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• 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
• “Short-Lived and not widespread — isolated intense storms possible”, NWS Says April 2, 2026
  The National Weather Service has released an information packet regarding the presence of storms coming into the listening area today and into the weekend. To summarize, chances of rain are high, with the possibility of intense storms briefly, with those chances being higher further north and west. Read below for more. The post “Short-Lived and […]
  Daniel Williams
• Explore West Plains Guidebooks Available Now April 2, 2026
  The 2026 Explore West Plains guidebook is now available, offering a fresh, fully redesigned look at everything the community and surrounding region have to offer. The 120-page publication has been completely rewritten and reimagined from previous editions. Inside, readers will find a comprehensive guide to local attractions, community highlights and biographies of notable West Plains […]
  James Hurtt
• Weekly Lake Norfork Fishing Report April 2, 2026
  Gary Farace has your fishing report The post Weekly Lake Norfork Fishing Report appeared first on Ozark Radio News.
  Gary Lee
• Garylee has sports April 2, 2026
    Cardinals played the Mets yesterday afternoon wrapping up a three-game series with more here is your redbird recap.   Cardinals are off today and play again on Friday.   High School baseball from yesterday. West Plains falls to Poplar Bluff 13-3, Van Buren over Willow Springs 6-2, and Conway over Fordland 9-7.   All […]
  Gary Lee