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Community members discuss future of Ava Senior Center at Town Hall
Community members gathered for a town hall meeting in Ava to discuss the future of the senior center as the facility’s lease agreement approaches its June 30 expiration date. Community members gathered for a town hall meeting to discuss the future of the Ava Senior Center as the facility’s lease agreement approaches its June 30…
Read MoreDora man arrested on methamphetamine, paraphernalia charges after Douglas County traffic stop
DORA, Mo. — A Dora man was arrested March 28 following a traffic stop in the Goodhope area and is facing multiple charges related to controlled substances and driving without a valid license. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Sgt. Aaron Box conducted a traffic stop at approximately 10:09 p.m. after observing a vehicle…
Read MoreBaker Creek Spring Flower Festival Set
Photo by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co. / rareseeds.com Visitors gather for the Spring Flower Festival at Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company in this 2024 file photo. The annual event draws crowds for live music, vendors, garden tours and family-friendly activities in Mansfield. Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company will welcome visitors from across the region…
Read MoreAva Addresses Community Center Plans
The City of Ava issued a statement following the initial announcement, addressing public discussion and clarifying its vision for the future of the community center. The city emphasized its intent to create a space that serves residents of all ages while supporting existing programs and organizations. The full statement is included below: “Setting the Record…
Read MoreWright County Traffic Stop Reveals Methamphetamine and a Firearm
Seymour man is facing multiple felony charges after a midnight traffic stop in Mountain Grove led to the discovery of methamphetamine and a firearm. According to a probable cause statement filed in Wright County, Master Patrolman Brandon Meacham stopped a vehicle just after midnight on March 26 for having no license‑plate lights. The driver, identified…
Read MoreCabool Man Charged with Stealing a Motor Vehicle
A Cabool man is facing a felony charge after deputies say he stole a maroon GMC pickup from a residence on March 26. According to a probable cause statement filed by the Texas County Sheriff’s Office, the vehicle’s owner reported his truck and the keys missing from inside his home around 10 a.m. The owner…
Read MoreMU Extension Douglas County Recognizes Community Leaders at Annual Meeting
Members of the University of Missouri Extension Douglas County council are sworn into office during the organization’s annual meeting March 19 at the Ava General Baptist Church Activity Center. Administering the oath is Karry Davis. Pictured, from left, are Larry Patterson, Tommy Scrivner, Randy O’Dell, Nina Carter, and Jeff Bristol. The University of Missouri Extension…
Read MoreAva Declares “Heroes Day”
Area law enforcement officers and first responders gathered during the March 24 Ava Board of Aldermen meeting, where Mayor Kirk Pueppke proclaimed Feb. 23 as “Heroes Day” in recognition of their service and actions during a recent multi-agency response. The designation honors the ongoing commitment of officers, dispatchers, firefighters and emergency personnel who serve and…
Read More“When Kids Feel Safe, They Bloom”: Local Efforts Aim to Raise Awareness During Child Abuse Prevention Month
Mayor Kirk Pueppke has proclaimed April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the City of Ava. Accepting the proclamation on behalf of CHART is Norma Stillings, joined by representatives from Bikers Against Child Abuse, Ava R-1 Schools, the Ava Police Department, the Missouri Children’s Division, and the Douglas County Health Department. Community leaders emphasized the…
Read MoreAva Summer Baseball, Softball Registration Now Open
Registration is now open for the Ava Summer Baseball and Softball program, offering youth in the community an opportunity to participate in summer athletics. The program is open to boys ages 3 through 12 and girls ages 3 through 13. The deadline to register is Friday, April 10. There will be no late registration week…
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