The party was given by her children February 10, 2013 in the basement of the Masonic Lodge. Hellen’s favorite color is green so the tables had white cloth and green ribbon down the middle, the cakes were white trimmed with green around the edges and bottom and Happy Birthday in…
Hello from our home to your home, we don’t know what to expect from the weather, one day it’s really nice, the next day it’s cold and damp. Just a bright reminder that Spring is just around the corner. Saturday morning Ms. Norma Stillings played the piano and Bro. Tom…
Some of us from Happy Home attended a singing at Skyline Full Gospel Church last Friday night. What a blessing it was. They have one every third Friday night of the month, so mark it on your calendar for March. Our morning service opened with Bro. Dale greeting everyone. We…
Our Sunday morning service was opened with prayer, after singing our Sunday school classes studied about how to learn to stop what is destructive and use what it constructive in our spiritual life. Our special song was by Dennis and Sandy Shumate. Sunday, February 24th we are having a dinner…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superitendent and prayer was given by Bro. Jack Cotrone. Sunday school lesson was A Hymn of Grateful Praise, Psalms103:1-22 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Elsie Atchison,…
Another week gone by! Not much improvement in the news here and around the world. Well, I guess catching up with that former policeman in California is good news. One of my sister’s neighbors was one of the targets out there so policemen were near her house in force to…
Our mid-week service starts at seven. We have been studying in I Corinthians, about the gifts of the spirit and the use of them. If you don’t have a mid-week service, come and join us. Sunday morning, to me, is always a joyous time. I enjoy the Sunday school service…
In Champion, Monday was kind of cold and blustery. The temperature was not so low, but the wind made it feel wintry as it flapped the Grand old Flag vigorously on the porch post at the Recreation of the Historic Emporium over on the North Side of the Square. …
Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro.Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. Jack read Psalms 107:1-9 for devotion. After Sunday school Happy Birthday was sung to Bobby Combs. God bless him. Happy Anniversary was sung to Lorrinda Coulter. God…
2-17-13. Good day everyone and a beautiful day it is. This is the Lord’s day and we have come to worship you, dear Father. Sunday school began here with Bro. “Cub” (Joe) Lafferty reading Psalms 75. Bro. Bob Husky led the opening prayer. It is good to have him and…
The ladies met for their Bible study, Thursday, morning. The next Ladies’ Bible study lesson on February 28 will be on “Making an acceptable sacrifice.” Stephanie Corder brought pictures, Wednesday evening, that she had taken at the Ben and Brittany (Corder) White wedding last week. Our prayer would be that…
Bob and a couple of friends from Mountain Grove came and put wood on the porch and in my wood box. Susie sent me a loaf of homemade bread. Bob, Linda and I met Bob and Susie in Mountain Grove recently and went out to eat. I visited by phone…
Our menu for this week is: Monday, February 25—Biscuit, gravy, sausage, egg, hash brown, fruit. Tuesday, February 26—Spaghetti and meatballs, salad bar, garlic roll, cookie. Wednesday, February 27—Chicken salad sandwich, vegetable soup, fruit. Thursday, February 28—Meatloaf, baked potato, peas, roll, pudding. Friday, March 1—Fish sandwich, homemade soup, jell-o with fruit.…
At Ava Place we have had a few challenges to face this month. We are pleased to say they are almost all behind us and we are moving forward. The community has been fabulous as usual! The Fire Department, Police Department, and City Water responded quickly. We had several good sameritans stop…
We had a beautiful morning to go worship the Lord and we are blessed to have the freedom to worship any way we choose. We had special prayer for the McCoy family, Trampus Taylor, Don Lund, Richard Mitchell, and Floyd Graham. We were blessed this morning to have a small…
Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Roy and Sue Freeman, Michael and Wendee Freeman, Matt, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya all went to church together and when it was over they went to Bonnie’s home and Ken and Debbie Cederlind were there and they all ate dinner…
We woke up last Saturday morning to a dusting of snow on the ground. I think there was maybe half an inch that had fallen. I got up around 4 o’clock that morning to holler at our dog that was barking her head off and there wasn’t anything going on…
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, February 25: 1. WG Top…
This column is for fundraisers, benefits, or community functions for which a fee or membership dues are collected. Items will be printed in this column twice for a single fee of $5 for 20 words or less. ****** Benefit Volleyball Tournament for Richard Mitchell, March 23rd at Plainview School. Cost:…
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Here it is the week of February 11th, with the birthdays of two Presidents, Lincoln and Washington, that we celebrate, over our nation, on next Monday the 18th, called President’s Day, combining the two for one holiday. A belated birthday wish to my grandson in Kansas, Allen Luebbert, who was…
Sunday, February 10th was the Sunday called Quinquagesima or the Sunday next before Lent, approximately 50 days before Easter. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, st. Luke 18:31 “and they (the disciples) understood none of these things…” Jesus had tried to prepare them for the…
Sunday morning service began with prayer and music by the Praise team then a special by Dana Lafferty on the piano. It was beautiful. We then had a contest to see who had the most visitors we had invited. Brother Roberts brought the message from Galations 5:16-17, “What On Earth…
2-11-13. My rain gauge messed up so I didn’t get a count of how much rain we got Friday and Saturday. It was welcome whatever it was. Plainview just had one ballgame last week with Ava Victory Academy the 3rd and 4th grade lost and the 5th and 6th grade…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend. The weather was nice Sunday afternoon after the hail storm at 5:25 a.m. on Saturday the 9th. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals…
Greetings from Red Bank. The weather man says we may get some snow tonight, but it will melt by tomorrow. I can handle that better than having three foot or more of snow surrounding me at one time such as some of our states in the East have had to…
Claud Robertson and Gary Emrick stopped by for visits with Tom and Jewell Johnson recently. Besides being a good friend, Claud works at Town and Country Supermarket. Gary has done a lot of mowing and yard work for Tom and Jewell. Norma Stillings attended the Resident Councils and visited with…
You missed a great time of worship if you didn’t attend church this last Sunday, we enjoyed a wonderful time in His service, and as always we had room for you to join us. This coming Saturday, the 16th of February the ladies are planning to attend a Women’s Prayer…
Howdy. Ruth Bradshaw called me this week. She had a lot of company and wanted to let people know how much she appreciates everyone calling or coming by. Marlynn Walker, Larry Quin and Marlynn Flake from Hartville came by. Carlyn Hull paid a visit and brought a gift from her…
After singing, and devotion, we asked God to bless and care for those with serious illnesses, and those still recuperating. We appreciated having Betty and Lenore visit, they are homefolks to us. Brother Ric read from Ephesians 2:21-22, how as God’s people we are fitly framed together. We each have a part…
Everyone is in a spring mood, cleaning yards, building fence, getting the garden ready. Easter lilies are up. They as well as us maybe getting a good fooling. Saturday it sleeted a little. I always say it will be what God wants. Thursday James got his hair cut at Sparta.…
Hello from our home to your home. We had a little skiff of snow, enough to make the ground white and it stayed so cold even in the sunshine that it did not melt all during the day. Then we had some rain and the weather warmed up, but it…
Well it’s a beautiful sunshiny morning this Monday after a good rain Saturday and a nice day on Sunday. I need to correct some mistakes in last weeks items. My penmanship isn’t very good anymore. Sharon Driskell had gone to town with Bev and Bill Emery and the Bible verse,…
Joie Welker started our morning service with prayer. Our Sunday school lesson was on how to have a deeper knowledge of God’s word. We live in a day when false teachings are rampant and its important to study and learn the truth. Happy Birthday wishes went out Judy Hall. Doug…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Help From Above, Psalms 91:1-16 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Special were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Psalms 143:8, ” Cause me to hear thy loving-kindness in the morning for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.” I love some of these prayers of David’s and we’re told that God will…
By the time you get your paper it will be Valentine’s Day. Did you remember to tell those around you how much you love and appreciate them? Even more important, did you tell God today how much you love him? If you want to truly understand about love you have…
Duward “Duke” Genet, my second husband, was the 5th great grandson of Gen. (and Governor of New York) George Clinton, who led our army under George Washington and was vice president under both Pres. Jefferson and Pres. Madison. His ancestral line goes back to many lords, dukes, earls, etc. from…
Happy Birthday to Axel Carver Hill. He celebrated with a birthday party hosted by his Mom, Amy Iott and Dalton and Challa on Sunday afternoon. He turned 9 and he received lots of gifts. Donna Dodson was here on Tuesday. Gene and Rheba Pool was visited by his daughter, Sherry,…
Sunday, February 10, 2013. God has blessed us with another beautiful day. The prayer requests this morning were for Bevy’s father, Gary’s son, Linda P., Norma J., unspoken, Reba N., Bevy, our country and our leaders. God is the only salvation to this world’s problems. We had a very good…
Champions start off Monday with bright sunshine and a stiff breeze that blows in the promise of a nice week ahead. Some Champions have friends and kin in New England who are enduring deep snow and looking at the possibility of an ice storm on top of it. Things like…
February 6 – Wednesday evening service began with singing. Bro. Jim Lafferty took charge of the service taking prayer requests and praise reports. We are blessed that the Lord hears and answers. Sis. Lila Roberts led in prayer. Jim read Psalms 89:15-18. We are blessed people when we walk with…
Sharon Jenkins was hostess for one hour of Bunco games with Jewell Elliott, 1st, Joretta Sawyer, 2nd. Sharon won door prize and Dixie Garrett low. Refreshments were served to the winners and other members: Allie Gentry, Janet Sallee, Lucille Jenkins and Sybil Heckendorn.…
2-10-13. Sunday school opened with the reading of Psalms 67. Opening prayer was given by Sister Wilma Hampton. Our Sunday school lesson came from I Corinthians the 9th chapter. In summary of this chapter Paul is commissioning the church to take care of their ministers, but the minsters are not…
“And now abideth faith, hope and charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity,” I Corinthians 13:13. And charity means love. Happy Birthday in February to Shirley Riley, Reece Adams, John Little, Reece Goforth, Jacob Strong, Hope Harvill and Lauren Mendel and me. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday…
Jim and Ruby Corder and Jeff and Stephanie Corder returned Sunday afternoon from a trip that they had made to Chesterton, Indiana to celebrate the marriage of Jim and Ruby’s granddaughter, Brittany Corder, to Ben White. Brittany’s Uncle Jeff Corder conducted the ceremony. Ruby’s sister, Virginia Coats, who made the…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, February 18—CLOSED for President’s Day.; Tuesday, February 19—Frito pie, baked potato salad bar, corn, fruit crisp. Wednesday, February 20—Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, hot apples. Thursday, February 21—Cook’s choice. Friday, February 22—Stew, salad, biscuit, fruit. Summer Masterson, from Legal…
It was a damp morning but still a good day to go to the house of the Lord. Our worship team sang. It is a beautiful song which you could feel the Spirit moving. We had the privilege of dedicating two children today to the Lord , Railynn and Navaeh.…
Bonnie Phipps said she got a call from her granddaugther, Courtnie Vigessa, in North Dakota and she said they were getting lots of snow. I received one-tenths of an inch of rain last Monday, three-tenths of an inch of rain Thursday and one inch by Sunday morning. Tara brought Jett…
Such a busy time of year with the basketball season winding down. Two and three games a week adds up to a lot of miles. I blame ballgames for staying busy but it is always a busy time with something or the other. We went to watch the kids play…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION VANZANT BAPTIST CHURCH, ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) JOHN DOE and his unknown ) Consorts, heirs, devisees, donees, ) alienees, successors, assigns, and ) immediate or remote voluntary or ) involuntary grantees of the Bethel ) Baptist Church, …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF SURFACE MINING APPLICATION – NEW SITE ADDITION TO PERMIT Spring Creek Materials, Inc., PO Box 30, West Plains, MO 65775 has applied for a new site(s) addition to their permit from the Department of Natural Resources, Land Reclamation Commission, to mine sand and gravel on 7 acres…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: ) Kenneth Sorenson ) A disabled person ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00058 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF KENNETH SORENSON A DISABLED PERSON: On the 12th day…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Jeffrey W. Lathrom, dated January 23, 2009, and recorded on February 3, 2009, Document No. 090169 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Doug-las County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Curtis A. Nelson and Crystal J. Nelson, Husband and Wife , dated February 24, 2010, recorded on March 1, 2010 as Document No. 100257, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the…
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, February 18: 1. No School…
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“In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie promised before the world began,” Titus 1:2. Monday evening Gary and I stopped at his sister’s, Vicki Goodman’s home for a visit with her and his mother, Maxine Turner. While we were there Vicki’s granddaughter, Ashli Womack and her daughter,…
Mr. Groundhog saw his shadow here Saturday morning, but not in Pennsylvania where the population was watching there so we can expect six more weeks of winter here. Business meeting was held after services Sunday night at Lilly Ridge. Congratulations to Joe Scott who was inducted into Missouri Sports Hall…
January 29th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 12 weighing in with a loss of 5 lbs. High losers were Linda and Rachel and Judy stayed the same. The meeting was on stress, “Just Breathe” and count to 10 before reacting. If depressed, do proper breathing. Long slow…
Sunday, February 3 was sexagesima, or the second Sunday before Lent, approximately sixty days before Easter. Bishop Glen Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, II Corinthians 11:19, in which St. Paul gives a sort of resume of his qualifications as apostle. We are a history-minded congregation…
Sunday morning I got ready and took my mamma, Nora Hunsaker to church then we ate lunch and drove to Seymour to see Lee Williams, who has been in the hospital. He is at his daughters now for recouperation. He is doing a lot better, but, we thought at one…
Some from the church attended the benefit for Gale and Wanda Osburn at Union Grove Church on Saturday at 7 p.m. We began our Lord’s Day service by reading from Ephesians 1. Food Harvest items were collected. Prayer concerns were shared for Harold and Van Menzies, Chance, Chloe Wilson, Glenda…
What a beautiful January day yesterday was, hope everyone got out to enjoy the fresh air. Our brother, Pete Jenkins from Fayetteville, Arkansas came up Tuesday. He took Norma and I to the Ava Drug for lunch. He hardly ever passes up the opportunity to get a couple dips of…
Choir performed a special today, Feb. 3, 2013. Other specials were peformed by our young girls led by Virginia Housley and Virginia Serghides. Tammi Housley also sang as well. The church received thank you’s for the church dinner Saturday for Jennifer Alexander. Stanley Jones preached the funeral, and he did…
A good morning to our friends and neighbors and all our readers. We hope everyone had a good weekend and a safe one. The weather has been great for this time of the year. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing…
Freeda Holt was a recent visitor in the home of Tom and Jewell Johnson. Kylie (Johnson) Loftin brought her young daughter, Breelyn Loftin, for a visit with her great-great grandparents, Tom and Jewell. There is nothing more special than seeing your children’s children to the third and fourth generation. Breelyn…
Oak Grove Church was kind enough to allow me to go on a mission trip to Honduraas so you haven’t seen our church news letter for a week or two. The trip was a great success, I am back in Wasola and we have great hopes for the coming year,…
Howdy. My husband says the weather is changing so much, it’s like my mood swings. But have you ever seen it 70 degrees one day and 30 the next? The school will be out the 7th at 12:20 and all day on the 8th. The girls basketball will have a…
On Sunday afternoon, February 3, Noble Church and it’s congregation was host for a celebration honoring their pastor, Sister Maxine Lund, and husband, Jim, for 50 years of preaching the gospel. Sister Maxine preached her first “short” sermon, January 27, 1963, at Girdner Church. Many members of churches she has pastored,…
We began church with Brother Martin reading our devotional, followed by many, many prayer requests. We were glad to have one of our own back with us, hope she will be back soon. Our Sunday school was very interesting, speaking about us looking for the “real thing”, not a substitute…
This Sabbath day was warm and beautiful in every way. All were out for church services except for Rheanna and we missed her. Jamie and Ruth sang an old song but with a different spin to it. We sometimes come to church and let all the others do the moving…
What a week, I had the flu, I mean the whole nine yards plus. James had it and we could not hardly take care of each other. According to the ground hog we will have early spring. One day James killed several red waspers. With weather being cold then warm…
Hello from our home to your home, we stay busy guessing the weather and what our high temp will be, several residents are always in the gardening mode. It’s time to start thinking about planting the flowers, tomatoes and our other vegetables. Tomatoes are the most important, everyone loves the…
Our morning service was opened by Sister Naomi with a good morning to all. We sang a song for Jesus and said the pledges to the flags and the Bible. Sister Naomi read scripture from St. John 14:27. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Mary leading in prayer. She…
Guess I’ll try and write a little bit of news this chilly Tuesday morning. It is 27 degrees here and frosty. Ann Collins and I enjoyed going to church Sunday morning. Ted Cain and wife were there, he talked for the Gideons. Ginger Burch and Dwayne Sparks gave birthday offerings.…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson taught us what is necessary for our lives to demonstrate Christ’s presence and greatness. They are humility and submission, we need rid of pride and be humble. Our Happy Birthday wishes goes out to Kenny Eaves, Sharon…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Meaning of Life taught by Ronnie Epps. We sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison Raymond and Naida Haden and Sue Wright.…
Good morning! Isn’t God good to us? This weather is awesome. We could be covered with ice and snow. I’ve had a really good week after being sick and my feet hurting. I feel pretty good. Kelly asked me if I’d like to go to West Plains with her and…
Wow, what great weather we have been having. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that we are in January and then we have another day or two of cold temps just to remind me. Sunday was one of those days. It was not to bad at our house, and then we…
Latest news on Frances Aid and her son Sherwood is that they are still in rehabilitation. Please do keep them in your prayers. Hopefully the Nelson family is now moved in to a place to live. I haven’t heard much of anything since they lost their home to fire. I…
My sympathy to the E. J. Curtis family. I went to the visitation with Jo Stephens. My great-granddaughter, Gabi Ayala, has been in the hospital in Kansas. She got to come home on Tuesday. They think she is allergic to milk products. Donna Dodson was here on Monday and Friday…
Sunday, February 3, 2013. It is good to come into the house of the Lord. Special prayer was asked for Bevy’s grandma and grandpa, Eunice Evans, Linda R.’s family, a special friend who stands in need of prayer, little James asked prayer for his friend in school who was sick.…
In Champion the groundhog jumped back in his hole on Saturday and commenced to shove the daffodils up out of the ground. There is a rumor that there are actual blooms over in West Champion, but for those along county roads North of the Metropolis the bulbs had sprouted up…
February 3 – Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Hi Lambeth led us in prayer. Jack read Ephesians 1:17-23 for our devotion. We were disimissed to study God’s word. After a good Sunday school lesson Maddie Shipley and…
2-3-13. Service began with the reading of Psalms 27. Danny Lee led in prayer. Our Sunday school lesson was I Corinthians the 8th chapter. We are to protect the weaker brother. Paul is speaking of eating of meat that has been offered to idols. He speaks of them all having…
Hope your team won the Super Bowl, if you are a fan. I didn’t watch it. I’m not at all interested in football so I wasn’t even sure when the Super Bowl was taking place until I saw people talking about it on facebook the last few days. I guess…
“Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he is in the world,” I John 4:4. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for the…
It was a special treat to have missionaries of Mongolia at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. One of them gave an accounting of some of the things that have happened in their ministry during the past six years since his last visit. The orphanage was recently granted permanent status and was…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday February 11—Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, beets, fruit. Tuesday, February 12—BBQ pork sandwich, savory potatoes, hominy, cake. Wednesday, February 13—Chicken fried steak, potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, roll, fruit. Thursday, February 14—Taco salad, corn, sherbet. Friday, February 15—Ham and beans, roasted potatoes, spinach,…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya came down Saturday and spent the day with Bonnie Phipps. Bonnie said little Alaya was starting to crawl. I received .1 of inch of rain last Monday morning and by 11:30 that night I had 2.2 and then the next…
LEGAL NOTICE For default in the payment of principal and interest now past due on a certain promissory note dated March 13, 2009, and secured by a deed of trust dated March 13, 2009, signed by Jason W. Archambo, a single person, and recorded on March 19, 2009 as Instrument…
PUBLIC NOTICE We are now accepting bids on the following: Gasoline, Diesel, Oil, Tires, Grader Blades, Asphalt, Cement and Gravel. Bids must be submitted by Thursday, February 21, 2013 bids should be sent to: Douglas County Commissioners, PO Box 398 Ava, MO 65608. We reserve the right to reject or…
NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF PROJECT Pursuant to Section 177.088 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri Notice is hereby given to those persons residing within Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri (the “District”) that a meeting of the Board…
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, February 11: 1. Cinnamon Apple…
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. * * * Singing at New Hope Freewill Baptist Church, N.E. 14th Ave., Ava, MO., this Sunday, February…
Happy Jan. 25th birthday to Lisa Davis Keller, and Geneva King. Scott Linton had the Sunday evening service at Lilly Ridge and it was his last, as he is moving on and Dale Roberts will be back at our church as pastor. Best wishes to Scott after being with us…
Sunday, January 27 was Septuagesima Sunday, the third Sunday before lent, approximately 70 days before Easter. Bishop Hartley explained that the “gessima” Sundays, or pre-Lenten season, is a very old Christian tradition dating to sixth-century Italy which today is kept only by traditional Anglican churches such as ours. Altar and…
Sunday was a busy day. I spent the day with my mom at Mansfield. Lee Williams is in the hospital from complications from surgery. He is in Cardiac ICU, and doing a little better.We have made several trips to Springfield to visit Lee Williams. The weather has been very nice…
As we came together on our Lord’s Day, we were missing so many due to sickness including our Sunday school superintendent, Brad Siler, and Pastor Neal. Others sick were Harold Menzies, who was in Cox South, Bob Siler, Jerry Pitts, Shannon Wilson, and little Wyatt Harris, who was very ill.…
Here it is Monday the 28th of January already, time is flying by. We had a few sprinkles of rain yesterday. We really need a good rain. Pete and Sandra Jenkins came up from Fayetteville, Arkansas Tuesday to spend the day with me. Norma Cross and I went to the…
Saturday, January 19, 2013, the church held a funeral and lunch for Pod Owens. The church took children to the Jump Around in Seymour, and then to McDonalds for snacks. Recent birthdays: Mike Housley, Katie Clouse, and Elizabeth Parks. Thank you cards were read by Shelby Moore from Kate Junge…
A good morning to our friends, neighbors and our regular 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. May…
Red Bank Church service began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. Jerry Huff welcomed everyone and introduced the Sunday school lesson called, “Haggai: A Message of Hope,” taken from Haggai, chapters 1 and 2. The youth sang two songs as their part of the worship service. Brother Les and…
It was great to be feeling well enough to get back to a normal routine this Sunday. Junior and I started the day off by enjoying breakfast together at Hannah’s in Elkland, before attending church. While at church, it was nice to see some familiar faces from this neighborhood as…
We had good services over the weekend. Dan opened up in prayer then he led us in prayer. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a good lesson from Luke. Specials were by Rayonna and Rachael, Darrel and Helen and Dan and Janice. Bro. Billy Graham brought…
We began with singing, followed with our scripture reading and so many prayers for all our loved ones. We had a good lesson, again about Paul, comparing this Christian life we are in to a race. There is no place to quit and we must keep our eyes focused on…
It’s a beautiful day in the Ozarks and the neighborhood. Now, that’s an interesting word. I wonder who first penned neighborhood. But, back to the topic at hand –– the news. Yesterday was drizzly and wet but everyone at church was bright and cheery and glad to be together to…
Hello from our home to your home, well it seems that spring has sprung-it is supposed to be around 70 degrees today. But don’t trust it because it is to be down into the 30′s and Wednesday with snow flurries. We just haven’t had much rain or snow yet this…
Last night we had our first Saturday singing of 2013. If you were not there you missed a blessing. We had a good crowd with a lot of music and fellowship. Remember the fourth Saturday night February and we will do it again. Hope to see you then. Our morning…
On this dreary Sunday evening will try and write some news. We have gotten a little rain today. We sure need moisture bad. Last Friday night Chris Hartzell visited Ann Collins, then on Saturday Ann’s visitors were Carol Wise and Riley O’Shea. On Sunday Jim and Josh Hurst and Bertha…
Joie Welker opened the morning service with prayer. In our Sunday school class we studied to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior and we are called upon to run with patience the race that is set before us. Happy Anniversary wishes went out to Wes and Brenda Hampel…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Redemptive Acts of God, Psalms 78:1-17 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
The regular Fourth Sunday Singing was held at Gentry Church, January 27. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Riley Hall opened with prayer; song books distributed/collected by Freeman Porter; 44 present; 32 songs shared. The next Singing will be at Faith Rock, February 24, 2013. The following churches…
Good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. I hardly know where to start. I haven’t written in so long. Anyway I hurt a foot last fall and it’s taking it’s time to get well and the foot doctor in Springfield told me it was full of ole arthur.…
Take your mind back a few years to how things were in Douglas County. Remember when all the businesses “rolled up their sidewalks” on Saturday night. On Sunday one couldn’t get any groceries, gas, repairs or parts, and couldn’t enjoy a meal out after church services. We moved here in…
Donna Dodson came by on Monday. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Monday and Thursday. Danny Bushong of Hollister called on Monday and Thursday. Macee Breeding went to the doctor on Tuesday. She had ear infection. She and Donna had breakfast with me. Those here on Friday were Donna, Michael,…
Third week of January – During our Wednesday night services we have been studying I Corinthians 13-14. The thirteenth chapter is called the love chapter. That chapter is easy to understand. The bottom line is love, if we do not love our fellow man, verse 13:13 states, “we are nothing.”…
As the fog rolls down and through the valleys, Champions are once again amazed at the beauty of the place they are fortunate to call home. Colors change, new contours emerge and the sycamores stand out white against the darker hills. There is no need to go roaming. “The trouble…
January 27 – Sunday school opened with singing. We were blessed to have Sam and Judy Clemans with us. Judy blessed us by playing piano. Sam led some of the songs. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to service. We had several concerns and praise reports. Bro. Sam Clemans led in…
Joe read 34rd Psalm while opening Sunday school. Ronnie Thomas led in prayer and Sunday school lesson was taken from I Corinthians, chapter 7. Paul is giving guidance on marriage. If all spouses would let God lead I believe there would be a whole lot fewer divorces and some lawyers…
I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty,” Revelation 1:8. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Matthew 25:14-29 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request…
The folks at Bethany Baptist Church are looking forward to having Mitch and Baljmaa Tillman, missionaries of Mongolia, with us Sunday, February 3. With them will be two adopted children, Mishka and Johnny and Baljmaa’s mother Oumaa. We will have a combined Sunday school class at 10:00, a preaching service…
Bob and Linda went to church on Sunday, but I’ve been mostly staying home in the warm and away from the flu bug. Barb, Jack and Miracle were here to visit me, Bob and Linda, and brought birthday cake for Linda on Thursday evening. Bob and Linda took me in…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, February 4—Cheeseburger and fixin’s, savory potatoes, coleslaw, ice cream. Tuesday, February 5—Salisbury steak, rice, corn, cake. Wednesday, February 6—Bone-in chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, bread, strawberries and bananas. Thursday, February 7—Cook’s choice. Friday, February 8—Cashew chicken, egg roll, rice, Oriental vegetables,…
There are so many people who are struggling to get over this nasty flu bug and bronchial illnesses that are keeping them home in bed. It seems like its never ending and seems to bounce around no matter we do. Pray for all those who have been sick and I…
Bonnie Phipps got out and went to church Sunday and she is doing okay. I went to my O.E.S. meeting last Monday and it was our D.D.G.M. visit and it was nice night for it. I took my news in last Tuesday and stopped by Sally Prock’s and gave her…
I am loving this mild weather for a few days. I plan to use one of these mild days to do some yard work, of which my yard needs badly. Leaves that were waiting for a mild winter day to be raked, and goodness, the holes all over the yard…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Steve D. Lansdown, by his Deed of Trust dated January 2, 2002, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office for Douglas County, Missouri, in Book 358 at Pages 87-89, secured a debt on the following described real estate, situated in the County of Douglas, State of…
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“But grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever, amen,” II Peter 3:18. Sympathy to the families of David Miller, Vada Smith and Lawrence Thompson. John and Zamber Little had their baby January 9, 2013. His…
Every sunny day in January gets us closer to spring although we may have to wait for Mr. Groundhog to predict the weather February 2nd and that is less than two weeks away. The Friendly Neighbors Extension Club plan to have their meeting the first Thursday in April. New members…
January 15th meeting called to order by Sharon. We had 10 weigh in with a loss of 3.0 lbs. High loser was Kathleen. Perfect attendance for the year was Sharon. Two walking charms for Kathleen. New Year’s after holiday weight loss, 6 were awarded with charms: Rosie, Sam, Sharon, Rachel,…
Sunday, January 20 was the second Sunday after Epiphany. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Mark 1:1 “Behold I send my messenger before me…” This messenger was John the Baptist and his baptism of Jesus and this passage tells us both the facts and…
Sunday morning service opened with music with the band then prayer requests and prayer. We then had congregational hymns. Sister Joyce Erickson sang a special. Brother Roberts brought the message from John 17:1-5, “Bring Glory to God.” Sunday evening we had movie night and watched, “Letters To God, From Tyler.”…
Saturday night at 6:30 a few came together for the annual business meeting. I think everything stayed the same again this year. It is amazing how good our God is. At 9:30, we began our Lord’s Day with prayer. Brad Siler began the service with prayer requests for lost loved…
It’s plenty cool here in the holler this morning, but we have enjoyed the last three days. We went to the Mt. Tabor Cemetery to pick up the old flowers from Dick’s grave, Friday. Kelly, Kailey and Kyle Thompson and Kenny Hunt helped me. He has been gone two weeks,…
A good morning to everyone. We hope you all had a good and safe weekend. Sorry no news last week as none was turned in and my mind was blank. We send get well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospital, and the nursing homes. May you…
The Sunday morning church service at Red Bank began with hymns lead by Gary Lirley. A warm welcome was provided by Jerry Huff. He introduced the Sunday school lesson called, “Obadiah: A message of God’s Justice,” taken from Obadiah 1-21. Many innocent people are easy victims of those with too…
Billy Fletcher, Doris Holman, Carol Riggs, and John Truhe had dinner, Sunday, at the home of Fred Lindberg. Norma Stillings attended the support the Handicapped Board meeting Tuesday evening at the Sheltered Workshop. She made visits to Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava Place, and Rocky Ridge in Mansfield…
1-14-13. Dear folks: It’s 7:15 a.m. and eight degrees and we have to go to this Cities this morning. I guess it’s not any worse than people who have to go to work every day in this weather, but it doesn’t make it feel any warmer out there for me.…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Sis. Helen brought a very good message from Luke 9:57-62 and Ephesians 3:20 and Sunday night from I Corinthians 20 and I Corinthians 1.…
After singing and prayer requests, we had a very good lesson, and always find we can learn something, even when we have studied it before. Brother Ric read Ephesians 5:1-20, don’t follow the crowd, but we must put on the new man. We had business meeting Sunday evening and changed…
Have you heard about the wonderful works of the onion. They say slice one, put it in a small container with no lid. It works wonders for the flu. James’ sister found it on the computer. She said it helped her granddaughter, Shelby, get over it quick. So you are…
Hello from our home to your home in this January 2013, which we anticipated to be snowy, blowy and bad, but with many days of spring-like temperatures, and I must say, we have been disappointed because we need the moisture to raise the water-table after last summer’s scarcity of rain. …
Our morning service opened with Sister Naomi greeting us with a good morning to all. We are doing something new by saying the pledges to the American flag, the Christian flag and the Bible. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy…Sister Patsy…
Opening Sunday morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on having our focus on Jesus Christ and the desire to know Him more. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Joanne Welker. Haley Beard graduated from children’s church and received a certificate. Our Bible study and…
The last few days have been beautiful, sunny days for January. We still have a couple of months in which we could get very cold weather. We need to continue to pray for moisture. We don’t want to start this year as dry as this. We made a trip to…
A little bit of excitement here last week with an ambulance ride to Mercy Hospital, far too many tests, enough blood drawn to revive a small pet, no food or water, especially water, for 24 hours. But, they say my heart is OK and the left arm travelling pains probably…
My sympathy to the Esther Wrinkles family. I had phone calls this week from Debra Reed of Kansas and Juanita Kazenske of Illinois. Get-well wishes to Isaac Ayala of Kansas and Macee Breeding. Gene Pool spent Monday and Tuesday in the hospital in Springfield. He still has infection in his…
Champions embrace change. It is the nature of the place which is at once very much separate from the rest of the world and very much a part of it. This change is a hard one to take however, as one of its most notable residents has left her old…
January 16 – Wednesday evening Caney Church came together to study and learn God’s word and praise Him for all His goodness. Service began with congegational singing. Bro. Jim Lafferty was our leader this week. He took prayer requests and praise reports. We have many concerns and much to be…
What beautiful days we are having! I wonder how long it will last? We had 20 in our service, some still having trouble with the flu. Joe Lafferty read the 67th Psalm, to open Sunday School. Danny led the opening prayer. Our lesson was the 6th chapter of Corinthians, a…
Normal weather, cold, not so cold, warm, freezing, like the old saying, if you don’t like the weather stick around for a day or two, it will change. Son David lives on Maui, and if I ever ask him what the weather is like, he answers the same, wonderful .…
“For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you; but if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses,” Matthew 6:14,15. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday School after we sang. He read the devotion then dismissed us to class. The…
Work continues on the exterior of the building and the church voted to do certain other repairs and improvements when the money came in to do so. Those plans included putting new lights in the fellowship room. The carpet in the pastor’s office is to be replaced. The driveway is…
Our menu for this week appears to be Monday, January 28—Hot ham and cheese sandwich, broccoli soup, cake. Tuesday, January 29—BBQ wings, potato salad, baked beans, fruit. Wednesday, January 30—Sloppy joe, savory potatoes, salad bar, fruit. Thursday, January 31—Beans, cornbread, stewed tomatoes, potatoes, pudding. Friday, February 1—Polish sausage, mashed potatoes,…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she said she got out Sunday and went to church. She is doing okay. Carol Moore took Marie Dickey to Mansfield to her O.E.S. meeting last Monday. Jo Stephens took some eggs into town for me last Tuesday because I have been staying in…
NOTICEOF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, RoJo Properties LLC, a Missouri limited liability company, by their deed of trust dated March 9, 2006, and recorded March 17, 2006, in Book 446, Page 564-575, Doc #060617, as corrected by a correction deed of trust dated March 9, 2006, and recorded June 27, 2011,…
LEGAL NOTICE To all persons interested in the estate of RICHARD LOUIS WALKER, SR, decedent. The undersigned James W.B. Walker is acting as Trustee under a trust the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper proof thereof.…
LEGAL NOTICE The Plainview R-VIII School District is accepting applications for an independent bus driver, the position will begin on March 4, 2013, driver must provide bus. Applications will be accepted through Friday, February 8. You may apply at Plainview School, or email your application/resume to brendag.reed1@gmail.com. For more information…
LEGAL NOTICE In re: Michael L. Stillings and Annette Stillings, Michael Lee Stillings and Annette Lynn Stillings as Trustees of the Revocable Trust Agreement of Michael Lee Stillings and Annette Lynn Stillings dated August 24, 2006. TRUSTEE’S SALE: For default in the payment of debt and performance of certain obligations…
NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF PROJECT Pursuant to Section 177.088 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri Notice is hereby given to those persons residing within Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri (the “District”) that a meeting of the Board of…
REQUEST FOR BIDS The Ava Area Ambulance District is requesting bids for four separate projects to be performed at the Ambulance Station at 1412 NW 9th Street in Ava, Mo. The projects include: 1) Replace existing heating/air-conditioning system; 2) Replace windows; 3) Replace exterior light fixtures; 4) Mowing for the…
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, January 28: 1. French Toast…
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January is half gone and brought colder weather and some rain. Lake Norfork is still at low stage and will require more rain. Best wishes to Marcia Lyon as she was released from Cox Hospital to come home and our prayers are for her healing from her surgeries. Also prayers…
The first meeting of January was Wednesday the 2nd. Sharon brought the meeting to order. We had 11 weigh-in. With a loss of 11 lbs. Higl loser was Billie. Margaret, Linda and Rosie stayed the same. 1997 Queen Valerie of Ava was the topic, Mindful Eating, volume 1 of 3…
The meeting started at 10:35 a.m. We read the Club Collect and The Pledge of Allegiance. It was held at Marie’s. Sharon, Carol, Doris and Marie were present. We also had a visitor, Jasmine. A cherished member, Charlie Lindberg, passed away on December 30, 2012. She will be dearly missed.…
The meeting started at 10:35 a.m. We read the Club Collect and The Pledge of Allegiance. It was held at Marie’s. Sharon, Carol, Doris and Marie were present. We also had a visitor, Jasmine. A cherished member, Charlie Lindberg, passed away on December 30, 2012. She will be dearly missed.…
Sunday, January 13 was the first Sunday after Epiphany. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 2:41, Jesus in the temple when he was twelve. This is one of the most popular Bible stories and contains Jesus’ first recorded words; “know ye not that…
Last Weeks News -Well.. didn’t make it to church again Sunday. I was coughing too much so stayed home. I didn’t think anyone would appreciate getting germs spread to them. I am doing better today but still doing some hacking . We have been staying home except for Monday when…
We began our Lord’s Day service by standing to read our devotion from James. Prayer requests were shared. Among those were Carol and Brad Gott. Howard Gott, a lifetime neighbor, had passed away. As always, we pray for lost loved ones, our nation and revival. After Sunday school classes, Stan…
January 27-Gideons for evening services. February 2-Bro. Stanley Jones will bring the message. Quarterly Meeting if February 9th and the Mexican Valentine Banquet will be at noon on February 17th. Birthdays: Tony Serghides and Jamison Guilliams on January 16. January 13- Stanley and Glenda Jones’ anniversary. Recent prayer requests: flu…
We had a little ice on the roads Sunday and the weather was cold and damp, but there were still several families that were able to attend services at Red Bank. We missed those that didn’t get to attend and hope they can make it back next Sunday. Several have…
Betty Jenkins and Lenore Burton visited recently with Tom and Jewell Johnson. Claude Robertson also made a recent visit. Kent Johnson brought his grandsons, Conner and Kyler Johnson, for a visit with the great-great grandparents. Billy Fletcher had knee surgery Monday, January 7, his good friends, Edgar and Sharon Stewart…
1-7-13. Dear Readers: How’s the world treating you? I hope your holidays were all you had wished for. As usual I don’t have much to write about. Yesterday was Robert Allison’s birthday. I sent him a “Happy Birthday” message on my phone and Walt will buy his lunch when we…
It has been awhile since I last wrote. Life has been hectic and we have been among the many who have been sick. However, I wanted to write to you this New Year and let you know about a few things that have occured in this area. It was a…
If you come to visit us next Sunday, January 20th you will hear a visiting speaker. Bro. Bruce Dewees, from Gainesville will be filling in for me and if you come I am sure you will be blessed. Again the following Sunday, the 2th, at morning services we will have…
Nubbin Ridge Club met January 10 at 1:00 p.m. in the home of Nadine Letsinger. We began by repeating our club collect. Norma reported that she and Naida Hartley visited via phone recently and Naida is feeling better. We hope Naida can attend club sometime. Lois read the minutes and…
Howdy. Tuesday morning was just another day of getting all four kids ready, getting them to school and heading to Springfield. But Shawn and Shelly Chadwell didn’t know while they were in the big city, someone was breaking into their house stealing jewelry and money. But the robbers didn’t get…
Again, our group was very small, folks out with illnesses and some with visitors. We enjoyed a good time together in Sunday school and prayed for all those on our prayer list. Please come and join us if you are looking for a church home, we will make you feel…
Old age has set in around here. Last week as we are going up the road I told James I forgot to mail my items. Oh well, you will have a lot to read this week. Sorry to hear of the passing of Dick Richards and Bessie Hall. Sympathy to…
Hello from our home to your home, it was a very merry holiday season at our home this year and it continues in the new year. Connie Burris our activity director has been on vacation and we have truly missed her around our home. All the trees and decorations are…
Well I am sure everyone woke up to a cold morning with some winter mix on the ground. I believe Ava missed most of the winter stuff though. We called off church at Happy Home, but some went and had a good service. Everyone helped and all went well. God…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Repentance That Works, Psalms 51:1-15 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang sevral songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Perhaps I am just slow on the uptake but, it sure was a surprise when I pulled into the KFC/Long John’s place last week and found everything shut down, many jobs lost. Douglas Co. Animal Hospital is shut down. The gas station across from the Pizza Hut is shut down. …
My sympathy to the family of Doris Fleetwood of Drury, MO. Donna Dodson had lunch with me on Monday. Megan Goforth, Quin and Macee Breeding were here on Wednesday after school while Donna took Reece to the dentist. Rheba Pool took Gene to the doctor in Springfield Thursday and Friday.…
A letter from Texas to Champion@getgoin.net asks, “What’s going on with Esther Wrinkles? We haven’t read anything about her for a couple of weeks. We have never been to Champion, but we feel like we know this lady. Please send her our best wishes.” Champions join their distant friends in…
January 13 – We came together Sunday morning to learn and study God’s word. Service began with singing praises to the Lord. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Lafferty led our hearts in prayer. Jack read James 3:13-18 for our devotion. Praise…
Brrr! Winter is here this morning. A little snow, a little ice and a whole lot of cold. I am not a winter person as most folks I talk to. I have to remind myself that snow is good for nitrogen that is good for the soil and plant life.…
Snowbirds, robins and redbirds are sitting all over my backyard, but no snow has fallen yet and I hope it stays that way. No snow, but the frost was so thick this morning it almost looked like snow. Then it clouded up, and the old wisdom says that clouding up…
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved,” Romans 10:13. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the devotion then dimissed us to class. Brother Bobby Turley took up the tithes and offering. Megan Goforth did the penny mrach for Camp…
I’ve been staying in out of the cold and hopefully avoiding all the sickness going around. Barb, Jack and Miracle were here recently bringing me some goodies to eat, and visiting. Bob and Susie have been down a few times recently, bringing wood and filling my wood box and also…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, January 21—CLOSED for Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Tuesday, January 22—Frito pie, carrots, salad bar, cake. Wednesday, January 23—Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, ice cream. Thursday, January 24—Meatloaf, baked potato, hominy, roll, fruit. Friday, January 25—Chicken salad sandwich, cottage…
Wow, our new year has started off with a bang. We’ve had 2 baptisms already this year, so praise God! Our goal is to bring more people to Christ so they can feel the great power and joy of the Holy Spirit moving in their life. Pray for these new…
We started our service with our bluegrass band singing hymns and worshiping our Lord and Saviour. We had special prayer for David Melton who had to have his appendix removed around midnight Saturday night and also all the ones who is battling sickness and couldn’t be with us this morning.…
Sydnee Freeman spent Saturday night with her great-frandmother, Bonnie Phipps, her parents picked her us Sunday afternoon. I called my cousin, Lulubell Bellew, last Monday and wished her a Happy Birthday, she lives in Urbana, MO. I took my news in and some eggs then I mailed some packages off.…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas Assessor’s Office will be accepting bids for the Field Review position, which will be contracted for 2013. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle, proof of vehicle insurance and experience in assessing real property. Bids will ONLY be accepted by mail, please mail to…
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, January 21: 1. No School…
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I appreciate the Herald office for my Christmas gift. That little light comes in handy. I just wish I could keep up with it. I keep misplacing it. Sympathy goes out to the families of Bessie Hall and James Curry. I visited with Ted and Linda Bischoff. Linda is doing…
Last Weeks News – December weather has been mild, and we will have to brace ourselves for colder temperatures moving in soon. There hasn’t been enough rain yet, to fill ponds and saturate the ground. The lake and creeks have been lower than usual for this time of the year,…
Sunday, January 6 was Epiphany Sunday designated in the Books of Common Prayers as The Epiphany, or the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles. Bishop Hartley explained in his sermon that this day is the start of a new season in the church calendar and has been designated as such…
Well.. didn’t make it to church again Sunday. I was coughing too much so stayed home. I didn’t think anyone would appreciate getting germs spread to them. I am doing better today but still doing some hacking . We have been staying home except for Monday when Donna Bannister came…
Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, welcomed us in our Lord’s house and we read our devotional from Psalms 119. Several requests were shared and Rick Crum led us in prayer. Two thank you cards were read from Sam and Sherry Evans and the Philippines where we lost 50 of…
1-6-2013. Sure glad all the holidays are over, maybe I can get the days straight again. Pastor David Welsh at Goodhope General Baptist Church suggested having a chili cook-off. They decided to have it New Year’s Eve along with food and games to start the New Year off. There was…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend. I want to start by giving my appreciation to the employees of the Herald office for our gifts that we received. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals…
The beautiful, spring like weather we are blessed with this week makes it difficult to remember that we are still in the winter months. Today, it was warmer outside than it was in my house. That good ole sunshine sure felt great. I’m looking forward to some more of that…
12-31-12. Well we’re about ready to kiss 2012 goodbye. Tonights the big night. We’ve been staying in this week as much as possible. One trip to Tipton and one to Muscatine and then back down there Saturday for our Christmas for the family. We had an excellent dinner as usual,…
Howdy. For some of you folks that like to take in a good ballgame, Norwood’s homecoming is Friday, Jan. 18 at 6 p.m. They will be playing against Hartville. There will also be a crowning of homecoming king and queen. Norwood’s fire dues are $35 this year. Sometimes we don’t…
The holidays are over and good to be back in church. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregational singing. Then the children took up the penny march. We then dismissed to class. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Rachael,…
We were few in number this week, however, the spirit was strong and we continued on with so many prayers for our loved ones, those still sick, all the bereaved and the unchurched in our community. We had a most interesting Sunday school lesson, continuing about Paul, which was a…
It’s a beautiful sunny Lord’s day and it was good to be in service at church this morning. Julia sang and it was a blessing to us all. She has a beautiful voice for such a little girl and Nicole played a special on the piano. It was good to…
Last Weeks News – Our morning service began with Bro. Dale greeting all with a great good morning. We sang a song for Jesus. We had prayer requests and prayer by Bro. Gregg. Bro. Dale read scripture from Romans 10:9. Our Sunday school leader, Sister Naomi, read from Galatians 5:1-26.…
Well another New Year has began and a week of it already gone. Wishing a peaceful Happy New Year to all. Patty Stephens came down last Sunday. She was here when Annie and I got home from church. Annie ate lunch with us before she went on home. Get-well wishes…
Opening our Sunday morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. In our Sunday school class, we studied about “Proclaiming Christ” while we are still on earth, we should, as Paul did, use our opportunity to tell others about Jesus. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Ruby Buchanon. Wednesday night at…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was True Prosperity, Psalms 37:1-15 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Elsie Atchison, Woodrow Coonce,…
It’s a beautiful Tuesday morning with the sun shining through my front window. I appreciate our beautiful sunny days, but we’re desperate for rain and heard we were to get rain tomorrow night then forecasting maybe Thursday or Friday. This being Tuesday we will not be quilting today. Some of…
Happy 2013, I hope the New Year is treating you mighty fine. We brought in the start of the year at church the way it should be done. We started with getting together and having a wonderful meal. This of course led into some visiting. After a little clean-up, everyone…
Ryan, our third son, lives in California. Perhaps some of you know Ron, Rory and Randy as they live in Douglas Co. One of Ryan’s daughters gave birth this week to her third child, a little girl. So, that makes five grandchildren for Ryan, eleven great grandchildren for me. So,…
My sympathy to the Curry and Stone families. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. Melanie Breeding, Reece and Quin were here on Tuesday. Richard Pool visited a few days with Gene and Rheba Pool. I’ve been busy getting all the Christmas decorations put away. Donna and I went to town…
For any who have not had the opportunity to visit Champion since Christmas, you will see that there have been some changes there. Now in the window of Henson’s Downtown G & G is a neon sign that spells out the word “open” one letter at a time. It is…
January 2 – What a great way to start the New Year. We gathered at Caney to study God’s word and praise Him. Bro. Jeff Shipley began service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Ethel Metcalf led in prayer. Jeff read Isaiah 9:8-21. Man is so egotistical that…
Lucille Jenkins was hostess for Tuesday night Bunco. After one hour of games Sharon Jenkins won first, and door prize, Allie Gentry, second, and Toni McGill, low. Refreshments were enjoyed by the winners and other regular members, Dixie Garrett, Janet Sallee, Joretta Sawyer and Sybil Heckendorn.…
1-6-13. It is chilly this morning, but yet a beautiful sunny day. Every day is beautiful when you go to sleep then wake up with Jesus. Today our Sunday school lesson is taken from I Corinthians 4. To summarize it – we are to be wise and faithful in the…
“Beware of false prophets which come to your in sheeps clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits. Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit: but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit,” Matthew 7:15-17. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after…
Our menu for this week is as follows: Monday, January 14—Biscuit, gravy, sausage, egg, hash browns, fruit. Tuesday, January 15—Salisbury steak, mushroom gravy, rice, stewed tomatoes, brownie. Wednesday, January 16—Ham, sweet potatoes, peas and carrots, roll, pudding. Thursday, January 17—Liver and onions, mashed potatoes and gravy, mixed vegetables, cobbler. Friday,…
We came together this morning to worship and lift up our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ and also to encourage each other for the week ahead. Our worship band this morning sang a song and just thinking about that morning when we may be called home is going to be…
Bonnie Phipps said she went to church Sunday and she was doing just fine. I went to town last Tuesday and when I started home I stopped in at the Heart of the Ozarks Nursing Home before I came home. Mark and Mark Weston came Wednesday and brought eggs and…
Fair weather in the forecast, but everyone knows it can change so fast around here. Some want snow in the worst way, I am in the group that doesn’t want snow at all, and would be happy if it was sixty degrees all winter. Of course, I’m looking forward to…
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, January 14: 1. Pancakes (C),…
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“Ye observe days, and months and times and years,” Galatians 4:10. Monday, Christmas eve Gary and I went to the home of my niece and her husband, Ernest and Dara Strong. Also there were their sons, Cody; Howard and Bailey as well as, Cody Shanafelt; Howard and Ella Faye Mitchell;…
December 26th was our after Christmas meeting. We had 10 weigh in with a loss of 4.25 lbs. Billie stayed the same. Judy was high loser. Rachel gets free dues for January and charm for losing after the holiday. Everyone agreed to change the by laws for group. Our lesson…
On Christmas Eve we gathered at St. Francis for the traditional midnight mass or communion service, as is traditional in Episcopal churches, except we did ours at 7:00 p.m. since most of us would not make it until midnight. The church was beautifully decorated by the altar guild and all…
Well, Delmar and I were both under the weather on Sunday morning so we stayed home. We didn’t want to share the germs with anyone else. We are both better now, but still coughing some. There so many sick around. My little great granddaughter has a respiritory viral infection and…
Monday, December 31 – It is snowing and sleeting at times here in the holler this morning, don’t think it will get too bad, wer are due for a big snow. Snow is okay, but not the ice. Pastor David Welsh read the General Baptist Church Constitution Sunday and applied…
We have all had a wonderful Christmas season, and we feel truly blessed this holiday. We have had many good events at the church. The ladies met at the parsonage for food, presents, and games on December 7- organized by Helen Batten. Secret Sisters drew names for next year again. …
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend with the holiday and all the rush, rush going here and there. I “Norma” had a very busy weekend and a happy one. On Thursday last week we had our Christmas dinner here in…
I hope all of you had a very Merry Christmas. Some of our children made it home for Christmas so that made it very merry for us. Our youngest daughter, Mitzi, her husband, Mark, and two of her four children, Ben and Jessi, were here for Christmas day and got…
The Stillings family gathered together, Saturday, afternoon to celebrate Christmas. Cliff and Debra Bohnstedt of Springfield, Tom Stillings and Joyce Greenwood of Ozark, Stanley Stillings of Squires, Alan Stillings and Dan Stillings had lunch at the home of Norma Stillings in Ava. They talked by phone with Don Stillings of…
12-24-12 Merry Christmas Eve everyone. I hope the weather is good where you live so Santa and the reindeer can get through to your house. He’s already been here a few times. He brought a big box full of presents from Edna and Bill Pruett from Nixa, MO. Also when…
Well you missed a good chance to worship with us, this last Sunday morning, the sanctuary was warm, even though it was freezing outside. The fellowship was warm as well, the only thing missing was you. Next Sunday we intend to take a look at what Christ expected his disciples…
James and I attended the Christmas program at Eastern Gate, Mt. Olive and Garrison churches. All the children and adults did real good. December 23rd Delmina Woods youth did two skits and opened their presents from the folks at Garrison Church. They chose a name and the girls had what…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Bro. Woodrow Coonce took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Forgotten Characters of Christmas, Luke 2:25-38 taught by Bro. Raymond Haden. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed…
Hello everyone. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas season. There wer lots of places to go and hear the true story of the birth of Jesus. We had our play the 15th and were glad to have a large crowd come out to see our kids put on their…
Those of you who read this column perhaps recall that I was quite ill over Thanksgiving, three weeks of upper respiratory problems. So, I truly looked forward to Christmas with family surrounding me, lots of good food and conversation and memories. Well! Christmas Eve day the flu struck, big time. …
I appreciate the Herald for the very nice gift. Happy New Year to everyone and hope you had a Merry Christmas. Our sympathy to all the families of Bessie Hall and Connie Cornielson, and Ethyl Versaw. They were all my cousins. Also to the Virgil Stowers and Warren Moody families.…
The picture of the ninth graders on the steps at the Denlow School has sparked interest across the country. Geneva Heinemann up in Wasco, Oregon was the eighth of twelve children of Lola Upshaw Proctor who was the girl in the center on the top row of that picture. Geneva…
December 23rd – Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone by taking prayer rquests and praise reports. Prayer was given by Jeff Shipley. Jack read Psalms 97 for devotion. We had a very interesting discussion in Sunday school. Praise and worship began with testimonies from Jeff Shipley,…
“Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden…
The attendance at Bethany Baptist Church was still low because of the serious rash of colds, flu, and other illnesses. First one member of a family would be sick and then another. However, there were some of the faithful who were well enough to attend the regular Wednesday and Sunday…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, January 7—Cheeseburger and fixings, savory potatoes, cake. Tuesday, January 8—Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, beets, bread, jell-o with fruit. Wednesday, January 9—Cashew chicken, rice, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Thursday, January 10—Pork roast, dressing, gravy, cheesy cauliflower, cobbler. Friday, January 11—Polish sausage,…
Happy New Year Ava! In the past few weeks it has been a whirlwind of fun and excitement around Ava Place. Linda Rose turned 60! Anyone that enters the doors of Ava Place meets our sweet Linda Rose and knows she has a birthday coming and when it is. She enjoyed her birthday so…
It was a cold morning, but still a good day to worship our God. We had a good time of fellowship before our Pastor gave a few annoucements, which were men’s encounter Feb 22-24. It will be a life changing event, sign up at the hub and make plans to…
Those arriving at Bonnie Phipps’ home for Christmas was Debbie Cederling and her two daughters, Chris and Courtnie Vigessa, Wylie and Weslie, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya and Roy and Linda Freeman and Cecilia Edwards. The Vigessa family was a surprise to Bonnie, they had come in to Springfield…
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, January 7: 1. Cinnamon Apple…
Recently, I was asked, “What does the town of Ava have to offer?” I thought of places to shop or eat, but I didn’t have an answer at that moment. However, with recent events that have caused grief, pain and hardship for Douglas County residents, I do have the answer…
Sunday, December 23rd was the fourth Sunday in advent and the last before Christmas. Altar and vestment colors return to royal blue and the fourth candle on the advent wreath is lit. This candle is known in the Anglican tradition as the Angel’s Candle and the herald of God’s coming…
Sunday morning service opened with Christmas Carols by the band then prayer requests and prayer. Waylon and Kami Souder sang a beautiful special. The Praise Team then sang some songs. Brother Roberts brought the message from Matthew 3:1-5, “Repent Ye.” Nora Edwards enjoyed visiting and having lunch on Monday with…
Here it is the day after Christmas 2012, hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a blessed Happy New Year. Norma Cross, Kenny Hunt, Dick Richards and I had planned to go to Oklahoma for a few days, but the forecast of bad weather, we decided not to go. So…
Billy Fletcher said that Christmas Carolers from Life Church came by last Thursday to sing for him. Janice Keith visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson last week. Norma Stillings started out with a lot of energy last week. She played Christmas Songs at residential care homes in Mansfield and Hartville…
12-17-12. Hello again. It’s hard to get one’s mind on anything other than the latest terrible tragedy, but I’ll try. It’s turned cold here again., 32 degrees this morning at ten minutes until eleven. On Wednesday the 12th we made our trek to the Cities. Frank (Dee) Allison met us…
We began our services Sunday with a Christmas Carol, and many prayers for so many folks in need. Our church and community is saddened at the passing of our dear friend and neighbor, Sister Bessie Hall, early Christmas morning. Instead of regular church service, we all did a poem, reading…
Busy, busy days here, and I am sure you can say the same. Hopefully you enjoyed a blessed Christmas surrounded by family and love. Now, those who feel “down” after such a celebration may look forward to celebrating the New Year. There was a time when Willie and I looked…
Sometimes a person’s birthday can get lost in Christmas. Some with late December birthdays celebrate their special day at another time of the year. The lucky ones celebrate their special day every time they wake up. Some special December birthdays include Skyline School students, Logan Fisher–December 18th, Destiny Surface—December 20th,…
Bethany Baptist Church members were hit hard by the flu last week. The Christmas Cantata that had been scheduled for Sunday evening was reset for 6:00 PM Sunday, December 30 after the Fifth Sunday Fellowship Supper at 5:00. The “Name That Tune” event was held as scheduled Wednesday evening and…
The menu for this shortened week is: Monday, December 31—CLOSED. Tuesday, January 1—CLOSED Happy New Year!! Wednesday, January 2–Bone-in chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, pudding. Thursday, January 3—Open face turkey sandwich, broccoli, fruit. Friday, January 4—Chili, crackers, peanut butter sandwich, carrots, fruit. Congratulations to the pitch tournament winners on…
I didn’t get Bonnie called Sunday and I need to get this ready for Kay to pick it up in the morning, I will get her news in next week. Last Monday I went to my O.E.S. meeting and it was our Christmas night. Gina Hawkins was with us until…
PUBLIC NOTICE Douglas County Senior Citizen Housing Association, Inc. known as Red Bud Village, will hold a meeting for the purpose of election of officers Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the community room of Red Bud Village. 3 board members will be elected. More information may be…
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, December 31: No School Tuesday,…
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“For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me,” John 6:38. Monday on the way back from Ozark Gary and I stopped in Sparta at Doug and Sheila Holt’s home for a visit. Doug is now on oxygen 24-7…
Last Weeks News – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas time as decorations show and stores are full of bright colors and tinsel, a time of giving and holiday traveling. Anniversary wishes to Orville and Vena Shaeffer in Springfield on December 1st, former residents at Lilly Ridge area.…
During the December 3rd meeting we had 11 weigh-in with a loss of 5.5 lbs. Evelyn was high loser. Sue stayed the same. T.O.P.S. lesson was on modifying holiday recipes with healthy substitues from high fat to low fat ingredients. The holiday party is at Krazy Daze after the meeting…
Sunday, December 16 was the third Sunday in advent known in the Anglican tradition as Rose Sunday because the altar and vestment colors are rose to remind us of the nearness of what we are waiting for: the new life in the birth of Jesus. The third candle on the…
Did not make it to church Sunday, had a family Christmas get-together. Delmar and I drove to Ava where we exchanged gifts and visited with Beth Stafford and Johnathan Snelson and visited by phone with Mandy Logan. My granddaughter and husband, Brent and Synthia Bishop, from Killeen, Texas, came in…
Last Weeks News – Our fellowship hall was full for the annual neighborhood Christmas dinner and for this we thank our good God for abundance of food and Christian fellowship. Many prayer requests were shared and praises given as we began our service on the Lord’s Day. LeaAnn Crum prayed…
The Douglas and Ozark Counties Retired Teachers and Other Personnel ate lunch Tuesday, December 11 with Senior Citizens at the Ava Community Center. While they ate, they were entertained by members of the Ava High School Chamber Choir who presented a program of Christmas Music. Marie Bristol, RTA President, welcomed…
Christmas will soon be here. There is lots of pretty decorations out to celebrate the event. There is so much sickness going around now. DeAnn Thompson has been really sick. She went to work today, feeling a little better. Darrel C. Luce, Peggy Jenkins brother passed away last week. She…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. May you be up and about real soon. Our sympathy to all who have lost a loved…
Sunday church service began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. Our Sunday School Superintendent, Jerry Huff, welcomed everyone and introduced the lesson called, “Yahweh Our Righteousness.” Prayer request was for the bereaved families and friends of the 20 children and 7 adults killed in the recent, tragic, Connecticut, school shooting. …
Janice Keith visited Tom and Jewell Johnson recently. Tom and Jewell are still able to live at home due mainly to the assistance they get from their sons, Lowell and Larry. Grandson, Kent Johnson, is there all the time as well. Norma Stillings played Christmas music at Rocky Ridge in…
This coming Sunday, December the 23rd, after morning worship service we will adjourn to the fellowship hall for dinner and fellowship, after which we will return to the main sanctuary to deliver our Christmas Program. We would love to have you come, join us in praise to the Lord. We…
Our group was small, however, we had a great Sunday school lesson, good spirit, and many prayers sent up for our loved ones. Brother Ric spoke from Luke, we all are thinking about the Christmas season and the true meaning of this holy time of year. We had a wonderful…
I will try to write something for the paper after neglecting doing so for a few weeks. This Sunday afternoon is beautiful in our Ozark neck of the woods. I finally made it out of bed after sleeping in until ‘up in the mornin’. I felt bad Saturday and slept…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a while since we sent in any news, a lot has happend around our home. We have went from Fall to Christmas in just a matter of days. Everyone has been mentioning to us that there hasn’t been any news…
We have had a lot going on this past week. We have been working on an outreach program for Christmas and I truly believe it has been a success. I know it has been a real blessing for all of us. Thursday we wrapped gifts for the families we adopted…
The morning service opened with prayer and our Sunday school lesson was “Unity In The Body of Christ.” Our lesson shows us how all of us are in this together for the work of the church and understand the purpose of God in unity and fullfillment of this purpose. Happy…
The Fall meeting of the Gamma Phi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma took place on November 10th, at the Cabool First United Methodist Church. During the Business portion of the meeting, Mary Jane Lybyer volunteered to become the new chair of the Scholarship Committee to fill that vacancy. The Chapter…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Two-Fold Revelation of God, Psalms 19:1-11 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Annabell…
Its somewhat cold without the benefit of having the sun shining this Monday morning. My friend just left after a short visit and bringing me a variety of candy she and her mother had made. My mother-in-law and I had some good times making Christmas candy. One day when Jerry…
It is just a few days now until we celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. It is my fervent prayer that He will be included in your celebration and that you remember He was the greatest gift of all. Be sure the children know the true reason for Christmas,…
The Carl Neiman Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met on December 13, 2012, in the basement of the Ava General Baptist Church . The meeting was called to order by Regent Nina Carter at 7:09pm. The meeting was opened with prayer by Chaplin Sherry Beasley. The opening…
I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. Michael and Bryse Dodson were here on Monday. My sympathy to the Ethel Versaw and Connie Cornelison families. Ethyl and I were first cousins. Diana Davis took me to the visitation on Friday night. Donna Dodson was here on Tuesday and…
As in other places, it turns out that some Champions are better house-keepers than others and that extends all the way to their computer hard drive. A cyber folder somewhere holds the ‘original’ picture sent by Laine Sutherland of the students at Denlow, but it became lost among the cyber…
Another Wednesday evening service at Caney that we were blessed to come together and study and discuss God’s Holy word. Worship began with singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth took charge of the service. Prayer requests/ praise reports were given. Sis. Janice Lafferty led in prayer. He read John 5:19-33 and Revelations…
Breedon Church was busy this past weekend. We had a great singing last Friday night. Those are always so much fun. We had a full house. Danny was sick so he couldn’t make it. There‘s a lot of that going around. Then Sunday night we had our church dinner and…
“Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift” II Corinthians 9:15. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the devotion then disimissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for all the prayer requests. Dailyn Stanifer and Megan Goforth did the Penny March for Camp Piland. Brother…
Christmas preparations, practices, and events have been underway at Bethany Baptist Church all this month. The Young Women N Christ who meet after school on Mondays have had their Christmas party. The Wednesday evening prayer meeting was dedicated to the music of the season with a “Name that Tune” event.…
Our menu for this week is Monday, December 24—CLOSED for Christmas Eve. Tuesday, December 25—CLOSED Merry Christmas! Wednesday, December 26—Cashew chicken, rice, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Thursday, December 27—Brown bag sandwich, cookie. Friday, December 28—Spaghetti and meatballs, green beans, roll, poke and pour cake. The activities are brief for…
We came to the house of our Lord and Saviour to worship this morning. It was a great day to worship the King of Kings. We had special prayer for the Lois Jenkins family, the Trampus Miller family, and all the families in CT. We need to hold up everyone…
Bonnie Phipps said she got out and went to church Sudnay and is doing just fine. I took my news in last Monday and went by and picked up a birthday card for my great granddaughter. Carol Moore and Hellen Blakey went with Marie Dickey to her O.E.S. meeting in…
More balmy weather for December, the weekend was so nice. I am not a fan of cold weather so I loved it. I would love for the weather to stay that warm all winter. I didn’t get to enjoy it as much as I would have liked, I had a…
PUBLIC NOTICE The 2013 proposed budget of Douglas County will be available for review by the public at the office of the County Clerk in the Douglas County Courthouse on December 27th 2012. A public hearing on the budget will be held on January 10th, 2013 at the County Commissioner’s…
LEGAL NOTICE TRUSTEE’S SALE – For default in the payment of debt and performance of obligation described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Joanie D. Jenkins, dated August 29, 2005 and recorded on Recorded on September 7, 2005 and Re-recorded on September 18, 2006 as Recorded in…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF ) JOHN B. BROWN, DECEASED ) Est. No. 11DG-PR00055 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN B. BROWN, DECEASED. You are hereby…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In Re: ) TERRY DAVID RODGER, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00034 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF TERRY DAVID RODGER, Deceased: You are…
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Matter of: ) WILLIAM H. ALBRIGHT, SR. ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00065 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interested in the Estate of William H. Albright, Sr., Decedent: On the 10th day of December, 2012, a small…
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Sunday, December 9th was the second Sunday in Advent colors continue to be royal blue and the second advent candle was lit. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 21:25: “…and then they shall see the son of man coming in a cloud with…
Sunday morning service was opened with music by the church band then prayer requests and prayer, then congregational songs. Margaret Rosseau sang the morning special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Luke 2:1-7, “Sights and Sounds of Christmas.” Sister Maxine Lind brought the evening message from Luke 1:27-32, “Christian Christmas…
It was fifteen degrees here in Peckerwood Hollar this morning, Monday, December 10. On December 1st Lynn Clayton, Annie Goin and Janice Hawkins made arrangements for a lunch for the the Seniors (Jerry Hawkins’ class). A beautiful lunch at Goodhope General Baptist Church. They decorated the fellowship hall with a…
The choir did a special. We have been singing beautiful Christmas music all month. Members have been bringing Christmas cards to share with everyone. Shelby Moore read an invitation to the church to the Wright Co. Children’s Home Open House Appreciation Lunch. Birthday: Pat Moore -December 14. Stanley and Glenda…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a great weekend and stayed safe and warm. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. We send birthday greetings to the ones who have a big day at…
Burrr! It was so cold out today. I’m glad I did my grocery shopping last Friday when it was much warmer. I can’t stand the cold weather like I used to. I remember one Christmas morning when our children were young, and so were we, that we got up at…
12-10-12, Hello again. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, isn’t it? I think I’m just about ready. Still got a lot of cards to send out, but have most of them ready to mail. I got a book of stamps when I was in Tipton last week, but…
It has been several weeks, since I have been able to sit down and put things together for a column. Time sure can fly right on by us. Sorry, about my absence. First, Happy Birthday to our daughters, Janice Morris and Jeanette Evans. We had a great time together on…
The morning message was taken from Luke, chapter 2, “Let There Be Peace On Earth.” As the angels proclaimed to the shepherds so long ago, those who know the Savior of that passage have peace on earth, even in these troubled times of unrest and trial. While those who deny…
We had good services Sunday . Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the Penny March. Specials were performed by Rayonna and Racheal Garner, Dan and Janice with Sybil at piano. Darrel and Helen did a special as well. Bro.…
Although winter has finally arrived, it was a great day to worship, Sunday. We continue to have so many on the list to pray for, always remember each one and so many unspoken, also. The bereaved need our prayers, especially. Brother Ric read from Matt. 1:16-25, telling the story of…
Greetings from a very tired old woman. James and me attended the Christmas luncheon for the Delmina Woods girls at the VFW in Ozark. The girls had two short skits. They were good. Jack Hailey asked James to say the blessing before the noon meal. They served a great dinner.…
We began our day with a good morning to all from Bro. Dale. We then sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Bro. Gregg. We had scripture read from Matthew 7:1-7 by Sister Carla. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Peggy…
Will try and write a little list of news this Monday morning, December 10th. It is cold, but not bad for this time of year. Last Sunday after church Ann Collins and Ella May Daugherty went to Mountain Grove and went with Carol Wise and Riley O’Shea to Willow Springs…
Opening for our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on “One In Christ” and to show since we are one in Christ with others who have faith in Him, we can fellowship with them whether they be from a Jewish or Gentile background. Happy…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was What Is Man, Psalms 8:1-9 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Annabell Walker, Dianne…
Sadness here this past week as Jack the Border Collie Dog went to doggie heaven. Apparently he went to visit a neighbor across Hwy 14 and encountered a vehicle. Jack was only here with me for 5 months but he had won my heart and was such a good companion. …
Get-well wishes to all the sick. David and Donna Dodson, Keith and Melanie Breeding and family have all had the flu. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. John and Jo Stephens went to Lebanon on Monday. Danny Bushong has been working in Oklahoma. Jo Stephens visited Ethel Mae Versaw on…
Thursday evening was an interesting one in Champion. Unexplained lights hovering over West Champion blinked intermittently, disappeared and then reappeared. It was impossible to determine the exact elevation of the lights and they were accompanied by some lightning and an eerie stillness. The phenomenon was first seen by Charlie’s Dad…
December 5 – Wednesday evening began with singing. Bro. Jim Lafferty took charge of the service. Prayer requests and praise reports were shared. Bro. Hi Lambeth led in prayer. Bro. Jim read Jer. 3:6-19. We are failing God in so many ways. We are disobedient and unrepentant. We are a…
Sybil Heckendorn was hostess for Tuesday evening Bunco. Allie Gentry won first, Sharon Jenkins, 2nd and door prize, Lucille Jenkins, low. After one hour of games, a gift exchange was held and refreshments served to other regular members, Janet Sallee, Dixie Garrett, Joretta Sawyer and one guest, Rita Flemming.…
Well, Christmas is almost here. I got my house decorated and we’ll put up the tree this weekend. We always put up a cedar tree, it’s just not Christmas without that cedar smell in the house. If I get time, I might string some popcorn too. Let’s all not forget…
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men,” Luke 2:14. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for all the prayer request. There is a lot of people who are…
Bethany Baptist Church folks decorated the church van and drove it in the Ava Christmas Parade, Saturday. Some of the more agile folks walked along the parade route handing out “John and Romans” booklets and an invitation to visit the church. The weather was favorable and it seemed that there…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, December 17—Beef stew, biscuit, pickled beets, brownie. Tuesday, December 18—Country fried steak, potatoes and gravy, hominy, roll, jell-o with fruit. Wednesday, December 19—Catfish nuggets, hush puppies, baked potato bar with all the fixings, cobbler. Thursday, December 20–Pork roast, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, cranberries,…
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Ava Place! What an amazing time of year it is. Ava Place is shining and shimmering with Christmas lights and beautiful music. Please come by with your group while caroling and share some of your Christmas spirit with us. This is a special…
Debbie Cederlind, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya came down Saturday to watch the Christmas parade with her mother, Bonnie Phipps, and the rest of the family. They all went to Bonnie’s house afterwards and ate dinner. Those present were Debbie, Moe, Kaylynn, Alaya, Roy, Linda, Michael, Wendee, Matthew, Madison,…
The almost balmy weather we have been experiencing this fall has disappeared and real winter weather has arrived for a while. It was hard to get the house warm so I opened the fireplace back up and built a fire. There is nothing that beats a wood fire for throwing…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas County Commission is now advertising to sell a 2000 Black Chevy S-10 Blazer (Salvage Title) from the Assessor’s Office as is or for salvage. If you would like to see the vehicle it will be located at the Douglas County Courthouse. Any questions call the Douglas…
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, December 17: 1. Pancake Griddle…
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This summer-like weather is unusual for November and it will be difficult to endure a change to cold temperatures that are coming soon, since December is here. Dana Taylor came Saturday to help me with a few jobs and will be back this week. Sunday night December 9th will be…
Tuesday, November 27th meeting was called to order by Sharon with 10 weighing in with a total weight loss of 5-3/4 lbs. High loser was Evelyn. The winner for losing after the holiday was Evelyn. We voted on our meeting being changed for Christmas and New Year’s Day. Our meeting…
Sunday, December 2 was the first Sunday in Advent and so the beginning of a new season and a new year in the Christmas calendar, a season of expectation of the advent or coming of Christ. Altar and vestment colors are a deep royal blue appropriate for the coming king.…
Sunday morning service opened with the Praise Team singing then prayer requests and prayer. Brother Roberts brought the message from Philipians 3:7-16, “Seize the Moment, Live Life to the Fullest.” Sunday evening was our Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner and a large crowd enjoyed turkey, ham and all the trimmings plus lots of…
Prayer requests were received for Chloe Wilson, the unsaved, our nation, leaders, Danny Cutbirth, Paul Duckworth, Rick Crum, all our activities for this month, a newborn baby boy, great grandson of Peggy Miller and nephew of Stan and Kim Humbyrd. Happy birthday was sung to Erin Crum, our pastor’s daughter…
Monday morning this is a beautiful day here in the Ozarks. We better enjoy it because it’s getting close to those winter days. Georgia Sanders son, Donnie and wife, Karen came up from Claremore, OK. to pick her up. She had been visiting family and friends in the area, for…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a good weekend. Mine was a sadful one, but very busy as we said goodbye to a dear friend who had passed away. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing…
Billy Fletcher, Doris Holman, Carol Riggs, John Fruhe, and Stanley Goodrich had Thanksgiving dinner in the home of Fred and Charlie Lindberg. The Saturday following Thanksgiving, Billy had dinner with Edgar and Sharon Stewart and some of their folks. Norma Stillings made visits at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare…
For all those who were complaining about the cold weather, this Sunday was like a spring day, complete with a cool breeze and plenty of sunshine. The Lord is indeed good isn’t he. We had a wonderful Sunday school lesson from Paul’s letter to the Ephesian Church and congregational singing…
In the absence of Brother Ric, we had Brother Raymond Haden preach both services for us, Sunday. He used several scriptures in his message about the gospel. We appreciate Raymond and Naida singing for us in the evening service. We appreciated having John and Jo Stephens in the evening service.…
We have had some very nice days in the Ozarks, but a cool spell will approach soon. People are getting in the spirit of Christmas. Stores are full of people and shopping carts are mostly full. You would not think our economy is bad. Garrison Church changed the Christmas to…
Sister Naomi opened our morning service with a big good morning to all. We sang a song for the Lord. We read some Bible verses and scripture from the word. Our Sunday school leader Sister Naomi brought the lesson from the book of Galations. We had class comments and discussion.…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was from the Old Testament, Beatitudes, Psalms 1:1-6 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sister…
The Christmas season is in full swing. You can see it as you go walking through the stores, and now you can see it as you drive through the neighborhoods. Roger has even hung some Christmas lights for me this year. I appreciate him and Mike for getting my new…
We certainly have had variety in the weather. A few farmers have cut and baled hay recently – sure hope this makes up for some of the loss of hay/forage this year. This year big round bales went from a mere $25 each to $125 each from what I have…
Donna Dodson was here on Monday. We went to town on Tuesday. John and Jo Stephens went to Springfield on Thursday. Jo Stephens came by on Friday. She and I went to Gene and Rheba Pool’s for a visit. Donna was here when we got back. Megan Goforth spent Friday…
A famous actress and intellect says that her father taught her that life’s important events occur in three stages…the anticipation, the participation and the recollection. The participation part took up so much of the Thanksgiving holiday, that only now are some Champions getting around to the recollection and reporting phases…
November 28 – Caney Church came together Wednesday evening by singing. Bro. Jeff Shipley was our leader this week. He took prayer requests/praise reports. We have many concerns. We know God can handle each need. Jeff read Luke 2:21-35 and 45. He talked of the marvelous revelation of Christ to…
What a warm day for December, though I won’t complain. Praise God that he rules the weather for if it were left to man, we would have it in a mess. First of all, we would never agree in what is best for our particular region. Man is just that…
“And she brought forth her first-born son, and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes, and laid Him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn,” Luke 2:7. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor…
Pastor and Darlene Sorensen and their daughter, Sally, visited Darlene’s parents, Don and Doris Taschner, in St. Louis from Sunday evening to Wednesday morning this week. They had not been able to be there for Thanksgiving Day this year so they opted for a later visit. Next Sunday, Sarah Jean…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, December 10—Cheeseburger and fixings, savory potatoes, cake. Tuesday, December 11—Roast beef, potatoes and gravy, carrots, roll, pudding. Wednesday, December 12—Ham and beans, O’Brian potatoes, stewed tomatoes, cornbread, sherbet. Thursday, December 13—Sandwich, cookie. Friday, December 14—Chicken and dumplings, peas and carrots, wheat bread, ice…
What a beautiful spring-like morning this was to go to the house of the Lord to worship today. God is so good to us every day and we should be thankful to Him for every blessing He gives to us. We had a good song service and then a good…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she had made it out to church but that was all the news she had. George and Violet Blakey came by and picked up their eggs last Monday and then I went on into town and took my news and dropped…
The wind has blown so hard the last few days all the leaves are finally gone off my maples in the backyard. Now the oak trees are a different story, as everybody knows, because a lot of those leaves won’t come off the trees until new ones start budding out…
LEGAL NOTICE Skyline R-2 School has two (three year term) board member positions open. Election opening filing date is Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. and the closing date is Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. Regular office hours are from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The school…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of the Plainview R-8 School District that two members will be elected to the Board of Education for a term of three years each at the April 2, 2013 election. The opening date for candidates to file for these positions…
Pursuant to C.R.S. 38‐26‐107, notice is hereby given that the Louviers Water and Sanitation District is soliciting bids for the drilling, completion, and testing of one Arapahoe aquifer water well in Louviers. An electronic copy of the Contract Documents and Technical Specifications is available and can be obtained from Bruce…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of: ) BRAYDEN TATE THORBURN, ) A Minor Child, ) TINA THORBURN, ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) SHARLENE DEEVER ) And BENJAMIN E. LEWIS, III, ) Respondents. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00062 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR…
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“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth,” Colossians 3:2. Monday night our daughter, Honie Johnson came down for a visit. Thanksgiving Day Gary and I went to Ralph and Dana Brazeal’s home. Those also there were John and Zamber Little and Wyatt and Liviya Wharton,…
Last Weeks News – Its looking more like winter coming on as the trees are shedding more leaves and there is a chill in the air, with ice one morning last week for the first time this month. J.C. and Bonnie Taylor are celebrating their 65th anniversary Monday, November 26th.…
Last Weeks News – Tuesday, Nov. 13th, T.O.P.S. #0720 met and was called to order by Sharon with eleven weighing in with a total loss of 8 lbs. Top loser was Sharon. Rosie won the Hee –Haw contest. Margaret had the lesson from the November Tops news on “All the…
Sunday, November 25 was the last Sunday in Trinity, known in the Anglican tradition as the Sunday next before Advent. It is also known as “stir up” Sunday from the words of the collect prayer for the day, “Stir up,” O Lord, the wills of thy faithful people. Bishop Hartley…
Sunday morning service was opened with the band playing a selection of gospel music. Prayer requests were taken then prayer by Brother Roberts. Donna Lewis brought the beautiful special song. Brother Roberts brought the message from James 1:21-25, Hebrews 4:12, 12:1, Matthew 7: 21-27, “Mirror, Mirror.” Sunday evening service was…
Brad Siler led us in our devotion reading from Deuteronomy 4. Prayer requests were given for Danny Cutbirth, Van Menzies preaching at Lone Star Church, the Suter family, our nation and lost loved ones. Juanita Menzies prayed this prayer. Happy birthday was sung to Makinna Humbyrd, who was seven that…
Thanksgiving has come and gone . Hope everyone got home safe. I’ve noticed several houses have their Christmas lights up. Dick Richards went to the Mansfield nursing home to see Helen Dobbins Wednesday afternoon. She is not feeling very good. Norma Cross and Georgia Sanders was at the Heart of…
Choir did a special todayas well as: Sharon Renfrow singing a special. New prayer requests: Julie Spivey, Frances Marler, Jennifer Alexander, the jobless, those traveling, Danny Cutbirth, Raymond Sharr, Max Yarber, the Brian Gray family, Tom Coats, cancer patients, and our country. Birthdays: Ally Smith and Barb Tate’s sister Debbie.…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a good week and had a very good Thanksgiving. Mine was just great. Kim and Jerry Lee fixed a wonderful meal and the turkey wasn’t the only thing that was stuffed and that was my fault. Now that…
Last Weeks News -Happy Thanksgiving! I hope everyone is enjoying a bountiful meal with their loved ones today. Gary and I had a Thanksgiving meal with our church family this past Sunday. We also shared in a Thanksgiving meal with Gary’s mom, Maxine Lirley, along with Willene Adams and several…
Freeda Holt was a recent visitor in the home of Tom and Jewell Johnson. There was a Thanksgiving gathering in the home of Kent and Kim Johnson, and another gathering, Sunday, after church in the home of Larry and Shirley Johnson. Tom said that they had enough food brought over…
11-19-12. Well as usual there’s not too much going on right now. I think I forgot to write a letter last week. We went up to the Cities last week on Tuesday just long enough for him to run his errands, get a haircut, eat lunch and then come on…
We missed you this week and yes, your seat is still reserved, so come and be our guest next Sunday. This week we enjoyed our Sunday School lesson from the last chapter of the book of Acts and the only thing that would have made it better is if you…
Howdy. I love Thanksgiving, but it seems that the stores just try to rush it so much. When I was a kid, Friday was a day to play with your cousins and just hang out with family. Now it’s the biggest sale day. Now I’m sitting around the dinner table…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. Then he taught Sunday school lesson from Matthew as Bro. Darrell and Helen had gone on a trip for Thanksgiving. Bro. Billy Graham brought a very good message. Sorry to hear about Danny…
We had a cold, brisk day, to begin after the Thanksgiving holiday. We had many to mention for prayer, some with the flu bug going around. We always want to remember those less fortunate than we, this season is not always kind to everyone. Brother Ric read from I Thess.…
A week ago Sunday attendance was 71. This Sunday was 63. Please pray for our deacon, Gordon Jones. He is still in the hospital. He is a very sick man. He has gained some, but has a long ways to go. A week ago Sunday was communion day. Lisa and…
Sister Naomi opened our morning service with a good morning to all. We sang a song for the Lord and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy. Sister Naomi read scripture from Psalms 100:4-5. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Mary reading from II Corinthians 13:1-14. We…
Good afternoon on this cloudy, cold Monday. We had a beautiful Saturday and Sunday seems the old saying, “if you don’t like the weather in Missouri just stick around” seems to hold true. I had overnight company Saturday night Pat, Lucy and Olivia Daughterty of Spring Hill, Tennessee. Last Sunday…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Spreading The News” and to encourage believers to tell the good news of Jesus everywhere. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Mandy Rippee. Our special song was by Wanda Casady, Bobbie Miller and Rod and…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday School lesson was Seventy Weeks Until Messiah Comes, Daniel 9:21-27 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
The regular 4th Sunday Singing was held at Mt. Calvary Church, November 25. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Marvin Loftin opened with prayer; song books distributed/collected by Freeman Porter; 39 present; 30 songs and 1 recitation shared. The next Singing will be at Gentry, January 27,…
Our annual day of Thanksgiving is now behind us. Believe me when I say that I was thankful just to get through the day. It seems many in this area have had sinus/upper respiratory problems and now I can be counted among that number. On the bright side of things…
Hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving. Donna Dodson, Melanie Breeding and I all went to Springfield on Monday. I had an appointment with my kidney doctor. My kidney function count had improved greatly. My eyes had not changed in a year so that was good. It was Melanie’s birthday. We…
Thanksgiving evening we came together at Caney Church to worship and praise the Lord and to study and share the Word. We began the service by singing. Teenager, Gabe Shipley took charge of the service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Brol Jim Lafferty led in prayer. Gabe read…
Sunday, November 25th at Breedon Joe Lafferty read the 75th chapter of Psalms. Opening Sunday school Lee Hampton led in prayer and lesson was in chapter 14 in Romans. This lesson speaks of being careful that we not make ourselves stumbling blocks to those that are watching us. If a…
“For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that he world through Him might be saved,” John 3:17. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Deuteronomy 4:32-40 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for the…
There is something going on almost every day at Bethany Baptist Church. Monday evening the Young Women N Christ meet for their Bible study. There is a Wednesday evening prayer meeting, a Thursday morning Ladies Bible Study, music practices, and special work days. The month of December promises to be…
Wow! Do I have a lot to catch up. The winners of the pitch tournament on November 6 were Sue Pool (224), Claude Coberly (218) and Hulda Tipton (202). Five games were played. The winners of the pinochle tournament on November 14 were Mary Lea Myers (881), Millie Heavner (732)…
Thanksgiving week was filled with praise and thanking God for everything around us. We met at the United Methodist Church for the community Thanksgiving services. I think it’s a wonderful way to thank God and to show our thankfulness for our Christian community and brothers and sisters in Christ. Everyone…
I hope everyone had a blessed thanksgiving. We should be thankful all the time for God’s blessings on us. This morning we had special prayer for Danny Cutbirth as he was in an accident and is in I.C.U. in Springfield. Pastor Buddy brought us another good message this morning from…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Thursday and spent the night and Friday night with her mother Bonnie Phipps and went back home Saturday evening. Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya came down Friday to Michael Freeman’s home along with Cody and Lily Freeman and her sister, India for Thanksgiving…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is given to qualified voters of the Thornfield R-I School District that there are 2 three-year vacancies and 1 one-year vacancy on the Thornfield R-I School Board to be voted on in the upcoming election on April 2, 2013. Declaration of Candidate for Nomination forms can be…
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 August 2, 2011 executed by Jack R. Boyle, Jr., as duly authorized agent of Cummins Sandborn Land…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that declarations of candidacy for Director of the Board of Education for Bradleyville R-I School (2 (two) 3 (three) year terms) on April 2, 2013 ballot, may be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Education in the school district office during regular…
LEGAL NOTICE FOR FILING FOR THE AVA R-1 BOARD OF EDUCATION Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of the Ava R-I School District of Ava, MO that two members will be elected to the Board of Education for a term of three years each at the April 2,…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an election for the Ava Area Ambulance District will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, for the purpose of electing two board members for terms of three years each. One board member will be elected from District #2 which includes Findley, Miller…
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, December 3: 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. * * * Singing at Newhope Church, north east 14th Ave., Ava, MO. Sunday, December 2nd at 2:00 p.m.…
“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God, the powers that be are ordained of God,” Romans 13:1. Gary visited with Rayford and Freda Clayton in Theodosia. Freda had fallen on Sunday. Saturday, Gary’s nephew, Dallas Conn, visited us. Eddie and…
Sunday, November 18 was the twenty-fourth Sunday after Trinity. We are still collecting items for the Food Harvest and have the church decorated with beautiful autumn colors by the altar guild. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Colossians 1:3, “We give thanks to God and…
Sunday was a busy day. Delmar and I drove to Ash Grove to check on his son and family, then stopped back in Nixa to visit Rusty, Becky, Hailey and Maeson Carter. I have been busy making jelly and crafts and candies, getting ready for my craft open house. I…
The Douglas and Ozark Counties Retired Teachers and Other School Personnel met Tuesday, November 13 at the Pizza Hut in Ava with twelve members and one guest in attendance. Marie Bristol welcomed all those present. Norma Stillings gave the invocation before the group ate lunch. David Norman gave an account…
Deer season will be over Tuesday, except for bow hunting. Hope everyone got their deer this year. Dick and I were invited to the Thanksgiving dinner at Plainview Friday. We ate with Kyle Thompson and the fourth graders. Everything was very good. We had turkey and dressing and all the…
November 11, 2012, we had a Veteran’s Day Sunday. Mike led the congregation in Patriotic songs. Norman Virtue did the program: he had all the Veterans stand up. Our Veterans are: Stanley Jones, Rick Batten, Norman Virtue, Darrell Price, Ron Putt, Van Renfrow, Alex Alexander, and Martin Bowie. Norman led…
A good morning to all our readers. We want to say Happy Thanksgiving to each and everyone. Hope you all have a good 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.…
Howdy. Thanksgiving – a day to reflect on things and family that you are truly thankful for. You may not have as much as others, but I bet if you look around, you probably have more than some. If you have your health, you already have more than most. God’s…
We were missing several folks due to traveling, company, etc, hopefully all will be back after the holidays. We continue to add many to our prayer concern list. We were glad to have visitors in our morning service, please feel welcome to come again. Brother Ric and Lisa were returning…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. Lyle Wright. Sunday school lesson was A Vision of Kingdom To Come in Daniel 7:1-7, 13-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Oh, yes the holiday meals have begun. We had our Thanksgiving supper at church Sunday night and it was wonderful. Lots of ham and turkey and of course several new dessert recipes that the ladies had to try out on us. No one should have left hungry because we had…
Schism! This word has been popping up in my head, day and night. The dictionary says this word means division, separation, discord, or disharmony; also a formal division in or separation from a church or religious body. I hear of this happening near and far. I have heard of hunters…
I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Donna Dodson was here on Monday to take me for bloodwork. Jolisa Iott and Willie Perryman were here several days doing some painting for me. They did a good job. Debra Reed of Kansas called this week. Johnny came to Missouri on…
Good news travels fast in Champion. Some of the good news is that Champions are coming home to roost for Thanksgiving and there will once again be a great grateful crowd over at Vivian Floyd’s house for Thanksgiving dinner. It is a long standing tradition that the family gathers there…
November 14 – Caney Church came together Wednesday evening to praise the Lord. Service opened with singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth took charge of the service by taking prayer requests. Sis. Doris Lambeth led in prayer. Bro. Hi read several scriptures from II Kings 2:1-11 and Mark 1:16-19 and 2:14. He…
11-18-12. Today is the Lord’s day. How Great Thou Art O God. Another beautiful morning of sunshine. I pray safety to all our deer hunters and wish them luck. No doubt we need some thinned out. I had always heard of people hitting a deer with their vehicle, but in…
“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,” Ephesians 5:20. Brother Roy opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Ezekiel 34:11-16 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. We had a long prayer list. Please pray for…
Chet and Jennifer Wampler and their children Isaac and Katie were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Chet presented the Faith Scripture Ministry whose goal is to make Bibles available to the people of the nations where Bibles are not now readily available or affordable. The Lord Jesus commissioned the…
What a beautiful November day to go to the house of God. First of all I want to wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. We all have so much to be thankful for. This morning our band sang a song and I’m thankful to God that I did…
George and Violet Blakey came by last Monday and got their eggs and in the afternoon I went by John and Jo Stephens for awhile, then that night Carol Moore and Hellen Blakey went to Mansfield to their O.E.S. meeting, Marie Dickey was unable to go. I went to Patsy…
Hope everybody has a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. We expect to have all of our kids and grandkids home except for David, and we will try to talk to him on Skype sometime during the day. He always has a houseful of friends at his house for…
NOTICE OF FILING OF CANDIDACY The City of Ava, Missouri will hold a Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, for the purpose of filling the following elective offices for two year terms: Mayor East Ward Alderman West Ward Alderman The filing for offices opens at 8:00 a.m. on…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, November 26: 1. French Toast…
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“The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit that we are the children of God,” Romans 8:16. Sympathy to the families of Virginia Burnett and Cindy Fitzgerald. I visited Tuesday afternoon with Evelyn Witchey to see how she was doing after her heart attack last month. She is slowly recovering.…
Rain and more rain with changing weather here in mid-November! Deer season brought many hunters out for Saturday morning, beginning the gun season. Luckily it didn’t start raining until Sunday afternoon. The election is over so we can expect less news coverage, or will we have more to look forward…
Last Weeks News Tuesday, Oct. 30th, T.O.P.S. #0720 met and was called to order by Sharon with thirteen weighing in with a total loss of 2 lbs. Top loser was Sue. Ulla won the Hee –Haw contest. Rachel had the lesson on “Take Diabetes Seriously” from the Cox Health newsletter…
Sunday, November 11 was the twenty-third Sunday after trinity. It was also our annual harvest festival when we bring contributions of food and supplies for the Ozarks Food Harvest. The women of the altar guild had the church decorated in beautiful autumn colors and altar and vestment colors were dark…
Sunday morning service opened with music by the church band. Prayer requests and prayer was given. Sister Venita Brummet sang a beautiful song about I know. Brother Roberts brought the message from Isaiah 6:1-9, “Encountering God, Experiencing change.” Our church will be starting a Disciple’s Fast on November 15 and…
On Saturday, we had our annual deer hunter’s meal of chili, potato soup and pie, which our hunters look forward to each year. We receive donations that help with our missions at Christmas. Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, led us in our devotional read from Romans. He read a…
The deer hunters are having nice weather this year, not too hot or too cold. Several have gotten their deer so far. Lisa Richards got an eight-point Saturday morning. Thursday morning Norma Cross and I went down and picked Kathleen Lloyd and Rockie up. We had lunch at McDonald’s then…
Last Weeks News – A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone has a safe and good week. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. May you be up and about real soon. Also our sympathy to al…
Church service at Red Bank began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. Jerry Huff gave the morning greeting and introduced the Sunday school lesson entitled, Do Life Together, with Scripture taken from Acts 4:32-35; 5:1-11 and 6:1-7. Hymns for the Worship service was led by Gary Lirley. Brother Les announced…
Albert and Doris Elliot visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson recently. Norma Stillings and her son, Dan, drove to Springfield, Saturday for lunch and a visit with Debra Bohnstedt. Cliff was in the deer woods for the day. Norma, Dan, and Debra attended a birthday party for their cousin, Gail…
11-4-12. Well, here I go again. I guess things have been going about the same. Haven’t seen any of my family lately, but Anita and I keep in touch. Haven’t been to the family restaurant for awhile. Maybe next week. I’ll find out if Anita’s off work on Wednesday and…
This past Lord’s Day we had a wonderful time in preparation for the upcoming holiday season and just enjoying the company of Christian brothers and sisters. After Sunday school our morning message was, “Preach Jesus.” It is our firm belief that all Christians should have that as their purpose in…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer. Then he led the congegation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Linna Rae Fleetwood gave a birthday offerings. The church sang Happy Birthday. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were performed by…
It was an extremely blustery day, but we had a great day to worship. There were many prayer requests, still folks with health issues, those having medical tests and others still recovering. It was Veteran’s Day and Brother Ric used several scriptures to speak about the lives that were given…
Greetings from Little Creek on this amazingly beautiful morning. I know there is lots of sadness in this life, but we have the good book to give us solace and a Savior who walks with us all the way. As Burr always says, “Pray and give God the glory.” I…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a while since we have written any news. We have had our Annual Fall Festival with a large number of family members attending. The music was by The Gospel Strings, The Rod Humbryd Bluegrass Band and Jam Dandy. Everyone enjoyed…
Bro. Dale welcomed all with a great good morning. We sang a song for Jeus and had prayer requests. Sister Mary led in prayer. Sister Peggy read the scripture for the morning from Matthew 14:22-27. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Naomi reading from II Corinthians 11:24-33. We had…
A beautiful, cold, frosty morning here this Tuesday. Don’t know much news, but I am certainly glad the election is over. I spent last weekend with Tracy, Dave, Hannah and Devin Griffith. I enjoyed it. Then on Monday Patty Stephens came and took me to Mountain Grove for my protime…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. The Sunday school lesson was Daniel’s Deliverance from the Lion’s Den, Daniel 6:11, 12 and 16-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs.…
Look out your window and imagine you can see a wagon going down the road. This wagon is loaded with people and is being pulled by a very few people. It seems more people want a free ride on the wagon to anywhere than to help pull the wagon. The…
Information was received from the following: Fred Painter and Charley Painter 1107 W. Walnut, Springfield, Missouri. These two men were twins, born two years after Dogwood was established by their father. Mrs. Effie Cauethra, Route 4, Seymour, MO. Church Records of the Christian Union Church. Mrs. Claude Wheat, RT 4,…
The Carl Neiman Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met in the basement of the Ava General Baptist Church on November 8th, 2012, at 7:15pm. The meeting was called to order by Regent Nina Carter and opened with prayer by Chaplin Sherry Beasley. The Opening Ritual was recited…
John and Jo Stephens visited Max and Kathy Stephens of Rogersville last Sunday. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. Those here on Wednesday were Donna, Megan Goforth, Macee and Quin Breeding. Amy Iott, Billy Williams, Jace, Jolisa Iott, Willie Perryman, Keith Breeding, David and Donna Dodson were all here on…
Friday afternoon an old Champion finally decided to get her canna lily bulbs dug up for the season and set about to do that. Many of the garden edibles had made a fairly poor showing, but the cannas were planted late and close to the sprinkler and performed beautifully. The…
Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary took charge of the service welcoming all. Prayer requests and praise reports were given. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. Jack read Romans 1:13-17 for our devotion. Offering was received while Mattie Shipley sang. Jeff Shipley gave a testimony. Praise and Worship…
The weather is turning cool and the wasps and ladybugs are looking for ways to get inside. The windows on my house are only 3 years old, but the wasps have finally figured out a way to get in. I thought with new windows I wouldn’t have to fight the…
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths,” Proverbs 3:5-6. These were some of the verses Brother Raymond Haden used for God’s message to us Sunday evening. He used several more…
The ladies met for a Bible Study, Thursday morning. They are reading and studying lessons in Paul’s Epistle to the Colossians. Paul’s desire for the Colossians and all the churches of Asia was, “That you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God” Norma Stillings and Bobbye…
We honored our Veterans this week in recognition of their sacrifice and gave a great big appreciation to all who were present in worship service. I hope everyone in our community took time to give their appreciation to those special people who served their country for our freedoms. We just…
We came to the house of the Lord today to worship and praise the Lord of Lord’s and King of King’s. Before we get to the sermon that Pastor Buddy brought us today we would like to send out our condolences to Sister Laura Kay Davis as she lost her…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she was doing just fine. I went down to Mark and Sherry’s last Monday and took some meat for him to grind up for me to make jerky. I went to our O.E.S. Meeting which is the last one for Carol Moore to be…
The night before deer season Bob remarked that this would be the first season in twenty-one years that he hadn’t taken a kid or grandkid with him. I told him he wouldn’t know how to act out there all by himself, and it seems I was right. He came in…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Jackie Lynn Acton and Chad Acton (incorrectly spelled ‘Action’ on deed of trust), dated June 22, 2006, recorded on June 28, 2006, in Book 450 at Page…
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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, November 19: 1. Waffle Sundae…
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I was gone three weeks on my trip to the UK and Netherlands so I don’t know any news here. This year when T. J. had me to come to Portland, Oregon he took me to the UK and the Netherlands. But I need to back up to October 8…
Leaves are falling everywhere so raking is the order of the day around here. Getting accustomed to the time change is taking some time. Daylight hours are shorter and very noticeable! A heavy rain shower came Monday and more leaves fell. For the flaming fall “scenery revue” the Douglas County…
Sunday, November 4 was the twenty-second Sunday after Trinity; altar and vestment colors were once again green for Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Philippians 1:3, in which St. Paul gives this church his thoughts on how Christians should live with one another. Paul…
Sunday morning service began with the Praise Team leading in some songs. Brother Roberts took prayer requests for several who were sick or saddened by the loss of a loved one. Brother Roberts brought the message from Hebrews 3: 12-13 and 10:24-25, “Are you a basement person or balcony person?…
We read our devotion from Acts 23 and prayer requests were given for Paul Duckworth, Danny Johnson, Tom Roberts, our nation and the coming election, for Van Menzies preaching at Salem Church, Grandma Crum, Chloe Wilson and others. Doyle Humbyrd prayed. Happy birthday was sung to Wyatt Harris for his…
We are having a pretty nice fall so far this year. By now most of the leaves have fallen off, but the grass is still green. Saturday morning the deer hunters met at our house, but I didn’t see a deer. Kenny Hunt, took Seth up in our field and…
Many on the prayer list: Servicemen; Imogene Williams, Jennifer Alexander, Sue Lathrom, Sue Hefner, Jack Lawler, Jerry Lee, Amber Junge, Shirley Moore, Wade Tooley, Jerry Snow, Ellen Buttram, Joe Moore, Donna Strain, Brent Caine’s son, Kaye Garrison, Roy Dennis, Steve Raney, Sandy Kelsey, Josh Scott, and the hurricane victims. November…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone has a safe and good week. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. May you be up and about real soon. Also our sympathy to al who have lost loves…
Greetings from Red Bank. I’m thankful for the good slow rain God sent us, but I’m just as thankful for the clear, warmer weather we had today. My prayers go up for the thousands on the east coast that are facing more bad weather coming their way. One man said…
Coetta Posey of this neighborhood and her son, David Posey, visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson, last week. Billy Fletcher said that he and the Star Workers Club went to Norwood last Thursday for lunch at R & M Dutch Cooking. Billy invited his friends, Edgar and Sharon Stewart to…
10-29-12 – Well, it won’t be 2012 much long will it? Two more months and it’ll be gone. We’ve been getting a big frost the last few nights, the pretty leaves are all off the trees now, the sumer birds are all gone and the real little animals. All the…
Monday evening our Women’s Prayer group participated in the Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer here at Oak Grove and we hope you did, wherever you worship as well. Next Sunday will be our observation of Children’s Missions, come and join us in the effort to spread the gospel to…
Howdy. News this week was slim pickins’. Sunday night they took Hazel Dodson back to the hospital. This time she stayed three days. They are trying to change her medicine so it doesn’t make her have chest pains. Her son Randy that has worked at the Plant Place is moving…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We thank God for the good crowd and the new faces. We invite them back. We were glad to have Sybil and Freeman back.…
Another beautiful Lord’s day, as we began with singing some wonderful old hymns of the church. We had many prayer requests, some sick, some bereaved, always many dealing with problems, put each one on your prayer list. We appreciated having Brother Ric and Lisa’s two daughters and families with us…
Well by the time we read the news Thursday the election 2012 will be done. And this will be one happy citizen. I did vote. The autumn weather has been unsurpassed. I rode around the place Saturday, but this Sunday I haven’t felt like going out. James and Greg DeGase…
Those present for the November 1st monthly meeting were Karen N. Davis, (President), Lily Branco, Maxine Smith, Linnie Ingram, Edith McKinnon, Norine Loftis and friend, Judy, from Waynesville. They met at 10:00 a.m. Thursday in the health center basement and some had lunch at the senior center at noon. Following…
Time moves on, here we are in the autumn season. The hornet nests we seen are high up in the trees. The persimmon prediction may be accurate. James and me enjoyed all our trick or treaters and enjoyed visiting the adults. James looks forward to it every year. Saturday evening…
Bro. Dale Porter opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We appreciate Bro. Dale for what he does as we appreciate everyone who is filling in for all the things that we depended on our pastor for. Bro. Paul had us all spoiled. We miss him so…
Opening prayer for our morning service was by Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Taking A Stand.” It takes courage to take a stand for Jesus and there may be a price to pay if we faithfully share the gospel with others. Happy Birthday wishes goes out to…
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 Night Babylon Fell, Daniel 5:18-30 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingran,…
