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Gem Award

Cash Gas Co. was awarded the Gem Award during the Chamber luncheon held Tuesday, Nov. 3.  Cash Gas employees and owners shown above, from left, are Mike Loftin, Burrely Loftin, Cody Heriford and Randy Heriford.  Darlene Sorensen is standing far right. 

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Chamber Lunch Targets Wellness

Dr. Bob Hollett, owner of A’Justin Time Chiropractic Wellness Center was the host of the Chamber luncheon held on Tuesday, Nov. 13. Dr. Hollett’s office is located next to Penmac, at 1209 Haden Street, in Ava.  The Chamber meeting was held at Bethany Baptist Church, in the fellowship hall.

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Area Firefighters Participate in Live Training Exercises

Local folks may have noticed the firefighting training trailer and equipment sitting in front of the Ava Fire Station, especially when driving north on Jefferson Street near Ava schools. For the past few weeks, local volunteer firemen have been involved in several classes of in-depth training hosted by the Douglas County Fire Chief’s Association.  These…

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Ava Disc Golf Results – Fall League Week 9

With three weeks left in the 12-week Ava Disc Golf Fall League, competitors are edging toward the final rankings and year 1 bragging rights. For information, call Mark at 417-683-2744. Results for week 9 are: No.  Name           Score         Avg.    Robert          …

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Activity Report From The Ava Police Dept.

Reggie Johnson, Chief Phone 417-683-2900 Answered 24 Hours a Day Calls By Type November 4 – November 10  Alarm – 1 Animal Call – 5 Agency Assist – 4 Check Building – 21 Check Person – 1 Check Vehicle – 2 Check Well-Being – 2 Civil – 1 Community Policing – 4 Disturbance, Domestic – 1 Fraud –…

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New Veterans Memorial Dedicated at City Park 

Mayor David Norman and city officials dedicated the new veterans memorial at the City Park on Saturday, Nov. 17, at 10 a.m.  The memorial is a project facilitated by the City of Ava, and according to Norman, this is the first step in creating a notable memorial for area veterans.  In addition to the new…

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Council Praises Ava Volunteer Fire Department, Receives Award from Local Betterment Council 

Nina Carter, right, presented the City of Ava and Mayor David Norman, left, with the third-place plaque the local Community Betterment group received in October for their involvement in the Pioneer Heritage Festival and 2500 Miles of Arts & Culture Tour, previously held in Douglas County.  Carter presented the award during city council meeting on…

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Ava Police Dept. Activity Report

Reggie Johnson, Chief Phone 417-683-2900–Answered 24 Hours a Day Calls By Type October 28 – November 3  Abandoned Vehicle – 1 Alarm – 4 Animal Call – 7 Agency Assist – 10 Check Building – 29 Check Person – 6 Check Vehicle – 4 Check Well-Being – 1 Civil – 3 Community Policing – 2 Disturbance, General –…

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Ava Disc Golf Results Fall League Week 8

Ava Disc Golf Fall League competitors have faced strong winds and relentless rains this week. With winter weather coming, watch to see who  makes it to the top at the end of the season. For information, call Mark at 417-683-2744. Results for week 8 are: No.  Name Score Avg.      Matt      …

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Local Government, Schools & Organizations: November Board Meetings

Douglas County Commissioners meet each Monday and Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, at the Douglas County Courthouse. Ava Board of Aldermen will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 5:00 p.m. Meetings are held at City Hall. Ava R-I School Board reconvenes Tuesday, Nov. 20th.  Meetings are held at the school in the board…

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