West Plains, MO. – Yesterday, the Howell County Sheriff’s Office announced they have a new deputy. Sworn in by Judge Steven Privette, Deputy Andrew Edwards will soon begin his duties with the department. He has previous experience in law enforcement via the Texas County Sheriff’s Office. The post Howell County Sheriff’s Office Swears In New Deputy […]

Winona, MO. – The City of Winona has announced that they’ve scheduled a cleanup day next month, where residents can dump their leftover household junk. A City dumpster will be placed at the City Shop, found at 8287 Elm Street from October 19th to October 25th, from 6:30am to 3pm daily. Citizens can then dump their […]

The Mountain Grove School District is gearing up for the 4th annual Mountain Grove Marching Festival, set for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Panther Stadium. Eight bands from across Missouri will perform their halftime shows in a combined competitive and educational setting, with judges evaluating music, visual performance, percussion, guard, and overall effect. Soloists […]

A Thayer man is facing a felony drug charge after police say he was found with cocaine at a convenience store early Monday morning. According to a probable cause statement, officers were called to the store on Preacher Roe Boulevard around 4:37 a.m. for a man who had been sitting in front of a gas […]

A 21‑year‑old Ellsinore woman was moderately injured in a crash Monday evening on Missouri Route A, one mile east of Ellsinore. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says her westbound 2014 Ford Edge crossed the center of the roadway and struck an eastbound 2023 Dodge Ram. The Ford was totaled and towed from the scene. The […]

From West Plains Schools: Grab a book, bring a blanket, and join us at Zizzer Stadium for a night of reading, family fun, and Zizzer spirit!   Students in preschool through eighth grade and their families are invited to join us on Thursday, October 8, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.   We can’t wait to […]

The City of Thayer has announced dates for its annual Fall Cleanup, giving residents a chance to dispose of unwanted household items at no cost. The cleanup will run October 17–25, with a roll‑off dumpster available at the city’s Street Department. City officials note that the service is for Thayer residential trash customers only, and […]

Sharon Hammond Butler, of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away on September 27, 2026, peacefully surrounded by the love of the family who meant everything to her. Born July 20, 1946, in West Plains, Missouri, to Shelby and Neva Hammond, Sharon grew up in West Plains and graduated from West Plains High School in 1964. She […]

The Howell County Sheriff’s Department Reports that scammers are calling residents in Howell County and claiming they will be arrested for missing jury duty. Some scammers are using the name of Captain Rick Fox to make the call sound legitimate. Captain Fox does work at the Howell County Sheriff’s Office, but he is not making […]

West Plains, MO. – With Dolly & Porter Days only a few days away, Terry Hampton with the West Plains Arts Alliance and Explore West Plains wants to remind the public that entries are still being taken for the Rags to Art Fiber Art Show, which will be displayed during the event.  The Rags to […]