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• Featured Pets of The Day- BB & Benedict April 2, 2026
  FEATURED PETS OF THE DAY- Meet BB and Benedict! These adorable beagle mix pups are looking for their forever homes! With their soulful eyes and darling faces, they’re sure to steal your heart in an instant. BB is a sweet little girl, and Benedict is her equally lovable brother. Both are cuddly, playful, and full […]
  Dylan Groves
• Excessive Rainfall Could Lead to Flash Flooding, NWS Warns April 2, 2026
  The National Weather Service has released their latest information packet regarding the multiple bouts of rain and storms to move through the Ozarks tonight through Saturday, and localized flash flooding is possible. The latest packet is available for viewing below. The post Excessive Rainfall Could Lead to Flash Flooding, NWS Warns appeared first on Ozark […]
  Daniel Williams
• City of West Plains to Close Section of First Street as Prepatory Roadwork Begins April 2, 2026
  West Plains, MO. – The City of West Plains has announced that a section of First Street will be closed beginning tomorrow in order for road work preparing for an incoming business takes place. The closure will include First Street from Jefferson Avenue to Washington Avenue. This is being done to rennovate the roadway at 601 […]
  Daniel Williams
• Maximum Drought Conditions Spread in Arkansas – US Drought Monitor Update April 2, 2026
  The U.S. Drought Monitor has released the latest information on drought conditions present within Missouri and Arkansas, and data shows that conditions have worsened in the past week. The D4 “Exceptional Drought”, the maximum level of drought,  range in Arkansas has expanded, with all of Sharp County, and most of Izard and Fulton Counties now […]
  Daniel Williams
• FSIS Issues Public Health Alert For Frozen, Dinosaur-Shaped, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due To Traces Of Lead April 2, 2026
  FSIS Announcement WASHINGTON, April 1, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for frozen, dinosaur-shaped, ready-to-eat chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with unsafe levels of lead. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. However, FSIS is concerned […]
  James Hurtt
• Travis Smith Announces Candidacy for Missouri State Representative April 2, 2026
  Press Release: Travis Smith officially announced his candidacy for Missouri State Representative in the 154th District, pledging to bring experienced, results-driven leadership back to Jefferson City. Smith, a former State Representative and longtime business owner, emphasized his commitment to delivering real results for the people of southern Missouri. “Our M.O. is not NO,” Smith said. […]
  James Hurtt
• Sheriff Matt Roberts Completes 124th Session of the National Sheriffs’ Institute Leadership Development Course April 2, 2026
    Sheriff Matt Roberts of the Howell County Sheriff’s Office completed participation in the 124th session of the National Sheriffs’ Institute (NSI) Leadership Development course held in Quantico, Virginia, March 23-26, 2026. This no-cost program is provided by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), U.S. Department of Justice, in collaboration with the Major County Sheriffs […]
  James Hurtt
• OHRC to host “Celebrating 250 years of America in the Ozarks” on April 9 April 2, 2026
            WEST PLAINS, Mo. – Officials with the Ozarks Heritage Research Center (OHRC) at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will host a presentation titled, “Celebrating 250 years of America in the Ozarks” on Thursday, April 9, at 6 p.m. at the Garnett Library, 304 W. Trish Knight St., in West Plains. The event is free and open […]
  James Hurtt
• CFO, Vital Farms open Local Impact Grantmaking Program April 2, 2026
  For a second year, Vital Farms is supporting a grant program administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. The Vital Farms Local Impact Grantmaking Program reflects the company’s purpose to improve the lives of people, animals and the planet through food and a commitment to supporting the communities where its network of more than 600 small […]
  James Hurtt
• April 7th Sample Ballots: Oregon County April 2, 2026
  The post April 7th Sample Ballots: Oregon County appeared first on Ozark Radio News.
  Daniel Williams