Historical Society Meets Sept. 17
Douglas County Historical Society held its monthly meeting on Sept. 17. Sharon called the meeting to order. Pat gave the August minutes and the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read. Members discussed Hunsaker Café after a picture was sent and donated in memory of Lyle Price. Also discussed was the new sign and the…
Read MoreCounty Wildfire Protection Plan Being Developed for Douglas Co.
We hear in the news of wildfires impacting citizens in western states, even Texas and Oklahoma, but we probably never think it could happen to us. We hope it never does. But it could, and that is why we should be prepared. The Douglas County Commission, in conjunction with the U.S. Forest Service and local…
Read MoreBears Drop 23-20 SCA Decision To Salem Tigers Friday Night
Austin Gastineau intercepted a Salem pass with just under 2 minutes left on the game clock at Salem last Friday night to give the Ava Bears a chance, but the game would end with the Bears driving to the goal line, sealing a 23-20 SCA win for the Tigers. With the win the Tigers improved…
Read MoreIs Your School In the Battle?
High Schools Compete in Statewide Battle of the Belt Competition JEFFERSON CITY – Early autumn battles between high schools normally remind you of the gridiron. Battle of the Belt, a high school seat belt challenge, brings a different twist to high school rivalries. This statewide competition gives Missouri high schools an opportunity to win cash…
Read MoreCarl Neiman DAR Meets Sept. 13
Regent, Nina Carter called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Thursday evening, Sept. 13. All members recited the opening ritual – The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, the American’s Creed, The Pledge of Allegiance to the State of Missouri and the Preamble to the Constitution of the…
Read MoreNumismatists Gather in Springfield Oct. 27-38
The Ozarks Coin Club’s Annual Fall Coin Show will be held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 27-28, at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E*Plex, 3001 N. Grant in Springfield, Mo. More than 70 tables of dealers from across the country will gather to show, sell and discuss coins with collectors and the general public. There will also…
Read MoreWRVHS Offers Free Fall Research Classes
FORSYTH, MO. –– The White River Valley Historical Society (“WRVHS”) is offering two genealogical/historical research courses this month, with no admission fee. On Saturday, Sept. 29, there will be a day-long Beginning Research workshop at the Society, located at 297 Main St, Forsyth, across from the Judicial Center. While primarily consisting of instructional presentations ranging from…
Read MoreGamma Phi Holds September Meeting
The Gamma Phi Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society met in September at the FUMC in Cabool, Mo. During the business meeting president, Diane Moore, asked the area members to report on their Early Childhood Education Support project. -Willow Springs donated a monetary gift to four new women teachers along with a rose in…
Read MoreNew Earthquake App Brings American Red Cross Safety Information to Mobile Devices
Features include real-time alerts and “Shake Zone Impact Map,” simplifying quake data for smart phone, tablet users American Red Cross, Southern Missouri Region 9/25/2012 — Today, the American Red Cross has launched its official Earthquake App, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in or who visit earthquake prone areas. This…
Read MoreCounty Republicans Hold Meeting Sept. 18
Chairman, Ross McElvain called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. There were 28 voting committee members present. Douglas County Republicans are making a show in the Missouri Re-publican Party. Douglas County’s own Richland Township Commit-teeman, Kaleb Luna, and Jackson Township Committeewoman, Joan Follis, were elected chairman and vice chair of the 155th Legislative District…
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