her friend, Linda, came in Saturday to decorate the graves and they stopped and visited with Aunt Bonnie Phipps for three hours before leaving Ava. I went to my O.E.S. Meeting last…
May is my favorite month of the year and I always say it is because the temperature is just right, it is so lush and green and it smells so good from all the flowers blooming. My yard is full of fragrant flowers right now. Pink peonies, white peonies, old…
“Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer,” Romans 12:12. Monday afternoon Gary and I went to Ava to visit his mother, Maxine Turner and Vicki Goodman. While we were there Vicki’s granddaughter, Ashli Womack and her daughter, Kaidon Stout came. Sympathy to the families of Audrey Hadeen…
There’s a lot of lawn mowing going on as grass keeps growing fast! It has been reported that “cicadas” are in the Eastern states, and we had better be prepared with “earplugs” if they moved in our direction. It has been interesting to watch the purple martins arrive, though other…
Sunday, May 19 was Pentecost, one of the major days in the church calendar commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the apostles on the day of the Jewish festival, which was a harvest festival observed on the fiftieth day from the record day of Passover. Pentecost means fiftieth…
The Walnut Grove Church Bluegrass band opened the service with music and songs. Sister Tillie Fowler brought the special and did a very good job of singing it. Brother Roberts brought the morning message from Matthew 25: 14-30, “Do Business ’til I Come.” He brought the evening message from Hab.…
Terri Hall, Norma Stillings, Eva Painter, Geraldine Gray, Virginia Parsley, Betty Moore, Ruth Evans, Ida Mae Huse, Sue Robirds and Marie Bristol met for lunch with the Senior Citizens at the Ava Community Center. Music of the Ozarks was provided by Junior Marriott. Co-president Terri Hall thanked everybody for attending…
It is hard to believe that another school year has come and gone. Kelly and DeAnn Thompson, Kailey and Kyle went to Illinois last weekend to see Kelly’s folks. Norma Cross and I went to Claremore, Oklahoma Sunday afternoon. We went to watch our great niece graduate Monday night from…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy 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…
I finally got my garden planted. Now all we need is enough sunshine for it to grow and produce. It sounds like better weather is on its way this week end. I think that will make us all feel much better. The Church service at Red Bank began with hymns…
Last Wednesday, Billy Fletcher and members of the “Needle and Thimble Quilting Club” ate at Lambert’s in Ozark. Billy had fallen outside recently and ended up with a cracked bone in a sprained wrist. His friends are telling him to be sure and carry his phone when he goes out,…
It has been a crazy few weeks with birthday parties, family visiting, burials of family and friends and keeping up with everyday life. I am sure that you readers can understand that feeling. My little brother, Johnny Nichols and his wife, Diana have been visiting from Goodland, Kansas. Johnny grew…
If you were one of the folks who stopped by our “Fund Raiser” for Pialnd Youth Camp this past Saturday and either had your car washed or bought some item from the bake sale, we appreciate it so very much for your support of our effort to serve the young…
Howdy. It seems as soon as I get one week written, it’s time to write again. As I get older, time is going by so much faster. May 14 was the senior dinner. There was 27 present. Bonita and Linda VanderBogart fixed and served the main course with everyone…
We began with prayer requests and news of progress of those in our congregation who are still dealing with health issues. We were thankful for all the good things the Lord does for us. We invite our visitors back again. Brother Ric read from Exodus 20:1-3, with his main thought…
Friday, I spent a happy two hours or so with Kasey and Karen as they finished planting Kasey’s and my garden. Mine is five tubs with tomatoes and pepper. I already have been eating salad out of mine because they put out onion sets, lettuce, and radishes early. Kasey and…
Plans are being made for the 23rd year of the outdoor musical production of Laura’s Memories that is performed each year on the Ozark Mountain Players’ stage in the Mansfield City Park. The musical, based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House Books, was written by Douglas County native Terry Williams…
Hello from our home to your home! We have made it through National Nursing Home Week and what a week it was! How our Activities Director did it–I don’t know. She came during the night and took down the wall decorations for that day’s theme and decorated thoroughly for the…
Some of us went to Skyline Full Gospel Church Friday night for their singing. It was a real blessing. Come and join us. It is the third Friday night of each month. Bro. Dale opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We had prayer requests and prayer…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school classes we studied how God uses every gift and every person to help serve others. Our specials this morning was Pauline Welker with a reading and a song by the group of Johnnie Miller, Wanda Casady, Bobbie…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Lord Will Return, II Peter 1:7-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school we sang several songs. Elsie Atchison, Lena Ingram, Woodrow Coonce,…
I have two weeks or so worth of news to report in this article so I will see if I can keep everything in order. The first week in May was our Communion Sunday. Our crowd was down a little, but we still had a good service. I had my…
I thought this might be interesting for some of our older citizens. I forget the year but think it was 1943 when my father was an air raid warden in Los Angeles before they drafted him into the Marines at age 38 and with 3 children. One night a Japanese…
My sympathy to the family of Onis Gunter. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. We went to town on Friday and Saturday. Quin and Macee visited me Saturday also. Juanita Kazenske of Illinois called me on Tuesday. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Tuesday also. Jo Stephens visited me on…
“Now is the winter of our discontent made glorious summer…” Champions now forget the discontent of winter, which was not much except for its length and move straight on to glorious summer. Last Sunday morning found frost in low spots and Tuesday temperatures reached 90˚. There will yet be some…
May 15 – Wednesday evening service began by Bro. Jim Lafferty taking prayer requests and praise reports. We praise the Lord for answered prayers. Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. Bro. Jim read Luke 5:1-11, John 21:1-11. It was hard work to fish and catch fish. It is also hard…
5-20-13. Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms the 12th chapter. Opening prayer is given by Sister Clara Lafferty. Our lesson came from II Corinthians the 10th chapter. Paul is writing this letter to the Corinthians because of the disturbance among them. The human part of Paul was to…
“I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tent of wickedness. For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give you grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. O Lord…
We were honored to have missionary guests this week and their daughter. Their daughter has just finished her Junior year at Heartland Baptist Bible College and is planning to spend the summer with her parents before completing her Senior year. She will complete her teaching degree during this upcoming year.…
We’ve been busy around the place this past week. Bob, my son, has been trimming trees and it is taking a while to get everything cleaned up. My squirrels are somewhat confused as their tree limbs are gone and they are learning a new route to their feeder. Bob and…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, May 27—CLOSED. Tuesday, May 28—Swedish meatballs, rice, peas and carrots, fruit. Wednesday, May 29—Manicotti with meat sauce, green beans, garlic roll, ice cream. Thursday, May 30—Ham and cheese sandwich, broccoli cheese soup, salad, cookie. Friday, May 31—Chicken livers, mashed potatoes, gravy, tomatoes, fruit…
Hello Ava!!! What a wonderful week we have had! We enjoyed National Nursing home week. The favorites seemed to be the Mothers Day party, All Day BINGO and Tie Dye Day. The Mothers Day party was well attended by family and friends. We had music, dancing and Gene Crites reading…
Bonnie Phipps said that after church Michael and Wendee Freeman, Matt, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis, Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Roy and Linda Freeman and Roy’s brother and his wife, Dennis and Teresa Freeman all went to Theodosia to Cookie’s Restaurant and ate dinner and then they went for a drive…
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Lloyd E. Witchey and Donna K. Witchey, dated October 18, 2001, recorded on October 25, 2001, in Book 354 at Page 210, Office of the Recorder of…
PUBLIC NOTICE The 44th Judicial Circuit, comprised of Douglas, Ozark and Wright Counties is seeking written applications and bids for private entities to provide probation services and rehabilitation services to misdemeanor offenders and bond supervision services to felony offenders. Submit applications and proposals to: 44th Judicial Circuit, P.O. Box 58;…
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013 11-12 Boys State Farm of Ava (7) vs. Norwood (6) Pro-design (6) vs. Mtn. Grove #1 (4) Monday, May 13, 2013 9-10 Boys Adams Backhoe vs. Mansfield #2 (forfeit) Ava Parks & Recreation (9) vs. Mansfield #1 (2) Ava Victory Academy (9) v s. Mtn.…
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interest in the Estate of JOANNE WOOD, decedent. The undersigned PAUL F. SHERMAN, is acting attorney for the Trustee under a trust, the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper…
“And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness, ” Colossians 3:14. Hope everyone that had mothers remember them on Sunday or anyday. Gary and I went to Ernest and Dara Strong’s home Sunday afternoon for Mother’s Day dinner. Other guests were Tabitha, Stormi and…
Meeting was called to order at 10 am. Carol, Kitty, Doris, Billy, Marie, Sharon, Stanley and Elnora were in attendance. We said the Pledge of Allegiance then we said the Club Collect. Doris said the devotion, The Wonder of the Lord. Marie read the Artwork of God. We had Roll…
Sunday, May 12 was the Sunday after Ascension Day, which was Thursday. In his sermon Bishop Hartley noted that the old term for this day was Expectation Sunday because it is the time in the church year of expectation or waiting for Christ’s return in the form of the Holy…
Sunday was Mother’s Day and the service began with the Praise Team leading music. We then honored the four Senior graduates with a gift. We are truly proud of our youth and wish them well as they enter into real adulthood. Brother Roberts brought the message from II Timothy 1:1-5,…
I read in my devotion on Mother’s Day, Mothers were the last in God’s creation. After he made her, he said, now, I can rest. Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, greeted all mothers present with a big happy mother’s day. LeaAnn Crum had made beautiful corsages for all mothers…
We are so thankful for the rain that is still coming so different than last year. Kenny did some weed eating and Kyle Thompson did some mowing while the girls, Kinsey and Kailey did some cleaning and picking up Tuesday evening. Norma Cross and I was in Springfield on business…
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY. Shelby Moore said, “I can’t think of a thing to criticize my mother about. There’s something special about your mother. Honor your mother today”. Recent prayer requests: Van Renfrow, Carla Bates, Kaye Garrison, Joy Mills, Brenda Michner, Paul McIntosh, Ruby Ely, and unspoken. Birthdays: Mike Tate and…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a great weekend, and all the mothers had one too, as Sunday was a day just for them. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the…
The Red Bank Church service began with hymns led by Jerry Maggard. A warm welcome was provided by Jerry Huff before dismissing everyone to their respective Sunday school class. Birthday mission offerings were given in honor of loved ones having birthdays. Brother Les used Scripture from Genesis 3: 12 as…
Wendell Daugherty treated his mother, Jean Daugherty, to lunch, Saturday, for Mother’s Day at Cookie’s in Theodosia. George and Donna Dale and Billy Fletcher were part of her group. When I went in to the Douglas County Herald office to do some business last week, I got a great surprise.…
5-13-13. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers who read this. I hope each and everyone of you had as good a day as I did. It couldn’t have been much better. Bright sunshine, temps where you just needed the lightest of jackets, if any at all. Walt gave me…
We hope everyone enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day this last Sunday. If you didn’t you certainly missed a good chance. It was a gloriously beautiful day to celebrate with our mothers and if she came to Oak Grove for morning worship service, we sent her home with our blessings and…
Howdy. I think that spring is finally here. Flowers are popping up everywhere, schools are getting out, everyone is going to the ball fields to play summer leagues, and yards are being mowed. I love spring for what it means, new life. Now that brings another matter to mind. Jamie…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were glad to have eleven children. We invite them all back. Sunday was Mother’s Day. We were glad to have eleven mothers. Each mother was…
It was a beautiful day as we gathered for worship on Mother’s Day. We had many prayer concerns for family, friends and church family, and thanked Him for the many blessings He has given us. Brother Ric read from Luke, and preached a very appropriate Mother’s Day message. He spoke…
It has been a beautiful Sabbath day which happens to also be Mother’s Day. Every mother deserves a day to be pampered and my special two days began Saturday when my kids came and prepared brunch which we all shared along with stories of days gone by. I enjoyed this…
Hope all you mothers had a nice day Sunday. I believe I saw 64 on the register at Garrison Church. Lisa and Wyatt Ellison sang together and Lisa had a solo. We had a wonderful service, several went to the altar to pray. Good fellowship among everyone. Nice gifts were…
We had a work day at the church on Saturday. We had a good turn out to help. We got a lot accomplished. We appreciate all who came out and helped Happy Home Church put on a new face. We appreciate those who brought food for breakfast and lunch. We…
Tuesday, May 14 – Maybe we are going to have spring after all. It’s a beautiful morning. Hope all you mothers had a good Mother’s Day. Ted Collins, Autumn and Blaine visited last Tuesday with Ann Collins. Ted mowed her yard Sharon Driskell visited me on Wednesday morning. Ann Collins…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Sunday school lesson was The Peril of False Teaching, II Peter 2:1-3 and 17-22 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed…
I hope all you mothers had a great Mother’s Day Sunday as we all need to thank our mothers we have or had for who we are today. Our pastor, Bro. Benny Dewitt brought a good Sunday morning message on mothers beginning in Genesis, on our first mother, Eve and…
Jamey Herd has not been having a good couple of weeks and running to the doctor every week is no fun. She says no one in the area calls her with news or updates. Same here! Surely some of you have news of your gardens, etc. and goings on at…
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone. Donna Dodson and Diana Davis were both here on Monday. Jolisa Iott came by one day this week. Donna, Reece, Megan, Quin and Macee came by on Thursday. Donna went with Mike Dodson to Springfield on Friday. He had a MRI on his back. Donna…
Thank you Lord for all the good rain and the wonderful temperatures you have been blessing us with. God bless all the mothers and their families on their special day. Thank God for the Christian mothers, who with God’s help strive to give their children the knowledge of our Lord…
Champion phone lines and internet services were fairly clogged with well-wishing sons and daughters hoping to get through to speak with their dear old Mothers on Sunday. Monday finds the old darlings smiling and contented to have been remembered. Some had the good fortune to see their offspring face to…
May 12 – Sunday school on Mother’s Day opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. Bro. Jeff Shipley led us in prayer. Jack read Psalms 130 for our devotion. He dismissed us to study God’s word. Maddie Shipley sang while offering was received. Praise and Worship began with testimonies…
May 12 – We opened with reading of Psalms 121. Opening prayer was given by Ronnie Thomas. In his request to God he offered request to all mothers especially those that may be struggling with a decision of whether to keep their baby or make the choice of abortion. This…
Her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her,” Proverbs 31:28. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalms 130 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for Wanda Goss, Floyd Graham, Betty Satterfield, Agnes Simmons,…
All the mothers were honored, Sunday morning. Each mother received a small tin of hard candies, “Mixed Fruit Drops” and a small book, “God’s gift for Mothers” published by Thomas Nelson. Every lady present received a flower that was ready to be set out. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message…
On Sunday I went to church with Bob and Linda. We went out to eat before coming home. Jenna Davis came out and visited with us. Linda had several calls for Mother’s Day. We visited Barb, Jack, Miracle, Traci and Isabella late Sunday evening and ate supper with them. They…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, May 20—Grilled chicken sandwich, savory potatoes, baked beans, sherbet. Tuesday, May 21—Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, hominy, fruit. Wednesday, May 22—Chicken and dumplin’s, peas and carrots, coleslaw, cake. Thursday, May 23—Spaghetti, green beans, garlic roll, pudding. Friday, May 24—Hamburger/tater tot casserole, cucumber slices,…
Happy Mother’s Day to all moms out there! You know mother’s day is every day, but we set aside one day of the year to pay special attention to her and to say “Thanks mom, for all you do”. Godly woman who fear the Lord will be given strength to…
After church Bonnie said that Ken and Debbie Cederlind, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya came down to Roy and Linda Sue Freeman’s and the others that met them there were Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Wendee Freeman, Matt, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis and Wendee’s cousin and wife who was in…
Greetings from the Ronald McDonald House of the Ozarks, near Cox South Hospital. I have been staying here off and on for several days with daughter Julie as she was released from the PCU in the hospital but referred here to be close to the hospital. On the afternoon of…
Ephesians 3:17, “That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, that ye being rooted and grounded in love.” Monday, Rick and Darlene McCullers visited with Eddie and Linda Sears. Sympathy to Lodene Hammons family. When she lived in Wasola she would baby set a lot. Also when she had…
Members of the Vanzant Community met on Saturday, April 20th to elect new board members for the 2013 year. Don Walker was elected to fill the position of Robert Upshaw who voluntarily resigned. Robert will continue to take reservations for the building. Board members include Bobby Emery, President; Don Walker,…
The changing weather delays early gardening, but there is still time to get plants growing, and the ground needs to be warmer anyway. Trees and shrubs have an abundance of leaves and foilage the past week. Lilacs are pretty now. Sympathy to the families of Don Rackley and Jarrett Nesbit,…
May 7th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 12 weighing in with a weight loss total of 11-3/4 lbs. High loser was Rachel. Note from area captain to all T.O.P.S. chapter – Beverly – Spring workshop in June in Lebanon. 369 miles to wak for the number of…
Sunday, May 5 was the fifth Sunday after Easter, commonly called Rogation Sunday from the Latin for to pray or ask for and on this day we traditionally pray for successful crops as the Easter season is connected symbolically with spring. This day ends the Easter season on the church…
The Praise Team led some very good songs then Brother Roberts brought the message from I Thessalonians 4:13-18, “Rapture -Part 2.” LeeAnn Crum brought an informative message of the operation of Options Pregnancy, then she and her daughter sang two beautiful songs. Delmar and I have been working around the…
May is always a busy month, lots of things going on. Hope you all take time to enjoy the beautiful Dogwood trees as you drive up and down the roads. Norma Cross and Kenny Hunt came down last week to help put my livingroom back in order and mow some…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a great weekend and a safe one. 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.…
When I got back from my fitness exercise, Monday, I had three phone messages waiting wishing me a happy birthday. Then I opened my e-mails there was another. That is a great way to begin another year. I called to see how Jewell Johnson is doing. Lowell says that she…
5-6-13. Oh what a beautiful morning….Oh what a beautiful day! Green, green grass everywhere and green in the trees. I’ve got four bright red tulips out there and they especially show up pretty with the bright green grass all around them. And there’s the yellow dandelions and little purple violets…
Praise the Lord, he has seen fit to send us some much needed rain. Just in time to give us a gloriously green Mother’s Day weekend. We are planning on a wonderful Mother’s Day this coming Sunday morning and hope you will come and join us in thankfulness for the…
Howdy. Well the building on Travis and Mikyla’s house is coming along pretty good now. Chad said he sure is happy to have “Plum Bob Dave” helping him (David Richardson) to all of you that didn’t know who that was. David is on vacation and he is spending it down…
Church began with singing, many prayer requests and a praise report, Sunday morning. We were blessed to have several of Sister Lisa’s family with us, who would later be helping her celebrate her birthday. The congregation sang Happy Birthday to Sister Lisa. Brother Ric preached a very good message, taken…
Scarse news this week. I missed church and I missed club so I haven’t been anywhere or heard anything. Oh well, the weather is always a topic to write about and what about this weather?? We got to watch it snow a few times here in Wasola, but no accumulations,…
Monday morning drags at our house. Our get up and go has left. We took a morning nap and felt better. Monday evening we visited with Gordon and Russ Jones. We told a few tales and left. Nothing like a good hunting or fishing story to share with friends. David…
Hello from our home to your home, Carol Carson came on Tuesday afternoon to have our Bible Study at 3:15, but many ladies were getting a manicure with Whitney Pollard from Three Rivers Hospice, so our starting time was delayed a while and then when we got started it was…
Our morning service opened with Bro. Dale greeting all with a good morning. We had prayer requests with prayer by Sister Ulla. We sang for Jesus. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We gave our gifts for Sunday school and Bro. Gregg blessed them with…
After opening prayer and singing for our morning service, in our Sunday school class we studied about relying on our living hope in Jesus. Always remember that our troubles in this world are nothing compared to the eternal life we have in Jesus. Remember next Sunday, May 12 is Mother’s…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Flourishing Faith, II Peter 1:3-9 and 19-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Raymond Haden sang a…
It has been a busy time on Dogwood Hill. Randy got his cattle “worked” and the horses brought to the barn, so the new grass won’t create founder problems. He worked on two trucks, a tractor, and other things. However, he managed to come for supper three times. Randy got…
My sympathy to the Don Rackley family. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. She talked with Danny while she was here on the phone. She went with Macee Breeding and her kindergarten class to Springfield on Tuesday to the Discovery Center. I watched George Jones funeral on tv Thursday. Donna…
Wednesday evening was attended by John W. John is not very long with his sermons yet, but God is blessing him richly. We all enjoy him very much. Sunday morning service was in Phil. 3:12-16. The jest of the verses to me were, ” I press toward the mark for…
In Champion, as in the rest of the country, Mother’s Day is an opportunity for children to express their love and appreciation to their special Mothers. They make cards and draw pictures, and glue macaroni on to various things that then get painted. Mothers hold on to these precious mementoes…
May 1 – Wednesday evening service at Caney began with singing. Bro. Jeff Shipley began by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Lila Roberts led in prayer. Jeff read Acts 9:10-16, 13:4-5, 16-17, 42-44, 22:28-29 and 24:24-27. The Lord leads in ways we don’t understand and don’t expect usually…
5-5-13. Good morning everyone. After a return of winter for awhile the sunshine is a welcomed presence this morning. One of my questions for next week will be where is the verse that talks of change of seasons in the latter days. I don’t think anyone that studies the Bible…
“Blessed by the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the ressurection of Jesus Christ from the dead,” I Peter 1:3. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Lametations 3:19-24…
When you look at Joe Banks, you might think that you are looking at a fellow who has never been far away from the hills, but a few weeks ago his wife, Pat Banks, brought a copy of the Hornet Apollo Eleven Recovery Cruisebook to church. Joe was aboard the…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, May 13 – Biscuit and gravy, sausage, egg, potato wedge, fruit. Tuesday, May 14 – Cook’s choice. Wednesday, May 15 – Frito pie, baked potato bar, corn, fruit. Thursday, May 16 – Chicken nuggets, cottage cheese, 3 bean salad, coleslaw, cookie. Friday, May…
Spring greetings from Ava Place! Really it is spring, even though this past week we have had snow, sleet and freezing rain. Our first attempt at a garden froze. We are waiting to make sure winter is over to try again. We are very excited that the hummingbirds are starting…
Debbie Cederlind came down Thursday evening and stayed all night with her mother Bonnie Phipps and took her to the doctor on Friday and when she brought her back home Debbie went home. Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Saturday so Debbie could attend her 40th Class Reunion and they…
We didn’t get much snow in the latest snowstorm, but it did snow off and on for those few days. I saw a news clip on TV that showed somebody’s hummingbird feeder covered in snow with the hummers zipping around in the falling snow, feeding as usual. It didn’t seem…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Shawnda L. Teague, A Single Woman Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Shawnda L. Teague, A Single Woman dated July 29, 2011 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds 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, May 13: 1. Pancakes (C),…
Community - Events- 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. ****** Piland Camp Fundraiser, Saturday, May 18, 9 am to…
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“That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness,” II Thessalonians. Sympathy to Mary Hathcock family. Last Monday after Gary saw the doctor we went and visited his mother, Maxine Turner and his sister, Vicki Goodman. Last week Gary and I visited Vic…
April 30th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 16 weighing in with a weight loss total of 15-1/4 lbs. High loser was Kathleen. Rosie got free dues for May. Eileen got a weight loss charm and Liz got her bracelet and charm and charms for walking went to…
Sunday, April 28 was the fourth Sunday after Easter and Bishop Hartley noted that we are at the end of the Easter season. He based his sermon on the gospel for the day, John 16:5; “Jesus said to his disciples, now I go my way to him that sent me…
The morning service was opened with some very uplifting instrumentals and songs. We then had some gospel hymns, followed by prayer requests and prayer also praises. Sister Tillie Fowler sang a beautiful song and did a beautiful job of singing it. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Thess. 4:13-18,…
Monday, 4-29-13, what a beautiful day here in Peckerwood Hollar, the Redbud and Dogwoods will soon be in full bloom. Norma Cross, Kenny Hunt and Seth helped removed the stuff from my living room and Jeff laid the carpet Saturday morning. They came back down and brought it all back…
Sunday, April 28, turned out to be a pretty day. Congregation sang which seemed appropriate. Last Sunday, we had over 104 in attendance. The church had a fishing day on Saturday at the Pay Pond north of Hartville. The fish caught was the dinner last Sunday with all the fixins.…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy 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 a loved one. May…
Well, here it is a beautiful calm, warm, sunny day on the last day of April and I can’t go outside and work in my garden. I’ve been ill with a bad case of Bronchitis and a little Pneumonia thrown in for good measure for about two weeks now. I…
Brother Tom Johnson had comforted so many of us, visiting the sick in hospitals, in homes, and in the nursing homes. He had comforted us when our loved ones moved through the shadow of death, always pointing the way to Christ. He had expressed his confidence in the Lord so…
4-29-13. Another month about gone, but that’s how it goes. It would really be odd if time stood still, wouldn’t it? The roof still isn’t leaking and it’s a good thing because it’s supposed to rain every day this week except tomorrow (Tuesday). It’s still been flooding all around, but…
Well, you could really tell that it was Cherry Blossom time in Webster County as the weather was strange this past weekend. Always seems to rain during Cherry Blossom time. I want to begin by congratulating Savannah Shannon of Olga for placing in the first annual “Viola Weeks Memorial Fiddle…
The 148th session of the Missouri Association of General Baptists was held at Piland Youth Camp sanctuary this last weekend and we enjoyed a wonderful time in the Lord. Guest speakers were, Bob Yeager from Oakland City University, Jeff D. Marsh and Jeff Marsh. No you’re not seeing double and…
Howdy. I have been asked where the word “gleanings” came from, so I asked Ruth Bradshaw. She told me that in the Bible, in the book of Ruth, Ruth would go behind the reapers who picked corn out of the fields, and they were called gleanings (basically the leftovers). I…
Church was opened up with prayer then Dan led the congregation with songs. The children took up the Penny March. Sunday school class was opened up with Bro. Darrel. He taught a very good Sunday school lesson from Luke. Specials were done by the children with Sis. Caylon Graham. She…
Several were away this past Sunday and church attendance was small, however, the Lord is here no matter how many gather in His name. We received another good rain, creeks are running and ponds are full, which is great news beginning the summer. Visitors with Tom and Jewell Elliott have…
Another week of news from Little Creek! Where does all the time go? The days have gone by one by one for 84 years and five days of my life and it seems only yesterday was the spring of my life and now it is winter, just as another spring…
Most folks around here are water logged. It has done some damage, I guess you can’t have your cake and eat it to. It sure helps that we were so dry last year. Loy Lakey has been visiting Ralph and Melissa Hutchinson. Also April the lady they bought their farm…
Hello from our home to your home. This month has simply flown by with snow storm and 80 degree weather, but Spring is definitely here. Our shrubs are beautiful with new growth and some are blooming. I rolled out into the shade of the trees and it really took some…
We had a wonderful weekend in the Lord. Our quarterly meeting was Friday night with a good turnout. We had good singing and good preaching and lots of food and fellowship. Saturday night was our monthly singing and we had a good attendance. Several churches were represented. We had a…
What a beautiful spring day this Monday is. Old man winter seems to be reluctant to give up this year. Sounds like it will be cold again in a few days. I spent the past week in Moberly, they have had lots of rain and a lot of snow, the…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Victorious Saints, I Peter 1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
The regular Fourth Sunday Singing was held Ava General Baptist Church, April 28. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Edgar Stewart opened with prayer; song books distributed/collected by Freeman Porter; 58 present; 29 songs shared. The next Singing will be at Oak Grove Church, June 23, 2013. The…
Well it’s Sunday afternoon and that sun sure feels good. I’m looking forward to these warm days the weatherman has forecasted for us. Darrel and Audean came by for a short visit Saturday afternoon. I think they were just out for a drive to get out of the house. I’m…
It was incredible and beautiful Monday that we’ve all been waiting for. It was a warm, sunny day. We spent the day in Springfield most of the day and will be again early tomorrow for an appointment. It is suppose to be rainy and cold again towards the end of…
What an absolutely gorgeous day today was. This is the weather we think of as spring weather. I hope you remembered to thank God for giving us such blessings as this. My weather man is telling me that the forecast is going to change by this weekend. I guess we…
My goodness, another week gone by! Have you had enough rain yet? Those planning on putting out gardens are probably frustrated. Grandson Nick suggested I should plant something such as tomatoes but as I’ve said before, the Rock of Gibraltar doesn’t have anything over this rocky ridge of Dogwood Hill. …
My sympathy to all the bereaved. Donna Dodson came by on Monday, Quin Breeding and Reece and Megan Goforth were sick this week. Donna took Quin to the doctor on Tuesday. Reece and Megan went to the doctor on Friday. Quin and Macee went to the dentist on Friday. Chase…
Sunday morning, April 28, God has blessed us with a beautiful day. Special requests for prayer were: Ronnie Norman, Donna and family, Colleen and Alberto. The small kids had a song for us after Sunday school. We always enjoy the young ones, they are God’s future church. The pastor’s message…
The bright beautiful days in Champion speak for themselves. They are the halcyon days that are the ideal ones that people will remember. Halcyon means untroubled and peaceful. The definition provided here is for the benefit of a great Champion friend who called last week looking for a definition to…
April 28 – Caney came together singing this beautiful Sunday. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to Sunday school. He took prayer requests and praise reports. We have so much to be in prayer for. Sis. Elsie Combs led in prayer. Jack read Titus 3:1-7 for our devotion. After a very…
Opening prayer was by Lee Hampton. Our lesson was from II Corinthians, chapter 6. Joe read Psalm 129 for opening Sunday school. Our lesson was how we must work together in working for the Lord toward the saving of souls. We discussed the lesson verse by verse in II Corinthians,…
The weather is so topsy-turvy I wondered if I would see a hummingbird before June, but of course they know when to come back and don’t pay attention to my calendar. I wonder if any of you are seeing hummingbirds yet. I finally saw one Monday morning and had to…
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness’ and all these things shall be added unto you,” Matthew 6:33. Everyone of us is looking for something to satisfy us. The only way to fill that void is with Jesus. God loves us, Jesus died to save us,…
Sunday was “Go Blue” Child Abuse Awareness at Bethany Baptist Church. Most people wore blue just as a reminder that we are stewards of God’s precious children. Darlene Sorensen handed each person a small dark blue ribbon to wear on their lapels and shoulders in support of the effort to…
On Friday evening Bob and Linda visited at the home of Kevan and Karen Davis. Several family members were there to visit Justyn, Tiffany, Tyler and Rylee of Lubbock, Texas. They enjoyed a fish fry and lots of visiting. Justyn and Tiffany and children returned home on Sunday. Saturday afternoon,…
Last Weeks News – A true saying is “the darker the berry, the healthier the fruit.” Purple fruit such as blueberries and blackberries and vegetables such as eggplant and purple cauliflower are packed with anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant, and other substances that may help fight heart disease, diabetes, and…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she didn’t have any news and she didn’t make it to church. Tara brought Jett over last Monday and Thursday, Kendra came up for a while and I went in and paid a bill, Kristie came by that evening. Last Tuesday…
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We had chilly temperatures Saturday. Grass is really growing now, and lawn mowing will keep us busy. Congratualtions to newlyweds Paul and Ernestine Guiley, who were married Saturday, April 13th, at the Gaddy home. Gainesville Eastern Star Chapter met this Monday evening, April 22nd. Redbud trees are in full bloom…
April 23rd meeting was called to order by Sharon with 14 weighing in with a weight loss total of 14-3/4 lbs. High loser was Liz. Clara, Judy and Elizabeth stayed the same. The lesson was on Changing Your Habits Is Important. Quick start your metabolism, it isn’t easy. The Choose…
Sunday, April 21 was the third Sunday after Easter. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. John 16:16, ” a little while and ye shall not see me and again a little while and ye shall see me…” In this passage Jesus prepares his disciples…
Sunday morning was not a normal day for Delmar and me. It was a day of being thankful for being alive and serving a living God who is forever faithful to His own. We had a very harrowing experience on Thursday morning, which included being rescued from the flood. We…
Prayer requests were given with so much to pray for. We read our devotional from Psalm 38. Happy birthday was sung to Stan Humbyrd and Happy Anniversary was sung to Daniel and Lindsey Boyd. Josh Dalton prayed the offertory prayer as he and Stan Humbyrd received our Lord’s tithes and…
The big story is about the rain we received last week. Our house was sitting on an island. The branches on either side were running over. It took three hours after the rain stopped to get out and see what damage it had done to our road, 436, the Rome…
A good rainy Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe week with all the rain. Some people had a lot of damage and lost animals due to the flooding. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in…
4-22-13. Dear readers: Well we finally got a couple of days without rain, but it’s supposed to start again this afternoon. As usual, we’re going to Tipton this morning before it starts. Seems like we always go on Mondays and Thursdays. We went last Thursday because I had an appointment…
Praise the Lord for the rain he has sent our way and the beautiful sunny weekend in which to worship him. We missed many of you this last Sunday at our morning worship service the message was, “For The Profit Of Many,” if you were present we hope “You” are…
Howdy. We sure had a gully-washer Wednesday and Thursday. There were car run-offs, people had to be rescued, homes had to have their basements pumped out because they were full of water. But aren’t we glad in this area that there weren’t any deaths? We need to always look on…
Church was opened up in prayer then Dan led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were then dismissed to Sunday school class. Dan taught the adult Sunday school class as Bro. Darrel was sick. Specials were sung by children and led by Sis.…
Church began with singing and as always, so many prayer requests for our community, and our nation, after the tragic things, which have happened in the last few days. Our church and community were very saddened at the loss of our longtime member and dear friend, Mary Ann Hathcock. Our…
This has been a beautiful Lord’s Day. Most all were in church today. Our lesson was over before I knew it. I really appreciate our lesson hour. Danny answers all questions and then discussion. All of us appreciate our teacher and we probably do not tell him often. Burr’s message…
What a Spring it has been….it’s cold, it’s warm and it’s hard to get the garden planted. Early Easter must mean late Spring the way it is this year. Turkeys don’t cooperate very good. Mushroom season is a bummer this year too. James and I had a good Sunday. Gracie…
Our morning service began with a good morning to all from Bro. Dale. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. We gathered our Sunday school gifts with Sister Peggy asking the blessing…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Living On Hope and to encourage those who put their faith in Jesus will again rise and be with Him. There will be a Fourth Sunday Singing at the Ava General Baptist Church Sunday, April…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Suffering Saints, I Peter 4:1-17 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison,…
Good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness we got a good rain didn’t we? All the roads were washed so bad. We said a special pryaer for Leon cause I’ll bet his phone got hot from all the calls he was getting. Anyway Ethan took me…
Hello from our mountain. We had a wonderful service this weekend. We started with a nice crowd for church and getting ribbons to wear in remembrance of child abuse month. Donald preached about what part of your body was the most important. Now I am sure everyone has their own…
We have had a couple of glorious days. Sunday on my way home on Hwy 14 there were no vehicles behind me so I lollygagged and took in the scenery. The Redbuds are so pretty, a true harbinger of spring. So many of the various Oak trees are now showing…
April 23, 2013. The very first thing we need to do is thank the Lord Jesus for his watchful care over Bevy’s mother and step-dad. Our God is faithful. The prayer requests voiced were for Norma, unspoken, the Nation’s leaders, Congress and Senate, Bevy’s Dad, Linda P.’s son, Don Freeman…
Spring! It is the very definition of tumultuousness. Things are roiling in the earth and in the sky. Soil is heaving and zygotes are cleaving in men and beasts. It is a fecund time of year. Some calendars designate April 22nd as Earth Day. It is certainly worth celebrating in…
April 17 – The Goodhope Pickers are coming soon to Caney Church, May 19 at 6 p.m. Bring a dish and or instrument and join in the fellowship. Come hear these fine men witness in song and testimony. You will be blessed. May 2 is the National Day of Prayer.…
4-21-13. We have again come to worship the Lord here in this place. Another beautiful day God has given us and we are ever so thankful for the rain that has got people’s ponds back up and even the lakes are back to their pre-drought levels. I don’t like the…
The Young Women N Christ attended the Youth Retreat that was held last weekend at Hammond Mill Camp. They came back telling about the games and the really generous amount of food that was offered as well as the messages that they heard. Pastor Bob Sorensen and his family attended…
We’ve had a busy week. Last Friday, Bob and Linda took me to Springfield for a doctor appointment, then Friday evening Barby and Andy Williams visited with us. Saturday at McDonald’s we visited with friends and Linda’s granddaughter, Jenna and friend, Megan. Saturday night Barb and Jack came over for…
Spring has certainly sprung! Flowers are in the flower boxes and we have started our garden. Hummingbird feeders have been hung and residents are enjoying spending lots of their time on the front patio. What an amazing time of year! We are enjoying several new activities including exercise with Beverly…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she said she was doing just fine and that she got out and went to church this Sunday. Tara brought Jett over last Monday and James came by and Jett was asleep so he didn’t wake him up, that evening when Tara picked Jett…
It was a good day at church Sunday with a good-sized crowd. I had missed the last two Sundays and it was so good to be back. The first Sunday I was in Texas with Julie to see Scott and last Sunday I was at the hospital with Julie. Julie…
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“By his neesings a light doth shine and his eyes are like the eyelids of the morning,” Job 41:18. Sympathy to the families of Elizabeth Stonerock and Junior Robertson. Last Wednesday Vic and Jean Plante visited with Gary and me. I visited last week with Ted and Linda Bischoff. Ted…
We are getting April showers along with all the pretty blooming shrubs. Forsythia’s have been extra colorful. Turkey season began April 15th, and goes through May 6th. Richard Blackburns’ have had company who turkey hunted. Larry and Tracye Miller from Memphis spent four days with his mom, Jerry Miller, over…
April 16th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 14 weighing in with a weight loss total of 22 lbs. Evelyn was high loser. The lesson was by Rachel on the Five Day Miracle Diet that helps maintain blood sugar levels, conquer food craving, lose weight, banish hunger and…
Meeting was started at 10:15 a.m. Carol, Macie, Elnora, Kitty, Billy, Marie, Doris and Sharon were in attendance. We said the Pledge of Allegiance and the club collect. Macie read the devotion called The Honor System. His Touch was read by Doris. We played a game that Elnora brought. We…
Sunday, April 14 was the second Sunday after Easter. As it is still Eastertide, or the Easter season, altar and vestment colors are white and gold and Easter lilies are on the altar. Bishop Glen Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, I Peter 2:19, on the…
Sunday morning service was opened with the band playing and singing hymns then congregational songs and prayer. I sang a special then Brother Roberts brought the message from John 3:1-8, “When Life Really Begins.” Sunday evening we had an Italian dinner at church. I made lasagna and several others made…
The White River Association will be held this Friday and Saturday at the campgrounds. Brad Siler, our Sunday school superintendent, began our service by us standing to read our devotional from John 15. Several praises were given and prayer requests were shared. Aaron Humbyrd prayed this prayer. Happy birthday was…
Terri Hall, Norma Stillings, Eva Painter, Betty Moore, Ruth Evans, Colleen Lakey, Norma Griffith, Ida Mae Huse, Gladys Long, and Sandy Walker met for lunch with the Senior Citizens at the Ava Community Center. They were happy to have Max and Mona Decker come after lunch so that the retirees…
4-15-13. The grass is really growing, and so are the weeds. Kailey, my granddaughter, mowed part of my yard Saturday. After her, Kyle and I put more dirt and seed on Dick’s grave. Maybe since the ground is warmer, it will grow. Tony came up to fix the lawn mower…
The choir did a special. Bulletin Announcements: Children’s church today with both Helen Batten and Sandy Housley. We love all the kids attending now. The children did a special. Community Outreach Program at Wonder Pay Lake-April 20, Saturday, starting at 8 a.m. Church will pay for a free fishing day. …
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy weekend as the weather was great. 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…
I hope everyone was able to make the tax deadline in time. I heard some say that they had to make sure to get theirs in the mail yesterday before midnight. I don’t like to put that much pressure on myself. I never get our taxes in early, but I…
4-15-13 So look at this April is half over. More and more people are realizing how fast the time goes as you get older. I think it’s rained about every day this month and this is the time of year when it’s rainy and the mother coon is trying to…
The 148th, Annual Session of the Missouri Association of General Baptists will meet on Friday the 26th and Saturday the 27th, at Piland Youth Camp. You are all wecome to attend. Bro. Roy Simmons will bring the opening message on Friday evening and there will be a report given by…
Church opened with prayer. Dan led congregation in song. We had one little girl who was having a birthday. We wish her many more. The children took up the penny march. Then we were dismissed to Sunday school class. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke and…
Church began with singing, “Amazing Grace”, with devotion and prayer requests. We have so many that are out and many with serious illnesses to pray for. We appreciated having Brother Jerry and Donna Loveland in our morning service, and especially having Donna play the piano. Please come again. Brother Ric…
Hello to everyone from Little Creek on this beautiful sunshiny Friday morning. I just finished reading both local newsapapers, and was especially happy to read River Stillwood’s update item. We had just talked of her at club and all were concerned that she hadn’t contributed her excellent writings for quite…
The morning service opened with Sister Naomi greeting all with a good morning. We did our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and prayer was led by Sister Shirley. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Peggy leading in prayer.…
Opening prayer was by Doug Miller. Todays Sunday school lesson shows how God poured the Holy Spirit on the disciples and encourage believers in Jesus to proclaim the gospel. Happy Anniversary wishes goes out to Joie and Stacy Welker and Howard and Diane Graham. April 19th is our third Friday…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Submission Attitudes, I Peter 3:7-16 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Raymond Haden, Ferne…
I don’t know about the rest of you but here at Dogwood, we received quite the hail storm and are thankful that the hail was only pea size, followed by quite a bit of rain. My rain gauge isn’t out yet due to occasional freezing but, it seems it was…
My sympathy to the family of Pearl Stout. Melanie Breeding, Megan and Macee have all been sick this week. Donna didn’t feel good on Wednesday. Danny Bushong has been working in Kansas City. My sister Jaunita Kazenske in Illinois called me on Wednesday. Debra Reed of Kansas called me on…
God has blessed us again with a beautiful day. Did you take timeto thank Him for that blessing? Prayer requests were for Davis family, Tiffani’s uncle, Smokey, Linda P., Betty C., Bevy’s friend, Judy. God knows the need of each person mentioned. “Proclaiming Christianity.” Do you just go to church…
The weather may be unsettled this time of the year but Champions do not mind. They are busy getting things done so that when the weather is perfect they will have nothing to do but enjoy it. This productivity may not be so much the result of good planning as…
April 14 – Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone by taking prayer requests and praise reports. We have many concerns, so many in need of the Lord’s touch. Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. Jack read John 15:1-7 for our devotion. Praise and Worship began with…
4-14-13. It is another beautiful day in the Lord. Flowers are blooming and everything is so green. The birds are singing their beauty and we are so every privileged to assemble here in the house of God. Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms 126. Sister Sue Thomas gave…
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour,” I Peter 5:8. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang He read John 15:1-7 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. We missed Sister Shirley Riley who…
The Young Women N Christ will load up in the church van immediately after school, Friday, to be taken to the Hammond Mill Campgrounds for a weekend Youth Retreat. Darlene Sorensen will be driving and staying with them for this event. It is an opportunity for our young people to…
Bob, Linda and I attended church services Sunday morning. Afternoon visitors of us were Carol, Robert, Blake, Billie, Gail, Jake, Jackie and Dusti. Jackie and Dusti spent Sunday night with Bob and Linda and Jackie hunted on Monday and returned home to Lebanon on Monday afternoon. Bob Miller came on…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, April 22—Chicken Alfredo sauce over noodles, spinach, carrots, fruit. Tuesday, April 23—Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, April 24—Meatloaf, baked potato, corn, roll, sherbet. Thursday, April 25—Sweet and sour pork, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, fruit. Friday, April 26—Ham and beans, cornbread, spinach, potatoes, fruit. We say…
I didn’t get a hold of Bonnie this week. I receive .5 of an inch of rain in my gauge last Monday then by 9 p.m. Wednesday I had one inch and the rest of the time it didn’t show any in my rain gauge. Tara and Jett came over…
I got twenty-five strawberry plants set out over the weekend. As usual I had put the cart before the horse and ordered the plants before I had anywhere prepared to plant them. I rounded up several old tin washtubs that I have used for flower planters and got some good…
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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, April 15: 1. Waffles (C),…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) JESSE L. DRY, ) Deceased, ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00037 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL STATEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION To all persons interested in the estate of Jesse L. Dry, deceased. Notice is…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) CHERIE HELEN BRISTOL ) Deceased, ) Estate No. 11DG-PR00038 NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL STATEMENT TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative will file…
PUBLIC NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS AND FAMILY MEMBERS OF DECEASED SHAREHOLDERS OF AVA INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORP. Notice is hereby given to all shareholders of record of Ava Industrial Development Corporation, their heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, beneficiaries, trustees, guardians, conservators, successors and assigns. The Board of Directors of Ava Industrial Development Corporation…
White River Association will meet April 19 and 20 at the White River Association Campgrounds, 1.5 miles south of Taneyville, Missouri, on Highway 76. Theme for the meeting is “Through The Eyes Of The Scripture.” Speakers will be: April 19, Friday morning 10 a.m. “Absolute Truth”, David Dye. Friday afternoon,…
Though is usually takes April showers to bring May flowers, there are many spring flowers already in bloom and certainly is a good sign spring is here. With warmer temperatures the red wasps came out of their hiding places around here, so I have killed several. They had large “nests”…
April 9th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 16 weighing in with a weight loss total of 17.25 lbs. Linda was high loser. Fun was had at SRD in Springfield last weekend by several members. The lesson was on heredity “It’s All Relative.” Colon cancer is in family…
Sunday, April 7th was the first Sunday after Easter. In the Anglican tradition Easter is not just one Sunday, but Eastertide, or season of several Sundays to stress the significance of the time for the church. Bishop Glen Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ist St.…
Sunday morning service opened with prayer and the Praise Team leading us in some awesome songs. Brother Dave Lafferty did a beautiful song for the special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Ephesians 5:21-25, “Children Will Pay the Price.” Sunday evening, we had the Gideon speaker, Brother Ted Kane, who…
Last Weeks News – Our God is great and mighty and we give Him the praise and glory for a good week in revival, good attendance, great spirit and great preaching by Brother Randy Dalton. Our church truly was strengthened and encouraged. Many now have a closer walk and some…
It is kinda gloomy down here in the holler this morning, but I think spring is here. Tim Jenkins’ mother, Margie, and sister, Debbie, came up from Poplar Bluff Monday to take Tim out for lunch to help him celebrate his birthday. I can always remember he was born on…
A good morning to our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend as the weather was nice for a cookout or a picnic. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to…
Hello everyone. The Church service at Red Bank began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. A warm welcome was provided by Jerry Huff. Special music was presented by Eloise Hallmark. Brother Les preached the morning sermon on, “The Law Shows us Our Sin.” (Romans 3; 23-24) For all have sinned,…
4-1-13. So here it is April’s Fools Day. I hope everyone had a good Easter. I did. I stayed home, got caught up on some laundry, watched some golf and relaxed. We got a “Happy Easter, love ya” from Walt’s son, Randy Allison. He lives in Minnesota, but drives a…
There was such a great Easter parade and activities in Fordland. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves and this has become a treasured event for this community. We appreciate Pam and Virgil Keeton for all of their hard work and to the many area businesses that contributed as well. I am…
If you didn’t have a wonderful day this past Sunday you certainly missed a good chance. The Good Lord blessed us with a fabulous sunny day with the perfect breeze to keep us comfortable and enough fluffly clouds to decorate an azure sky, it just doesn’t get any better than…
Another wonderful day for worship Sunday, with several prayer requests and praise reports,also. We appreciated our visitor. We miss those who were absent. Brother Ric read 1Corinthians 15:1-19, for his message entitled, “What if there was no resurrection?” He also spoke on some of the problems that churches are facing…
Last Weeks News- I almost forgot to write my news until my sister Jean called just now with hers. She and Jim had company for dinner after church namely Danny and Jamie Dry and their son, Benji and Dana, Rusty Frye and Ruth and Burr Taber. After dinner guests were…
Hello from our home to your home. It is such a lovely day, absolutely perfect with a slight breeze. I just returned from a journey outside. I managed to visit the fish pond and spend a while under the shade of one of our Bradford pear trees with the breeze…
Our morning service was opened by Bro. Dale with a good morning to all. We said the pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus and prayer requests were made. There were many. Prayer was led by Sister Juanita. Sunday school began with our leader Bro.…
Doug Miller opened our service with prayer, after singing, our Sunday school lesson was on when God gives us promises He keeps His word. Jesus promised His resurrection, peace, understanding and a renewed power to the disciples. Our special song was by Ramona Henning. Bro. Huskey brought our morning message…
Church started Sunday morning with singing songs. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Growing To Christian Maturity, I Peter 2:11-17 and 21-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well this has been a wonderful day. I really did enjoy the warmth. We had good service at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff said he was going to preach at Girdner Church tonight. The kids here took their boats and went to the lake. They brought home some fish and then…
As normal, I am a week behind. We had a great Easter weekend. We started out with breakfast at church. We fixed the works: sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs and pancakes. We had a kitchen full of hungry people. Someone even made some cinnamon rolls, which I enjoyed. After we…
In the twilight hours just before sleep when my prayers drift in and out, I come with such good ideas for this column and such good plans for spring cleaning the next day, etc. Then, next day when I wake up all these brilliant ideas have disappeared like a puff…
Gene Pool visited me Thursday. Donna Dodson and I went to Springfield Friday to shop and have lunch. Donna came by on Monday to mail a letter for me and was here also on Tuesday. Quin Breeding spent Friday night with Hunter Hall. Reece Goforth visited Melanie Nelson and family…
This is the day, the Lord has made, let us rejoice in it. I think Spring has arrived, it sure was a beautiful day. Thank you God. Prayer requests were many: Frank Gary Honeycutt, Tom Brown family and unspoken. Bevy was ill, we pray she recovers very soon along with…
The second week in April seems to have a theme running through it over the years. Last year this article began: “April 9, 2012–In Champion the gardener waits for the harvest and has patience for it and like James said, he is patient while waiting for the early and later…
April 3 – This writer has not been here on Wednesday very much due to weather and family sickness, maybe things will be better now. Services at Caney began with singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth took charge of the service taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Lafferty led in…
Jewell Elliott was hostess for Tuesday evening Bunco at her home in the Mt. Tabor community. After one hour of games winners were: Joretta Sawyer, high, Sybil Heckendorn, second, Dixie Garrett, low, and Allie Gentry, door prize. Jewell served refreshments to the winners and these other regular members: Janet Sallee, Lucille Jenkins,…
4-7-13. Spring is finally here I believe and God’s beauty is all around us this morning. Sunshine is here and birds are singing. At night the frogs sing us a lullaby. How I love this time of year. Our Sunday School lesson began with the reading of Psalms 93. Opening…
“And it came to pass, while He blessed them, He was parted from them, and carried up into Heaven,” Luke 24:51. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read I Corinthians 15:1-8 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. We sang Happy Birthday to Macee Breeding.…
Bethany Baptist Church was pleased to have guests come in Sunday morning. Guests are always welcome to all the services and activities at the church. There will be a Ladies’ Bible Study, Thursday morning at 8:30 to 10:00. They are studying the Leviticus instructions on the different offerings and how…
We’re sure enjoying the nice weather and watching the grass and flowers growing and tree budding out. I hung the hummingbird feeder out. It may be a little early but it won’t be too much longer before they come. My rhubarb is growing and parts of the yard needs mowed.…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 15—Chicken wings, coleslaw, cottage cheese, cookie. Tuesday, April 16—Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, hominy, fruit. Wednesday, April 17—Frito pie, baked potato bar, corn, jell-o. Thursday, April 18—Stuffed peppers, green beans, roll, ice cream. Friday, April 19—BBQ sandwich, savory potatoes, salad, fruit.…
April is upon us and we are all so very excited for spring. We have enjoyed the moisture mother nature blessed us with, now bring on the sunshine and warmth! March had many holidays in it and we had fun with them all. We enjoyed our Easter egg hunt with…
Tara brought Jett over last Monday and that evening when Tara picked Jett up I went over to the Lodge Hall for our O.E.S. Friendship Night, since it was April Fool’s Day for our refreshments we had breakfast for our supper meal and was it ever good. Last Tuesday I…
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WEEK 4 – April 4, 2013 K – 1 8:30 am - Proverbs 15 Photo (5) vs. The SWAT Team (1) 9:15 am - Murphy Oil (3) vs. Payroll Advance (1) 10:00 am - Casey’s General (1) VS. Zumba (2) 2 – 4 11:00 am – Town &…
Those in attendance: Karen Sinning, Jimmie and Sharon Marler, Irma Jean Betts, Ruby Ely, Louise Murr, Jessica McCleary, Greta Webb, Nancy Smith, Wilma Hutsell, Gail Lawson, Pat Edquist, Elaine Duey, Sue Durden, Reta Tyrrell, Susie Graham, Donna Streight, Leon Pendergrass, Charlene Murrell, Vicki Stewart, Bonnie Maxwell, two guests from Assisted…
“But thou, O Lord, shalt endure forever and thy remebrance unto all generations,” Psalms 102:12. Ronald Potter stopped by Friday night to visit and said his brother Leon had a stroke and had been in the hospital a few days. Paula Bentley spent Thursday night in the hospital in Springfield…
In Missouri if we want a change in weather, just wait unitl tomorrow as we usually have a variety of temperatures. Best wishes to Hilda Carter as she had a 7 hour surgery in Columbia Hospital and is presently in West Plains for recuperative therapy and has our prayers. Roger…
April 2nd meeting was called to order by Sharon with 11weighing in with a loss of 15 lbs. High loser was Liz. Today was installation of new officers which are: Leader, Sharon; Co-Leader, Margaret; Secretary/Reporter, Rachel; Treasurer, Evelyn; Weight Recorder, Linda and Co-Weight Recorder, Judy. The ceremony was based on…
Sunday, March 31 was Easter Sunday. After the solemn season of Lent with its somber colors and rituals the altar was beautifully appointed with masses of Easter lilies and other white flowers and altar and vestment colors are white and gold and the white and gold paschal candle it lit.…
Easter Sunday morning service was opened with the band playing and singing hymns. Prayer requests and prayer was offered. Brother Roberts welcomed a full house to Walnut Grove Church. Brother Roberts brought the message from Revelations 1:18, “Death Could Not Hold Him In The Grave.” Spending Easter weekend with Jerry…
On February 12, over 700 Missouri retired teachers and retired education personnel attended the Missouri Retired Teachers Association’s annual Legislative Day at the Capitol in Jefferson City. Among those attending were Marie Bristol and Ida Mae Huse from the Douglas/Ozark Counties’ Retired Teachers Association. After a short welcome by House…
The sun is beautiful here this morning, but it is pretty cool. Kenny Hunt was in Cox Hospital a few days last week. He had blood clots and high blood sugar. He was released Wednesday evening. His mother, Norma Cross, picked him up. He will be staying with her a…
March 31, Easter Sunday-we had over 40 attend Easter breakfast, and over 98 attend church services. Shelby Moore said this was a “Good Crowd” today. The choir did a special. The Children, Jamie Guilliam and Stanley and Glenda Jones did specials. Birthdays: Roy Dennis, Loretta Ellis, Katie Sellars, and Phyllis…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a good and safe weekend. And a great Easter with friends, family and neighbors. 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…
I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter holiday. It was one of the most beautiful Easter Days that I can remember enjoying. Usually, it is quite cold and blustery. Yesterday was the first day of April. Also commonly known as April Fools Day. The closest I came to falling for…
Norma Stillings has kept up her visits to the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center. She noticed her neighbor, Tom Johnson, looking stronger. His goal is to go home soon and it looks like he will do it. There have been visitors at the Johnson home and at the Healthcare…
3-27-13 Dear readers: We’re gonna try to get out this morning while the ground is frozen and go to Tipton and try to get back before it thaws. What a mess! It’s all the way up to 31 degrees right now so it’s climbing. It was twenty-eight degrees just a…
We trust that you had a beautiful celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ this past Sunday and hope you have plans to be in His service throughout the year as well. Our message next Sunday, April 7th is scheduled to be, “The Charge.” No that is not…
Howdy. Ruth Bradshaw gave a birthday surprise party Sunday evening for her caregiver, Gale Robertson. There were a lot of people there. She received a dozen pink roses and several gifts. Cake and ice cream was served. Laurel Hall and June Swanson wanted to do something special for their friend,…
We had good services Easter Sunday. We opened up in prayer then the congregation was led in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We are really proud of our young people. Birthday offering was given by Rachael Garner and Bro. Graham’s grandson. They both are five years…
It was a very rainy morning on the outside, however, the inside was warm and a wonderful day for Easter Resurrection Sunday. We appreciate all who came out to hear a hopeful message about the Risen Savior. We had several prayer requests to begin our service, please remember each of…
April showers bring May flowers and mushrooms. Mercy where is the warm weather. Most everyone is afraid we will go from a cold, wet spring to another drought. Wednesday James and I attended the retirement party for Deb (Hodges) Hall at Delmina Woods. She worked 23 years there. She is…
We had a wonderful spiritual Easter Sunrise Service. Attendance was good. Bro. Ray Dobbs brought the message from the Lord. He kept us on the edge of our seats through it all. We thank Bro. Ray, his wife and their daughter for coming to join us in this day of…
Monday, April 1st. Mark and Debbie Herron and their four daughters, Sensi, Gracie, Gena and Gabby and their daughters of Plattsmouth, Nebraska recently spent a week visiting Don and Kathy Haney. Debbie is the Haney’s daughter. On their return trip home they toured Fantastic Caverns and also a cheese factory…
Easter Sunday we started our early morning with a Sunrise service at 7 a.m. Bro. Rodney Brown was our guest speaker with text from Luke, chapter 24. Jesus is our risen Savior and because He lives we have hope today and eternal life and can go to him directly with…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Hope Of The World, I Peter 1:3-7 and 18-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well I sure hope everyone had a good Easter Sunday. The Lord blessed us with a beautiful day. We had good services at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff had a really good sermon. Then after services we had dinner and fellowship. Always lots of good food. We enjoyed Bro. Gaither’s song…
What a busy, blessed, holy week, as well as a sad one for me. A truly good friend passed away, a trip to the doctor was encouraging, a trip to the dentist found a couple of tiny cavities to be addressed (do they ever stop showing up?), baking, various Holy…
Donna Dodson and I went to Springfield Monday. Reese, Quin and Macee were here Friday evening. Melanie and Keith Breeding went to Springfield, MO. John and Jo Stephens, Lisa Hensley went to Max and Kathy Stephens for Easter Sunday. Those here Easter Sunday in the afternoon to hide and hunt…
“This is the day the Lord has made, Let us rejoice in it.” What a wonderful Easter Sunday. Christ is Risen, death could not hold Him and because of this we can have eternal life, if we accept Him as our Savior. The Pastor’s sermon started in John 19:25. Because…
Easter seemed early this year, but some reading reveals that Easter Sunday can fall anywhere between March 22 and April 25, since it is set to correlate with Jewish Passover and that holiday is based on solar and lunar cycles. It was certainly a glorious day and the Champion Easter…
March 20 – Caney Church came together Wednesday to praise the Lord and read and study God’s word. Service began with singing then Bro. Jeff Shipley took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Laffety led us in prayer. Jeff read I John 1:5-10 and I Timothy 4:1-16. John…
Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms 14. Opening prayer was given by Bro. Ronnie Thomas. Our Sunday school lesson came from 2nd Corinthians the first chapter. The 3rd verse begins with blessing God, the Father of Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.…
“And they enetred in, and found not the body of the Lord Jesus,” Luke 23:3. We serve a risen Savior. What a wonderful God we serve and a wonderful Savior that died for us. We are so blessed. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the…
The folks at Bethany Baptist Church were pleased to have visitors, Sunday morning, and even more visitors Sunday evening for the Fellowship Supper and the presentation of the Easter Cantata. Some of the visitors had come from the Gainesville area, some from Mansfield and one whose home is in Alaska.…
Our activities around the Center this week include: Monday—Jam session 6-9, Extension exercise class 10-11. Tuesday—OATS bus to Ozark, DCCA Board Meeting 12:30. Wednesday—OATS bus in and around Ava, Pinochle Tournament 12:30, Extension exercise class 10-11. Our pitch tournament on Tuesday, April 2 had these individuals as winners: Janell Mische…
I talked with Wendee Freeman and she said Cecilia and Madison got together Saturday and fixed the Easter eggs for Sunday so you could call them the bunny rabbit. Sunday Easter dinner guests in the Bonnie Phipps’ home was Roy and Linda Sue Freeman, Cecilia Edwards, Michael and Wendee Freeman,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated October 7, 2008 executed by Mahlon Schmucker and Randie Schmucker, husband and wife, and recorded in the…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of : ) LESTER FLOYD GILLESPIE, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 13DG-PR00012 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Small Estate) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LESTER FLOYD GILLESPIE, Decedent. On 22 MAR 2013 a…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION In re the Marriage of: ) LAURIE HERRELL and ) MICHAEL HERRELL, ) ) LAURIE HERRELL, ) Petitioner, ) vs. ) MICHAEL HERRELL, ) Respondent/Movant, ) and ) CLAIR GRAHAM, ) Third Party Respondent. ) Case No. 12DG-CC00021 ) …
NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES E. CURRY, DECEASED: The undersigned, SUE CURRY JONES, is acting as Trustee under a Trust, the terms of which provide that the debts of the Decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of…
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BANKING SERVICES The City of Ava, Missouri, is requesting proposals for its banking services. Proposals will be received at City Hall, 127 SW 2nd Avenue, Ava City, MO 65608, until 10:00 A.M. on April 18, 2013. Detailed Request for Proposal (RFP) information including general information, scope of…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Brenda Bartlett, A Single Woman TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Brenda Bartlett, A Single Woman dated 09/22/2010, and recorded on 09/27/2010 Document 101403 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Douglas County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor…
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WEEK 3 – March 30, 2013 K – 1 8:30 am - Murphy Oil (1) vs. Zumba (4) 9:15 am - Payroll Advance (1) vs. Proverbs 15 Photo (5) 10:00 am - Casey’s General (4) VS. The SWAT Team (2) 2 – 4 11:00 am – Casey’s General Store…
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, April 8: 1. French Toast…
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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. * * * Revival starting April 15th at Friendship Church on U Highway nightly at 7 p.m. R.E. Helsley,…
“And go quickly and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead and behold, he goeth before you into Galilee, there shall ye see him, lo, I have told you,” Matthew 28:7. Happy Easter weekend. Sympathy to my son-in-law, Paul Johnson. His grandma passed away Sunday in California.…
Palm Sunday was really a chilly day here in the Ozarks. Mearl and Beaulah Satterfield, Doug and Karen Livingston went to Pierce Arrow Show Saturday evening and while in the Branson area they visited George and Mary Boze, and Geneva and David King. Kris Luebbert and granddaughter, Alexus from Lindsborg…
March 26th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 13 weighing in with a total loss of 8-3/4 lbs. We have two new members. We welcome them. Ulla was high loster. Judy, Liz and Sharon stayed the same. Judy had the lesson on water from the Mayo Clinic. The…
Sunday, March 24th was Palm Sunday, the Sunday next before Easter, celebrated in commemoration of Christ’s triumphal entry into Jersusalem. Bishop Hartley noted in his sermon that this day is a special day in liturgical churches and was first observed in Jerusalem in the fourth century. In liturgical worship an…
Sunday morning service was opened with prayer requests and prayer then a short video. The Praise Team led us in some beautiful songs of praise. Brother Roberts brought the message from Luke 23:32-33, “Calvary.” The A team won the contest we were having at Walnut Grove, but the C team…
We read our devotional reading from 1 Corinthians 10 followed by prayer requests. As always, there is so much to pray about—our nation, leaders, service today, our weekly services each evening with Evangelist Randy Dalton and a baby arriving at the home of Brad and Patty Siler. Kim Humbyrd prayed…
Here in Peckerwood Hollar we got almost seven inches of snow Thursday evening. It could have been more if it had not of melted when it hit the ground the first few hours. It was a beautiful snow. The kids and I made a snowman. Norma Cross, Kenny Hunt and…
A good morning to our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend, even on the cold, rainy day on Sunday. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have…
Last Weeks News – Church service at Red Bank began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. A warm welcome to members and guest was provided by Jerry Huff. Brother Les announced that there will be Dinner on the Grounds at Red Bank on March 31, after the Easter service. We…
Let me begin this correspondence on a somber note from this community. We have all been saddened by the tragic loss of dear, Barbara Burks. She was such a fine lady and friend to so many. Seems just like the other day, we were visiting at the Christmas Eve service…
Meeting called to order by Ulla. The minutes of last meeting was read and approved. We read the balances from the flower fun and the bus account from the treasurer’s report. The new bus was paid out of the Columbia account. Jeff attended today and brought us copies of the…
We hope you enjoyed the “snow day” last Sunday. Even with all the precipitation forecast for the weekend we only experienced light flurries and a little rain, certainly not enough to dampen our spirits (there’s a pun in there somewhere.) This week, Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. we will have…
Howdy. Well, I think Friday morning the peepers weren’t peeping and the gobblers were probably quiet as church mice. The good thing about it snowing in spring is that it doesn’t stay long. Prom turned out fun for all. Our Best Dressed Couple for the night was J.D. Chadwell, son…
We were glad to have our visitors Sunday morning, several from Brother Ric and Lisa’s family that were here for his mother’s funeral. We had many prayer requests, and especially the bereaved. Brother Ric read James 4:13-17, with the title, “Keep God In Your Plan.” We can make lots of…
What a Saturday! James married a couple at noon at Garrison Church. We came back home and went to his niece, Ashlee Rowland’s 16th birthday. Those attending were her grandmother, Kathy Lunday and grandad, Coleman Fugate, her aunt, Shawna, Jason, Cale and Jena Phillips, her great aunt, Christy Lakey, great…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a busy week around our home getting ready for the annual Easter Egg Hunt for Ava Head Start and the Ava Elememtary Kindergarten classes. The Easter Bunny is scheduled to appear on March 27th at 11:00, we all look forward…
Bro. Gregg opened our morning service with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Sister Naomi led in prayer. We did our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We gave our gifts for Sunday school with a blessing by Bro. Gregg. Our…
After opening prayer and singing to start our morning service we were taught in our Sunday school lesson the privilege of serving others. Jesus was always teaching that to his disciples. Sometimes Jesus’ life situations often left them speechless. The church enjoyed some special songs by Al Jenkins and Phyllis…
Okay its official, spring is here. You can’t tell it by the weather, but love is in the air. We had a wedding shower at church last Saturday. Even with all the snow and cold wind, we still had a fairly good crowd out for church Sunday morning. We even…
Word came to me a few days ago that the College of the Ozarks at Branson will no longer take students with loans. This is a “working”, private Christian campus for which applicants must show a financial need. Some students may have federal or state aid or a scholarship. Apparently…
The family of Jo Engelhardt have my sympathy. Debra Reed of Kansas called Friday night. Donna Dodson, Quin and Macee Breeding, Jo Stephens, Gene and Rheba Pool and I went to Mountain Grove, Missouri Saturday to Jessica Lawson’s bridal shower. Ther was a big crowd there. This is the April…
I don’t care what anyone says, the ground hog did see his shadow. I am tired of this cold weather and the wind, but God is in control. Colleen took the many prayer requests to God. I am so happy God hears all those requests. One of the brothers in…
Fierce winds blew the clouds apart in the middle of the night long enough for the soon to be full moon to shine golden down into the face of the sleeping Champion. Being awakened in such a pleasant way made it easy to slip back into the comforting dreams of…
3-24-13. Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms 112. Opening prayer was given by Brother Danny Lee. Our Sunday school lesson was the last chapter of 1st Corinthians, chapter 16. Paul is giving the final greetings to the church of Corinth. He is assuring the church to accept those…
There is always some kind of activity being planned at Bethany Baptist Church. The Young Women N Christ are planning to take part in a Youth Retreat at Hammond Mill in April. The Ladies Bible study group will soon conclude a series of lessons on “Giving an Acceptable Sacrifice to…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 1—BBQ pork, soup, salad, cookie. Tuesday, April 2—Country fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas, fruit. Wednesday, April 3—Bone-in chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, roll, mixed vegetables, pudding. Thursday, April 4—Beans, cornbread, spinach, potatoes, fruit. Friday, April 5—Baked spaghetti, green beans, roll, cake.…
It was a very cold, wet and snowy morning for spring today, but was still a great day to worship God. There were just a few announcements before we got to the service that morning. The community Good Friday service will be at the Ava General Baptist Church at 7:00…
Bonnie Phipps said she was doing lots better. Tara brought Jett by last Monday and that evening I went to my O.E.S. meeting and after it was over I dropped my news off at the Herald Office before coming on home to get ready to go to Monica Reemes’ for…
in the circuit court of Douglas County state of Missouri Bank of America, N.A., ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Pat A. Smith, et al., ) Defendants. ) Cause No. 13DG-CC00023 ) Notice Upon Order For Service by Publication The State of Missouri to Defendant(s) Pat A. Smith: You…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Estate of : ) MARY R JONES, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 13DG-PR00005 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Independent Administration) To All Person Interested in the Estate of MARY R JONES, Decedent: On 20 MAR 2013,…
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, April 1: 1. No School…
Pre – K 9:00 am – Thru The Grapevine vs. PC Express 9:35 am – Collins Law vs. Ava Parks 10:20 am Town & Country Bank vs. Diva Dog Grooming MAKE-UP DAY IS April 20th for any games cancelled. THERE IS NO Tournament for this age group. Medals are awarded…
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“And He said unto them, ‘Take heed and beware of covetousness, for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he posesseth.” Luke 12:15 Sympathy to the Helen Gardner family. A couple of weekends ago, John Sears and daughters, Alexis and Caitlynn, from Indiana, visited with…
Happy spring to everyone this Wednesday, March 20th! Missouri Arbor Day is April 5th and a reminder we should take care of our trees. The Little Vine Fellowship members of the General Baptist Churches enjoyed meeting at Lilly Ridge, who hosted the meeting this past Saturday, March 16th. We missed…
March 19th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 13 weighing in with a loss of 7 lbs. The high losers were Clara and Sharon. The lesson was Balancing Act: Achieving a Healthy Balance. Feb. T.O.P.S. issue is on falls can be prevented. An analysis of balance studies found…
Sunday, March 17th, was the fifth Sunday in Lent, commonly called “Passion Sunday.” Altar and vestment colors are violet and crosses are veiled in purple as a visual reminder and symbol of the seriousness of the Passiontide season. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the Epistle for the day, Hebrews…
Sunday service was opened with music by the band then some congregational hymns. Prayer requests and prayer followed. Sister Tillie Fowler sang a beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Corinthians 3: 1-5, “Are You a World-Class Christian?” Sunday evening was movie night and we watched, “Little Red…
Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, began with us standing to read our devotional from Psalms 91. Prayer requests were shared and Doyle Humbyrd prayed this prayer followed by singing. Happy anniversary was sung to Stan and Kim Humbyrd, who are celebrating 30 years. We were dismissed to our classes…
3-18-13. Friday and Saturday gave us a preview of spring which is around the corner. I noticed the cows were out eating on the fresh, green grass that is seeking up through the ground. After Bible study on Tuesday morning at Goodhope Baptist Church Norma Cross and I went to…
Today, St. Patrick’s Day, we had a big crowd in church, especially young children. Today’s addition to the prayer list: Van and Sharon Renfrow, Carla and Erin Bates, Billie Marler, Sharon Marler, Terry Short, Jerry Lee, Kenny Northcutt, Becky Cottengim, Ernie Dobson, and Sue Durden. The choir did a special.…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors, and our readers. We hope everyone had a good weekend, although it was a wet one. A good day to be inside unless you were a duck. So much for my weather report. We send get well wishes to all the sick,…
Tom and Jewell Johnson have been facing some very serious health issues lately. Many people have prayed for them, hoping for a full and complete recovery. We were glad to hear that both of them were better. We learned that Tom had been moved into a hospital room. Jewell has…
3-12-13. Dear Readers: Does it seem like it should be this late in March? It’s true that time flies faster the older you get, when you want to savor every minute. Younger people will find out. But for most younger people, they’re so busy all the time, I think it…
This coming Sunday is Palm Sunday and in keeping with that very important event in Church and Christian history the message planned with be, “Christ’s Coming and Christ’s Coming.” No you are not seeing double that is really the title of next weeks message, unless the Spirit leads another direction,…
The Nubbin Ridge Homemakers Club met March 14th at 1:00 p.m. in the home of Dorothy Burton. Following the reading of our club collect, Nadine read a poem, “All Things Bright and Beautiful” by Cecil Frances Alexander. The ladies will meet March 19th at Bethany Baptist Church for County Council.…
Howdy. Can’t wait for spring, which is the 20th of this month. Elms begin blooming, turkeys start to gobble and the spring peepers (frogs) start talking. The end of this month the ruby throated hummingbirds begin to arrive. Spring is the beginning of new life which also reminds me of…
Church opened up in prayer then Dan led the congregation in song. The children took up the Penny Church. Bro. Darrel brought a good lesson from Luke. Rayonna and Rachael sang a special and then Dan sang a special with the girls. Darrel and Helen also sang a special. Church…
Services began with prayer for those in need, the military, the unsaved, those with illnesses, nursing home patients, and the bereaved. We were sorry to hear of the death of pastor’s niece in Kansas City. Brother Ric used the title,”Satan In His Best Dressed Suit”, as his message Sunday morning. He…
Good Monday morning everybody. I’m ready for coffee. It looks cold and wet outside, but I think we got over an inch of welcome rainfall. I stayed home yesterday due to different health issues and since I missed church and also club Wednesday. I don’t have much news. Karen came…
March 7th was a good root crop day. We will see. We planted the spuds and put out our onion sets. Peas were planted in Feb. Early bird gets the worm and they usually get my peas. James cleaned the Martin boxes, so when the scouts come through they will…
Hello from our home to your home. Oh, my, the weather has been wonderful for a few days! It is as if Spring were already here. Today is Sunday and it is raining and that too is like spring. Saturday morning Mrs. Norma Stillings was here playing the piano and…
Some of us from Happy Home Church went to Skyline Full Gospel Church last Friday night for their monthly singing. Lots of good music, fellowship and food. Our morning service opened with a good morning to all from Bro Gregg. He prayed and we had the pledges to the flags…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Daniel’s vision of things that must come before the end and should be an encouragement to all Christians. Our special song this morning was by our quartet of Narvil Tetrick, Wendell Deo, Rod and Joie…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Way of Words and Wisdom, James 3:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Bro. Lyle Wright read…
I said last week that we would all start getting spring fever and today I talked to a lady that already has lettuce, radishes and onions planted. I do not have anything in the garden, but we do have our tomato plants started. Just think fresh tomatoes, what could be…
It has been a busy week. As mentioned last time, I met up with grandson Nick and his wife Sheila in Springfield after my medical appointment. Such a nice visit! We went to Hibachi Buffet for lunch and as usual, I ate too much. Good thing I had other places…
Donna Dodson came by on Monday. She took me to get bloodwork done on Thursday morning. Others here on Thursday were John and Jo Stephens, David Dodson and Michael Dodson. David and Mike fixed my sewer problem. John and Jo Stephens visited Sue Turley Thursdsay afternoon. Debra Reed of Kansas…
Wednesday evening service was by Bro. Alberto. He spoke about our duty to continue on with a new convert, don’t leave them alone in their new found faith. Show them the word, be a mentor unto them. The experience is new and unfamiliar, guide them. Sunday morning reading was by…
Sunday’s rain was just what Champions needed. One of the TV weather people said the neighborhood is in better shape this year going into the growing season than it was last year. Better is good. Champions are glad and optimistic by nature so, “Let it rain, let it pour. Let…
We came together at Caney, to praise the Lord and study His Word. Bro Jim Lafferty, welcomed all to service. Prayer requests were taken and Bro. Jeff Shipley led us in prayer. Jim read Isaiah 65:1-16 and made comments. Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone,…
Hello from Breedon Church. Our regular Sunday school leader, Joe Lafferty read the 75th Psalm. Danny Lee said the opening prayer. Our lesson was in the 15th chapter of Corinthians. The 52nd verse says, “In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump, the trumpet shall…
“Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of Man cometh,” Matthew 24:44. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalm 92:1-12 for the devotion then disimissed us to class. Brother Bobby Turley took up the tithes and…
On any given weekday, if you stop by Bethany Baptist Church you may find someone working. It might be some of the men working on the building or some of the ladies vacuuming the auditorium. Someone might be mopping in the fellowship room or sweeping the front porch. All this…
The menu down at the Center this week is: Monday, March 25—Chicken fried steak, potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, roll, fruit. Tuesday, March 26—Meatloaf, baked potato, green beans, bread, pudding. Wednesday, March 27—Ham, sweet potatoes, peas and carrots, roll, pudding. Thursday, March 28—Fish, hush puppies, cheesy potatoes, ice cream. …
We had a packed sanctuary despite the cold rainy weather last Sunday. It was good to see everyone worshipping and singing songs of praise to our Lord. Bro. Oren reminded us of the many requests for prayers we need to keep in our minds this week. We know of several…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Sunday to visit with her mother, Bonnie Phipps, and then went back home that night. After the last rain Sunday night I went out and poured out all the rain in my gauge and I had one inch total. Tara brought Jett over last…
One week closer to spring on the calendar. I have been cutting brush and piling and burning it when the wind quits blowing long enough. I waited and burned one pile during the rain we got on Sunday. I was afraid it wouldn’t burn in the rain but that particular…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: ) TIMOTHY BRIAN GRAY, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 13DG-PR00006 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE On the 20th day of February, 2013, SHEILA J. GRAVY was appointed the Personal Representative of the estate…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: ) MARJORIE MEADOR ) Incapacitated/Disabled ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00064 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARJORIE MEADOR, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 16th day of JANUARY,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION MELISSA JANE DEATHERAGE ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) VERNARD DEATHERAGE JR ) Respondents. ) Case No. 13DG-CC00049 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Respondent VERNARD DEATHERAGE JR. You are hereby…
PUBLIC NOTICE Sealed bids for Bleacher Seating in the Ava High Gymnasium, Ava R-I School District at Ava, Missouri. The project can be generally described as: Telescopic Bleacher Seating. The project is located at 507 NE 3rd Street, Ava, Missouri. Missouri Prevailing Wage Rates will apply to the work. Sealed…
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, March 25: 1. Pancakes (C),…
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Getting accustomed to the time change is taking some time on my part, but it is easier than setting an hour back when Nov. comes. When I hear what advantage it really brings, I might accept it more easily. We are having unsettled weather this early March. The robins are…
March 5th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 12 weighing in with a loss of 5.5 lbs. The high loser was Kathleen. Audrey stayed the same. The lesson was on salads, and so was the best food picks by Hungry Girl, Lisa Lillien, those to stock up picks…
Sunday, March 10 was the fourth Sunday in Lent. This is also a Rose Sunday in which altar and vestment colors are rose, looking forward to the new life promised by Easter and in contrast to the usual somber colors of the Lenten season. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on…
