City of Ava
Ava City Park Upgrades Underway
City Park groundskeepers, Charlie Rippee and J.D. Price, were busy this week spreading new mulch at the lower park playground. The project started on Tuesday as cooler daytime temperatures, and a pleasant spring breeze, found favor upon Ava and the surrounding area.
Read MoreTest of Outdoor Storm Warning Siren Wednesday
Ava-Douglas County Emergency Management Office will conduct a test of the Ava outdoor storm warning sirens on Wednesday, June 19, at 10 a.m. In the event severe weather is in the area that day, the test will be canceled and rescheduled for the following Wednesday, June 26.
Read MoreAva City Council Approves 2020 Budget, Chooses Contractor for Park Bathroom
by Michael Boyink [email protected] On Tuesday, June 11th, the Ava Board of Aldermen convened for a business session at 5 p.m. City Finances City Treasurer Peggy Porter led off with her monthly report. The city accounts currently hold $2.4M. The accounts each have a reserve line item as outlined at the last meeting. Fiscal Year…
Read MoreActivity Report – From The Ava Police Dept.
Reggie Johnson, Chief Phone 417-683-2900 – Answered 24 Hours a Day Calls By Type May 25 – June 1 Animal Call – 10 Assault – 1 Agency Assist – 6 Assist Person – 2 Check Person – 10 Check Vehicle – 5 Check Well Being – 1 Civil – 1 Community Policing – 10 Domestic Disturbance – 2 General…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting: New Chamber Member
On Friday, May 31st, a ribbon cutting was held at J&L Tire at 1705 S. Jefferson Street in Ava, as they became new Chamber members. Pictured above, from left to right: (back row) Dustin Kilgore and Jerry Watson, J&L Tire employees; Jimmy McNish, owner’s son; (front row) Bob and Darlene Sorenson, chamber members; Abby, daughter…
Read MoreFor Sale: Site of Ava’s Greatest Underdog Story
Michael Boyink/Herald In 1959, residents attracted the Rawlings Corporation to Ava by raising the funds to build this building at 504 NW Springfield Road. It was the beginning of a 40-year relationship. Now the building is for sale. by Michael Boyink / [email protected] The unheard-of boxer knocks out the reigning heavyweight. The 15th seeded team beats…
Read MoreActivity Report –From The Ava Police Dept.
Reggie Johnson, Chief Phone 417-683-2900 – Answered 24 Hours a Day Calls By Type May 19 – May 25 Abandoned Vehicle – 1 Alarm – 1 Animal Call – 11 Agency Assist – 12 Assist Person – 3 Check Building – 1 Check Person – 6 Check Vehicle – 10 Check Well-being – 1 C&I Driver – 2 Civil…
Read MoreAva Hires New Police Officer, Puts Former Rawlings Building up for Sale
by Michael Boyink / mike@douglascountyheraldcom On Tuesday, May 28, the Ava Board of Aldermen convened for a business session at 5 p.m. Budget Report Ava Treasurer Peggy Porter submitted her proposed budget for fiscal year 2020. The total budget is $11,391,459 and includes three grants totaling $597,276. It also reflects a balanced budget for the 2020…
Read MoreChamber Cookout
Submitted Photo On Tuesday, May 14th the Ava Chamber of Commerce treated residents to a free cookout in appreciation of the goods, services, and employment in the Ava area.
Read MoreActivity Report – From The Ava Police Dept.
Reggie Johnson, Chief Phone 417-683-2900–Answered 24 Hours a Day Calls By Type May 12 – May 18 Alarm – 1 Animal Call – 7 Assault, Domestic – 1 Assist Agency – 17 Assist Person – 1 Check Building – 7 Check Person – 6 Check Vehicle – 6 Check Well Being – 1 Community Policing – 9 General…
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