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ASU announces fall dean’s, chancellor’s list students

Students on the honors lists for fall 2023 at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro have been announced. The lists recognize undergraduate students who achieved the highest grade-point averages while enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours of study at A-State. more

2/19/24

Richards School names students to second quarter honor roll

HONOR ROLL more

2/19/24

“This big guy has lots of love to give,” says West Plains Regional Animal Shelter volunteer Trish Hammen of this orange tabby cat. “We named him Rocky because he looks tough but he is a marshmallow. Rocky was found near a car wash here in West Plains.” The cat is estimated to be between 3 and 4 years old, and is neutered and vaccinated. The fee to adopt a cat is $45. Hammen also has updates regarding construction of the new shelter facility on the grounds at 1486 BB Highway: “The new shelter building is coming along and hopefully will be ready in the spring. We are still needing donations to make sure we get everything we need. The  price of building materials has doubled from last year. Thank you to all who have already donated.” To learn more about adopting or donating, drop by the shelter between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays or call 417-256-8438.

Pet of the Week

2/19/24

The Lincoln School’s educational programs and events kicked off  Black History Month on Feb. 6 with a history lesson from Dr. Marlin C. Barber, senior history instructor at Missouri State University, left. According to Barber’s bio, he has been at MSU since 2012 and his specialty is in 19th century Black American history and slavery. The next Black History Month program at the Lincoln School, 1400 E. Pony Thomas St. in West Plains, is set for 5:30 p.m. Thursday. The featured speaker will be associate history professor Dr. Jason McCollom, MSU-West Plains. The monthlong events will round out by screening the classic film, “The Wiz,” an adaptation of “The Wizard of Oz” featuring an all-star cast of African American artists including Michael Jackson, Diana Ross and Nipsey Russell, at 5 p.m. Feb. 29. For more information, to participate in future educational programs and events or to book a program at the Lincoln School, contact Crockett Oaks III at info@lincolnschools.com or 281-706-3420. With Barber, from left, are Ozark Spring Chapter members of the Daughters of the American Revolution Rebekah McKinney, Bethany Cowen, Lois Frazier and Jessica Joice-Frazier, and Oaks.

Lincoln School kicks off Black History Month with lesson

2/19/24

Turnbull family benefit supper and auction is Feb. 24

A benefit auction and chili supper to benefit the family of the late Toby Turnbull will be held at 5 p.m. Feb. 24 in the the Dora School cafeteria and gym. more

2/17/24

NASA solar space ambassador to speak at March rock club meeting

To enhance our visual understanding of the April 8 eclipse, the Spring River Gem & Mineral Club (SRGMC) will host a solar presentation by Dr. David Thomas at 10 a.m. March 1 at Thunderbird Center, 62 N. Lakeshore Road in Cherokee Village, Ark. more

By Mary Kocz, Publicity Director, Spring River Gem & Mineral Club | 2/16/24

March 2 DAR program to feature folk art, Americana

At the Ozark Spring, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution monthly meeting planned for 1 p.m. March 2, Valerie Wilson Coleman of Taneycomo will give a presentation on the American Folk Art exhibit displayed at the DAR Museum in Washington, D.C. more

2/16/24

McCallian campaign for 8th District seat kicks off Feb. 24 at Piney River

A campaign kickoff event for Randi McCallian, who has declared her intention to file to run as a Democratic candidate for Missouri’s 8th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at Piney River Brewery, 15194 Walnut Grove Drive, Bucyrus in Texas County. more

2/15/24

The Strickland sisters, Virgie McCannon, left, and Leona Hope Heselton, right, recently celebrated their birthdays together at Pizza Ranch in Hull, Iowa. Both were born in February, they shared: Heselton on Feb. 1, and McCannon on Feb. 5. The sisters were born and raised in West Plains, where Heselton still resides.

Strickland sisters reunite for shared birthday celebration

2/15/24

MSU-Springfield announces fall graduates

Missouri State University awarded 1,417 degrees to students in fall 2023: more

2/15/24

Front row, from left: Atley Woods, who placed in the top five; Crystal Edwards; Lilly Quarles, top five; Kaden Vardell; Kylie Forrester, top five; Ashlee Jackson; and Brooklyn Leonard, top five. Second row: Brendon Spencer, Michael Cali and Corwin Mullins; Mitchel Nelson, top five; Lilly Tucker; and top five placers Curtis Stockle, Adeline Cypret, Savannah Jackson, Hailey Gorham, Leah Quarles and Jaycelyn Wright. Back row: Skylar McDaniel, Dirk Deckard and Trenton Johnston; District 14 President Gus McFann and Jake McFann, top five; Dustin Adams; Brady Justus, top five; Brady Parker; Aidan Harvey, top five; and Jadyn Allen. Cayson Honeycutt also placed in top five.

Bobcats make strong showing at District 14 FBLA conference

Members of the Thayer High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter attended the 2024 District 14 FBLA Leadership Conference held Jan. 29 in Hartville. more

2/15/24

ACADEMIC BRIEFS

Three from West Plains named to UCM fall dean’s list more

2/13/24

From left: Breanna Shuman, $1,000 scholarship recipient; Jeff Gettys, TCMH Healthcare Foundation director; and Jaydra Johnson, $1,000 scholarship recipient.

TCMH Healthcare Foundation awards spring scholarships

The Texas County Memorial Hospital Healthcare Foundation in Houston has awarded two $1,000 scholarships to assist area students with their educational costs for the spring 2024 semester. more

2/12/24

Town hall meeting on aging planned for March 21

A town hall meeting, “Let’s Talk About Social Issues,” will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 21 at the West Plains Senior Center, 416 E. Main St. more

2/12/24

Reminder: Town hall meeting on aging is March 21

Officials with the Senior Age Area Agency on Aging and West Plains Senior Center remind the public that a town hall meeting, “Let’s Talk About Social Issues,” will be held at 1:30 p.m. March 21 at the senior center, 416 E. Main St. more

2/12/24

Public invited to share history at Dent, Shannon county events

The Dent County Historical Society has dedicated Saturday as a to allow people to explore or share history. more

2/12/24

‘Becoming a Better Borrower’ aims to help unlock funding secrets

Finding funding is a hurdle for many small businesses. Officials with the Missouri Small Business Development Center in West Plains and the Ozarks Small Business Incubator will host a free workshop designed to demystify the borrowing process and unlock a world of financial possibilities for both new and existing businesses. more

2/12/24

Fulton Co. Fair spring flea market plans underway

The Fulton County Fair Association is accepting vendors for the 19th annual Spring Fairgrounds Flea Market on April 13 in Salem, Ark. more

2/9/24

Willow Springs High School students Caleb Martin, left, Macy Pearson, center, and Braiden Dewitt recently competed at the Mtn. Grove High School Speech and Debate Tournament. Martin earned sixth place in Humorous Interpretation, while Pearson and Dewitt made fourth place in Duo Interpretation.

Willow Springs Speech and Debate members take home ribbons

2/9/24

Drury announces fall 2023 dean's list honorees

Several area residents have earned a spot on Drury University's dean's list. The recognition means a student earned a grade point average of 3.6 or greater while carrying a full-time course load of 12 or more semester hours at Drury. more

2/9/24

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