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• Featured Pet of The Day- Buck February 24, 2026
  FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Meet Buck! A 2-year old, Shephard & Labrador Retriever Mix who is available for adoption through The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas. Buck has a curious nose and a brave heart and is always ready to play. Most of all he is ready for a place outside of the […]
  Dylan Groves
• Pink Out Fundraiser a Huge Success February 24, 2026
  This year’s Pink Out Night set a new fundraising record, bringing in $33,873.87 to support local cancer care — the highest total in the event’s 13‑year history. Organizers say the milestone reflects the generosity and spirit of the West Plains community. West Plains Bank and Trust Company served as the headlining sponsor, joined by numerous […]
  James Hurtt
• Christian County Sheriff Makes Formal Announcement on Deceased Officers in Recent Blue Alert February 24, 2026
  Ozark, MO. – Two deputies from the Christian County Sheriff’s Office have lost their lives in a recent Blue Alert event that took place yesterday. The official announcement will be released below, unedited. It is with the heaviest of hearts that we mourn the loss of two of our own — Deputy Gabriel Ramirez and Deputy […]
  Daniel Williams
• Clara Marie Doss February 24, 2026
  Clara Marie Doss, 85, Pomona, Missouri, passed away at 8:20 a.m., Saturday, February 21, 2026 at West Vue Nursing Center. She was born September 23, 1940, at West Plains, Missouri, to Leo Truman Doss and Fern Harriet Rider Doss.  Clara was a veteran, having served in the United States Army.  She worked at many jobs, […]
  Administrator
• March Proclaimed Shop Local Month in Willow Springs February 24, 2026
  The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce and the City of Willow Springs are proud to announce that March has officially been proclaimed Shop Local Month in Willow Springs. The proclamation was signed by Willow Springs Mayor, Adam Webb at the February City Council meeting, recognizing the vital role local businesses play in strengthening the community […]
  James Hurtt
• Presentation on Deadliest Tornado in US History to Take Place Tonight February 24, 2026
  West Plains, MO. – As we enter into the end of February and get into the shifting weather patterns of March and April, we’ll begin to approach tornado season within the Ozarks. While there is plenty of evidence of recent tornadoes in the area, it’s important to consider the patterns of the past as well. Tonight […]
  Daniel Williams
• ACW The Show Wrestling to Benefit CASA This Saturday Night February 24, 2026
  ACW The Show is back in West Plains once again to help the 37th CASA this Saturday night February 28th at the West Plains Middle School FEMA building. This action packed event will have you on your feet as the stars of ACW will be putting on a memorable event. Get your tickets now at […]
  James Hurtt
• Howell County Proposition 1 on April Ballot February 24, 2026
  𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 Proposition 1 asks voters to repeal the existing 1/2 cent capital improvement tax and replace it with a 1/2 cent sales tax. The original capital improvement tax restricted spending to road materials, culverts and contracted improvements for the county’s Road and Bridge Department. The new proposal would replace the 2017 […]
  James Hurtt
• Licking Man Arrested on Drug and Weapon Charges After Texas County Crash February 24, 2026
  A Texas County man was arrested Saturday night after a single‑vehicle crash led troopers to discover a firearm, syringes, and suspected methamphetamine, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol probable cause statement. Troopers were dispatched around 9:42 p.m. to Route AT near Buffalo Road, where the reporting party said the driver had fled the crashed […]
  James Hurtt
• The Blue Alert Has Been Cancelled Suspect Deceased (UPDATE) February 24, 2026
  Update: From the Wright County Sheriff’s Department: The BLUE ALERT previously posted has been cancelled. The suspect is deceased following an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement.   Tragically, a total of two deputies were killed in the line of duty, and two additional deputies were injured during this incident. This is a devastating loss […]
  Dylan Groves