Douglas County
Ambulance District Receives "Green" Ambulance
It’s still the traditional blue, white and red colors associated with Cox Health Systems, but the newest ambulance purchased by the Ava Area Ambulance District is labeled a “green” vehicle because of its economy values. The Mercedes-Benz “Sprinter” vehicle is smaller than the ambulance boxes installed on a truck chassis, and the ambulance service expects…
Read MoreHighway Patrol Investigates Three Wrecks In Two Days
The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated three motor vehicle crashes in Douglas County within a 30-hour period this week. At least one serious injury was reported. On Monday afternoon, Jan. 14, Tpr. Daniel Johnson was called to a one-vehicle crash on Route U, seven miles northeast of Ava. The report issued by Troop G says…
Read MoreAnimal League Receives Grant from Community Foundation
The Douglas County Community Foundation recently presented a $1,000 donation to the Ava Area Animal Welfare League, Jr. (AAAWL,Jr.) for their local spay/neuter program. The AAAWL,Jr. is a non-profit organization made up of youth and adult community members who share an interest in the well-being of animals. These funds will be used to assist local…
Read MoreArtist Dorothy Dent Delighted to Find Her Hammond Painting Exhibited at Ozark County Historium
By Janet Taber Reprinted with permission of the Ozark County Times Because of limited space constraints, the Ozark County Historium in Gainesville does not ordinarily accept gifts of items from donors. However, last fall an exception was made when the family of the late Jack Johnson, who lived for many years in Des Moines, Iowa,…
Read MoreDouglas County Approves Budget of $3.42 Million
The Douglas County Commission gave final approval to the 2013 budget on Monday of this week. This year’s budget reflects total anticipated expenditures of $3,421,865. Last year’s actual expenditures totaled $3,404,141 from all departments. The Budget Message that summarizes the budget says expenditures from the General Revenue Fund will total $1,616,157.99. The total estimated funds…
Read MoreBock Sworn In as Associate Circuit Judge
Elizabeth Bock was sworn in Monday morning as Douglas County Associate Circuit Judge. Judge Bock was installed by 44th Judicial Circuit Judge Craig Carter whose election created the vacancy. Bock, a former assistant attorney general, was appointed associate circuit judge by Gov. Jay Nixon.
Read MoreMDC Will Host Prescribed Fire Workshop Here on Jan. 15
The Missouri Department of Conservation will host a prescribed fire workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 15, at the Ava High School Vo-Ag Building. Brad Mormann, private land conservationist, MDC, will conduct the presentation which begins at 6:15 p.m. and will run until about 9 o’clock. Mormann says this is a great opportunity for folks interested in…
Read MoreDouglas County Health Department Spotlighted for Emergency Planning
The Douglas County Health Department was recently spotlighted by the Center for Emergency Response and Terrorism. Following is the article as it was published in the Planners Update. “When a public health emergency occurs, the very nature of the word ‘emergency’ declares that time is of the essence. In a public health agency, as with…
Read MoreOffenders Get Prison Sentences At Jan. Law Day
Three offenders were sentenced to prison terms by 44th Circuit Judge Craig Carter on Tuesday. According to information released by Prosecuting Attorney Roger Wall, Lloyd D. Perryman Jr., 31, of Ava, was sentenced to five years in prison for 2nd-degree robbery. The offense occurred on Nov. 9, 2012, and was investigated by the Ava Police…
Read MoreAnimal Rabies Case Confirmed In the County
A skunk sent to the State Public Health Laboratory on Dec. 28, by the Douglas County Health Department has tested positive for rabies. The Douglas County Health Department was notified on Dec. 31 of the findings. A follow-up investigation has been conducted by the health department to identify any persons or animals that may have…
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