City of Ava

by Michael Boyink/[email protected] On Tuesday, November 12th, the Ava Board of Aldermen convened for a business session at 5 p.m. City Finances City Treasurer Peggy Porter reported that the city’s finances were “holding steady” with $2.4M across its accounts.  Bill #19/10.15 The Aldermen voted 3-0 to approve this update to the city codes around the…

by Michael Boyink/[email protected] Princesses, Superheros, Butterflies, Clowns and Cows Run Ava Merchants Out of Treats The cooler weather wasn’t slowing the kids down. The sign in the darkened store on the square window told the story: It was the same at Set Free Ministries.  “We ran out of candy and have more on the way,”…

It is likely we have all used the expression, “where there is smoke, there is fire.”  This old adage most generally refers to rumors and how they originate.  However, this past weekend, when local folks saw billowing smoke rising from an area near the City Park, it really did mean fire.  And, there was lots…

Veterans Day is recognized as a federal holiday each year –– it is deemed a special time to honor and express thanks to military personnel who serve the United States.   The holiday is Monday, Nov. 11, and state, federal and county offices will close for the day.  Mail delivery is suspended, and many businesses…

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Russell T. Scott Post 5993 is hosting a free community luncheon on Sunday, Nov. 10, beginning at 1:00 p.m. on the Ava Square.  Mayor Burrely Loftin will open the ceremony.  For the occasion, Post 5993 is providing free lunches to all residents as a sincere gesture…

Many Ava residents who live in the southeast quadrant of town experienced an unexpected power outage Saturday morning, Oct. 26.  According to city officials, the down time was due to a short that occurred on an electrical pole near the Ava Post Office.  The burn-out caused permanent damage to the cross arm of the pole,…