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• Featured Pet of The Day- Copper February 10, 2026
  FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Meet Copper! An approx, 2-year-old Labrador-Retriever and Hound mix who is available for adoption through The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas. Copper is a young pup who is full of love and adventure. Every day, after spending time playing he takes a long nap and dreams about his forever […]
  Dylan Groves
• Ozark Radio Network Bridal Fair February 21st February 10, 2026
  The 30th annual bridal expo at the West Plains Civic Center is scheduled for February 21st. If you are a bride to be, so not miss this opportunity to visit with all of our amazing vendors to make your dream wedding a reality. The Expo was originally scheduled for January but due to inclement weather […]
  James Hurtt
• Free Heart-Risk Screenings in February at Ozarks Healthcare February 10, 2026
  Ozarks Healthcare is offering free heart‑risk screenings this February to help community members take proactive steps toward better heart health. Screenings include a lipid panel, glucose test, A1C, and blood pressure check. Appointments are available February 16–20 at Ozarks Healthcare primary care clinics, with a special screening event on February 18 at the Main Campus […]
  James Hurtt
• Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Local Efforts in Annual Chamber Awards February 10, 2026
  Willow Springs, MO. – The Willow springs Chamber of Commerce held their latest award ceremony, recognizing chamber members and individuals who helped enhance the local community. Categories for awards and those who won them are as follows: Community Beterment Award: Wendell Bailey Educator of the Year: Grant Talburt & Shiloh Warden Youth of the Year: Karis […]
  Daniel Williams
• 14th Annual West Plains Seed and Plant Swap Coming up in March February 10, 2026
  West Plains, MO. – A local West Plains event will be taking place early next month, giving those who attend the opportunity to get a head-start on their spring gardens. The 14th Annual West Plains Seed and Plant Swap will once again be taking place near the MU Extension Office, 1376 Bill Virdon Boulevard, West Plains. […]
  Daniel Williams
• Two Vehicle Crash North of Thayer Monday Afternoon February 10, 2026
  A 37-year-old Barnhart Missouri man sustained minor injuries in a crash on U.S. 63 two miles north of Thayer on Monday. The accident occurred when he struck a 2004 Jeep Cherokee driven by a 49-year-old West Plains man in the rear with his 2013 Toyota Rav 4. According to the Missouri State Highway patrol the […]
  James Hurtt
• Navigating Grazing During Spring Green -Up February 10, 2026
  WEST PLAINS, MO – Seeing the bright green new growth pop up in our pastures signals the end of winter and the transition into spring.  As that short green carpet starts to come up, cattle start chasing that short growth and may turn their noses up to hay they were previously eating well. However, allowing […]
  James Hurtt
• Amanda Winford, APRN, Transitioning to Baxter Health Family Clinic at Mammoth Spring and Baxter Health Fulton County Family Clinic February 10, 2026
  Baxter Health is pleased to announce that Amanda Winford, APRN, will be transitioning to Baxter Health Family Clinic at Mammoth Spring, joining the practice of Leslie Batterton, APRN, and Baxter Health Fulton County Family Clinic in Salem, joining the practice of Tara Pate, APRN. Amanda is transitioning from Baxter Health Crossroads Family Clinic in Harrison. […]
  James Hurtt
• ASP WARNS OF SURGE IN ONLINE CHILD EXPLOITATION AS SAFER INTERNET DAY HIGHLIGHTS DIGITAL RISKS February 10, 2026
  LITTLE ROCK, AR — As Safer Internet Day is observed nationwide today, the Arkansas State Police (ASP) is encouraging families to make online safety a daily priority. Preliminary 2025 data from the ASP Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force shows dramatic increases in reports of online exploitation involving Arkansas youth. 2025 Preliminary Totals (compared to 2024): […]
  James Hurtt
• Garylee has sports February 10, 2026
    Boys high school basketball scores from last night. Liberty defeats Bunker 59-58, Girls basketball scores from last night Liberty falls to Bunker 71-45, Hartville over Houston 56-42, Licking over Newburg 50-45,   Boys high school basketball for tonight. Mountain Grove at Ava, West Plains at Bolivar game will air on KDY 102.5. Summersville at […]
  Gary Lee