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Mtn. View man accused of assaulting police chief with bodily waste

A Mtn. View man has been charged with two felonies after allegedly defecating in his pants and throwing his feces on Mtn. View Police Chief Jamie Perkins and Cpl. Alexis Johnson.

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

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Dr. Tiffany Young, left, was one of the presenters at a reception held for Dr. Dennis Lancaster on one of his last days as chancellor, celebrating over three decades of service in various roles at Missouri State University-West Plains, in particular the expansion of programs and facilities during his last five years, as chancellor. Lancaster is seated in a rocking chair gifted to him by Friends of the Garnett Library to be used in his retirement.

Lancaster receives fond farewell after 3 decades of service

A reception was recently held to mark the retirement of recently-retired Missouri State University-West Plains Chancellor Dr. Dennis Lancaster, whose last day at the helm was June 30.

Sexual assault charges against Banks dropped

Rape and first-degree sexual abuse charges against Leonard D. Banks, 65, of Gainesville, have been dismissed by the state and Douglas County Prosecutor Matthew Weatherman, according to court records.
WILLOW SPRINGS - Rubber ducks, water guns, toys and frozen freezer pops were some of the more creative items handed out and tossed from floats during Friday’s Fourth of July parade in Willow Springs, along with the usual candy. Willow Care Nursing Home took the idea to the next level with their summer and beach themed float by also tossing small beach balls and wrapped hot dogs.

Willow Springs Fourth of July Parade

69th annual ICGMA Convention to begin July 17

The International Country Gospel Music Association is staging its biggest event of the year in West Plains, the 69 annual ICGMA Convention and Award Show.

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RAIN COLLINS

Man to appear in court July 21 on witness tampering, assault, drug cases

A man arrested in May on a charge relating to witness tampering is scheduled to appear in court July 21 on multiple cases, according to public court records.

Brandsville couple cited after domestic dispute, dangerous drive

A Brandsville couple who allegedly drove to West Plains with their three young children in to after drinking and arguing in Brandsville faces charges.

WP man charged with assaulting family member

Adam L. Latrasse, 43, West Plains, has been charged with first-degree assault after allegedly punching a family member repeatedly, resulting in multiple facial fractures and a brain bleed.

Great Plains Lookahead Digest

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FILE - This combo of images released by the Arkansas Department of Corrections shows the recapture of escaped inmate Grant Hardin, an ex-police chief and convicted killer, by Arkansas law enforcement officers and the U.S. Border Patrol, June 6, 2025, near Moccasin Creek in Izard County, about 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) northwest of Calico Rock prison. in Calico Rock, Ark. (Arkansas Department of Corrections via AP, File)

Arkansas prison employees fired after 'Devil in the Ozarks' escape

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Two employees at an Arkansas prison where an inmate known as the “Devil in the Ozarks” escaped have been fired for policy violations, corrections officials said …
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FILE - A basketball with a March Madness logo is seen going through a net prior to a second round of the NCAA college basketball tournament between Notre Dame and Michigan, March 23, 2025, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/John Mersits, File)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The NCAA on Friday named the 2026-27 chairs of the NCAA Division I men’s and women’s basketball committees and a plan to announce the top 16 seeds for the women's tournament …
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee State is delaying the inaugural season of its men’s hockey program by a year as the school addresses financial issues associated with launching the program. …
Barrett-Jackson is bringing The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions to Columbus, Ohio, June 25-27, 2026, at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 10, 2025--Barrett-Jackson ( https://www.barrett-jackson.com/ ), announced today the company is bringing The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions to …

Colorado coach Deion Sanders declines to address health issues at Big 12 media days

FILE - Colorado head coach Deion Sanders takes the field during an NCAA college football spring game, Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Boulder, Colo. (AP PhotoJack Dempsey, File)
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Deion Sanders declined to address any of his health issues when he took the podium at Big 12 football media days Wednesday after being away from Colorado. “I'm not here …

Georgia Daybook

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ACADEMIC BRIEFS

Caulfield resident named to McPherson College honor roll
Judy Stewart, Eminence, was recognized at the recent Missouri state convention of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society, presented a certificate honoring her 40 years of service to the organization and its local Xi Chapter.

Judy Stewart recognized for 40 years with DKG

The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Missouri state convention was recently held in Columbia. DKG is a professional society for women educators.
Each month of the growing season, the Mtn. View Garden Club has judges who travel the city of Mtn. View searching for the yard that begs to be visited and chosen as the current Yard of the Month. The yard and patio recognized in May belongs to Petra Stoops at 307 N. Marr St. “Her yard and flower beds are neat and well maintained, with the trees being freshly mulched,” wrote club member Robi Tanner, who shared this photo. “The flower beds around the house are artfully filled with geraniums, surprise lilies, irises, purple columbine, peonies, hostas, Shasta daisies, red roses and dianthus. The patio greets you with two large colorful flowers hanging from the patio railing. It's a delightful place to relax, barbecue and entertain guests. She has filled it with decorative planters of lemongrass and citronella that help keep the mosquitos away, as well as yellow petunias, a variegated spider plant, marigolds, a wandering Jew and vegetable starts. She has recently planted a brandywine maple in the front yard. A redbud tree joins the large oak and elm trees throughout the yard that provide shade during our hot summers. Please take a few minutes to drive up Marr to enjoy her yard.”

Petra Stoops recognized for Yard of the Month

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May 6 meeting
Storm Edward Estes and Jaysa JoyAnn Jenkins were united in marriage on May 31, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Van Buren. Storm is the son of Carl and Laura Estes of Chaffee, and Jaysa is the daughter of Randal and Kelly Jenkins of Van Buren. Grandparents of the groom are the late Carl and Joyce Estes, and the late Clarence and Anna May Halter. Grandparents of the bride are the late Judy and Chuck Jackson, and Joyce and the late Glen Jenkins. Storm is employed at Drury Hotels as a technician. Jaysa is a teacher and coach at Oran High School in Oran. Following a honeymoon in the Ozarks, the couple is at home in Chaffee, Scott County.

Estes-Jenkins nuptials celebrated

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Peppers: Easter eggs of the garden

Bearing fruit ranging in color from red, orange and yellow to purple, white and chocolate-black, sweet peppers are the Easter eggs of the vegetable garden, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.

July 23 Horsemen’s webinar looks at toxic weeds

A free University of Missouri webinar series dealing with topics that affect horse owners is underway.
Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company has promoted Scott Dangler to load crew manager at the company’s West Plains branch, officials announced. Dangler has dedicated 10 years to the organization, previously serving as a mid-shift order builder. Dangler and his family reside in Mtn. Grove. Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company is a fourth-generation, family-owned bottler operating in Missouri for 105 years. Founded by the Rice family in 1920, Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper products are manufactured in Springfield, with sales and distribution branches in southern Missouri and northwest Arkansas.

Ozarks Coca-Cola promotes Scott Dangler

Amanda Zitter, branch manager for FNBC’s Mtn. Grove office, has expanded her leadership responsibilities to include oversight of the West Plains retail team, announced officials with the bank, based in Ash Flat, Ark. Zitter joined the FNBC team in 2022 with the acquisition of two Missouri branches. She brought with her a background in community banking, having previously served as teller, universal banker and branch assistant. She has led the Mtn. Grove retail team since 2020. In her expanded role, said officials, she will lead the retail teams in West Plains and Mtn. Grove, working closely with Julie Davis, vice president of retail operations, and Missouri Community President Zack Lashley to support deposit growth, enhance product and service delivery and ensure operational efficiency across both locations. “Amanda has demonstrated leadership and commitment to her customers and community,” said Davis. “She is an experienced banker and we’re confident she will continue to make a positive impact as she takes on this expanded role.” Zitter lives in Mtn. View with her husband Travis and their three children.

Zitter promoted to branch manager for FNBC’s Missouri market

West Plains R-7 School District officials extend their congratulations to Guidance Counselor Amy Barlow, left, recipient of the district’s Above and Beyond Award. “Since joining the West Plains High School team last year, Mrs. Barlow has quickly stepped into a leadership role, building a supportive, positive environment for both students and staff,” explained Communications Director Lana Snodgras. “Her dedication to student success, tireless work ethic and commitment to her team have made a lasting impact. Whether guiding students through their next steps or staying late to support her peers, Mrs. Barlow consistently goes above and beyond. We’re proud to recognize her outstanding service.” With Barlow is high school Principal Ryan Smith.

Amy Barlow recognized for going ‘Above and Beyond’

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Dr. David Benalcazar

Honoring the dedication and impact of our physicians

On National Doctors’ Day, March 30, Ozarks Healthcare is proud to celebrate the dedication, compassion and hard work of its team of physicians. From providing exceptional patient care to …

Disaster relief group arrives; CFO opens fund to help

Officials with the Howell County Emergency Operations announced the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief Team is working in Howell County this week.
These two houses near Highway 17 south of West Plains are among those that show the signs of damage attributed to strong thunderstorm winds by the National Weather Service Storm Survey Team. The winds occurred during a Friday night storm that produced the confirmation of two tornadoes in the area, an EF-1 that touched down near Rover in Oregon County, and an EF-3 that touched down in Gamaliel, Ark., traveled through Bakersfield in Ozark County, and lifted up near South Fork in Howell County.

Storm damage

Friday night storms indirectly lead to stolen truck’s recovery

A series of unlikely coincidences set in motion by Friday night’s storms, which are being called "divine intervention,” led to the recovery of a stolen pickup truck just hours after it went missing.
Timber Craft Creations, owned by Ben Mapes, joins the "Go Farm" Farmers Market this Saturday with his handcrafted woodwork including planter boxes, windmills, wishing wells, stepstools and condiment carries.

‘GO FARM’ FARMERS MARKET: Warm weather brings new vendors every week

As the weather warms up, we have more vendors back and new vendors coming in every week. Ben Mapes, owner of Timber Craft Creations, joins the market this Saturday with his handcrafted woodwork including planter boxes, windmills, wishing wells, stepstools, condiment carries and so much more! Ben can also take special orders for you.  
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