A man is facing felony charges after deputies say he unlawfully entered a woman’s residence and threatened her while she slept. According to a probable cause statement from the Howell County Sheriff’s ...

The West Plains Optimist Club is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a special Duck Race Bash on July 4 at Carmical Field. The family‑friendly event runs from 1 to 3 p.m., with the duck race ...

AVA, Mo. — Highway Church of the Nazarene will host a family friendly celebration Sunday, June 28, in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The event will begin at 7 p.m. and will include food, ...

WEST PLAINS, MISSOURI- The West Plains Public Library has announced that it is one of 750 grantees selected to receive a community challenge grant from AARP’s Liveable Communities initiative as well ...

SHARP COUNTY, Ark. — The Sharp County Sheriff’s Office released its weekly incarceration report for the week of June 15 through June 22. According to Chief Deputy Kevin “Bart” Simpson, the following ...

Be careful with fireworks, campfires, and other sources of fire that could cause a wildfire. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – With holiday celebrations happening, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) ...

From the Missouri State Highway Patrol: The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC) is warning the public of a recent scam targeting residents. A growing number of ...

From the City of Willow Springs: The Willow Springs Municipal Airport will be closed for runway maintenance and marking Wednesday, June 24 through Friday, June 26, 2026.

Are you age 16 to 18 and still in High School? Have you thought about a career in the Fire Service? Do you have reliable transportation, insurance on your vehicle and a valid Missouri driver’s license ...

The Howell County Special Olympics program is hosting a community fundraiser this Saturday, offering two ways for residents to show their support. A car wash will begin at 10 a.m. at O’Reilly Auto ...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A resurfacing project on Missouri Route 32 spanning more than 46 miles is set to get underway next week. Starting Monday, June 29, 2026, construction crews working with the ...

Thayer City Hall, courtesy of the City of Thayer Facebook page. Thayer, MO. – Two City meetings have been scheduled for next month in Thayer, where citizen input has been requested. The first of these ...