As of Thursday, Aug. 4, the latest data available, Ozark County was designated as a D2 (severe drought) designation. Updated maps can be found at droughtmonitor.unl.edu.
Times photo/Jessi Dreckman
Kevin and Janice Lessard are the new owners of Otter Kreek Tackle and Cafe. The Lessards, along with son Gabriel, moved to Theodosia this spring and took over ownership of Otter Kreek Tackle and Cafe in Thornfield on May 18.
Times photo/Bruce Roberts
Ozark County sheriff’s officials transport prisoners to the Ozark County courthouse Tuesday morning for court appearances. Deputies and Sheriff Cass Martin are taking on extra duties, like serving as bailiff during court, since Martin was forced to lay off seven employees recently due to a budget crisis.
Barbara Sympson Freeman, of Dora, shows off some of her handywork. Her quilts are now on display at the Ozark County Historium on the west side of the Gainesville square.