Douglas County

An Oklahoma man faces felony charges after Douglas County authorities responded to a report of property damage involving farm machinery. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Chris Degase, Lt. Nelson and Detective Long were dispatched to a residence on K Highway at approximately 2 p.m. on June 10 for a report of a…

From the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department:   On June 12, 2026, at approximately 2052 hours, Sgt. A. Box, Deputy Evans, and Deputy Wilson attempted a warrant service on N Highway. Upon arrival, two subjects with active warrants fled into the woods. Sgt. Box deployed into the woods with K-9 York, who began an immediate track.…

An Ava man is facing multiple charges following a reported physical altercation on A Highway. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Sgt. Aaron Box and Deputy Sam Evans were dispatched at approximately 7:56 p.m. on June 9 to a report of a physical altercation between two male subjects. While deputies were responding, the sheriff’s…

AVA, Mo. — An Oklahoma man faces felony charges after Douglas County authorities responded to a report of property damage involving farm machinery. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Chris Degase, Lt. Nelson and Detective Long were dispatched to a residence on K Highway at approximately 2 p.m. on June 10 for a…

AVA, Mo. — Jennie Gardner, 46, was arrested June 3 on a Douglas County warrant for failure to appear in a possession of a controlled substance case. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Gardner failed to appear in court on April 1, 2026. The original case was investigated May 9, 2023, by Sgt. Box…

From the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department: On June 12, 2026, at approximately 2052 hours, Sgt. A. Box, Deputy Evans, and Deputy Wilson attempted a warrant service on N Highway. Upon arrival, two subjects with active warrants fled into the woods. Sgt. Box deployed into the woods with K-9 York, who began an immediate track. Deputy…

Poison hemlock, a plant that can kill livestock, is flowering and setting seed now in much of Missouri. While early control is recommended, it still can be managed with spot treatments or mowing, says Kevin Bradley, University of Missouri Extension weed scientist. Poison hemlock is one of the first pasture weeds to emerge in the…

The Douglas County University of Missouri Extension is holding a Weed Control for Pastures and Hay Fields – Cultural, Mechanical and Chemical Options workshop for youth and adults. Presented by Joshua Dunn, SC Region Agronomy Specialist. A deep dive into best practices for successfully managing weeds in your hay fields and pastures. Topics will include:…

Pictured above and below are scenes from the home of Nathan and Erica Hutchinson that sustained significant damage after its roof was removed during severe weather on Sunday, June 7. The damage occurred as a radar-confirmed tornado tracked dangerously close to Goodhope, moving northeast through the area. Confirmed tornadoes tracked just west of Ava and…

DOCO Sheltered Workshop honored Cindy Heath on Sunday, June 7, as she begins retirement after more than 20 years of dedicated service on DOCO’s board of directors. Heath served as board president and was recognized for her leadership, commitment and support of DOCO’s mission.