7th and 8th Grade Volleyball Practice Will Begin on Aug. 17
7th & 8th grade volleyball girls need to have your sports physical by the first day of school, Aug. 17. The first practice will be the first day of school, Aug. 17, and the completed physical form must be turned in before any athlete may participate in a practice. The first practice will be after…
Read MoreCalendar of Events
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. * * * The Douglas County Foxtrotting Assoc. will host a trail ride on Sat., July 26 at Caney Conservation at…
Read MoreJune Water Challenge Completed
During the month of June, 152 local residents participated in a water challenge hosted by the Douglas County Health Department and MOCH Wellness Center, wherein participants were asked to drink eight glasses of water each day, without any sugary drinks for the entire month of June. Together, participants drank a total of over 30,720 cups…
Read MoreYour Favorite Swimming Hole Wall Hunter Creek #60
If you like dragging a boat over shoals, and enjoy sweat bees, deer files and horseflies, plan your canoe trip after July 4 and before mid-September. The one advantage to canoeing during these times is that the streams are more temperate and not bone-chilling when you jump in your favorite river or creek. So if…
Read MoreTips for Keeping Calm in the Midst of Crisis
In this time of great change and uncertainty, crisis situations seem to be growing at a rapid speed. The emotional turmoil and negative behavior that is on the rise, spanning from verbal abuse to physical assault, is requiring schools and agencies to intervene more often for the safety and protection of the students, staff and…
Read MoreThe Heat Is On – Time is Right for: ‘Water, Rest and Shade’
The National Weather Services has issued excessive heat warnings for the Great Plains through Saturday night, July 22, with temperatures of 96-100 degrees and heat indexes as high as 105º to 110º Fahrenheit. Such excessive heat can cause potentially dangerous work conditions especially for those working outside and in hot interior spaces. The U.S. Department…
Read MoreStorm Preparedness: Get Ready Before a Storm Strikes, Pay Attention to Safety
12 Tips to Help Home & Business Owners Prepare Ahead of Storms, Hurricanes and Floods ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The preparations you make now, ahead of storms, floods, or hurricanes, can help you recover faster and stay safe during clean-up. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing small engine, utility vehicle and outdoor power…
Read MoreEcho Bluff State Park Celebrates Anniversary
JEFFERSON CITY, MO, JULY 18, 2017 – Echo Bluff State Park is celebrating its one-year anniversary July 29 with activities and a bluegrass concert. The public is invited to the free anniversary party, which will be from 5 to 8 p.m. at the park south of Salem. Games and a birthday cake will be offered from…
Read MoreSpeakeasy-Style Party Planned July 27 at Jefferson Landing State Historic Site
JEFFERSON CITY, MO, JULY 19, 2017 – The public is invited to a speakeasy-style event July 27 at the Rozier Gallery in Jefferson Landing State Historic Site. The free event will be from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will offer viewing of historical photos from Missouri c 1925 as well as hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and…
Read MoreLooking Backward 7.20.2017
25 Years Ago July 16, 1992 Sara Semro was crowned 1992 Douglas County Fair Queen, with Courtney Fossett named Fair Princess, Petite Princess of the Douglas County Fair is Rebecca Archer. Some 13 girls participated in the queen contest this year. Driver Vernard Deatherage and son, Noah, won first place in the Saturday Night…
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