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Ozarks communities plan Independence Day celebrations

Several area communities will mark Independence Day with fireworks, food, parades, games and family friendly activities beginning Friday, June 26, and continuing through Saturday, July 4. Friday, June 26 AVA, Mo. — Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center will host its 40th annual Fourth of July Celebration on Friday, June 26, beginning at 6 p.m.…

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Ava Board of Aldermen Agenda | June 23, 2026

CITY OF AVA, MISSOURI THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA 404 S JEFFERSON ST AVA, MO 65608 June 23, 2026 5:00 PM I.       Call to Order: Mayor II.      Roll Call of aldermen: III.    Approve or Amend Agenda: IV.    Approval of Minutes: June 9, 2026 V.     Public address…

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Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center to host 40th annual 4th of July Celebration

Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center will host its 40th annual Fourth of July Celebration on Friday, June 26, beginning at 6 p.m. at 2004 Crestview Drive in Ava. The annual event is known as one of the largest fireworks displays in Douglas County, drawing families from across the area for an evening of food,…

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Public input sought on data center moratorium

The Ava Board of Aldermen delayed final action Tuesday, June 9, on a proposed data center moratorium, giving residents another opportunity to comment before the ordinance returns to the board. The proposed data center moratorium is expected to come back before aldermen at the next regular meeting, set for Tuesday, June 23, at 5 p.m.…

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Ava Board of Aldermen Agenda | June 9, 2026

CITY OF AVA, MISSOURI THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA 404 S JEFFERSON ST AVA, MO 65608 June 9, 2026 5:00 PM I.       Call to Order: Mayor II.      Roll Call of aldermen: III.    Approve or Amend Agenda: IV.    Approval of Minutes: May 26, 2026 V.     Public address…

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Ava aldermen consider fire truck, street grant options

The Ava Board of Aldermen heard an update from University of Missouri Extension, approved three ordinances and discussed grant options for future city needs during its Tuesday, May 26, meeting at Ava City Hall. Janice Weddle, extension engagement specialist with MU Extension in Wright County, and Judy Curry, of MU Extension in Douglas County, addressed…

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Pool Makes A Splash For Summer

The Ava Municipal Swimming Pool opened for the 2026 summer season Saturday, May 23. The pool is open from noon to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Sundays, with daily admission, season passes, Splash Cards, concessions and other activities available throughout the season. The Ava Municipal Swimming Pool opened for…

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3rd Annual Hometown Heroes Patriots Parade in Ava

  Photos from Saturday, May 16, show scenes from a busy day of community activity in Ava. The photos feature moments from the 3rd annual Hometown Heroes Patriots Parade, held in partnership with the Ava Chamber to honor local veterans, active-duty service members and their families. 37 new military tribute banners were added to 100…

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Ava’s Board of Alderman Agenda | Tuesday, May 26, 2026

CITY OF AVA, MISSOURI THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA 404 S JEFFERSON ST AVA, MO 65608 May 26, 2026 5:00 PM I.       Call to Order: Mayor II.      Roll Call of aldermen: III.    Approve or Amend Agenda: IV.    Approval of Minutes: May 12, 2026 V.     Public address…

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Police Week proclamation, utility planning mark Ava meeting

The Ava Board of Aldermen discussed possible grant funding for water and wastewater infrastructure planning, approved a National Police Week proclamation and handled several appointments and bids during its Tuesday, May 12 meeting at Ava City Hall. The board first approved an amendment to the agenda. Aldermen also approved the minutes from the April 28…

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