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Ozark COunTy Memorial Day is Monday, May 27 ¢ Times 75 GAINESVILLE, Mo. www.ozArkcouNtytimes.coM wEdNESdAy, MAy 22, 2019 School, city meet again about airport By Sue Ann Jones sueann@ozarkcounty- times.com Gainesville City Council members, Gainesville Memorial Airport manager Ron Weldon, city attorney Lee Pipkin and Gainesville BRYANT CREEK Schools superintendent Jeff Hyatt were to meet again Tuesday evening to discuss the issue of the airport’s proximity to the school. Because a real estate matter CCESS was to be discussed, the group met in closed session – as it had done a week ear- lier as part of the regular Gainesville City Council ANSWERS See AIRPORT, Page 11 Bell Bridge Floaters seeking a more nature-focused experience often choose Bryant Creek, seen here at Bell Bridge on Highway 95 near the northern boundary of Ozark County. Sizzlin’ Summer Post-flood floating Kickoff is Saturday Not as easy as it used to be, Theodosia Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Sizzlin’ Summer Kickoff from 11 a.m. to 2 but still worth the effort p.m. Saturday, May 25, in By Amelia LaMair, [email protected] River lovers from near and far revere Bryant Creek for its pristine the Cash Saver Pantry park- water quality and lack of “traffic.” While accessing this small river as ing lot on Highway 160. Editor’s note: Floating Ozark County’s cold, clear streams is a it flows through Ozark County can be a challenge, it’s well worth the Brats and hotdogs will be favorite summertime activity for both local residents and tourists, but effort for those who are looking for a peaceful time on the water. “The sold. Door prizes and shop- accessing Bryant Creek and the North Fork of the White River takes Bryant,” as it’s known locally, is a small but scenic stream that runs ping at vendor booths will more effort now than it did before the historic 2017 flood heavily dam- more or less parallel to the larger, more-spring-fed North Fork of the be offered, and raffle tickets aged or destroyed many put-in and take-out points. Ozark County White River. The Bryant is popular with locals as well as out-of-town- are now being sold for a outfitters still offer convenient services for their float-focused patrons, ers who are looking for a quieter, nature-focused experience rather than large TV or an InstaPot. In but floaters who prefer to use their own canoes or kayaks must navigate a sometimes-crowded “party” float. case of inclement weather, rough terrain and reduced parking in several former official or popular With two of Ozark County’s Bryant Creek accesses officially closed the event will be resched- access points. This story, focusing on Bryant Creek, is the first part of due to flood damage, those interested in exploring the Bryant may have uled on a later date. a three-part series that will share updated information about the access to paddle, drive and tote gear a little farther than usual this floating points and outfitters on the two streams. Next week, we’ll profile the season. Area outfitters generally do not serve the Bryant, although upper section of the North Fork of the White River, and in the June 5 some may do so through special arrangement. That means most river- edition, we’ll focus on the lower section of the North Fork. goers who float the Bryant are on their own when it comes to hauling Offices and See BRYANT CREEK, Page 12 businesses close for Memorial Day In observance of Memorial Day, most govern- By Sid Pierce, Special to the Times ment offices, banks and many stores and businesses, Editor’s note: Ozark County native Sid Pierce, a Navy veteran, worked and trav- including the Times office, Memorialeled with country music star Roy ClarkDay for more than salute: 20 years before returning A son’s remembrance will be closed Monday, May home to teach in the Gainesville Schools. Now living in Kimberling City, he works 27. as a sound technician at the Hit Songwriters in the Round show in Branson. In this The deadline for news remembrance, he recalls the stories of the World War II experiences of his uncle, and advertising intended for Millard Pierce, who died in combat in France, and his dad, Herman Pierce, who the May 29 edition will be would later serve several terms as Ozark County Sheriff. mid-day Friday, May 24. School was almost out for the summer, and I’d just spent my quarter on a small American flag at Terry’s Dime Store. Playing outdoors with my new flag, I was After Millard Pierce was killed in action on Sept. 7, excited to see my dad pull into the driveway. With flag in hand, I went running to 1944, near Besanan, France, he was buried in an greet him. American Military Cemetery in France. After the war, his body was returned to the States in 1948, and he See MEMORIAL DAY SALUTE, Page 10 was buried at Patrick Cemetery in Ozark County. GHS valedictorian, salutatorian both plan to become doctors Gainesville High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian head off to college Copyright Ozark County Times with more than 20 hours of college credit already earned and a common dream for the future: Both girls hope to become physicians. Valedictorian Jaima DeVries has attended school in Gainesville for 15 years – starting with two years of preschool. The youngest member of her class, she YourYourYourhas been Hometown Hometown atHometown the top of the class academically Bank Bank Bank through all four years of high Yesterday,Yesterday,Yesterday,school. Jaima Todaygraduated Today Today with & & 27&Tomorrow Tomorrowhours Tomorrow of college credit from Missouri State University earned in classroom courses offered at GHS as well as some onlineInIn In memory memorymemory of ofof many manymany courses, including college-level calculus, a five-credit-hour course. 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SAVE! board member election Nominees for the upcoming election of the Senior Citizens of Ozark County Board of Directors are Lynn Bentele, Lily Branco, Donna Burkhart, Joe Easterday, Arlene Eccardt and Pat Whisnant. The nominees are invited to meet area residents during lunchtime beginning at noon Friday, June 7, at The Center at Highway 5 north and County Road 800 in Gainesville.