Douglas County
Historical Society Meeting Notes
Seeking Ritter Fire Memories from ‘58 Douglas County Historical Society held its monthly meeting Aug. 20, 2018 Pat called the meeting to order. Sharon gave the treasurer’s report and minutes from the July meeting. J. D made a motion they be approved and Amber 2nd it. Sharon gave a report on the winners of…
Read MoreSeptember 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 City Council meetings will be held this month on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 5:00 p.m., and Tuesday, Sept. 25, at 5:00 p.m. Meetings are held at City Hall. Skyline R-II School Board will…
Read MoreDouglas County Commissioners Meet, Open Bids
Douglas County Commissioners met on Monday, Sept. 10, with Presiding Commissioner Lance Stillings, Commissioner Craig Cunningham, and County Clerk Karry Davis present for the session. In the meeting, commissioners approved a payment to Septagon Construction Management, Inc. for construction management fees and expenses for the new jail facility. The payment of $13,850 was made…
Read MoreLEPC Meeting Set for Friday Sept. 14
The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting is set for Friday, Sept. 14 at 12 noon at the Douglas County EMA Training Room. Lunch will be provided. During the session, Region G All Hazards Team will present a program about what they have to offer, how to become involved and how to contact them when…
Read MoreJunkalicious Antique Show
The Cheyney family, above, enjoyed an afternoon browsing and shopping at the Junkalicious Vintage Antique Show held last Friday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. It was a pleasant afternoon for being outside as temperatures were cooler and skies were cloudy.
Read MoreMFTHBA Celebration Hosts Dog Show
On Sept. 7, the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association was host to a dog show on the grounds, in the Dale Esther Arena. Dog entries encompassed a wide variety of breeds, with sizes ranging from tiny teacup to a full grown St. Bernard. Entries were judged by category, and prizes were awarded.
Read MoreUnveiling of Canvas Photos
The Douglas County Health Department held a reception for WIC families on Thursday, Aug. 30 to unveil special photos of moms, dads and babies who currently participate in Health Department educational classes on breastfeeding and parenting. The black and white canvas photos adorn two hallways in the Health Department. The photos showcase moms and babies,…
Read MoreCircuit Court Law Day Proceedings On Sept. 4
From the Douglas County Prosecuting Attorney During a large Circuit Court Law Day on September 4, 2018, the following individuals were sentenced to the Department of Corrections: Joseph W. Bell, 38, Mansfield, was sentenced to eight years in prison for possession of methamphetamine. Bell was ordered to complete long term drug treatment within the Department…
Read MoreDouglas County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report
During the week of August 27, 2018, to September 2, 2018 the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office received and answered 90 calls for service and nine individuals arrested and booked into the Douglas County Jail. On August 28, 2018, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department arrested Jennifer Bruffett, 48, of Ava, on a Grand Jury Indictment for…
Read MoreDouglas County Sheriff’s Office Activity Report
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has had a very busy week, with a huge influx of calls for service with 141 received and answered. The jail has also been busy with 24 individuals arrested and booked. Currently, there are 25 in the Douglas County Jail. On August 22, 2018, Corporal Wallace made a traffic stop…
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