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• West Plains, Liberty, Thayer, and Mountain Grove all Advance to District Championship Game November 8, 2025
  On Friday night District Semi-Final games took place in the state of Missouri and four local teams have all advanced. West Plains defeated Monett 39-26, in a game that went back and forth most of the night.  The Zizzers will remain home for the District Championship game versus Carl Junction who they pulled out a […]
  James Hurtt
• Willow Springs Airport Will Be Closed November 12 and 13 For Striping November 8, 2025
  The Willow Springs Memorial Airport will be CLOSED on November 12 and 13 while construction crews paint permanent markings on the new asphalt. Please stay off the runway, taxiways, and taxi lanes these dates. The post Willow Springs Airport Will Be Closed November 12 and 13 For Striping appeared first on Ozark Radio News.
  James Hurtt
• Gainesville Woman Arrested for August/September Thefts November 8, 2025
  Gainesville, MO. – A woman from Gainesville, Missouri is facing two felony charges following thefts that took place back in August and September. The probable cause statment on the case states that Jessie Cullen, born 1999, had stolen from two separate residences on two different dates, where Cullen had used her employment as a housekeeper/caregiver to […]
  Daniel Williams
• MoDOT Implements Travel Safe Zone on Route 63 in Texas County November 8, 2025
  The Missouri Department of Transportation and Missouri Highway Patrol Troop G are implementing a Travel Safe Zone on one section of Route 63 north of Cabool, Missouri starting Monday, Nov. 24. A Travel Safe Zone will be designated on Route 63 between Houston and Cabool, in Texas County, from Cloverdale Road to Orchard Road. A […]
  Daniel Williams
• Dan Singletary honored with Missouri Institute of Cooperatives Hall of Fame award November 8, 2025
  Recently, Dan Singletary was inducted into the Cooperative Hall of Fame, an award from The Missouri Institute of Cooperatives (MIC). As a member-focused organization, MIC is driven by the mission to empower cooperatives and strengthen their impact. They strive to create a collaborative environment where ideas are shared, knowledge is exchanged, and best practices are […]
  Daniel Williams
• Sharp County Sheriff Announces Shop With A Hero Event November 8, 2025
  ASH FLAT, Ark. – The Sharp County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for its annual “Shop With A Hero” event, set to take place on Saturday, December 13, at 8 a.m. in the Walmart garden center in Ash Flat. The program pairs local children with law enforcement officers and first responders for a holiday shopping experience […]
  Quinn Ziliak
• Baxter Health Welcomes James Day, MD, to Cardiothoracic Surgery Program November 8, 2025
  (This article comes from Texas County Memorial Hospital.) Baxter Health is pleased to welcome James Day, MD, to our cardiothoracic surgery program. With the addition of Dr. Day and the continued excellence of current providers Natalie Ostro, MD, F. Michael Bauer, MD, and G. Phillip Schoettle, MD, Baxter Health further strengthens its commitment to delivering […]
  Daniel Williams
• West Plains Students Named to Missouri All-State Choir November 8, 2025
  From West Plains High School: Congratulations to Edson Ford and Camden Roberts on being selected for the Missouri All-State Choir! This is one of the most prestigious honors a high school vocalist can achieve, and we couldn’t be prouder! The rigorous audition process includes several rounds featuring a classical solo, sight reading, and a quartet performance. […]
  James Hurtt
• Grizzles Face Down Blackhawks November 8, 2025
  The MSU-West Plains Grizzlies faced off against the Burlington Blackhawks on Friday, with the Grizzlies taking a loss at the end of a long, defensive game. The Grizzlies fell behind early in the game, and never quite recovered in this match between old rivals. The half-time score of the match marked 28 to 23 in […]
  Daniel Williams
• Walter Ziba Barnard, Sr. November 7, 2025
  Graveside services for Walter Ziba Barnard, Sr., 87, Pomona, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Dry Creek Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.  Mr. Barnard passed away at 5:47 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Castlewood Assisted Living, Nixa, Missouri. He was born September 13, 1938, in […]
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