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Embarking on a Crusade: Swofford Signs with Evangel
By Jason Hoekema The senior was at the helm, calling the snap on the year when Ava High School trampled their way through the SCA and marched on to the State Tournament for the first time in school history. He amassed more than 1,400 rushing yards and averaged 13 yards per pass in his senior…
Read MoreMSU Announces Fall 2019 Graduation List
In December, Missouri State University conferred 1,589 degrees to students during the fall 2019 commencement held at JQH Arena, and last week, the names of local graduates were announced. During the ceremony, students from Ava and Douglas County received the following degrees and honors: Samantha Louise Harris: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Design , Cum Laude;…
Read MoreSenior Night Recognition
Senior Night Recognition
Ava R-1 School Board: CNA Training, Computer Programming To Be Offered Next School Year
By Michael Boyink / [email protected] The Ava R-1 School Board convened for their regular monthly meeting last Thursday, February 20th. Attendance Board member Brandi Stanifer was absent for this meeting. Closed Session During the closed session that began at 6:00 p.m., the board accepted the resignations of Jeff Martin (1/2 time counselor) and Wes Davis (Industrial…
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Dancing to Dordt: Lee Signs-On to Become a Defender
By Jason Hoekema In the jumble of the athletic programs taking place at Ava High School, there is an unsung group of youth who stand for hours cheering for their classmates on the field and court. Leading them for the last three years has been Camryn Lee, a four-year dance team and cheer squad member…
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