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• Charges Filed Against Texas County Man Who Collided with a Deputy January 28, 2026
  A Texas County man faces multiple charges after a vehicle pursuit in Licking ended in a crash and arrest on January 23, according to a probable cause statement filed by the Texas County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Sean Bonner reported seeing Jason Hall driving a gold Lincoln sedan near Main Street and Maple Drive. Hall is […]
  James Hurtt
• Russell Robert Douglas Jr. January 28, 2026
  Graveside services for Russell Robert Douglas Jr., 79, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 2, 2026, at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Mr. Douglas passed away January 25, 2026 at his home. He was born October 13, 1946, at West Plains, Missouri, to Russell […]
  Administrator
• Featured Pets of The Day- Foster & Adopt Update (Ozarks Pet Rescue) January 28, 2026
  FEATURED PETS OF THE DAY- Ozarks Pet Rescue has now over 60 dogs and cats in need of adoption as the year 2026 forges on. Just the other day, a woman who was caring for nearly 60 cats and dogs reached out to Ozarks Pet Rescue as she has spent too long caring for these […]
  Dylan Groves
• Howell County Wanted Wednesday January 28, 2026
  Today’s Wanted Wednesday subject is CHRISTOPHER RYAN HENDERSON.   For: Probation Violation for the charge of Domestic Assault- 2nd Degree Case #: 24AL-CR01370-01 Bond $10,000 cash or surety   Last Known/Frequent Areas: Known to frequent the West Plains area.   If you recognize Christopher Henderson or have information that could lead to his arrest, please […]
  James Hurtt
• West Plains Lions Club to Hold a Meat and Freezer Fundraiser January 28, 2026
  West Plains Lions Club is having a St. Patrick’s Day Meat and Freezer raffle fundraiser to help support our vision / eyeglass assistance, charity, and service projects. Mason’s Midwest Meats LLC is providing the assortment of quality meat. A mini-freezer is included. $550 value of meat and freezer.   Tickets for the raffle are only […]
  James Hurtt
• Yukon Woman Injured in an Accident Tuesday Evening January 28, 2026
  A 29-year-old woman from Yukon Missouri sustained minor injuries in an accident Tuesday evening. The accident happened on MO 17 one mile east of Yukon where the 2017 GMC Yukon that she was driving ran off the roadway, struck a small tree and then an embankment. She was taken to Texas County Memorial Hospital in […]
  James Hurtt
• Wright County Accident Leaves Driver with Injuries and Charges January 28, 2026
  Tuesday afternoon an accident took place on MO 95 one-half mile north of AF highway in Wright county when a 39-year-old Falcon, Missouri woman ran off of the roadway and struck a tree in a 2017 Ford Flex. She sustained moderate injuries and was taken to Mercy Hospital in Lebanon for treatment. She also faces […]
  James Hurtt
• Applications for Century Farms Begins February 1st January 28, 2026
   If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1926, you can apply to have it recognized as a Missouri Century Farm. The University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, MU Extension Ag and Environment team and Missouri Farm Bureau sponsor the program. Applications to be recognized as a 2026 […]
  James Hurtt
• Hanshaw Named Information Security Officer at Community First January 28, 2026
  Mark Sloan, President & CEO of Community First Banking Company has announced that Jon Hanshaw has been named Information Security Officer.  Hanshaw has over 9 years of bank experience and has been with Community First since 2022.  He is a graduate of West Plains High School and attended Missouri State University in West Plains.  He […]
  James Hurtt
• Garylee has sports January 28, 2026
    Willow Springs School District Names Jacob Brookshire Head Football Coach for the 2026 season Jake has been a football coach at Willow Springs and Cabool along with Houston.   Chiefs head coach Andy Reid made it clear he’s thrilled to have Eric Bieniemy back as offensive coordinator. Reid says the title won’t change how […]
  Gary Lee