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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.
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.

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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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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Associated Press Georgia Daybook for Friday, Jul. 11.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover.Please …
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 …
Associated Press Georgia Daybook for Thursday, Jul. 10.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to cover.Please …
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. …
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

Associated Press Georgia Daybook for Wednesday, Jul. 09.The daybook is for planning purposes only and is not intended for publication or broadcast. You should verify any event you plan to …
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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.
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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.

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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