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parking, and restrooms are open to the public to use. One of the oldest and largest full-service family fun river destinations is Big Elk Floats and Camping. Big Elk has been giving Elk River campers, canoe and kayaking enthusiasts an experience that is both adventurous and relaxing since 1989. Located on the south side of the Elk River Bridge in Pineville, Missouri, they are open all year round and specialize in float trips along Missouri's Elk River & Big Sugar Creek. ey cater to RV campers looking to spend a little time, as well as the day-trippers coming out to enjoy the river and the beautiful surroundings for the morning or aernoon. Fishing enthusiasts love Big Elk too, because it provides access to the rivers very early in the morning so anglers can beat the families who are coming for the floats. Vehicle shuttling and boat shuttling to pick people up or down stream is also available through Big Elk. Charming downtown Beyond the three rivers, what visitors and residents alike love about Pineville is the charming downtown, which has a very nostalgic feel to it. e town has an actual town square surrounded by businesses with the town hall and post office, just like you could imagine from the late 1800's. In the summer months they show movies on the square and hold Jesse James Days (see inset) which is a festival that attracts people from the surrounding area. e county's historic Old McDonald County Courthouse is also located on the downtown square. e courthouse, which is operated as a museum by the McDonald County Historical Society, was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012. e city has built a new community center for its residents which is reserved almost daily with some type of event. A place to call home Pineville is the perfect place to live if you are looking to find quaint, rural living while, at the same time, living about a half-hour drive from the amenities a larger city has to offer. It's very well located for being off the beaten path yet still very well connected to the cultural offerings, restaurants and attractions that the region provides. Of course, if you are looking for a great culinary experience you don't have to leave Pineville. Right on the Elk River in a breathtaking location set among waterfalls, Haven 55 is an eatery that provides what they call "Casual Fine Dining." While you dine, you are invited to enjoy the relaxing view of Little Sugar Creek and all of the river wildlife, including the great blue heron, Mortimer, who is a regular visitor. e menu is eclectic and interesting, and perhaps their biggest draw is the Prime Rib dinner on ursday where reservations are required. Photos courtesy McDonald County Press & nWA Democrat-Gazette 2021 McDonald county Directory | 7 Health Department HOURS: Mon-Thur 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Phone Number (417) 223-4351 Fax Number (417) 223-4109 www.mcdonaldcountyhealth.com McDonald County HEALTH DEPARTMENT 500 Olin St. Pineville, Mo. 64856 MISSION STATEMENT "Serving McDonald County with services and education which prevent disease, promote health and prolong life for healthier and safer community." SERVICES: • Immunizations • Mo Birth & Death Certificates • WIC • Lab Draws for uninsured or underinsured with Physicians order • Blood Pressure and Lead Screenings • Pregnancy Testing and Temporary Medicaid • DNA Testing • Urine Drug Testing • Women's Health Services for uninsured We service Anderson, Pineville, Jane 417-223-4313 • www.olemac.net ContraCt Free Wi-Fi Internet & telephone provIders New Fiber Network SpeedS AvAilAble Mcdonald County Telephone and Internet is dedicated to providing cutting edge technology at affordable prices. At Mcdonald County Telephone and Internet, our customer is our first priority. ✓ neW gamers upgrade! ✓ prompt and contact free after sales support servICe available 24/7! ✓ telephone and hIgh-BandWIth Internet with new Fiber FTTH SeRVICeS! McDonald County Telephone and Internet Company Internet starting at support avaIlaBle telephone starting at $50/ month 24/7 $27/ month