Graduated, Finally
Delayed and Socially-Distanced Ceremonies Held for Ava’s Class of 2020 by Michael Boyink / mike@douglascountyherald.com They were graduated. They are graduated. They graduated. No matter which version you deem grammatically correct, last Friday night 81 young adults walked into C. E. Harlan Stadium as High School Seniors and walked out as the school’s newest alumni. Delayed…
Read MoreCalendar 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. Goodhope Ministries Thursday Night Community Prayer gathering in the Fellowship Hall behind Faith Rock Church in Ava. Thursdays 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Goodhope Ministries (417)…
Read MoreTravel, Vacation Problems Top List of COVID-19-Related Complaints from Consumers in Missouri
Reports about travel and vacation problems topped the list of COVID-19-related complaints from consumers in Missouri, while nationally reports about online shopping top the list of consumer complaints, according to new data released by the Federal Trade Commission. Most of the COVID-19-related travel and vacation complaints from consumers are about problems with cancellations and refunds. …
Read MoreHighway 76 Accident Injures One
Gregory Rawlins, 43, of Ozark, MO sustained serious injuries on Monday, June 15th in a one-vehicle accident on Monday, June 15th. The crash happened on Highway 76, three miles northeast of Ava. Rawlins was driving his 2000 Chevrolet Suburban eastbound when it left the road and struck a phone pole. Rawlins, who was not wearing…
Read MoreFarm for Life Editorial Series from Missouri Department of Agriculture: Lehenbauer Litmus Test
Mark and Amy Lehenbauer run a diversified farm on their family’s land in Palmyra, Missouri. The Lehenbauer’s pride themselves in maintaining their diversification strategy, while raising their three children on the farm with values close to their hearts. Mark, a fourth generation farmer, focuses on the crop side of the family’s operation. Sustainability and a…
Read MoreMemorial Day Kicked Off Deadliest Days of Summer
JEFFERSON CITY – The “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” are designated as the days between Memorial Day and Labor Day. These days cover the summer travel season and are historically a deadly time on our nation’s roadways. During this time in 2019, there were 291 fatalities on Missouri’s roadways. That’s nearly three lives lost each…
Read MoreMDC Extends Program Cancellations to June 30, To Offer More Programs Online
Participate in MDC online programs from the comfort and convenience of where you are. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –– With concerns about COVID-19 continuing, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces it has extended its cancellation of programs and events at nature centers and other Department locations through June 30. To help continue to connect people…
Read MoreAshcroft Recognizes Elder Abuse, Warns of Increased Investment Fraud Risks from Coronavirus Pandemic
JEFFERSON CITY — In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day which was held on June 15, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft warns Missourians that heightened isolation and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic have created a perfect storm for senior financial exploitation. “Social isolation has long been one of the leading factors contributing to the…
Read MoreLooking Backward
25 Years Ago Geraldine Walker, Ulla Farrow and Charlotte Higgins represented Ava at the Senior Fitness Day in Springfield. Walker won first place in horse shoes, pitch & putt, and discus; second in rope jumping; and third in nail driving and basketball dribble. The traffic lights at the junction of Highways 5 and 14 could…
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