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• Winona Resident Injured in Saturday Crash December 21, 2025
  A 35-year-old Winona resident sustained moderated injuries on Saturday in a single vehicle crash on Sunset Street in Birch Tree. The accident occurred when the driver ran off the right side of the roadway, overcorrected, went off the left side of the roadway, struck a ditch and then a tree in a 2003 Chevy Silverado. […]
  James Hurtt
• Go Fund Me Set Up for Family of West Plains Man Killed in Wrong Way Accident December 21, 2025
  A West Plains, Missouri father-of-four was tragically killed in a wrong-way crash just two days before his 49th birthday.  According to a GoFundMe set up for the family of Travis Bearden, he was killed in a wrong-way crash caused by a drunk driver near his home on December 18, 2025. Bearden leaves behind his wife […]
  James Hurtt
• Howell Rural Fire Department Seeking Two Junior Firefighters December 21, 2025
  The Howell County Rural Fire Department is now accepting applications for two openings in its Junior Firefighter program. The program is open to teens ages 16 to 18 who live within the district or nearby and meet several eligibility requirements. Applicants must have reliable transportation to calls and training sessions, hold a valid driver’s license, […]
  James Hurtt
• MSU-WP Jazz Ensemble performs at Gainesville Lion’s Club December 21, 2025
  Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Jazz Ensemble performed at the Gainesville Lion’s Club Dec. 11, for the organization’s year-end gala. The event gave an opportunity to provide entertainment to the citizens of Gainesville while showcasing the talents of university students and members of our community. In addition to the Jazz Ensemble, MSU-WP’s Music Program offers a […]
  James Hurtt
• Christmas Week Trash Routes for West Plains December 21, 2025
  The City of West Plains has announced trash pick up routes for the week of Christmas.  Monday and Tuesday routes will be picked up on Monday.  Wednesday and Thursday routes will be collected on Tuesday, and Friday routes will be collected on Wednesday. They wish everyone a Merry Christmas. The post Christmas Week Trash Routes […]
  James Hurtt
• Traffic Stop Results in Drug Charges December 21, 2025
  A routine traffic stop in Peace Valley on December 18 resulted in the arrest of a man accused of possessing methamphetamine, illegally handling a firearm, and resisting arrest. According to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office, the stop occurred around 7 p.m. on County Road 1940 after a deputy observed a vehicle failing to maintain the […]
  James Hurtt
• West Plains Man Arrested After Traffic Stop Revealed Drugs, Firearm December 20, 2025
  West Plains, MO. – A West Plains man is facing multiple felony charges after a traffic stop revealed the presence of drugs and a firearm, and he attempted to flee arrest. The probable cause statement on this case outlines that this event happened on December 18th around 7pm, when Elijah Patterson, 37 of West Plains was […]
  Daniel Williams
• Missouri State Highway Patrol Issuing Holiday Reminder to Drive Safely December 20, 2025
  Christmas is coming up this next coming week, and with it, holiday traffic is expected to increase once again. The Missouri State Highway Patrol are urging the public to exercise caution when taking part in celebrations. Sergeant Eddie Young from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop G has more.  The Highway Patrol will be out […]
  Daniel Williams
• Mountain Grove PD Thanks Public for Largest Shop with a Hero Ever December 20, 2025
  Mountain Grove, MO. – The Mountain Grove Police Department’s Chief Danny Bledsoe has released an official thank you to the public for providing to what was the largest Shop with a Hero program the department has experienced. This event happened on Thursday, December 18th. We would like to sincerely thank our community for its generosity and […]
  Daniel Williams
• Grinch “Arrested” During Stone County Christmas on the Square December 20, 2025
  STONE COUNTY, Ark. — The Stone County Sheriff’s Office reported a safe and successful Christmas on the Square and Christmas Parade held Saturday, Dec. 6, with festivities wrapping up with only one lighthearted “arrest.” According to Sheriff Brandon Long, the only individual taken into “custody” during the event was the Grinch, a playful nod to […]
  Quinn Ziliak