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• GREATER WEST PLAINS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES CONCLUSION OF ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE AFTER DECADES February 11, 2026
  Press release from the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce:   WEST PLAINS, Mo., February 11, 2026– The Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce announced today that the 2025 Chamber Christmas parade will be its last. The event has been a cherished community tradition for decades, but logistical, financial, and staffing challenges have […]
  James Hurtt
• Power Outage Scheduled Sunday for Parts of Mountain View February 11, 2026
  The City of Mountain View Electric Department has announced a planned power outage for Sunday, February 15, beginning at 8 a.m., to allow crews to complete infrastructure upgrades. Workers will be replacing aerial poles in the affected area. The outage will impact several neighborhoods, including: 5th Street between Maple and 7th 6th Street to Marr […]
  James Hurtt
• Featured Pets of The Day- Senior Dogs in Need of Urgent Foster to Adopt or Rescue February 11, 2026
  FEATURED PETS OF THE DAY- Three senior dogs have lost their home due to a passing family member. This unfortunatly is the only family the three dogs have ever known. Names: Obie Ash Grace These dogs have lived together their entire lives, all around 10-12 years old. Their home is near a rural pond which […]
  Dylan Groves
• Douglas County Deputies Arrest Man on Felony Warrant; Methamphetamine Located During Vehicle Inventory February 11, 2026
  Douglas County deputies arrested a 43‑year‑old Ava man on February 10 after locating suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia during a vehicle inventory, according to a probable cause statement filed by the Sheriff’s Office. Deputy James Pueppke reported seeing a white Dodge truck known to be operated by Jacob James parked at Plummer’s convenience store around […]
  James Hurtt
• Garylee has sports February 11, 2026
    The latest Missouri State Boys high school basketball rankings are out and making the list in our area. Class 1 Bunker #1 and Chadwick is #7. Class 2 Hartville drops to #3, Van Buren is #4, Norwood #5 and Mansfield is #9. Class 3 Sparta is #9 and Liberty is #10. Class 4 Rogersville […]
  Gary Lee
• A Great Lunch For a Great Cause February 11, 2026
  Anyone looking for a midweek lunch option on Wednesday, February 11, can support a good cause while enjoying a classic favorite. The Lady Zizzer Basketball team will be serving chili dogs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Ozarks Healthcare Grill 59 dining area. A minimum $10 donation is requested, with all proceeds benefiting […]
  James Hurtt
• Men’s Basketball Faces Texas A&M on Wednesday February 11, 2026
  The Mizzou men’s basketball team remains on the road for the second-straight contest, playing at Texas A&M on Wednesday night. Tipoff at Reed Arena is set for 8 p.m. on SEC Network. ABOUT THE TIGERS • Missouri owns a 16-7 overall record in 2025-26 with a 6-4 mark in SEC action. • The Tigers have […]
  Gary Lee
• Zizzer sports update February 11, 2026
  Here is the newest member of Zizzer Football Family. Mr. Garel McGinley. Coach McGinley is the newest addition to the Zizzer coaching staff. He will be working with the middle school receivers and defensive backs. Another great hire for Zizzer Football. Mr. Dallas Roberts. Coach Roberts will be taking his talents to work with our […]
  Gary Lee
• Willow Springs Lions Club Honors Charter Member Wendell Bailey for 60 Years of Service February 11, 2026
  The Willow Springs Lions Club proudly announces a milestone achievement in community service as it honors Lion Wendell Bailey, a charter member of the club, for an extraordinary 60 years of dedicated service to the organization and the Willow Springs community. Bailey, who helped establish the Willow Springs Lions Club in 1965, has been a […]
  James Hurtt
• CARDINALS ACQUIRE RHP GEORGE SORIANO FROM NATIONALS February 11, 2026
  JUPITER, FLA., February 10, 2026 – The St. Louis Cardinals today acquired right-handed pitcher George Soriano in a trade with the Washington Nationals in exchange for right-handed pitcher Andre Granillo. Soriano, 26, was originally signed as an international free agent by the Miami Marlins in 2015 out of the Dominican Republic.  The reliever has appeared […]
  Gary Lee