City of Ava
Activity Report From The Ava Police Dept.
Calls By Type October 18 – October 24, 2020 Abandoned Vehicle – 1 Alarm – 1 Animal Call – 3 Assault, Domestic – 1 Assist Agency – 2 Assist Agency (Division of Child Services) – 1 Assist Agency (Medical) – 2 Assist Agency (MSHP) – 1 Check Person – 3 Check Vehicle – 2 Check…
Read MoreAva City Council Move Forward on Street Department Building, Square Updates, School Sidewalk
By Doug Berger City Finances City treasurer Peggy Porter said the city does have over $3 million in cash, but along with covering regular operating costs the city is attempting to grow reserve funds to prepare for emergencies or unanticipated costs. Metal Building During its regular meeting Tuesday evening, the Ava Board of Aldermen approved…
Read MoreAva Ambulance Unit Destroyed in Fire
The Ava Area Ambulance District suffered a major setback on Thursday, October 15, when, due to a mechanical issue, one of the district’s ambulances caught fire and burned on Highway 60 east of Springfield, at Diggins. Thankfully, the ambulance was not transporting a patient at the time and no one was hurt. However, the 2019…
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Fall Soccer Scores: Week 3
Game 3 – 10/10/2020 U4 No Scores Kept U6 Casey’s General Store 4 Vs Fortner Cattle 3 MFTHBA 2 Vs Grigg Trucking 0 U8 Ron Mace Gravel 2 Vs Casey’s General Store 4 Vaccaro’s Pizza & More 4 Vs Excel Construction 63 U10 Cahow Inflatables 3 Vs MFTHBA 0 Clarity A/V Solutions 1 Vs Crystal…
Read MoreAva Art Guild Fall Show Results
The Ava Art Guild’s Fall Art Show opened on Wednesday, October 14th and runs until October 24th. There are approximately 60 entries including paintings, 3-D art, fiber art and more. The show is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to vote for People’s Choice in the adult and junior…
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Ava Community Supports Firefighters
On Saturday, October 10, the Ava City Fire Department held a fundraiser at the fire station on South Jefferson. The event featured a chili cookoff, auction, car show, and more. According to Fire Chief Scotty Upchurch, the event raised $9310, which will all go towards purchasing new air packs (SCBA Units). Photos include (top) Firefighter…
Read MoreAva Saddle Club September Haunted Trail Challenge
Submitted Photos The Ava Saddle Club held their St. Jude Benefit Auction & Trail Course Challenge on Sept. 19th. The theme of the event was “Haunted” and a number of riders participated. Winners of the costume contest: 1st place was Taylor Long in the inflatable unicorn and pony costume (above), 2nd Place was Lauren King…
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