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Triplet Trouble
Dora High School Caught Swapping Triplets at the Stripe An area high school is in hot water after videos surfaced on social media indicating that triplets on the Dora High School basketball team were swapped-out opportunistically during free throws. Auston, Bryson and Mason Luna are triplet high school students who are also the three sons…
Read MoreUnregistered Company Solicits Investment from Elderly Springfield Resident
JEFFERSON CITY — Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s Securities Division ordered Trading Epic to show cause why restitution, civil penalties and costs should not be imposed after allegedly defrauding an elderly Missouri investor. In November 2018, a Springfield, Missouri, resident invested $300 after being contacted through Facebook by an alleged agent of Trading Epic. The…
Read MoreCelebrating 101 Years
Accumulating Winter Precipitation Possible Friday Night, Saturday
By Jason Hoekema A strong low pressure system will make landfall along the California coast Thursday and will traverse across the Rockies before interacting with tropical moisture, resulting in a strong system passing through the Ozarks Friday into Saturday. The National Weather Service in Springfield has discussed the possibility of accumulating winter precipitation. According to…
Read MoreYear in Review Part II: What Made News in 2018
February 1 The Board of Directors of the Ava Ambulance District planned to meet on Feb. 1 and discuss the addition of a training room at the ambulance station. On Jan. 30, Ava Kiwanis Club presented Terrific Kids awards for the month of November at the Ava Elementary School. Students receiving awards were Christian Morrison,…
Read MoreAHS Students of the Month
Kylie Cook and Aaron Mayo, both seniors at Ava High School, were recently recognized as students of the month during the Chamber of Commerce luncheon held on Tuesday, Jan. 8. Each student was noted for their accomplishments, which were cited as the following. Kylie, a senior at Ava High School is the daughter of…
Read MoreCelebrate the Great Outdoors in January
Learning Centers Offer Hikes, Classes and More People of all ages interested in viewing Ozark wildlife, learning outdoor skills, and hiking through scenic landscapes have ample opportunities to enjoy themselves even in the heart of winter. The Springfield Conservation Nature Center, and the Andy Dalton Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center both have offerings on…
Read MoreRoaring River State Park Hosts Bald Eagle Viewing Jan. 19
JEFFERSON CITY –– When water sources freeze in the north, bald eagles migrate south to find food and water. Join Roaring River State Park to watch for bald eagles along Roaring River at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19. Watch a movie about our national symbol and participate in eagle-themed activities. If available, bring binoculars and…
Read MoreMissouri State Highway Patrol Seeks Commercial Vehicle Officer Applicants
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premiere law enforcement agency, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of commercial vehicle officer. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply and will offer testing/interviews at General Headquarters in Jefferson City, Missouri. Those who successfully complete the evaluation will be eligible to continue in…
Read MoreCervical Cancer Awareness Month – January
By: Mindy Johnson Welcome 2019! We just turned the page on the calendar to reveal a whole new year and new month. Some imagine it as a clean slate, a place to start over, a cheer to new beginnings. I see it as a honor and a privilege, a joy, yet also a time of…
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