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• The Scoop on the Bear-Ly Spring Festival this Weekend in Willow Springs April 8, 2026
  Kim McCormick of the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce tells us about this weekend’s big Willow Springs event, the Bear-ly Spring Festival! The post The Scoop on the Bear-Ly Spring Festival this Weekend in Willow Springs appeared first on Ozark Radio News.
  Daniel Williams
• Featured Pet of The Day- Max (Returning Pet) April 8, 2026
  FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Max is a twice Featured Pet of The Day who has once again made a return to Ozarks Pet Rescue. Max recently went on an adoption trial, and while he had the best intentions… he decided the goats look like excellent playmates. Unfortunately, the goats do not agree—so Max is […]
  Dylan Groves
• Governor Kehoe Signs Three Bills into Law April 8, 2026
  JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Tuesday, during a bill signing ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol, Governor Mike Kehoe signed three pieces of legislation into law: Senate Bill (SB) 888, and House Bills (HB) 1908 and 2273.  SB 888, sponsored by Senator Nick Schroer and Representative Brad Christ, modifies provisions relating to the criminal systems. Allows […]
  James Hurtt
• Baker Creek Spring Flower Festival Set April 12th-13th April 8, 2026
  Photo by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co. / rareseeds.com Visitors gather for the Spring Flower Festival at Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company in this 2024 file photo. The annual event draws crowds for live music, vendors, garden tours and family-friendly activities in Mansfield.     Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company will welcome visitors from across […]
  Quinn Ziliak
• Boil Water Advisory Part of Washington Avenue in West Plains April 8, 2026
  A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for Washington Ave from Thornburgh St. Olden St. Crews are collecting samples and will deliver them to the State DNR Lab.   This boil advisory means that while the water supply hasn’t been confirmed as being dangerous, it is being advised to boil it and observe boil order […]
  James Hurtt
• Captain Fiske to Retire from Missouri State Highway Patrol April 8, 2026
  Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the following retirement: Captain Bruce D. Fiske, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, will retire May 1, 2026, after 30 years of dedicated service. Fiske was appointed to the Patrol on January 1, 1996, as a member of the 71st Recruit Class. […]
  James Hurtt
• 2026 HOWELL COUNTY LINCOLN DAY DINNER April 8, 2026
  The Howell County Lincoln Day Dinner is set for Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the Magnolia Room at the West Plains Civic Center—and you won’t want to miss this exciting evening of great food, fellowship, and inspiring leadership. Headlining the event will be Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins, delivering the keynote address. Attendees will […]
  James Hurtt
• Garylee has sports April 8, 2026
      The West Plains Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the return of its Annual Caddyshack Classic Golf Tournament, taking place on Friday, May 1, at the West Plains Country Club. Team registration is now open. Early sign-ups are encouraged. For more information or to register your team, please contact the West Plains […]
  Gary Lee
• Baseball Tops In-State Rival Missouri State with Dominant Bullpen Performance April 8, 2026
  COLUMBIA, Mo. – Mizzou baseball defeated in-state rival Missouri State, 5-2, on Tuesday evening at Taylor Stadium behind a dominant bullpen performance from junior RHP Keyler Gonzalez. Gonzalez was electric out of the bullpen for the Tigers (20-14, 3-9 SEC), throwing six scoreless innings and allowing just a pair of hits while punching out a […]
  Gary Lee
• Cardinals 7, Nationals 6 April 8, 2026
  The Cardinals rallied late and won in extras, beating Washington 7-6 in 10 innings Tuesday night. St. Louis scored five runs against a Nationals bullpen that entered the game with a 6.34 ERA. Thomas Saggese delivered the go-ahead RBI double in the 10th, and JJ Wetherholt added an insurance run later in the inning. Jordan […]
  Gary Lee