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• Carseat Check Event in West Plains Tomorrow March 26, 2026
  The Howell County Health Department will be holding an event tomorrow in the parking lot of the West Plains Fire Department on Kissinger Street aimed at helping people understand proper carseat installation. Certified technicians will teach those who attend how carseats are used, and common misconceptions about their installation. The address is 1901 Kissinger Street, […]
  Daniel Williams
• Two Prescribed Burns Planned for Mark Twain National Forest this Weekend March 26, 2026
  Douglas County, MO. – The U.S. Forest Service has announced two prescribed burns this weekend in the Mark Twain National Forest. The official announcement can be read below. Two prescribed burns are planned for this weekend, if the weather cooperates: McClurg prescribed burn is planned for March 28, 2026, on the Mark Twain National Forest, weather […]
  Daniel Williams
• Featured Pet of The Day- Hershey March 26, 2026
  FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Meet Hershey! A 9-week-old, Chocolate Lab Retriever who is available for adoption through The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas. Hershey is a super friendly puppy who loves to play with his toys, lounge around, and of course; gets lots of pets and belly rubs. He is ready for a […]
  Dylan Groves
• Attempted ATM Heist in Gainesville March 26, 2026
  This story is based on reporting originally published by The Ozark County Times. Read the original post here: https://www.facebook.com/ozarkcountytimes Around 4:11 a.m. on March 26, Ozark County deputies and Sheriff Cass Martin responded to a security alarm at Stockmens Bank on Elm Street in Gainesville. The alarm was triggered when someone tampered with the bank’s […]
  James Hurtt
• Mountain View City Council to Meet Monday for Zoning Regulations March 26, 2026
  Mountain View, MO. – The Mountain View City Council has announced they will be meeting this coming Monday with a plan to discuss zoning regulations.  This is a work session which will begin at 5pm in the City Council Chambers, 120 North Oak Street.  The post Mountain View City Council to Meet Monday for Zoning Regulations […]
  Daniel Williams
• Izard County Officials Enact Countywide Burn Ban March 26, 2026
  IZARD COUNTY, Ark. — A countywide burn ban has been issued for Izard County, effective March 22, 2026, due to conditions that increase the risk of fire spread. According to county officials, County Judge Eric Smith placed the ban into effect and it will remain in place until further notice. Authorities are urging residents to […]
  Quinn Ziliak
• West Plains Man Facing Assault and Weapons Charges After Incident in Koshkonong March 26, 2026
  An West Plains man is facing multiple felony charges after Oregon County deputies say he fired gunshots during an assault behind a Koshkonong residence. According to a probable cause statement filed Tuesday, Dustin Ivan Jordan Eastland is charged with first‑degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon. Deputies were called to the […]
  James Hurtt
• West Plains PD Reports: 3-26-26 March 26, 2026
  The post West Plains PD Reports: 3-26-26 appeared first on Ozark Radio News.
  Daniel Williams
• Road Closure Effective Immediately in Ava March 26, 2026
  Ava, MO. – An intersection in Ava has been closed effective immediately as essential repairs are being enacted.  This announcement comes directly from officials with the City of Ava. The intersection is of Martin avenue and Ward Street, and repair times are expected to continue through next week. Those who travel this area will need to […]
  Daniel Williams
• Drought Conditions Continue to Worsen; 2/3 of Arkansas in Burn Ban March 26, 2026
  The latest drought monitor maps have been released, showing how the conditions have worsened over the past week.  With drought conditions, the scale of severity is classified as D0 through D4, with D4 being the worst. In summary, the overall range of the D3 and D4 zones have expanded in their Arkansas range, with the […]
  Daniel Williams