Norma Jean Shelton
Norma Jean Shelton, 65 years, 7 months, 25 days old, passed away on July 13, 2017 at her home. Norma was born Nov. 19, 1951 in Rome, Mo., in Douglas County, to John and Wanda (Goodnight) Ross. Norma was retired from working at Wal-Mart for several years. On May 31, 1969, Norma and Larry Shelton…
Read MoreNadine Letsinger
Nadine Letsinger was gently lifted by angel’s arms to her eternal life Wednesday, July 12, 2017 from Mercy Healthcare Springfield, Mo. On Sept. 21, 1933, she began her earthly life the daughter of OK and Gladys (Davis) Welton near Ava, Mo. On July 22, 1950, she married C.M. Letsinger and for almost 67 years she…
Read MoreMargaret Gates
Margaret Gates, 72 years, finished her race on Earth and crossed the finish line to Heaven on July 18, 2017 at her home. Margaret was born Oct. 14, 1944, in Los Angeles, Calif., to Leslie Lee and Jo Earl (Smith) Kimbel. Margaret was an Air Force veteran and served during the Vietnam war. During her…
Read MoreMt. Zion Campmeeting Set for August 20-27
The annual Mt. Zion Campmeeting is scheduled for Aug. 20-27 on the campus of Mt. Zion Bible School near Ava. Evangelist will be the Rev. Chris King and singers will be the Rev. and Mrs. Jerald…
Read MoreMossy Oak Becomes The Official Pattern Of B.A.S.S.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Mossy Oak and B.A.S.S. have formed a partnership, which names Mossy Oak as the Official Pattern of B.A.S.S. The marriage of the fishing and hunting worlds through these two well-known outdoor brands comes in conjunction with the launch of Mossy Oak Elements, a line of patterns that offers designs specific to the angling community…
Read MoreGreentop Angler Catches State-Record Green Sunfish
GREENTOP, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports Bowen Dockery of Greentop became the most recent record-breaking angler in Missouri when he caught a green sunfish on a private pond in Schuyler County. The new “alternative method” record fish caught by Dockery on July 5 weighed 1 pound, 3 ounces. Dockery’s recent catch broke…
Read MoreGet Information & Share Opinions at MDC 80th Anniversary Open Houses
MDC Will Gather Feedback at Hootin an Hollarin In Gainesville JEFFERSON CITY – This year the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is celebrating 80 years of serving nature and you. MDC was founded by Missourians – concerned by the state’s decimated fish, forests, and wildlife – through a constitutional amendment passed in 1936 to create…
Read MoreSkyline Fire, EDCVFD Receive VFA Grants
During July and August, matching funds grant checks for rural fire departments are being distributed by the Missouri Department of Conservation, Forestry Division staff. One hundred sixty nine fire departments are receiving checks for up to $4,000 to help with…
Read MoreDeadline July 28 For Reading Logs At Public Library
Participants of the Douglas County Public Library’s 2017 summer reading program, “Build a Better World”, have until Friday, July 28, to turn in reading logs and pick up prizes. If you have questions, stop by or call the library at 683-5633.
Read MoreElizabeth Brown Will Present Etched Glass Program at Library Tonight
Elizabeth Brown will present a program on etched glass at the Douglas County Public Library this evening, Thursday, July 20, at 7 p.m. This will be a hands-on program for adults. Supplies will be provided, but bring an X-Acto craft knife if you have one. Elizabeth is a member of the Best of Missouri Hands…
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