Good morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness the air is cool and crisp this morning. I haven’t built a fire, but I’ll probably do that before the day is over. Thanks to one of our good neighbors, Roger, brought in tomaotes and peppers so I’ve been working…
This edition of the Douglas County Herald won’t go to print until after the election. So, it wouldn’t do me any good to praise or to rant and rave about what is going on in our nation. I can only hope that those with Christian ethics made it to the…
Danny Bushong worked in Arkansas this week. Debra Reed of Kansas called me this week. Donna Dodson was here on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Diana Davis came here on Wednesday evening to help pass out candy. Amy Iott, Jolisa Iott, Melanie Breeding and Hilary Iott brought all the…
Good neighbors in Britain are most interested in the American political system and are as confused about the Electoral college as are many voters back home. Every four years, sometime around the time of the inauguration, the controversy over the process gets laid aside once again to consider other critical…
November 31 – Wednesday evening service was cancelled. Several from Caney wanted to attend the revival meeting at Bradleyville General Baptist where Bro. Jack Clemans is pastor. They are good to come and participate in our special events. Sunday opened in congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. Prayer requests…
11-4-12. Here we are again on a beautiful day. It is the Lord’s day. Time has been turned back an hour and yet it seems my ability to get from point A to point B gets slower and slower. That is okay for God blesses me with the ability to…
“Look unot me, and be ye saved all the ends of the earth: for I am God, and there is none else,” Isaiah 45:22. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Acts 23:1-11 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. The children studied about Jesus…
The people at Bethany Baptist Church love missionaries. One of our favorite missionaries is Tommy Tillman of Harbor Evangelism International, Inc. He had a burden for Thailand and began a ministry for the lepers there. He actually lived with lepers, sleeping on mats under bridges, and proving to them that…
Hope everyone had a great week and got that extra hour of sleep Sunday morning. Brother Bill Coats sang a special song this morning, which we enjoyed very much. Pastor Buddy started a new series this morning called the essential James which will be over the book of James. This…
I took my news in last Monday and then when I came home I made apple butter the rest of the day. Mark and Gary Shelton came by last Tuesday morning then later on George came and got some eggs. Nina Carter stopped by Wednesday and picked up her eggs.…
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 March 24, 2008 executed by Barnes Real Estate Company B., Inc., a Missouri Corporation, and recorded in…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated January 10, 2008 executed by Barnes Real Estate Company B., Inc., a Missouri Corporation, and recorded in…
IN THE 44TH JUDICAL CIRCUIT COURT DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CHRISTOPHER PAUL BISHOP) Plaintiff/Petitioner ) Vs. ) HOLLY ELON BISHOP ) Defendant/Respondent ) Nature of Suit: ) Dissolution of Marriage ) Case No. 12DG-CC00297 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to: HOLLY ELON…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Christopher B Stout, Husband and Wife, and Shelly D Stout, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Christopher B Stout, Husband and Wife, and Shelly D Stout, Husband and Wife…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Frank Losh and Betty Losh, Husband & Wife: Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Frank Losh and Betty Losh, Husband & Wife dated 04/28/2005, and recorded on 04/28/2005 Book 433 Page 996 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Douglas…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, George Erwin and Kim Erwin, husband and wife, by their Deed of Trust dated November 10, 2011, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office for Douglas County, Missouri, as Document No. 111759, conveyed to Daniel P. Wade, Trustee, the following described real estate, situated in the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NICOLE KRATKY, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 6TH day of NOVEMBER, 2012, LINDA COONTS was appointed conservator of the estate of NICOLE KRATKY, a person…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) WAYNE ELMER WOLTER, ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00054 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of WAYNE ELMER WOLTER, Deceased: On the 6th day of November, 2012, ELIZABETH…
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 12: 1. Pancake Griddle…
Calendar Of Events 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. * * * Free CD Dance in the basement of the Ava Senior Center, November…
October is leaving us along with cooler weather and lots of falling leaves! In “bare pastures cattle have been eating some of the leaves to survive due to the past months of hot and dry weather and not enough moisture. The ones who lost loved ones recently have our deepest…
Sunday, October 28 was the twenty-first Sunday after Trinity. It was also Christ the King Sunday and the Feast Day of Saint Simon and Saint Jude Apostles. Altar and vestment colors for this special day were white for Christ the King and red for the martyred apostles about whom not…
Sunday morning service was opened with music by the band then prayer requests and prayer, Sister Tillie Fowler brought the beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Daniel 3:17, “God Is Able.” Sunday evening was our Fourth Sunday Singing. We enjoyed several hymns then several beautiful special songs. We…
Last Weeks News – We read our devotional from I Corinthians and shared prayer requests for Gina Smith, Paula Calmer, Dane Humbyrd, Glenda Sanders, Paul Duckworth, Gary Soutee, Grandma Crum, our nation, leaders, troops and revival at Bradleyville and Salem churches. May the good Lord hear our prayers for revival…
It is 15 degrees here in Peckerwood Hollow this Monday morning and a big frost. Norma Cross and I visited with Goldie Miller, Irene Richards and Peggy Jenkins on Tuesday. Peggy had an accident on Friday as they were leaving the annual fall festival in Mountain Grove with the area…
A good morning to all our readers, friends and neighbors. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend. The weather was kind of cool, but bearable if you dressed warm. In some places there was frost and ice. We sent get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in…
Red Bank’s Fall Festival was well attended. The weather wasn’t as cold as expected so there were games for the children both inside and outside the church building. The fire was built and everyone gathered around to roast their wieners and marshmallows. Inside one could find an ample supply of…
Janet Davis of Lebanon, Barbara Whittaker of Marshfield, Wendell and Linda Daugherty of Theodosia, and Jean Daugherty of Ava visited with Billy Fletcher, Saturday. Doris Holman, Carol Riggs, John Fruhe, and Billy went out to the home of Fred and Charlie Lindberg after church Sunday. They were celebrating Doris’s birthday.…
10-22-12. Dear readers of the Douglas County Herald: I hope everyone is blessed with good health and good weather. We are mostly. I think the second round of antibiotics did me a lot of good and I’ll never get over the sinus allergies and problems I have. Thank goodness for…
Hope many of you readers were among the large crowd that attended this years Masquerade Ball at the Chateau Charmant (the castle in Olga). It was so much fun and I even made it out on the dance floor a couple of times. I appreciated my grand kids, Nicholas and…
We have had an eventful week, Friday evening at Piland Youth Camp we helped in the Fall Teen Retreat which ran through Saturday at 11:00 a.m. There were 33 teenagers who came for the retreat and from what everyone said who attended, “everyone,” teens, counselors, teachers, cooks, helpers and speakers…
It was a great day to worship, thankful for those who came. We had so many to pray for, our children, grandchildren, the military, the bereaved, our camp, as well as our church and the lost. Be thankful for our abundant blessings. Brother Ric was away for the weekend, and…
The leaves are rapidly falling and the most beautiful autumn we’ve every had will soon be only a memory. The fall season has always been my favorite time of the year and it is over much too soon. We survived the hot, dry days of summer and then were blessed…
One never knows. Tuesday James and I were going for our lipids test so you fast 12 hours and then go out to breakfast. I got up that morning with pain so I ended up going through tests for a kidney stone. Hopefully I passed the problem Friday morning. Our…
We had our Fourth Saturday Night Singing Saturday Night. The crowd was small, but we were blessed as the Holy Spirit was with us. We won’t be having another Fourth Saturday Night Singing until in January 2013 because of it falling on the holiday weekend in November and December. See…
Well those of us, me included, who said we wouldn’t have a pretty fall have had to eat our words, the leaves have just been awesome. Some are still pretty, but the last two mornings have been cold. Don and Cathy Haney drove to Branson last Friday afternoon for a…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Sharing The Good News of Jesus and to remember that when we share the gospel with others it will go to the ends of the earth, one person at a time. Our special song was…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce and Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Sunday school lesson was Tried In The Fiery Furnace, Daniel 3:19-26 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
I hope you survived our trick or treats. We now get to move on and start thinking about Thanksgiving. There is always so much to be thankful for if we just stop and think about all the wonderful blessings that God gives us each and every day. I know that…
Quite a change in our weather! Yes? Surely do hope you have harvested your garden, drained your water hoses, have those windows washed (mine are not washed!), have closed your vents, and found someone to rake your leaves and clean out your eaves. I barely remembered to bring some potted…
Danny Bushong worked in Oklahoma and Kansas this week. He spent the weekend in Kansas with Johnnie and Debra Reed and visited Miguel and Tiffany Ayala and family. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. Jolisa Iott and Willie have been here several days doing some painting. Dalton Watkins helped one…
It would seem that many of the people in the Ozarks are related to people in Scotland. They immigrated to America in the 1700′s and settled in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains which eventually became the states of Kentucky, Tennessee and North Carolina where they carried on their time honored craft…
October 24 – Wednesday evening Caney Church came together to praise the Lord and study His word. Bro. Jim Lafferty was our leader this week. Prayer requests and praise reports were given. Bro. Hi Lambeth led our hearts in prayer. Jim read I Kings 3:5-14, I Timothy 4:11-16, II Timothy…
10-28-12 – Great and beautiful day we have today. God’s artwork is no doubt to be admired. I am so glad that I as a sinner saved by grace still receives God’s blessings and gifts. It is a privilege to be in God’s house this day. I pray that our…
“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is…
The Jubilee Singers sang an old Stamps-Baxter favorite, “I’ll Be Listening,” that reminds us that the Lord may come any day and we should be ready. The church sang, “Happy Birthday” to Bobbye Priddy. Bobbye Barner Priddy was born in Ozark County, attended grade school at “Turkey Trot” then Thornfield…
Last week’s news – Seniors, here are some ways to liven up your meals with fruits and vegetables. Try grilling mushrooms, carrots, peppers and potatoes on a kabob skewer, brushing them with oil. Or try peaches, pineapple and mangos. Mix sautéed onions, peas or tomatoes in your favorite casserole. Toss…
What a beautiful day to go worship the Lord. It was chilly outside this morning but the sun was shining and God was still blessing us. Sister Shelby Koop led us in worship this morning and we had special prayer for some needs in our church which we believe God…
I talked with Bonnie and she said she stayed in last week, but she got out and went to church Sunday with Cecilia Edwards. Nina Carter dropped by last Monday morning and dropped some food off and later on Monica came up and took me to the doctor. Kay Hutchison…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Richard D. Mitchell and Lisa A. Mitchell Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Richard D. Mitchell and Lisa A. Mitchell dated May 29, 2002 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of…
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Sealed bids for the Rippee Conservation Area 2- Span Concrete Bridge, Douglas County, Missouri, Project No. 64-12-05 will be received at MO Dept. of Conservation, PO Box 180, 2901 W Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65102, UNTIL 2:00 PM, November 27, 2012 then publicly opened. A Non…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Joey Conley and Melissa Conley, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Joey Conley and Melissa Conley, Husband and Wife dated March 1, 2010 and recorded in the Office of the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) DAVID STRANG, ) Protectee, now deceased. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00012 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTELEMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Final Settlement of the conservatorship and Petition for Approval thereof, together…
Kindergarten-1st Soccer Tournament Bracket October 27, 2012 Schedule: Game 1 8:30 -9:05 a.m. – Proverbs 15 Photography (5) vs. National TV (0) National TV took 6th place Game 2 9:15 -9:50 a.m. – Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center (0) vs. Sonic (3) Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare…
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 5: 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. ****** Squires Volunteer Fire Dept. Chili/Soup Fundraiser with Dessert Auction and Silent Auction,…
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. * * * Ava Saddle Club Meeting, Monday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 06-1t *…
Tuesday, Oct. 23rd, 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 losers were Billy and Sharon. Sharon had the lesson on “Affordable Ways To Lose Weight” 1. Sparkpeople.com gives good advice and is one way to…
The regular 4th Sunday Singing was held at Oak Grove Church, October 28. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Charles McFarland opened with prayer; song books distributed/collected by Freeman Porter; 51 present; 40 songs and 1 recitation shared. The next Singing will be at Mt. Calvary, November…
Kindergarten-1st Soccer Tournament Bracket October 27, 2012 SEEDED 1. Murphy Oil – 17 goals, 1 loss, 3 wins 2. Zumba – 11 goals, 1 loss, 3 wins 3. Proverbs 15 Photography – 15 goals, 2 losses, 2 wins 4. Heart of the Ozarks- 13 goals, 2 losses, 2 wins…
Kindergarten-1st Week 3 – October 20 8:30 a.m. Murphy USA (2) vs. Zumba (4) 9:15 a.m. Sonic (4) vs. Proverbs 15 Photography (2) 10:00 a.m. National TV (1) vs. Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center (6) 2nd-4th Grade Week 3 – October 20 11:00 a.m. Collins Law (7) vs.…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, October 29: 1. French Toast…
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. ****** Skyline School Fall Carnival will be Friday, October 26. Chili supper at…
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. * * * Piland Youth Camp Fall Retreat Seventh through twelfth grade, registration to begin at 4:00 p.m.,…
We are blessed with beautiful fall weather at the time, giving folks time to do their fall jobs. Grass grows fast so lawn mowing is a necessity for sure. Several farmers have had another cutting of hay. Cattle have been fed hay most of the summer. My sympathy to families…
Tuesday, Oct. 16th, T.O.P.S. #0720 met and was called to order by Sharon with twelve weighing in with a total loss of 15 lbs. Top loser was Rachel. Fall Rally was great fun, we raffled off a kitchen utilities basket and sold some crafts. We were pleasantly surprised to have…
Star Workers Extension Club had their October meeting the 111th at Doris Holman’s home. Sharon Loesch our president called the meeting to order. We said the Pledge of Allegiance and Club Collect. Doris led devotional, “Sign of Autumn.” We then played a word game. Roll call was, How many states…
Sunday, October 21st was the twentieth Sunday after trinity. Bishop Hartley was away to do a confirmation ceremony at our sister Anglican Church in Heber Springs, Arkansas so instead of our usual communion service we had a morning prayer service conducted by our lay leader, Joe Criswell, who also read…
Sunday morning for Delmar and me started with Delmar feeling a bit under the weather. We just stayed around home and enjoyed sitting on the front porch out front and watching the traffic as it passed by on their way to the Flaming Fall Revue. We waved and got a…
Dick Richards drove Georgia Sanders, Norma Cross and I thru the Glade Top Trail Thursday. It was so beautiful. We stopped several times to look across the hills and valleys. The yellows were brighter than I remembered them to be. We ended up in Taneyville, where we ate lunch in…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy weekend. We had a lot of activities going on for the weekend and the weather was great. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our…
The Red Bank Church service began with Jake Hampton leading the congregation in hymns. Jerry Huff greeted members and guests and introduced the morning Sunday school lesson entitled, “From Failure to Correction.” Scripture for this lesson was taken from Exodus 15:19-21 and Numbers 12:1-16. After Sunday school, more hymns were…
Gary Mitchell was a recent visitor in the home of Tom and Jewell Johnson. Tom and Jewell are still able to live in their own home, thanks to the grace of God and the willingness of their two sons and other family members to make that possible. Norma Stillings had…
Morning worship service opened with special testimonies and then special songs from Ella Faye Mitchell and Bro. Gary Martin. The message entitled “Rejoice In Hope,” was taken from Romans 12:12. Sometimes we fail to acknowledge that there is no bitterness, in the truly Christian life. As Paul wrote in Philippians…
It was another beautiful day to meet to worship, glad to have visitors. We had many on our prayer list, thankful for blessings, also. We have folks suffering with this summer cold. Brother Ric and Lisa have had children and grandchildren visiting, also. Brother Ric began his message from Luke…
October 6th sure was a change in weather. James and me spent a few days at Chateau on the Lake. Garrison Church made arrangements for us to go. They were holding a retreat for pastors and their wives presented by the Missouri Baptist Convention Family Ministries. We had good food,…
Our morning service opened with Sister Naomi welcoming all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Mary. Sister Naomi read scripture from Isaiah 55:10-11. Sunday school began with leader, Sister Naomi, leading in prayer. Our lesson was in II Corinthians 9:1-15. We had…
The last two weekends the leaves have just been so beautiful. Hope all who were able to got outside and enjoyed them. I spent the past week in Moberly visiting Debbie and Shelby Hutchison, Jamie, Devin, Bailee, Lauryn and Hayden Snodgrass. I sure enjoyed myself. We took drives up to…
Our morning service started with prayer by Joie Welker. In our Sunday school lesson, Acts 8th, we studied about Simon’s love of money and power that came between him and Jesus. When some people get increasing power and influence there comes the danger of becoming worldly and corrupt. Scripture warns…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant, prayer by Brother Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was, “The Superiority of Spiritual Wisdom,” Daniel 1:8-16 and 20, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Prayer by Sister Lena Ingram, specials…
It’s a beautiful Tuesday morning here in Ava, but last night was quite stormy. The thunder and lightning woke me different times in the night. I saw snow on the news this morning in the California mountains and Tahoe areas and it was coming down. I was in that area…
It seems the weeks just fly by. I was busy trying to get everything ready for our fall festival and I think everyone had a great time. We had several ride on the trailer as they made their way around the mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery. From what I…
We appreciate Mrs. Roberts for bringing her Bear’s Den students through on Tuesday, and to Mr. Moore for taking our pictures. They got to do a scavenger hunt to find things in the Museum. Sharon took through the second graders from Ava School last week and they had a really…
Here is an excerpt from an e-mail received, written by a Democrat who had previously voted for Obama. This man, Bob Correal went to see the movie “2016”, which revealed to him the true Obama, upholding the serious concerns he has had regarding the person in the White House. Correal…
My sympathy to the Virginia Burnett family and Cindy Fitzgerald family. Those here on Monday were Jolissa Iott and Willie, Donna Dodson and Megan Goforth. David and Donna went to Springfield Monday. Michael Dodson left for a hunting trip on Wednesday and returned home Saturday. Jo Stephens, Butch and Diana…
Traveling Champions are pleased to see how excitingly different the world is elsewhere and are delighted to see how very similar it is to home. An evening in an establishment called The Reverie over on Newington Street in Edinburgh was very reminiscent of any one of a number of places…
October 17 – Wednesday evening Caney Church came together to praise the Lord and study His word. We were thrilled to have Gabe Shipley take charge of the service. It’s good to have the youth learn the workings of the church. Prayer requests and praise reports were received. Bro. Jeff…
I don’t have any excuse for all the mistakes I have been making, only an explanation. I try to write the news at the last minute before the deadline and then I am in a hurry trying to get everything in, seems like I’m not a good multi-tasker. My birthday…
“He that hath an ear, let him let him hear: what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death, ” Revelations 2:11. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read I Corinthians 1:18-25 for the devotion then dismissed…
The ladies met Thursday morning and began a Bible study in Colossians. The lesson was aimed at pointing out the preeminence of Christ in all things. The ladies share prayer requests and pray for the needs of the church. The weather was perfect for the Friday evening hayride out at…
Here’s a poem I’m sure every senior can relate to: A row of bottles on my shelf caused me to analyze: One yellow pill I have to pop goes to my heart so it won’t stop. A little white one that I take goes to my hands so they won’t…
We just had to show our love of Pastor Oren Alcorn as we helped him celebrate his BIG birthday! (I wouldn’t want to embarrass him by saying he’s 60 years old now!) Black balloons were in abundance and a bright red walker adorned with his favorite running shoes attached to…
George and Violet Blakey came by last Monday and picked up their eggs before going on the Glade Top Trail to see the pretty leaves. I finally went to the doctor in Ozark and got a shot and some medicine to make me well. Tara brought Jett Wednesday and Thursday…
Last Weeks News – The usual bright, blue October skies have been cloudy the past few days and usually we have had frost before now. Grass is still green and needing mowed again. Perhaps we will have frost before the week is over. The quilt that Lynn Bentele won at…
Tuesday, Oct. 9th, T.O.P.S. #0720 met and was called to order by Sharon with thirteen weighing in with a total loss of 13.25 lbs. Top loser was Sam. Fall Rally is this weekend in Springfield. Linda had the lesson on “Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar”, widely used to lose weight;…
Meeting came to order at 10 a.m. We said the Pledge of Allegiance then the Club Collect. Kitty, Billy, Doris, Sharon, Charlie, Carol, Elnora and Macee were in attendance. Doris read the devotion, Signs Of Autumn. Doris was hostess. We played a game. Roll call was, How Many States Have…
Sunday, October 14 was the nineteenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ephesians 4:17, “This I say therefore….that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind…” It is the Christian’s duty to follow not what others…
Sunday morning service began with music by the band. Claude Robertson and Cindy Smith sang a beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, “Praying for a New Season.” Sunday evening we had several old-time hymns then Brother Roberts brought the message from Numbers 11. “Negativeness.” We are…
Connie Johnson prayed our beginning prayer as we came together on our Lord’s Day. We read from Ephesians 6 for our devotional. Happy birthday was sung to Billy Hodges and Aaron Humbyrd. A love offering was received for Faith Home. After Sunday school, Danny Johnson prayed the offertory prayer as…
Douglas and Ozark Counties RTA members, Barbara Roberts, Ida Mae Huse, Geraldine Gray, Terri Hall, Ruth Evans, Caryl Feiler, Edith McKinnon, Julane Williams, Betty Moore, Sue Robirds, Jane Elder, Marie Bristol, Norma Stillings, Norma Griffith, and guest, Lin Waterhouse met Tuesday, October 9 for lunch at the Gainesville Senior Center.…
The trees are really getting pretty here in the Ozarks. They are going to be perfect for the Glade Top Trail viewers this year. Hope there will be a big turn out. We got a call this week from Washington. Our cousin, Lena (Sis) Hull passed away. She was the…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost a loved one. May God bless you in your time…
Hello again folks. I missed getting my article written last week. I was feeling a little under the weather at that time. It seems that the pollen count is higher this fall than it was this summer so we will all probably have to put up with our allergy problems…
This was a special week for Norma Stillings, her Uncle Don Putnam of Thousand Oaks, California and her son, Don Stillings, and his wife Jodi, of Anaheim, California came to Springfield, Missouri for a visit with several of the family members here. Don Putnam was able to visit with his…
Another beautiful, delightful autumn day around here. There’s been some really pretty trees all around me here, but they’re starting to lose too many leaves now to be picture-worthy. There’s a little red tree just to the west of me that shows up bright every year, but now it’s grown…
This Sunday morning after choir and congregational singing, we were treated to a special by Bro. Gary Martin and then proceeded with the morning message which was taken from Lamentations 3:21-26, entitled “Getting Serious About Worship.” We examined examples like “Rachel,” the wife of Jacob in Genesis 31:19 and 34.…
I can’t believe we are already into October. The next three months are the most exciting time of all. All of the holidays are fast approaching and when you still have kids at home, they don’t let you forget to decorate and bake for the special seasons. Speaking of baking,…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The girls took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson. We sure enjoy his lessons. Sis. Helen brought a very good message Sunday and Sunday night. Sis. Marie…
We had folks gone Sunday, however, we had a very good day to join together and pray for our loved ones and thank Him for His blessings. Our Sunday School lesson was very good, with lots of discussion. Brother Ric read from Jonah, cautioning us about running from God. It…
Our morning service began with Bro. Dale greeting all with a good morning. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Naomi. Bro. Dale read scripture from Matthew 5:6. We gave our gifts and Sister Carrie led in prayer. Sunday school began with our leader,…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school lesson we studied how faith gives us courage to speak boldly for our Lord even if we may have to die for our faith. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Doug Miller and our special song was…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was The Valley of Dry Bones, Ezekiel 37:1-11 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Bro.…
We have had another great week here on our mountain. God is blessing us with some beautiful Fall colors. Sitting on the front porch of our church you can look out and enjoy some of God’s work of art. It’s a busy time at church. We are making plans for…
We appreciate Mrs. Roberts for bringing her Bear’s Den students through on Tuesday, and to Mr. Moore for taking our pictures. They got to do a scavenger hunt to find things in the Museum. Sharon took through the second graders from Ava School last week and they had a really…
A trip to Springfield last week let me see so many fields of downed and baled hay. Quite a surprise after the summer we have had. The ponds we had cleaned out now have some water in them. Some calves are arriving, perhaps a bit smaller this year and that…
My sympathy to the Marvin Riley family. David and Donna Dodson were here on Monday, David fixed a window for me. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Tuesday. They are still unable to move back home yet from their fire. Danny Bushong called on Wednesday. Donna came by on Thursday.…
News has traveled all the way across the Atlantic Ocean to the effect that Saturday night brought another good inch of rain to Champion and that the weather is wonderful. Sunday was the birthday of Peanut’s dad and his Tennessee sister and her tall sons were in for a week’s…
October 10 – Caney Cnurch came together Wednesday evening to praise the Lord and study His word. We began services with congregational singing. Bro. Jeff Shipley welcomed everyone. We have lots of concerns as we went to the Lord in prayer. Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. We once again…
Last weekend sure was bustling at Breedon. Friday night was singing night and it was a lot of fun as usual. We brought my niece and nephew, Eden and Luke Little with us. They said they had a great time. Luke was really watching all those musicians with their banjos,…
“And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved,” Acts 2:21. We are so happy to announce Brother Jeremy made the choice to be saved Sunday morning. Please help us pray for him as he begins his walk with God.…
Sam and Mandi Abram and their ten-month-old daughter, Jocelyn Grace, were guests at Bethany Baptist Church in all the services, Sunday. They are visiting churches sharing their burden for souls in Hong Kong, China and hoping to raise financial and prayer support for that effort. Sam grew up in California,…
We’re enjoying the pretty Fall colors. On Wednesday I went to the barbershop and listened to the guys play music. Nora and Lee visited me on Friday while Bob and Linda were in Springfield for a doctor appointment and some shopping. While there, they visited with granddaughter, Macy and Bailey…
Here’s a poem I’m sure every senior can relate to: A row of bottles on my shelf caused me to analyze: One yellow pill I have to pop goes to my heart so it won’t stop. A little white one that I take goes to my hands so they won’t…
Jewell Elliott dropped by last Monday and dropped off some pictures that was on the camera that we used for old folks day. I took my news in last Tuesday and filled up with gas. I had Jett Wednesday and Thursday and Mark brought me some eggs Thursday, his hens…
I still have a hummingbird once in a while, I guess just passing through on their way south. I spied one on Friday evening and again on Sunday morning. I still have one feeder hanging outside with a tiny amount of sugar water in it and I have plenty of…
Pre-K Week 3 – October 20 9:00 a.m. Murphy USA vs. Intouch Insurance 9:35 a.m. KFC vs.Delayna’s Beauty Shop 10:20 a.m. Tarrant Insurance vs, Casey’s General Store Kindergarten-1st Week 3 – October 20 8:30 a.m. Murphy USA vs. Zumba 9:15 a.m. Sonic vs. Proverbs 15 Photography 10:00 a.m. National TV…
Kindergarten-1st Week 4 – October 13 8:30 a.m. Proverbs 15 Photography (3) vs. Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center (4) 9:15 a.m. Murphy USA (3) vs. Sonic (1) 10:00 a.m. National TV (0) vs. Zumba (3) 2nd-4th Grade Week 4 – October 13 11:00 a.m. Hucklebucks (3) vs. Casey’s…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, October 22: 1. Pancakes, Strawberries 2.…
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“Seeing many things, but thou observest not, opening the ears, but he heareth not,” Isaiah 42:20. Thursday afternoon., Gary and I went to Ava and visited his mother, Maxine Turner. Friday, Gary and I went with Vic and Jean Plante north of Seymour to the Amish auction. After that we…
Meeting called to order October 2, 2012 by Sharon. We had 14 weigh-in with 10-1/4 lbs lost. High loser was Rachel. Kathleen, Judy, Sam and Sue all stayed the same. Kathleen had the lesson from TOPS123.com website. (A) Attend a TOPS meeting is the first step. (B) It takes a…
Sunday, October 7 was the eighteenth Sunday after Trinity. Thursday, October 4 was the Feast Day of our patron saint, St. Francis of Assisi and the annual Blessing of the Animals was held on Saturday, October 6. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Matthew…
Sunday morning started with a good frost then Sunday morning church at Walnut Grove. The Praise Team did an Awesome job of leading us in praise and worship. Brother Roberts brought the message from Proverbs 3:1-10 and Malachi 3:8-10, “Stewardship.” Sunday evening Brother Mahlon Schmucker brought the message from Hebrews…
We have such a need to pray for it is the key to all we do. Without prayer, nothing is done for the Lord so each Tuesday night we come to pray and the Good Lord always blesses. Each Wednesday, we do Bible study from the book of Exodus. We…
Fall is here, we got a little frost, which helps with allergies. My Aunt Edythe Applegate passed away and was buried at Mt. Tabor Cemetery last Wednesday the 5th. She was married to my mother’s brother, Lawrence Applegate. We grew up in the same area. I have always known her.…
Today, October 7, 2012 prayer requests: Candy Riners, Marion Morgan, Christy Calhoun’s daughter, Kate Junge’s family- Amber Junge and Emily, Cody (David Housley’s son-in-law) becoming a minister, Glenda and Stanley (preaching in Lebanon this week), Sharon and Van Renfrow, Brent Cain’s son, Jennifer Alexander, Jake Sellars, Laurie Golden, Kaye Garrison,…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy weekend. We want to send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. May your road to recovery be very soon. Our sympathy to all who have…
10-1-12. Well, the old calendar on the old wall says this is October. We’re still having beautiful autumn weather, a little chilly at times, but that’s what it’s supposed to be. And much better than when it was so hot you couldn’t enjoy being outside at all. I’ve always been…
This weather has been enjoyable. However, it has brought with it a round of colds and some flu. Our household has been hit with the round of colds and I am more than ready for some relief. I hated to miss Sunday morning service as we really wanted to hear…
This Sunday morning, the message was brought by Bro. Davon Friend from Brushy Knob General Baptist Church. The evening message was brought by Bro. Gary Martin. I can’t give you anymore information than that at this time because I was away on a national missions trips to Marion, Kentucky. The…
Howdy. This last week was a good week for the weather but I’m thinking that a cool, wet fall is rapidly approaching, Farmers Day was a huge success. There were so many spectators, and lots of food and a great parade, (even though our church float came in 2nd). Tender…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer and then he led in congegational singing. Darrel and Helen had an anniversary. The church sang Happy Anniversary to them. Darrel brought a good Sunday school lesson. We missed Sybil Freeman, she was sick. Sis. Helen brought a very good…
Another beautiful day as we gathered together at Mt. Tabor. We remembered all those in prayer who were mentioned, always many in need of a special touch from the Lord. So many of our group were seeing their doctors this week, hope all receive a good report. Bro. Ric read…
I’m back this week with some news from our community. I’m sorry I neglected to write for the past two weeks, but sometimes I just come up with nothing to write. Not many give me their news and I get discouraged. But some events have happened and I’ll try to…
We had a good day in the Lord at Happy Home today. Bro. Dale welcomed all to the Sunday school portion of our Sunday services. We sang and had many prayer requests. Bro. Dale read scritpture from Proverbs 7:1-4. Our Sunday school lesson was from II Corinthians, chapter 7. We…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. In our Sunday school lesson, we learned that through faith, God gives us the words we need to speak boldly for Him. Pastor Riley’s morning message was from Luke, chapter 24. We should live and prepare for heaven and remember the…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Change In Leadership, Ezekiel 34:1-10 and 23-25 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by…
It seems that fall weather has arrived. We did get most of our garden picked. I can’t believe here it is in October and we picked three gallons of green beans. We also hadn’t dug out potatoes and sweet potatoes until just this week. We were amazed how many sweet…
Remember back when we were told to put money into savings accounts of some sort and the interest rates at that time were pretty good? We were told we were spending too much money and frivolously. Well, now checking account interest is something like .56%, savings accounts around .75% and…
Congratulations to Mary Berry and Warren Hutchison on the birth of their baby boy born October 3. He weighed 7 lb. 12 oz. and has been names Lucas Warren Hutchison. I know Aunt Vicky and Grandma Carrie are very proud of him. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. Jo Stephens…
Champions are pleased for their neighbors, those Pioneers, that they endured the inclement weather as pioneers have surely done always. Betty Thomas said that it was a little slow Saturday due to the disagreeable weather, but that quite a few people came out anyway. Sunday morning the sun was right…
Oct. 3 – Caney Church met together Wednesday evening to study and learn more of God’s wonderful word. We began with congregational singing to praise the Lord. Bro. Hi Lambeth was our leader this week. As we always do prayer requests and praise reports were given. Bro. Jim Lafferty led…
Saturday was a beautiful day for a wedding. My brother Farron and his fiancé Nacole were married over at the Eastern Gate Church. It was a truly joyful occasion. The view from the Eastern Gate Church is one of the most beautiful we’ve got around here. They were able to…
“The harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers are few; pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth laborers into his harvest,” Matthew 9:37-38. The children studied about the harvest. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Proverbs 8:1-11 for the…
The Bethany Baptist Church people signed a card of appreciation and gave Pastor Bob Sorensen a love offering Sunday morning. October is Pastor Appreciation Month which gave the church an opportunity to express its gratitude to Pastor Bob who works hard all year. Pastor Bob generally writes and delivers three…
I’ve been staying in due to the colder weather. I didn’t go to church Sunday. My hummingbirds and squirrels have gone and I’m still feeding the pigeons for entertainment while sitting in my chair and keeping warm. Bob and Linda went to Springfield Friday. They met granddaughter, Brooke, and enjoyed…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, October 15—Chili, peanut butter sandwich, corn, fruit. Tuesday, October 16—Open face turkey, mixed vegetables, pudding. Wednesday, October 17—Catfish nuggets, hush puppies, cheesy potatoes, cobbler. Thursday, October 18—Ham and beans, potatoes, spinach, cornbread, ice cream. Friday, October 19—Meatballs, rice, gravy, breaded tomatoes, green beans,…
This morning was a cool morning, but was a great day to worship the Lord. Today we had a bluegrass group called Potters Wheel to sing for us in the early service, which we enjoyed very much. Some of the songs were “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” which everyone of…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she said she was doing just fine, but no new news. Last Monday was our O.E.S. meeting in Ava and we had some missing because of sickness. I hope Vickie Prock is home and on the mend. The O.E.S. entertained the Masons last Tuesday…
The jackets and sweaters and even Bob’s insulated coveralls came out over the weekend with the cooler temperatures. I am never ready to bundle up against the cold, but it was either put on a sweater or shiver, so I gave in to fall. I brought some of my flowers…
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Last Weeks Games Have Been Rescheduled for Oct. 20 Pre-K Week 4 – October 13 9:00 a.m. Casey’s General Store vs. Delayna’s Beauty Shop 9:35 a.m. Tarrant Insurance vs. Murphy USA 10:20 a.m. KFC vs. Intouch Insurance Kindergarten-1st Week 4 – October 13 8:30 a.m. Proverbs 15 Photography vs. Heart…
The 27th annual Miller-Hall Reunion was held at the Ava City Park on September 30, 2012. There were about 40 family members and friends in attendance due to illness and weather. Margaret Rosseau was spokesperson for the day. Bob Miller asked the blessing before the potluck dinner was served. The…
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Dixie Garrett was hostess for Bunco with first, Dixie, second, Sharon Jenkins, low, Lucille Jenkins and door prize, Dixie. After an hour of games refreshments were served to the winners and members, Allie Gentry, Sybil Heckendorn, Joretta Sawyer, Janet Sallee and guest, Marla Yeager.…
“Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord,” II Peter 1:2. Zach Sears is still working in Mountain Grove so he is still getting to stay with his grandparents, Eddie and Linda, through the week. Eddie and Linda also this past…
Fall is certainly in the air and many are beginning to prepare for winter, as there are loads of firewood seen going down the highway almost every day. Gas trucks have been filling up propane tanks also. Hummingbirds are getting scarce around here, so the majority of the little “hummers”…
September 25th meeting was called to order by Sharon. We lost 20 lbs. High loser was Billy. Margaret, Audry and Judy stayed the same. We welcome Claire and Heather as new members. We appreciate Linda for the taste of sugar-free pumpkin pie to celebrate September birthdays. This lesson was given…
Sunday, Sept. 30 was the seventeenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the scripture readings for the day on the theme of our preoccupation with self leaving no time for God’s purpose. Psalm 10 is on the ungodly who are so proud that their lives are futile.…
Sunday morning service was opened with music by the band then congregational hymns. Prayer requests and prayer by Brother Roberts. Sister Joyce Erickson sang a beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Romans 8: 16, “Things That Can Not Be Shaken In Our Lives.” Sunday evening was a special…
We read our devotional reading from John 13. Prayer concerns were shared for Lane, Paul, Cody, Chloe and Misty’s family. Our nation, leaders and military always need our prayer cover. Happy birthday was sung to Patty Siler and Dane Humbyrd. After Sunday school classes, Van Menzies and Danny Johnson received…
The Douglas and Ozark Counties Retired Teachers and Other School Personnel (RTA) met for lunch September 18 at Ava Senior Center. While they ate they enjoyed hearing the “Heritage Singers” who presented a program of gospel music. The Heritage Singers that sang that day included three retired teachers, Jena Moyer,…
How could anyone go, where the weather could be any better. We even have a little water in our branches. It seems like Dick cuts grass every other day, the rain has truly been a blessing. I visited with Pat Williams at our mailboxes the other day. He said they…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a great and safe weekend as theweather was nice for all the outdoor activities. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing home. Our sympathy to all who has lost…
Greetings. Opening the Red Bank Church service by leading the congregation in hymns was Gary Lirley. Jerry Huff welcomed members and guest and introduced the morning Sunday school lesson called, “Choose Wisely.” Celebrating her seventh birthday with a mission offering was Chandlyn Nelson. Brother Les gave an offering in honor…
Tommy Roberts was a recent visitor in the home of Tom and Jewell Johnson. Tom and Jewell appreciate his visits. Norma Stillings attended the 2012 Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman Training Conference, September 24-26, at Osage Beach. The purpose of the conference was to become more knowledgeable in advocating for residents…
9-24-12. Well here it is getting down to 28 degrees last night and the low thirties other nights so fall is definitely in the air. I was hoping I wouldn’t have to get my propane tank filled again before I move. It’s almost down to twenty percent so I guess…
I understand that the out reach revival that was held at the Wagner Church (former school of this community) was a huge success. It was reported that 83 were in attendance and it was a powerful service. The Seymour Church of the Nazarene hosted the revival, it is the church…
This past weekend was pretty full for Oak Grove. Greg and Linda Nasif along with several other adults and at least ten teens managed a bake sale and car wash as fundraisers for a fall retreat at Piland Youth Camp. Our deepest appreciation to all of you who contribued, either…
We had many to remember in prayer this morning, and so many bereaved families, we asked the Lord to protect our loved ones and restore health to those who are still struggling with illnesses. The community was saddened to hear of the passing of Edythe Applegate, our good friend and…
The cool weather sure is nice. It gets pretty warm in the evening. The time of year it’s hard to dress for. The persimmon shows a spoon meaning snow, some call the snow poor man’s fertilizer. Due to the bad drought most everyone fits in the poor man group if…
Bro. Dale Porter welcomed all to the morning service. We sang for the Lord. Many prayer requests were given. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. Bro. Dale read scripture from Revelations 5:11-12. Sunday school leader Sister Mary read the lesson from II Corinthians 6:1-18. We had comments and discussion from…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was To Live Or Die, The Law of Personal Responsibilty, Ezekiel 18:1-4 and 25-32 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs.…
A genealogist came over from Oklahoma and left us some pictures for people to look through. Some of the names on the back are: Potter, Mackey, Hicks, Fulton, Barnes, Pratt, Tabor, Essary, Snodgrass and Jackson. We also have a picture of the Ava High School Safety Patrol from 1932 or…
If you aren’t totally put off by last week’s column allow me to share another memory tidbit from my prison work in California in the 1970’s. Part of the time at this prison I worked in the psychiatric unit which housed 65 women in individual cells and had a fully…
My sympathy to the Jimmy Massey family and the Carolyn Iott family. Keith Breeding and David Dodson made a trip to Tennesee to get some coonhound puppies last week. Those here on Monday were Diana Davis, Donna Dodson, Reece and Megan Goforth, Quin and Macee Breeding. Jo Stephens visited Bessie…
Champions are suddenly much taken by the poet, Robert Burns. He was also a gifted musician and he dedicated himself to rescuing from oblivion and neglect hundreds of songs without words or with fragmentary or unsuitable words, “Auld Lang Syne” among them. He knew that song without words often dies.…
Wednesday, September 26th – Caney Church came together Wednesday evening to praise the Lord and study God’s word. Bro. Jeff Shipley took the service taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Hi Lambeth led in prayer. Jeff read Ephesians 4:1-17. Are we trying to walk the Christian life the way…
On Sunday, September 9, 2012 about 90 family members and friends gathered at the Ava City Park for the 27th annual Breshears-Hylton Reunion. The children of the late Gilbert and Velma Hylton Breshears were Ronnie and Nancy Breshears, Doyle and Diane Breshears, Jack and Barbara Breshears, Jean Breshears, spouse of…
It was so nice to see my great-aunt, Fae Pruett, at church Sunday. She came with her nieces, Florene from Texas and Genie from Indiana. Angel has begun preparations for the Christmas program at church and I think the kids have already started practicing. I can’t wait to see what…
“Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away. But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father,” Mark 13:31-32. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read…
Bethany Baptist Church finished up the 2012 Mission Conference Sunday afternoon. The week had been full of activities. Wednesday and Thursday evenings the Nelson Family Singers presented some really good variations on Country/Blue Grass style gospel music. Joe Gammon spoke each evening. Saturday morning the men had a Men’s Prayer…
We had our Miller-Hall Family Reunion on Sunday. We were blessed with perfect weather as we gathered at the city park. John Howard Morris of Leeton, my nephew, spent Saturday night with me. I sure enjoyed our visit. Bob and Susie spent Sunday evening after the reunion with myself. Bob…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, October 8—Cheeseburger and fixings, savory potatoes, cake. Tuesday, October 9—Chicken and dumplings, peas and carrots, coconut pudding. Wednesday, October 10—Chicken fried steak, potatoes and gravy, hominy, roll, jell-o. Thursday, October 11—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, potatoes, peas, bread, cookie. Friday, October 12—Taco salad, corn, mandarin…
Bonnie Phipps was doing just fine when I talked to her and she said she had gone to church. Last Monday I took my news into town and when I got back I set out by the garage and pulled all the tabs off the pop cans I had so…
I thought all my hummingbirds had already left or migrated through and I hadn’t seen any for days, then Sunday morning I saw just one lone hummingbird zipping around, sipping a little from first one feeder then the other, then flying over to take a taste from my morning glories.…
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) LEOLA JEANNE HEINLEIN, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00053 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interested in the Estate of Leola Jeanne Heinlein, Decedent: On the 1st day of October, 2012, a small…
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LEGAL NOTICE The Ava Housing Authority is selling 3-six feet folding dinner tables for $10.00 each and 20 metal folding chairs for $5.00 each. Take one or all. They can be seen at 802 NE 11th Avenue. Telephone number 1-417-683-5252. Greg Thompson Executive Director 10-04-02-1t…
LEGAL NOTICE Ava Area Ambulance District is accepting bids for ice treatment and/or snow removal at the Cox Ambulance Station at 1412 NW 9th Street in Ava this winter. Submit bids to the station or by mail at PO Box 971, Ava, MO 65608. Bids should be submitted no later…
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Our ninth month, September, is in its last week and where has time gone so fast. October has 31 days and it’s a month of harvesting, also preparing for winter months. Soon we will have frosty nights, and will be trying to get used to cooler weather. A happy belated…
The September 18th meeting was called to order by Sharon with a total weight loss of 11.75 lbs. The high loser was Rachel. Hee Haw winner was Sam. Margaret and Judy stayed the same. The lesson was give by Evelyn and was on “Food And Your Feelings” out of Real…
Sunday, September 23 was the sixteenth Sunday after trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ephesians 3:13, “I desire that ye faint not at my tribulations for you…” We must find our place in God’s plan and for what purpose He created us, and for…
Sunday morning service was opened with the Praise Team and some very upbeat songs. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Peter 4:10-11, “Stewardship of Talents.” It was Hat Day for the ladies to Shake Us Up, so several ladies wore a variety of pretty and/or comical hats. Sunday evening…
We read our devotional from II Thessalonians. Prayer requests were given for Chloe Wilson, Eldon Hodges and Paul Duckworth, all three from our church family, and Gary Soutee. Juanita Menzies prayed this prayer. We were reminded by our deacon, Stan Humbyrd, that October 14th is Pastor Appreciation Day. It is…
It’s really good to see all those guys out cutting hay and there is lots of people enjoying the fall veggies. Monday morning Georgia Sanders, Sue Johnson, Norma Cross and Pauline Richards had lunch with Peggy Jenkins at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center. We had a wonderful meal, while…
“Clay Bird Shoot” yesterday was a big success with over 50 people attending. Fun for all with plenty of great food, free ammo, free clays, sharing of guns, and a lot of good visiting. Trap Shoot Winners: Adam Housley, Jamie Gwilliams, Jason Mills, Colton and Trenton, Hunter Garrison, Sheridan Cantrell,…
A good morning to friends, neighbors and family. We hope you all had a good and safe weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost a loved one. May God bless you in…
Last weeks news – Greetings from Red Bank. It sounds like we may be firing up the old wood stove soon. It’s getting cooler and cooler during the nights. The gas and electric heat feels good, but nothing can beat wood heat to warm by. The only draw back is…
9-20-12. Goodness gracious how time flies when you’re taking pictures and enjoying yourself. God must of put all of these little animals here for me to enjoy. I’ve always loved nature and I guess he knows it, but when I move into town I will have to leave all of…
This past Lord’s Day we were blessed with a first time visit from a new couple in our area, Mr. Tim Hammond and his lovely wife, Connie, who were a pleasure to have join us in worship. After the Sunday School portion of our morning we were treated to special…
Dan opened up in prayer then led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We sure enjoy his teachings. Rayonna and Rachael did a special as well as Dan, Janice and Sybil and Dan and Helen.…
We began Sunday with singing and bringing our petitions before the Lord for our loved ones, friends and neighbors who are so in need of prayer. We’re thankful for those He has answered and appreciate the good rains He has sent our way. Brother Ric read scripture and always has…
God blessed us with a wonderful rain. Hazel Maggard could not of said it better. The rain has been a disaster for some and a blessing to others. Our hearts go out to those who got so much damage, but so thankful for what we received. I don’t think I…
Hello from our home to your home, we are truly enjoying the wonderful fall weather, Tonya had started to decorate the outside of our home for fall. Mums, haybales, pumpkins and corn stalks are just a few of our favorite things to decorate with. We have had several musical groups…
The article for Happy Home Church news was absent for two weeks as I was out of town. If you missed it then I know my time is not wasted. I for one enjoy reading the articles from all the communities to see what is going on and how everyone…
Not much news to write, but I’ll try anyway. Maybe some showers later this week, everything has sure greened up and growing, but it’s about time for a frost. We had good services at Prior on Sunday. Macy gave a birthday offering. She is 10 years old, also Norma and…
Opening the morning worship with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school class we studied about learning to be grateful. When we realize that god has blessed us so much we see how big and wonderful He is. He gives us more than we truly deserve. Happy Birthday wishes…
Have you ever heard the old song I’m My Own Grandpa? It was quite the hit many, many years ago. Cute as it is, the tale it tells is a bane to genealogists. Today, with multiple marriages that result in multiple siblings with different fathers and mothers, numbers of half-siblings…
Get well wishes to my cousins Ethyl Versaw and Lorene Robertson, also to Beverly Castanada and Barbara Decker. My sympathy to Amy, Melissa, Jolissa and Bentley on the lost of their Aunt Carolyn. Those visiting me on Monday were Amy Hill and Challa, Donna Dodson, Bryse Dodson, Quin and Macee…
Champions are delighted that Esther Wrinkles has made her way out of the Autumn Oaks Short Term Rehabilitation care facility. She spent a couple of months there getting over a broken hip and will be enjoying the hospitality of her son and daughter-in-law for a while until she can get…
September 19 – Caney Church met Wednesday evening to read and study God’s word. Service began with congregational singing. Bro. Jim was our leader tonight. He read from Ecclesiastes 2 and 5. We enjoyed this teaching. Bro. Jeff prayed for all the prayer requests. Bro. Tom Hodges will be bring…
9-23-12. The Sunday school lesson today was Romans, chapter 4. Today is the Fourth Sunday Singing. We have had so much sickness. We sure missed Danny, Michelle and Sammy Lee. Let’s remember them in prayer. Also include the Holly and Tina Johnson families and George Welker and his family. God…
“Strive to enter in at the straight gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able,” Luke 13:24. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read II Thessalonians 1:1-7 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. Brother Bobby…
We are in the midst of the Annual Missions Conference, September 26-30. Joe Gammon of the Lighthouse Baptist Ministries is the guest missionary. He will speak in the evening services, at the Men’s Prayer Breakfast, Saturday morning, and in the Sunday services at 10:00, 11:00, and 1:00 PM. Ione Gammon…
Fall is surely in the air. Some of the trees are starting to change colors and walnuts and leaves are falling. I went to church with Bob and Linda McCleary on Sunday. On the way home we visited with Kevan and Karan Davis. Wednesday night Bob and Linda McCleary and…
Your body can’t function at its most basic level without ample amounts of water. Drinking a glass or two of water before a meal can help portion control. Staying properly hydrated is the only way we can effectively purge our bodies of toxins. People with chronic constipation are more likely…
We came together today to worship our Lord and Saviour. Pastor Buddy brought the message this morning on the favour of God from Exodus 33 -12-17 and Psalms 30-1-5. The presence of God in our lives is the favour of God. We need to be led by the presence of…
Bonnie Phipps said her and Cecilia went to church Sunday and she was doing okay. George and Violet Blakey stopped by last Monday and picked up their eggs and before they left I gave George his birthay card and gift eleven days early. Nina Carter stopped by that evening and…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the interest of: ) TRISTAN J. BROWN ) Case No. 12DG-CC00200 ) THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO PRESUMED FATHER: JOHN DOE You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Douglas County Circuit…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, October 1: 1. French Toast Sticks…
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The regular 4th Sunday Singing was held at Faith Rock Church, Sept. 23. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Ben DeWitt opened with prayer; song books distributed/collected by Freeman Porter; 46 present; 34 songs were shared. The next Singing will be October 28 at Oak Grove of…
“Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by His own blood He entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us,” Hebrews 9:12. On Wednesday, Gary and I went to Ava and visited with his sister and Vicki Goodman and Gary’s mother, Maxine Turner.…
The rain showers have freshened the air which was dry and dusty for many weeks. The Historium will be a great place to visit any time it is open to see all the interesting items from the past on display. We will soon be getting the newly assigned 911 addresses,…
The September 11th meeting was called to order by Sharon with a weight loss count of 5-3/4 lbs. Top loser was Sam. Sue won the Hee Haw Contest. The Fall Rally is set for Saturday the 13th of October. Several members are planning to go. We need to bring kitchen…
Sunday, September 16 was the fifteenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the Old Testament reading for the day, Deuteronomy 7:6-12, “For you are a people holy to the Lord your God; the Lord your God has chosen you to be a people of his own possession….”…
Sunday morning service was opened with gospel bluegrass by the band then prayer requests and prayer. The praise team then led us in some praise songs. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Timothy 1:6 and Matthew 25:14-30, “Stewardship.” Sunday evening, Sister Maxine Lund brought the 2nd message in the…
We got another good rain Friday and Saturday. Dick and I took Kinsey Thompson to Springfield to get an M.R.I. on her knee that she had twisted while playing softball for Ava. The results were not good. She will not be playing ball for a while. That night Kailey, her…
Praise item: the rain. Prayer requests: Johnny Hicks, Sharon and Van Renfrow, Judy Marler, Teresa Crisp and family, Jennifer Alexander, Gary (being ordained) and Cherise Coy, Wayco (upcoming marriage), Kristen Smith and family, Mike and Barb Tate’s family, our country and servicemen, cancer patients, David Alexander’s wife, neighbors, and church…
A howdy friends, neighbors and family members. We hope you all had a good weekend and a happy and safe one. We sure are thankful for the rain we got on Saturday. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our…
Tom and Jewell Johnson were blessed with visits from some very good friends during the past week. Tommy Roberts, Janice Keith, and R.E. Helsey had been to see them. Norma Stillings played the piano at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Saturday morning and then drove out to Tony…
9-10-12. Hello again. We’re lucky right now with beautiful weather and more rain. Just under four inches in two rains and seventy degree weather. I hope it stays this way for a long time. We had a nice Saturday again. We went to great-granddaughter, Zoie’s, 11th birthday party. It never…
Once again the Lord blessed us by sending us the much needed rain, as the scripture tells us; “He is the God of the early and the latter rain.” We enjoyed another Sunday School lesson and worship service together, we would have loved for you to have been with us.…
Howdy, call me with any news, 746-1112. Friday is when I have to turn my news in, and it seems it comes so fast. I am so thankful for the positive response I get from the readers, our world is so negative that we really need to keep encouraging people…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. Bro Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We were glad to have Vic and Dee Murdy with us. Specials were sung by the girls, Dan and Sybil and Darrel and…
It was another rainy day, Sunday, and we are all so thankful for all we received. The grass is getting green again, which is great. Remember all those who request prayer, and those who are facing tests and other procedures in the near future. We congratulate Brother Ric and Sister…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Present Judgment and Promises of Hope, Ezekiel 11:13-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by…
It’s amazing how our weather changes so fast. We’re all so happy over the rainfall and cool weather. I think we even had the heat on for a while at church partly because of dampness and it was a little cool for awhile. Pastor Benny preached a good morning message…
Hello I hope you are having a wonderful week. My garden is finally slowing down. It’s funny we hope and pray for an abundant garden with lots of produce and then glad when it quits producing so much so the work load lets up. We are hard to please aren’t…
Mrs. Turner, who was born at Hartville shares that she moved to Douglas County at age 6. It was actually Ozark County then in 1855. One would travel for miles, she said, and not see a cabin. The first deer I ever saw were nine in one gang near Oswego.…
Last week while I was in town a friend found Jack (the latest stray) down the road a bit and brought him back here. Jack had escaped from the back yard. However, the friend put him in my garage, not the empty kennel. Well…Jack proceeded to get up on the…
Quin and Macee Breeding went to the doctor on Monday. They both had strep throat. They went back to school on Wednesday. They and Donna were here on Tuesday for a little bit. Jolisa Iott and Willie came by Tuesday afternoon. John and Jo Stephens went to Springfield on Wednesday.…
Esther Wrinkles has always enjoyed watching the wagon train go by, and her many friends will stop in to visit with her at the Autumn Oaks Care Center to report on it to her. Linda Cark and her folks, Joanne and Wayne Anderson, along with her Aunt Fern Bishop were…
September 12 – Wednesday evening Caney met to study God’s word. Bro. Hi Lambeth took charge of the service. Prayer requests and praise reports were received. Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. Bro. Hi read Mark 13. We had a good discussion about what Christians need to be watching for.…
Sunday school lesson was Romans 3rd chapter. Salvation has come to not only the Jews but the Gentiles also. The 23rd verse, “For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.” Praise God a way was made that we sinners could be saved by grace. After congregational…
“For even hereunto were ye called; because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow His steps, ” I Peter 2:21. We should read our Bibles to learn how Christ lived and follow His example. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He…
The Ladies met for their Bible Study last Thursday morning. The subject of study was “Move in the Power of God.” Several members of the church came Saturday morning for a church “work day.” The kitchen got a new sink installed. One of the class rooms and the men’s bathroom…
Senior, for a more healthy heart, get active. Extra weight does serious damage to your heart. Try a 20-minute walk every evening. Limiting saturated fats and trans fats will produce more good (HDL) cholesterol in your body. Eat at least 41/2 cups fruits and vegetables each day, fish twice a…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she wasn’t up to going to church. Last Monday was Linda Perry’s birthday. Don Bryan came by to get some eggs so Evelyn could do some cooking for the Ben Denney family at the church. George and Violet Blakey came by…
So thankful for all the good rain that has fallen to refresh our yards, gardens and creeks. I love rainy weather although it makes it difficult for Bob to work in the timber. The cooler temperatures have also been a relief to all those working outside. I admit I like…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION STATE OF MISSOURI ) COUNTY OF DOUGLAS ) ESTATE NO. 12DG-PR00044 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NORMA L ZELLNER, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 13th day of SEPTEMBER,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S 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…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF ) ELSIE J. HANDLEY ) Respondent. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00047 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELSIE J. HANDLEY, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 12th day…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF ) ELIZABETH HOWARD ) Respondent. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00046 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELIZABETH HOWARD, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 12th day of September,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the Note described in and secured by a Deed of Trust, dated June 20, 2006, executed by Daryll Eugene Schleeter and Carol Jean Schleeter, Husband and Wife, and recorded on June 28, 2006, in the Office of the…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Claudia W. Winnen, dated November 11, 2004, and recorded on December 27, 2004, Document No. 043211, in Book No. 429, at Page 531 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds,…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Barbara M. Burnes, a single person and Cheryl L. Howell, a single person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Barbara M. Burnes, a single person and Cheryl L. Howell, a single person…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, September 24: 1. Pancakes, Peaches 2.…
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Star Workers Extension Club had their September meeting the 13th at the park in Ava. Marie King was hostess. She called the meeting to order by saying the club collect and pledge to the flag. Devotional was poems by Marie “So Little Time”, Doris Holman “I Put My Care Away…
DCAR Radio Club monthly meeting was held on September 15th, 2012. We discussed upcoming classes and set dates for Tech Class and CW Class. We also discussed ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services) which we have over 10 members who are trained and ready to help in an event or disaster.…
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. * * * The Descendants of John W. and Ellen Applegate-Nelson will hold their annual reunion September 15…
Members present for the September 6th meeting at the Health Center basement room were Lily Branco, Karen N. Davis, Maxine Smith, Alice Hurley, Edith McKinnon, Katie Hoversen and Linnie Ingram. Nancy Walker joined us with plans for the quilt show. Nurse Bonnie Peters from the Health Center was present to…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION I In Re the Interests of ) REMI GRACE WINNEN, ) By and through her next friend, ) TIMOTHY A WINNEN, ) And ) TIMOTHY A. WINNEN, ) Individually, ) Petitioners, ) Vs. ) NATASHA MAGGARD, ) Respondent. ) Case Number:…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) ELITTA JANUARY , ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00005 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF Elitta January, Deceased. You…
“Whosoever, speaketh a word against the son of man, it shall be forgiven him, but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Spirit, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come,” Matthew 12:32. Eddie and Linda Sears had their grandson, Zach, staying with them…
What an enjoyable Monday morning with fall temperatures, reminding us fall is here and revived since the heat of the summer months. There is a lot of grass to cut now since the rain a week ago. An enjoyable trip to Nixa last Wednesday was made by Mearl and Beulah…
Tuesday, August 28th T.O.P.S. was called to order by Sharon at 3:45 pm. A total of twelve weighed in with a loss of fourteen pounds. Rachel was high loser. Rosie and Ulla had the lesson “Fairing Well At Summer Fairs.” County fair food is questionable, fried things are the worst,…
Sunday, September 9 was the fourth Sunday after trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the Old Testament lesson for the day, Micah 6:1-8, “what does the Lord require of you, but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with you God?” In this passage the…
Sunday morning service was opened with Bluegrass Gospel music then prayer requests and prayer. A beautiful special was done by Waylon Souder. Brother Roberts brought the message from Acts 28:1-6, “Shake It Off.” Sunday evening, Sister Maxine Lund brought the first in a series titled, “Being the Church Outside the…
We began with our devotional reading from Psalm 27 as Doyle Humbyrd filled in for Brad Siler, who was sick. Prayer requests were given for Rick Crum, Paul Duckworth, Anita Smith and Chloe Wilson. Chloe has not been with us for a while and we miss her. Chloe, we are…
We had over three inches of rain the past week, the green grass sure looks good, even if it means having to cut it. Tuesday Norma Cross and I picked Juanita Herrald up and they had lunch at he Ava Drug Store, then went to Heart of the Ozark Healthcare…
Today’s prayer requests: Jennifer Alexander; Bernice and Darrell Price; Vic Mills; Sharon Renfrow’s upcoming surgery; Pat Moore; Steve Raney; Phyllis Virtue; David Alexander’s wife; cancer patients; and our servicemen. Choir Special: “I’m Glory Bound”. Special reading by Carla Bates: “Soaking Wet” and she sang, “I Won’t Have to Worry Anymore”. …
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a great weekend and a safe and happy one. Not much going on that I know of as I was kinda under the weather the past weekend. We send get well wishes to all the sick, the ones in…
I’m really enjoying this cooler weather we are experiencing lately. I didn’t get an article in the paper last week because I wasn’t feeling well. I had a serious sinus infection. I did send one in the week before last, but it didn’t get put in. I guess there wasn’t…
Tommy Roberts visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson last week. Tom and Jewell are still doing pretty well. Norma Stillings attended the “Old Folks” Day at Mt. Tabor, Sunday afternoon. There were readings and songs that either laugh at the dilemmas of aging or speak in fond memory of the…
9-5-12. Good morning everyone. We got one inch of rain early this morning with lightning, thunder and some wind. We welcome the rain. One day last week we went to Muscatine and got my great-grandson Jacob, stopped and ate lunch at the resturant. Then we came on back here and…
I understand that the annual Apple Festival in Seymour was a huge success this weekend, despite the rain that interrupted scheduled events on Friday evening. I hated to miss it this year as it is always a joy to see longtime friends, visit booths and take in some of the…
What a glorious Sunday morning. The sun shining, blue sky, puffy white clouds and a cool breeze to top it off. It doesn’t get much better than that. After our Sunday school lesson we enjoyed singing praises to the Lord and then we heard a presentation of information on social…
Howdy. I can tell I’m getting older. When I grew up, the only people that talked about the weather were old folks and I guess I’m there. But I will have to say we got three inches of rain out on E Hwy. and appreciated every bit of it. Sorry…
Dan opened up church n prayer then he led the congegation in prayer Several specials were sung. The children took up the penny march. The girls sang specials. Grandma is very proud of her granddaughters song. There were several prayer requests. Sister Marie is needing prayer. We are praying she…
After a congregational song, Brother Ric Englehardt welcomed the crowd and led in prayer. Following many poems, songs, reading and sharing of memories of days gone by, the church gave gifts to the following: the oldest gentleman, Blair Kargas, runner-up, George Haden, Olympia, Wa., oldest lady, Bessie Hall, runner-up, Lenora…
It was a good day to be in God’s house, good to have everyone out. We have many to lift up in prayer, always remember the bereaved, the lost and those struggling, spiritually. Brother Ric continued his message on God’s love, and how we should show that love to our Christian…
Everyone is the thankful for the rainfall and cool weather. The yards and pastures are growing lush green grass, a lovely contrast to the brown brittle we had for so long. Our Sabbath was most enjoyable. My sister Jean was noticeably absent from church because she never misses. She has…
Hello from our home to your home, we are enjoying the beautiful weather around here. Our volunteers are simply awesome around here. Thanks to Norma Stillings and Bro. Tom Hawkins for starting our week off with some wonderful piano music followed by a church service. Charles Anderson and Danny Ousley…
As cool as it was this morning, perhaps our long hot summer is over. We got another inch of rain late Friday evening, it is amazing how everything has greened up. Karen and Doug Fredrick spent Labor Day weekend in Algonquin, Illinois visiting his paternal grandmother, Alberta Fredrick, she was…
Joie Welker opened morning service with prayer. In our lesson for Sunday School, we studied confidence in faith. Faith is the ability to trust what we can not see and taking God at his word. Our special song was by Bro. Bob Huskey. Pastor Rilley and Judy Hall returned safely…
Church started Sunday morning by singing and Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Prayer by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Awesome Responsibility of the Watchman, Ezekiel 2:8-10, Ezekiel 3:1-4 and 16-19, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well what an awesome day this has been. I just stop and thank the Lord for all the blessing. We’ve been having really good services at Frye Church. Last Sunday after services, we all went to Haskins Ford and Roger helped Bro. Jeff baptize six of our friends and neighbors.…
The checker games in the county courthouse boiler room begin here shortly after the roosters at the edge of town have greeted the sun. Men in ankle top work boots and bib overhauls amble inside past a sign that says “Do Not Spit on Floor $5 Fine.” So begins an…
This Weeks News – James Madison, the primary author of the Constitution of the United States, said this: ‘We have staked the whole future of our new nation, not upon the power of government; far from it. We have staked the future of all our political constitutions upon the capacity of each of ourselves…
Hope everyone had a good holiday. Donna Dodson and I went to town on Tuesday. Donna Dodson, Mike and Corrine Dodson and Bryse, Diane Davis, Amy Hill, Challa, Axle, Jolisa Iott and Willie all went to the football game Thursday night to watch Chase Dodson and Dalton Watkins play. They…
Starting off with “Praise God for the rain.” Sunday a.m., there were a host of prayer requests, Missy, Terry B. and Sherry R., Don and Ruby Graham, Marvin Graham, Colleen, unspoken, Linda R., John and Ariel and Eva. Sunday morning’s special singing was by Linda R. and Brockie, Makela and…
Champions are set for another busy fall season and some are tiring of the constant comments about the swift passage of time. You’ll miss it by talking about it so much. That sentiment also speaks to people who are so busy taking pictures with their fancy cameras that they do…
September 5 – Caney came together Wednesday evening to praise the Lord and study his word. Pastor Bill took charge of the service taking prayer requests.. Brother Hi Lambeth led in prayer. Brother Bill read Mark 1:6-17. This scripture tells us to honor Christ and to show that we believe…
Isn’t this weather nice. It really feels like we are headed into fall now. Wilma Hampton said her cousin, Tony Stillings, will be making molasses next Saturday, Sept 15. That will really put everyone in the mood for biscuits to eat with fresh molasses and butter. I can’t wait for…
Trust in him at all times, ye people, pour out your heart before him:God is a refuge for us Psalm 62:8 Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. We missed Sister Shirley Riley as she was traveling. He read Psalm 27:1-6 for the devotion and dismissed us to…
The Young Women N Christ met Monday afternoon at Bethany Baptist Church with Darlene Sorensen. They have a devotion time, a snack time, and time working on crafts. Pastor and Darlene Sorensen and their daughter, Sally, attended a Family Reunion in St. Louis over the weekend. Bro. Bob Helms spoke…
We sure enjoyed the rain we received this past week and the cooler weather. It’s still keeping all of us busy filling the humming bird feeders. I’ve been down in my back so I spend most of the day watching the birds. Bob and Linda McCleary spent the day in…
With gas prices going through the roof again under the current administration, here are some ways to save: watch your speed. If 55 is the limit, drive it. If 65 is the limit, stay at 60 and let those gas-guzzlers pass you. We’re seniors. We’re expected to drive slow! Keep…
Kaylynn Todd and Alaya, Courtnie Vigessa, Wylie and Weslee came down Friday to visit with their Grandmother Bonnie Phipps before Courtnie and family had to go back to North Dakota . Those having dinner with Bonnie that day was Kaylynn, Alaya, Courtnie, Wylie, Weslee, Cecilia, Roy and Linda Sue. Bonnie…
“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is, but exhorting one another and so much the more as ye see the day approaching,” Hebrews 10:25. Sympathy to the Lyle Price families. I never ever heard anything bad about him. Just a good Christian man helping…
At last we have had rain and moisture in the air instead of heat and dry air for the past months. The rain is needed badly. The grass was green almost overnight, but now the forecast is for hot and dry weather this coming week. Leslie Hicks and Anna Larson…
Sunday, September 2 was the thirteenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Galatians 3:16. “To Abraham and his seed were the promises made….to thy seed which is Christ.” In this passage Paul discusses Christ’s relationship to the law of Moses: God’s grace…
Sunday morning service opened with prayer and then the Praise Team led us in some praise songs. Brother Roberts brought the message from Galatians 5:16, “L.U.I.”, (Living Under the Influence of God.) Monday evening was the first softball games for the Walnut Grove team. Have fun! Delmar and I went…
We read our devotional reading from Romans 5 as Brad Siler began our Sunday school hour. Prayer requests were given for Paula Calmer, Paul Duckworth, a little boy in St. Jude’s Hospital, Debbie Pitt’s brother, Eugene, the suffering in the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac, our nation, leaders and our military…
The 27th of August, Glenda Sue Strong from Clinton, Missouri picked Norma Cross and me up in Ozark and drove us to Claremore, Oklahoma. Glenda is Norma’s daughter. We visited with sisters, Georgia Sanders and Sue Johnson. Several other relatives came by to say hello. We came home Tuesday evening.…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a good Labor Day weekend and enjoyed the day off work for the ones who did. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who…
Lena Goss was a recent visitor in the home of Tom and Jewell Johnson. Tommy Roberts visited with them, Saturday. Norma Stillings took her friend, Paulette Walls, to Springfield, Monday for a doctor’s appointment and a medical test. They ate supper in Springfield, because it was getting late when they…
8-27-12. Dear family, friends, relatives and people I don’t even know from near and far. It’s a good morning here at the farm. We got five inches of rain over the weekend. How nice. I guess it’s too late for the corn, but will be good for the beans, grass,…
The Lord indeed is good, sending us our much needed rain and the hope of more to come, let’s all remember to thank Him. Miss Tiffanee Satterfield and Mr. Forest Brooks did us the honor of having their wedding ceremony at Oak Grove this past Saturday and we know you…
We had good services. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congegation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Dan taught the lesson from Matthew. We sure miss Darrel and Helen. We were glad to have Bro. Billy give the message. A birthday offering was…
We had showers of blessings in our area this past week and everyone was very thankful for all of them. We continue to have many on our prayer concern list. We were glad for our visitors in the morning service, come again. Brother Ric continued on his message he began…
I’m writing this before church this Sunday morning. It’s a cloudy cool morning with forecasts of a warm-up this week before another chance for rain this next weekend. The remnants of the hurricane brought us a 1-1/2″ rainfall. For this we are thankful. Yesterday was a thoroughly enjoyable day with…
Sister Naomi opened Sunday school with a good morning to all. We sang a song for Jesus and prayer requests wer made. Sister Juanita led in prayer. Sister Naomi read scripture from St. John 13:34-35. Our Sunday school leader, Sister Mary, began with prayer and then read from II Corinthians…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday school lesson in Hebrews 10, we studied about being steadfast in our faith. We should trust God with determination and come boldly before God knowing He has already prepared the way. Happy Birthday wishes went out…
Even though there were 111 school districts in Douglas County, often children had to walk five or six miles to school, sometimes as much as ten miles. School only lasted three months as that was all they could afford to pay the ‘schoolmaster’. Early schools had spellin’, readin’ and ‘rithmetic…
Here we go again. The administration in D.C. has now mandated that in a few years all new vehicles must give us 55 miles to the gallon. According to the New York Times (a fish wrap paper), this will add a minimum of $8,000 to each vehicle and this administration…
Get-well wishes to Cody Goforth. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. Jo Stephens visited me on Friday, She also visited Gene and Rheba Pool. Diana Davis and Donna was also here on Friday. Jolisa Iott and Willie came by also. Regan Koop spent Firday night with Megan Goforth. Reece Goforth…
Wednesday night message from Chad E. was on judging our fellow man. We are quick to condemn our fellow man and not even realize what we are doing and saying. We are told to judge not, condemn not. Forgive and we shall be forgiven. Help people up when they stumble…
Some of the rain that has been so needed in Champion came in the best possible fashion with no big electrical disturbances and in such a gentle way that not a drop ran off anywhere, but soaked right in. Over the course of a couple of days, the little drops…
August 29 – Caney came together Wednesday evening by singing. Bro. Jeff Shipley began service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. We are praying for the lost, sick, bereaved, for rain, our country and military. Bro. Jim led in prayer. Bro. Jeff read Hebrews 12:1-2 and John 13:1-17. Jesus’…
“When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things,” I Corinthians 13:11. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Romans 5:1-5 for the devotion…
Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and Wednesday evening you can expect to see Joe and Linda Wood drive up to the church’s wheel chair ramp. Someone goes out with a wheel chair and helps Tom Hawkins come in. Tom Hawkins is a resident at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare…
I didn’t make it to church on Sunday. Bob and Linda brought my lunch to me before they went on to church. Barb, Jack and Miracle visited me a few times this week. Bob and Susie were here for a couple of day and did some work for me. Nora…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, September 10—Cashew chicken, egg roll, rice, Oriental vegetables, pudding. Tuesday, September 11—Fish, cheesy potatoes, hush puppies, fruit. Wednesday, September 12—Ham and beans, O’Brian potatoes, stewed tomatoes, cornbread, sherbet. Thursday, September 13—Country fried steak, potatoes and gravy, corn, fruit. Friday, September 14—Cheeseburger, tomato, onion,…
Sunday worship services were filled with hymns and praises and Bro. Oren gave a great message from Luke 11:14-28. Once we decide to clean out the sin in our hearts, we need to be diligent in keeping it full of the Holy Spirit. As Bro. Oren’s message says, “A clean…
We sang a song this morning and one of these days we will fly away with Jesus when He comes back for us and what a great day that will be. There will be a men’s retreat at the Lake of the Ozarks September 28-30.You can sign up at the…
Kaylynn Todd and Alaya, Courtnie Vigessa, Wylie and Weslee came down to Ava Thursday to visit with their grandmother, Bonnie Phipps, and while there Aunt Cecilia came over and visited with them too and then they went back to Springfield that evening. Bonnie attended church on Sunday. Carl and Mary…
Thirty days hath September, April, June and November. All the rest have thirty-one, saving February which alone has twenty-eight. Do any of you remember this little rhyme? I learned it sometime in grade school. I think of it every year when September arrives. I have been looking forward to September…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Terri S. Harvey and David P. Harvey, dated July 12, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, Document No. 071836, in Book No. 469, at Page 174 in the Office of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Steven D. Bettis and Shirlene E. Bettis, dated April 25, 2008, and recorded on May 12, 2008, Document No. 1200801227, in Book No. 305, at Page 4899 in the Office of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Jerry F Mainus and Mary E Mainus, dated October 15, 2008, and recorded on November 5, 2008, Document No. 082286 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) James Calvin Miller ) a/k/a James C. Miller ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-Pr00039 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES CALVIN MILLER a/k/a James C. Miller, Decedent:…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Douglas County Health Department Board of Trustees will accept bids on replacing the current air conditioning system until October 4, 2012 at noon. The Board of Trustees will meet in regular session this day at 2 p.m. and will review all bids during this meeting. They reserve…
PUBLIC NOTICE Cripple Creek Mini-Storage, L.L.C. Ava/Seymour will be auctioning the following units Sept. 15 due to non-payment Ava, 404 N. Jefferson, 10 a.m., units #11, 14, 16, 86, 98, 101, 102, 147 and 159. Seymour, 805 East Clinton, 12 p.m. units #42, 43, 71 and 82. 543-3131. …
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Brenda Jenkins, A Single Person, dated July 9, 2008 and recorded on July 31, 2008 as Document No. 081645, Office of 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, September 10: 1. Waffles, Peaches 2.…
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The 72nd annual reunion of the Hailey family met at the country home of Mary Kay and David Davidson west of Ava on Sunday, September 2, 2012. The family has gathered annually every year since 1940 to celebrate their heritage and connections as the descendants of James Hailey, a Civil…
Gathering in the home of Jim and Maxine Lund in honor of her birthday Sunday were her nephews, Jim, Scott, Ricky and wife, Linda Scott, her niece Vicky and husband, Loren Keithley, Luther, Oklahoma, along with Brandon and April Raymond and Frank and Cindy Thompson and Jaden, all of Morrisville.…
With some moisture grass is green again and is a welcome sight. Maybe fall weather will be much better than the past summer. The rain showers Sunday night and cloudy skies Monday began a recovery from the dry months of June, July and August 2012. Maybe the fall colors will…
Sunday, August 26 was the twelfth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, II Corinthians 3:4 “God had made us able ministers of the new testament, not of the letter, but of the spirit, for the letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life.”…
Sunday morning service was opened with prayer requests and prayer then the Praise Team did a wonderful job of leading us in praise songs. We had one baptized then Brother Roberts brought the message from Galatians 5:16, “Lord, Shake Us Up.” Sunday evening service was our 4th Sunday Singing. We…
The past week has gone by so fast. I can hardly believe, here we are at the last week in August. Norma Cross’ company the past week has been Genieve and Punk Garland from Ozark, Kenny Hunt and friend, Jody. Friday she went to Springfield to pick her grandson Seth…
Today’s prayer requests: Shelby Moore’s sister; Jennifer Alexander; Monte Housley’s son Wes; for rain and a break in the drought; Oak Grove a pastor; cancer patients; and our servicemen. The choir performed a special. Special reading by Virginia Serghides: “Sunday School Lesson and a story was on “forgiveness.” Rick, Helen,…
A good morning to everyone. We hope you all had a good week and stayed safe and happy. 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 has lost…
8-20-12. Once again I will try to think of something a little bit interesting to write about. I’m afraid it won’t be very interesting though. We’ve been getting some rain and cooler weather. What a relief! The grass is growing again and it’s starting to keep Walt busy cutting it.…
Priase the Lord for sending us some much needed rain. We enjoyed a beautiful Lord’s Day this Sunday complete with the rain we have been asking for, lets not forget to thank Him for all His many blessings. While I was out of town on vacation (for the last two…
We were small in number Sunday morning, however, we had a great Sunday school lesson, with lots of discussion, asked the Lord to bless our families and those in need of prayer. Sister Jewell Elliott was our superintendent while we have people away on vacation. Brother Ric used as his…
With only a couple of unmeasurable showers, we are still thankful for the cooler weather and hopeful of more rainfall predicated for the weekend. We’ve had enough rain to start the lawns to grow and Burr mowed ours. It was good to hear the mower after only brown grass for…
Sunday evening, August 19th J.J. Downs and his parents, Dennis and Jenny Downs hosted a birthday party for J.J.’s son, Emery, who was three years old. Those attending were great-grandparents, Bud and Frances Hampton; great uncle and aunt, Jimmy and Ginger Gastineau and children; great aunt, Lisa Downs and children;…
Hello from our home to your home. It has been another busy week around here. On Saturday morning Norma Stillings and Tom Hawkins had a church service in the main lobby. A lot of wonderful piano music followed by a Bible reading with Tom Hawkins. Our home is blessed with…
Bro. Dale opened the Sunday school service with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy. Bro. Dale read scripture from Proverbs 25:5. Our Sunday school leader Sister Naomi read from II Corinthians 1:1-24. Sister Naomi led in…
Church started Sunday morning by singing and Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Sunday school lesson was Aplied Christianity from Hebrews 13:1-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison, Woodrow Coonce, and Raymond and Naida Haden all did specials.…
Well good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. We surely did appreciate the small amount of rain we got yesterday afternoon. I talked to Michael Shawn in West Plains and he said they were getting a down pour. We had really good services at Frye Church with dinner…
I know it has been a while since I have written. My mother has reminded me I need to get my article in the paper and today at church Violet said she had missed my article. You know the old saying when it rains, it pours. Well, it seems to…
The Douglas County Museum will continue to be open on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10-2 for the next two weeks only. After September 8, we will drop back to being open on Saturdays only. We appreciate those who bring items by. The most recent are a woven basket and…
Lately I’ve been inundated with e-mails containing essays and “reports” about the upcoming Republican and Democratic conventions, as well as the general election in November. Unfortunately, the majority of these indicate these events being targeted for violence, violence perpetrated by those who are of a liberal/socialist or racist bent (are…
Gene Pool visited me on Monday. Mike Dodson and David and Donna Dodson were here also. Danny Bushong of Hollister was here Tuesday. He, Donna and I had lunch in town before he left for home. John and Jo Stephens visited Martin and Mary Ann Hathcock one evening. Leland and…
Wednesday night service was opened with prayer and prayer requests for Teresa W., Wayne S., Amy, Chad and Shantelle and prayer is needed for the children going back to school, for safety, the teachers and the bus drivers. The message was Matthew 20:30, two blind men who cried out to…
The mist hanging in the valleys on Monday morning speaks of the rain that fell enough to wash the dust off the cars, but not enough to wake a person up to say, “Oh! It’s raining!” The forecast for the end of the week shows Champion to be cool and…
August 22 – We met at Caney Church to praise the Lord and study His word. Bro. Jim Lafferty took charge of the service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Bill Austin led in prayer. Bro. Jim read Genesis 18:1-22. Wouldn’t it be great for the Lord to…
Danny and I have been watching a hornets nest grow since spring. It’s near the road so we can see it as we drive by. We first noticed it when it was softball size and now it’s just about basketball size I think. They really are pretty, from a distance…
“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption: but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting, ” Galations 6:7-8. These were the…
Pastor Bob, Darlene, and Sally Sorensen returned home from a trip to visit with family members and friends in the Dakota Dunes area in Nebraska. Pastor Bob preached at Harvest Time Baptist Church in Grand Island, Nebraska, and the Lighthouse Baptist Church in Sioux City, Iowa. Luke Sorensen returned to…
Don and Pam Cunningham of Springfield visited and had lunch with Bob, Linda and myself on Saturday. Sunday I went to church with Bob and Linda. Our sympathy to the family of Pauline Singleton of East Wenatchee, Washington. My wife and Max were cousins and we spent many good times…
Here are some health tips for senior men: get the screenings you need for routine blood pressure and cholesterol checks; colonoscopies for cancer; ultrasounds for abdominal aortic aneurysms and blood tests for diabetes. Get your weight under control. Think preventive by taking a baby aspirin every day and shots for…
What a wonderful day to go to the house of our Lord and Saviour. We were truly blessed this morning from the time we entered the service . Pastor Buddy brought us a great message this morning on laying our baggage down from Hebrews 12-1 and 1 Samuel 17. This…
Bonnie Phipps went to church Sunday and after it was over they all went up to Springfield to help little Wylie Vigessa celebrate his 5th birthday with families and friends. Wylie is the son of Chris and Courtnie Vigessa. Courtnie, Wylie and little brother, Weslee, came in to visit and…
Thankful again for the good rain showers we have been getting. Would love a lot more rain, but of course will take what we get. The fields and yards are looking a lot better, and a lot greener. I am in charge of mowing the Bradleyville Cemetery and it sure…
Plainview School Breakfast Menu Monday, September 3: No School Tuesday, September 4: Pancakes, Peanut Butter, Syrup, Berries and Milk Wednesday, September 5: Breakfast Bar, Oatmeal, Fruit or Juice and Milk Thursday, September 6: Cereal, Toast, Fruit or Juice and Milk Friday, September 7: Breakfast Pizza, Fruit or Juice…
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The regular 4th Sunday Singing was held at Breedon Church, August 26. The welcome was given by Emcee, Sybil Gheer; Bro. Joe Lafferty opened with prayer; song books distributed/collected by Freeman Porter; 51 present; 37 songs and 1 recitation shared. The next Singing will be at Faith Rock, September 23.…
“When the righteous turneth from his righteousness and committeth iniquity he shall even die thereby, ” Ezekiel 33:18. Monday, I drove my son-in-law, Paul Johnson, back to Springfield to see Dr. Wyrsch, who removed some of the skin from his infected finger. Honie still had a headache, that was why…
It seemed like the “dog days of summer” with the dry and hot July and August up to the present time. Very little lawn mowing was done, trees were losing their leaves and “dog fennel” grows rampant this month. A phone conversation with Louise (King) Baker, resident of Tulsa, Oklahoma,…
How big is your God? Good question. I’ve heard preachers say it before. The first time caught me off-guard. I hadn’t really thought about it. Up until that time God had occupied a little cubicle of my life and I called on Him when I was in really desperate straits.…
Sunday, August 19 was the eleventh Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, I Corinthians 15:1, “Brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received and wherein ye stand.” These lines are meant to refresh…
Sunday morning service was opened with music then prayer requests and prayer. Sister Tillie Fowler sang a beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from I John 3: 1-3, “Christians Are Sitting Pretty.” I missed Sunday evening services due to Delmar’s granddaughter’s death. We are truly saddened at the death…
Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, asked for prayer requests. Among those given were for Paul and Tyla Duckworth, Elane Crum, Chloe Wilson, the unsaved, our nation, leaders, Ashton Crum at College of the Ozarks and Nathan Luttrell in the Army. Happy birthday was sung to Van Menzies, who was…
The Douglas and Ozark Counties Retired Teachers and Other School Personnel met Tuesday, August 14 at the Pizza Hut in Ava. Marie Bristol, RTA president welcomed those who attended. Ruth Evans gave the invocation before lunch. Lyle Rowland, Missouri State Representative for the newly drawn 155th District was the guest…
Isn’t this weather great for August 20th? After the rain it put people cutting their grass including Dick and Tony Richards. Thursday, Norma Cross and I vistited Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center. We had lunch there with Peggy Jenkins and Goldie Miller. We visited with Irene in her room.…
Recent prayer requests: Servicemen; cancer patients; Memphis Helsley; Monte Housley’s son Wes; Bro. Stanley Jones preaching in Licking this morning; new pastor for Oak Grove Church; Lola Dennis; Bernice Peterson; Johnny Hicks; Sharon Renfrow’s grandson Dustin (his house burned 2 weeks ago); Bernice and Darrell Price; Jennifer Alexander and her…
Well another week has passed and we hope everyone had a good and safe one. The weather sure has been nice as it has cooled down some. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have…
Hello everyone. You may have noticed that I missed a couple of weeks in writing a news article. Sorry about that. I just got wrapped up in trying to get too much done in a short amount of time, and by the time I thought to write my article, it…
Tommy Roberts visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson, recently. They had another treat when their grandson, Kent Johnson, brought his grandsons, Conner and Kyler, over for a visit. Norma Stillings made visits to Ava Place, Thursday morning, and to the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Thursday afternoon to talk…
8-13-12 How about those Olympic games? I could hardly take my eyes off them. And London did such an excellent job (in my opinion) in the opening, closing and everything in between. I’m so proud of our Olympians from the good old U.S.A. and another good thing, we’ve been getting…
This week we begin this report with a pause of remembrance for longtime friend, Nick Huffaker. Nick passed away from Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever on August 13, a passing that left all of us in great shock. He was only 65 years old and he leaves a large family that…
The senior dinner was on the 14th and there were 24 present and it was good to see Joan Williams back. She is slow mending, but she says the worst was behind her. Those eating with her were Linda Vanderbogart, Ronnie and Janet Atchison and their two grandchildren, Christian and…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 12. We sure enjoy his teachings. Specials were performed by the girls. Grandma is proud of the girls. Janice and Dan and…
It was a great day to be in God’s house, thanking Him for the rain and all the blessings He bestows on us. We continue to have many to pray for, especially the lost and the bereaved. Brother Ric continued his message this week about church growth and the need…
Everyone here is saying thanks for the two inches of rainfall. I lost a burning bush and some of my trees have brown leaves. Burr and Ruth, Greg, Karen and Nicole, Jody and a friend, Russell Hunt, have been my local visitors and I was pleasantly surprised yesterday (Sunday) afternoon…
Hello from our home to your home, this is Thursday evening and it is raining- oh, so nicely! We are praying for a good soaking! We have had a busy day with exercises and activities and our regular volunteer, Ruth Evans, with us and then our Pastor, encourager, Jeff Smith,…
Bro. Dale opened Sunday school with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. Bro. Dale read some scripture from Psalms 118:29. Sunday school began with the leader reading the lesson from I Corinthians 16:1-24. We had comments and…
The Goodhope Volunteer Fire Association held its Annual Meeting Saturday, August 18, 2012 at the Fire Station on Highway T. The membership and firefighters enjoyed a light supper of hotdogs and chips and a time of good fellowship prior to the meeting. Several people and at least one grandson were…
Last Weeks News – Such a welcome change in the weather, it’s almost cold to me this Tuesday morning, 66 degrees. The rain last week greened up the grass in places. Tracy and Hannah came after me last Sunday evening and I stayed with Tracy, David, Hannah and Devin until…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Raymond Haden took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was A Time of Testing, Hebrews 12:3-15 taught by Lyle Wright. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Woodrow Coonce and Betty Morrison,…
It’s nice to look outside and see green grass again and after the rain everything looks cleaner and brighter. We need lots more rain and hopefully we will start getting some. I visited with my ister, Verda Komlo in Virginia today and she said they had been getting lots of…
Do you remember running your traps in the wintertime? Boys who could save a little money to afford steel traps could catch skunks, possums, and coons. After skinning the animals they would stretch their hides on boards and as soon as they were dried, would sell them to a traveling…
Another lady on our mail route called me last Tuesday. Some of her mail has not been delivered to her and she had to call a business to find out the amount of her monthly bill. While this lady was visiting another neighbor, the mail came and the neighbor wrote…
Jordan Hensley and Seth Hensley of Hartville visited their grandparents, John and Jo Stephens, on Monday. Megan Goforth visited Kileigh Graham on Monday afternoon. Donna Dodson, Quin and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. The kids took all their school supplies to school on Monday night. Donna came by on…
Wednesday night service started out with prayer. Prayer requests were many – Shelly Lynn, Bonnie B., Don Graham, Jean P, Debra in Alabama, Al, Kevin Pittman, Boyd and Betty Boyd, Hitt family, Pauline Richards, Chad and Shantelle, Teresa, Wanda C, unspoken and all of the children returning to school. Chad’s…
The good news in Champion is plentiful. The weather is being pleasing and little dribs and drabs of rain keep Champion hearts optimistic for eventual drought relief. An agronomist was heard to say that gardeners can expect a bumper crop of weeds next year on account of so much barren…
August 15 – Caney Church met Wednesday evening to praise the Lord and study His word. Bro. Jeff Shipley took charge of the service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Bill Austin led in prayer. Jeff read Deut. 13:1-15, 18:20-22, Jeremiah 23:1-4, 14:14 and Revelation 19:20-21. He taught…
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it,” Proverbs 22:6. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school. He Read Psalm 33:1-5 for the Devotion and dismissed us to class. Brother Bobby Turley took up the tithes and offerings.…
During the past couple of weeks Bethany Baptist Church had three special speakers while Pastor Bob and Darlene Sorensen and Sally were on vacation. Bro. Tom Hawkins spoke on the life of Joseph in the Wednesday evening service. Bro. Bob Helms taught and preached Sunday morning. Bro. Jeff Corder spoke…
Visitors of Linda, Bob and myself this past week have been Barb and Andy Williams and Hunter Diamond, Jack, Barb and Miracle, Doug and Kolton also visited us and fixed my security light. I sure did appreciate that. Bob and Linda were in Springfield on Thursday. Susie and Bob spent…
Our activities this week includes: Monday–Tai Chi exercise class at 10:30. Tuesday—OATS bus to adjoining county. Wednesday—OATS bus to Ava. Friday—OATS bus to Ava, Tai Chi exercise class 10:30. The menu on: Monday, August 27—Taco salad, Mexican corn, cookie. Tuesday, August 28—Beef stew, biscuit, salad bar, brownie. Wednesday, August 29—Meatloaf,…
Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening after work to her mothers, Bonnie Phipps, and stayed until Saturday evening. Debbie bought some pizza Friday and took them over to Michael Freeman’s where they celebrated all the August birthdays and Matthew’s, which was in June, I think. Those present were Debbie, Bonnie,…
My hummingbirds have been swarming in extra large numbers and I wondered if maybe they were getting tanked up to leave for the season. It seems like everything this year has been a month ahead of where it usually is, but a friend told me she had heard on the…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) WILFORD GORDON PAYNE, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00027 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration – Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of WILFORD GORDON PAYNE, Decedent: On AUGUST…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) FRANK DERRICK ZIELINSKI, ) Deceased. ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Independent Administration – Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of FRANK DERRICK ZIELINSKI, Decedent: On AUGUST 17, 2012, the last…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Terri S. Harvey and David P. Harvey, dated July 12, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, Document No. 071836, in Book No. 469, at Page 174 in the Office of…
Key: (A) = Smart Choice entrée item (16 grams of fat or less) (B) = Homemade fresh in the Opaa Kitchen (C) = Whole Grain item (D) = Fresh Missouri Product (E) = Made with peanuts Ava Elementary School Breakfast Menu Monday, August 27: 1. French Toast Sticks…
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Starworkers had their August meeting the 14th in the Lindberg country home. Stanley Goodrich was hostess. The meeting was called to order by President Sharon Loesch. We said the Pledge of Allegiance and Club Collect. A devotional, “So Little Time” was given by Elnora Christenson. Roll Call was “Something We…
“For the Lord knoweth the way of the righteous, but the way of the ungodly shall perish,” Psalms 1:6. Last Saturday we had a good rain and with it was a storm. After the storm I thought I would go outside to see the damage, but the neighbor’s bulldog wouldn’t…
Ours is a spiritual battle, that cannot be seen with the natural eye, or sensed with our natural senses, but the effects of the battle can be seen just like we can see the movement of grass and leaves from a swirling breeze. Now is the time to walk as…
Another week of dry weather and it is not just in our area, but widespread according to the news. Perhaps there will be some moisture soon as its times to plant turnips and parsnip seeds. I believe Kirs Ledbetter must have been surprised to see her name and that she…
Tuesday, August 7th we were called to order by Sharon. We had 9 weigh-in with a total loss of 3.25 lbs. High loser was Evelyn. Linda and Rosie stayed the same. We will continue to meet after the meeting to work on scavenger hunts at a wi-fi location. The lesson…
Sunday, August 12 was the tenth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, I Corinthians 12:1 “Concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would not have you be ignorant.” Spiritual gifts are the manifestation of the Holy Spirit and are an important part of the…
The Praise Team opened the Sunday morning service with some very uplifting music. GOOD JOB. Donna Lewis did a beautiful job with her special song. Brother Roberts brought the message from I John 1:8-9, “Biblical Facts About Salvation.” Sunday evening we enjoyed a couple of special songs from Sister Brenda…
We read our devotional from John 8 followed by singing. Brad Siler read a thank you note from an Options Pregnancy Clinic client. Danny Johnson prayed the offertory prayer as he and Daniel Wilson received our Lord’s tithes and offerings. A friendly handshake time followed. Pastor Neal greeted everyone with…
This cool weather has been welcome the past few days. We turned our air conditioner off. KKOZ radio station did a good job giving out the election returns last week. Basketball practice started last week at Plainview. Kailey Thompson will be playing. She will be in the 7th grade. Kinsey…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy weekend as the weather was nice. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost a loved one. May God…
Tommy Roberts and Feieda Holt visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson recently. Tom and Jewell are doing fairly well and still thank the Lord for their blessings. Norma Stillings attended the Dawson-Bragg Family Reunion held Saturday at the Senior Center in Mt. Vernon. Norma drove to Springfield and her daughter,…
We are really excited that our oldest son, Jerry Inman (who lives at Dogwood) will be one of the evangelists preaching the annual tent revival at Elkland, which will be held August 22-26. It will be held on the main street of Elkland, 7 p.m. nightly. Bob Holden will be our…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The girls took up the penny march and also sang a special. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were sung by Dan and Janice, Sis. Eaves and Helen…
It was a good day to be in church Sunday morning, we had many on our prayer list, some praise reports, continue to pray for all in need. Brother Ric spoke to us about church growth and attendance, using the scripture of not forsaking the assembling of yourselves together. The…
The rainfall seems to have renewed hopes in some causing fall gardens to be planted. There’s nothing better than fall green beans and cucumbers are not bad either. We still are having tomatoes and peppers. It will be hard for awhile not having fresh produce. Those who were fortunate to…
The cooler weather sure is a treat. The farmers have had a hard time with springs, and ponds going dry, raising less hay, and hay and grain prices are sky high. The cattle market will go down, it already is. People have sold cattle they did not want to. The…
Last Weeks News – Hello from our home to your home. The weather is the biggest concern for everyone, it seems, because it is so dry and everything is about to die. You wouldn’t think it would bother us in the home, but it is really on our minds. We…
Sister Naomi opened the Sunday School with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Sister Juanita led in prayer. Sister Naomi read scripture from Psalms 92:1-2. Our Sunday School leader Sister Mary read the scripture for our lesson from I Corinthians 15:29-58. We…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school class, Isaiah, chapter 9, we learned about how Isaiah fortetold the coming of the son of God. The only one who is all wise, mighty, eternal and full of peace can shoulder the responsibilities of world government.…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday School lesson was Faiths Hall of Fame, Hebrews 11:8-19 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram,…
A group of musicians have been coming by the Museum and playing on the front porch on Saturdays. The banjo and guitars sound good. You are welcome to stop by and listen or join in. We appreciate it, guys. We have a framed artifact of a piece of wood from…
I am borrowing here some comments of Walter Williams in his August 8th essay in JWR, received via the Internet. “Nazism is a form of socialism. In fact, the term Nazi stands for the National Socialist German Workers’ Party. Nazis pale in comparison with the horrors committed by the communists…
David and Donna Dodson, Chase and Bryse Dodson, Reece and Megan Goforth, Quin and Macee Breeding all visited me on Monday. Donna took all the kids to the pool Monday afternoon. Chase Dodson got his football equipment on Wednesday. Reece had band practice on Thursday and performed Friday night at…
Chad had our mid-week sermon for us. We had numerous prayer requests. God knows the needs of every name spoken and knows the outcome. I Timothy 4:8 was Chad’s first scripture, godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is…
Champions begin the week with grateful hearts that the severity of the summer heat has for a while abated. They are optimistic that the moderation will endure and that rain will eventually fall. Every dry spell in history has ended in a shower. When the creeks are up too deep…
Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone taking prayer requests and praise reports of which we have many. Sis. Tracy Shipley led in prayer. Jack read John 8:12-19 for devotion. After a good Sunday school lesson the offering was received. Our little ones sang for us and…
8-12-12. Sunday school opened with reading of Psalms 119:81-89. Clara Lafferty led the opening prayer. We give thanks for the cool morning after this long heat spell. We are also thankful that Wilma Hampton is back with us. God is so good all the time. In bad times and valleys…
“And lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world,” Matthew 28:20b. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday School after we sang. He read John 8:12-19 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. They were Zoe Schull, Marvin Graham,…
Jonathan and Natalie VandenHurk were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Jonathan told about his father who was born into a Dutch family and his mother who was born in Africa both in traditional churches and not knowing about salvation. They were both saved and living in America when Jonathan…
Barb and Andy Williams visited with us on Thursday evening. Last Wednesday, Linda, Bob and me visited with Kevan, Karen, Buster, Jessie, Jenna, Tif and Rylee Davis. I visited by phone with Sister Nora and Violet. On Sunday morning I went to church with Bob and Linda. Roben called to…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, August 20—Open face turkey sandwich, mixed vegetables, cookie. Tuesday, August 21—BBQ beef sandwich, tater tots, coleslaw, salad bar, cobbler. Wednesday, August 22—Country fried steak, potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, fruit. Thursday, August 23—Cook’s choice. Friday, August 24—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, peas,…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday night and she said she had gone to church that morning and she told me about her flower which we call the naked lady, she said it had a few stalks to come up earlier, but just fell over and then it was mowed…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Lisa D Ellison, A Single Person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Lisa D Ellison, A Single Person dated April 15, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of…
IN THE CIRCUIT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GOLDIE THELMA MILLER, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 9th day of August, 2012, REBA A NASH was appointed conservator of the estate of GOLDIE THELMA MILLER,…
NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of principal and interest due on a promissory note dated 10 February 2-11 and secured by a deed of trust executed by Evan Helmers and Tracy Helmers, husband and wife, and Wayne Cook, a single person Dated 10…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas County Public Library Board of Directors will hold their annual Tax Rate Hearing on Friday, August 17 at 9 a.m. at the Douglas County Public Library 08-16-47-1t…
SHERIFF’S SALE Betty G. Rose Anderson v. Vera M. Longan By virtue and authority of an Execution, in Douglas County Circuit Court, Case Number 11DG-AC00146, issued from the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Douglas County, Missouri, returnable on September 5, 2012, and to me, as Sheriff,…
PUBLIC NOTICE All responsible public agencies are required to located, evaluate, and identify children with disabilities who are under the jurisdiction of the agency, regardless of the severity of the disability, including children attending private schools, highly mobile children, such as migrant and homeless children, and children who are suspected…
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, August 20: 1. Pancakes, Chilled Juice…
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Great things are happening at the Bateman Ranch in the Ava District of the Mark Twain National Forest. Trail riders and hikers will be excited to find a new trail numbering system that will help guide them through the 1,000 plus acres of the Bateman Ranch. Horse back riders will…
Present for the August 2nd meeting were Karen N. Davis, Lynn Bentele, Alice Hurley, Lily Branco, Edith McKinnon, Maxine Smith and Linnie Ingram at the Tecumseh Firehouse. The meeting was called to order by President, Karen N. Davis. Following the Pledge of Allegiance minutes were read by Alice Hurley and…
Good news! It is God’s desire that everyone turn to him, praise his wonderful love and grace, and through Jesus Christ and faith in him, a person can turn in an instant and make the decision to follow Jesus and make him their Lord. We are beginning to recognize that…
We had a good rain shower Saturday night and need more. The drought has caused oak trees to die along with others and shrubs, grass and other vegetation. I had a phone conversation with Geneva King, in Hollister, who is 96 years old. My daughter, Kristin Luebbert, of Lindsborg, Kansas…
Tuesday, July 31st we were called to order by Sharon and we had a total of 14 weighing in with a loss of 19 lbs. High loser was Rachel. The next scavenger hunt is on the July issue of T.O.P.S. We discussed the Fall Rally and what we might do.…
Genealogy is an interesting subject. There are accounts of it in the Bible. For instance, after Abel was slain, Seth was born to Adam and Eve. Seth’s son’s name was Enos. It’s plain from reading the passages that there were many other offspring. Enos is mentioned because this is when…
Sunday, August 5 was the ninth Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 15:11, in which Jesus tells the story known as the parable of the prodigal son. This is one of the best known stories in the Bible and has…
Sunday morning was opened with music then prayer requests and prayer. We had two baptized then Margaret Rosseau sang a special. Brother Roberts brought the message from II Timothy 3:15, “Salvation Plain and Simple.” The evening service was opened with congregational singing of hymns. Brother Roberts brought the message from…
A small group met at 9:30 a.m. for prayer. At 10 a.m., we came together to read our devotional from Luke 4. Doyle Humbyrd filled in for Brad Siler. He asked us to give a praise to the Lord for the rain. Happy birthday was sung to Debbie Pitts and…
By the time the paper comes out this week, the primary election will have been decided who won, or lost. Some will rejoice and some will be disappointed. We’ve been listening to all the interviews on the radio, Art did a good job with the interviews. I’m sure it helped…
On August 5, we had many prayer requests: servicemen including Jessie McCart from Cabool; for rain; Max Yarber; Memphis Helsley; Lola Dennis; Joyce Deed’s family; Monte Housley’s son; Carrie Coffman family; Vic and Joy Mills; Jennifer Alexander; Sue Lathrom; Sue Hefner; Stan Nehr; Jack Lawler; Jerry Lee; Daniel Curtis; and…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend and stayed cool through all the heat. Be sure to check on the sick and shut-ins, making sure they are up and about and have plenty of water to drink. We send get-well wishes…
Everyone was rejoicing for the good rain the Lord sent our way, Saturday. Most folks in this area received around 2 1/2 inches, which was a life saver for the pastures and ponds. We continue to have many of our friends and loved ones with health problems, some praise reports…
What a wonderful morning! This Sabbath Day we awakened to a world renewed. The freshly washed landscape, with ponds refilled and Little Creek running again made us want to praise God and give Him thanks for the four inches of rainfall and for all His bountiful blessings. Everyone was smiling…
Everyone was thankful for the rain. Not much news only it has been a hot, dry summer. I had items wrote and then I didn’t mail them. No one is visiting much. Garrison Church had a great Bible School. One night we had 47 with 22 helpers. Average attendance was…
Sister Mary Eaves and Sister Peggy Potts went to the Albert Brumley singing at Lebanon, Missouri. What a wonderful blessing they received. If you enjoy southern gospel music, it is a great singing to attend. There is always lots of good fellowship also. Sister Naomi opened the morning service with…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Narvil Tetrick. Our lesson in Sunday School class was, “Praise For God’s Justice.” At times we are encouraged by those who promise us justice and equality if elected to office and they may fall short. This dose of realism can be…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Better Sacrifices, Hebrews 10:11-29 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram and…
The first thing we did at church Sunday morning was to thank God for our good rain. Jerry and I were on our way to the Oldfield Opry Saturday night and about Dogwood Hill when the rain started and we got hit by some hail. When we left the Opry…
What an exciting time we have had here on our mountain this week. We have been in Vacation Bible School and we have had a blast. We had a wonderful group of kids and lots of helpers. We even had a group of teenagers that came and did a fantastic…
