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OZH Foundation Welcomes White to board
The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation has welcomed Brian White as the newest member of its board of directors. A longtime member of the West Plains community, White brings decades of leadership and … more
OzSBI reports EPIC success
The Ozarks Small Business Incubator hosted EPIC: Farm to Fork in the Ozarks, its annual National Small Business Week celebration, on May 8. About 70 people attended and networked with speakers and … more
Ramona Heiney-State Farm Insurance will celebrate 10 years in business on May 30, and invites the community to come help celebrate. Festivities start at 9 a.m., with a Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting at the office, 1024 Porter Wagoner Blvd. in West Plains. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. the business will partner with the Chick-Fil-A food truck to host an event at Tractor Supply, 1564 U.S. 160 in West Plains. Customers and non-customers are invited. To kick off the celebration, the first 100 sandwiches will be free, with a limit of one per customer. There will also be giveaways and a photo op in State Farm’s giant inflatable chair. “But what makes this event even more special is our commitment to giving back to the community,” said Heiney. “We're proud to announce a $500 donation to the Rotary Backpack Program, and we'll match up to another $500 in community donations.” Donations will be accepted at the event. From left, employees Addi Luna, Abbey Hicks, Heiney and Brittany Diamond.
Ramona Heiney-State Farm celebrates 10 years
Temple’s works on display at OzSBI
Through June, local artist Cindy Temple’s artwork is featured on the first floor of the Ozarks Small Business Incubator, 408 Washington Ave, thanks to a partnership between OzSBI and the West … more
New state newsletter tracks tariffs, jobs, consumer sentiment
Missouri Director of Economic Research Jeff Pinkerton has announced the launch of a monthly newsletter regarding the state’s economic health and development and national trends.  … more
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Willow Chamber to host tea in June
The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce will hold a “Fiercely Feminine” Mother-Daughter Tea event in June, with guest speakers Becky and Anna Bradley of Mini Mosaic Acre farm. … more
Students from the Southern Missouri Technical Institute’s welding program made a clean sweep at the recent Missouri State University-West Plains High School Welding Contest, claiming the top four spots in the competition. “These standout performances highlight the strength of SoMoTech’s skilled trades programs and the bright futures of these aspiring welders,” West Plains R-7 School District officials said, extending their congratulations to the winners, from left: Jaren Rutledge, fourth place; Andrew Jackson, third place; Hoyt Weisbrod, first place; and Kamdyn Ming, second place.
SoMoTech welding students make clean sweep
Mulberry Home is now a member of the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce and recently celebrated with a ribbon cutting attended by friends, family and other chamber members. The shop stocks jewelry, cosmetics, décor, kitchenware, baby items and party supplies. Owner Adonia Menz is pictured front and center holding the giant scissors used to cut the ceremonial ribbon. It is located at 1431 Preacher Roe Blvd. next to Edward Jones and Los Amigos, open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Call 417-249-1431.
WP Chamber welcomes Mulberry Home with ceremony
“Gift-giving is a powerful way to nurture and deepen relationships,” said Adonia Menz, owner of new Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce member Mulberry Home. “It goes … more
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Wood & Huston Bank of West Plains was a $250 contributor to local fundraising efforts to find a cure and treatments for cystic fibrosis. The donation was made in support of the 37th annual Cystic Fibrosis Concert that ultimately raised $79,000. Front row, from left: Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains volunteer Jessica Joice-Frazier, Wood & Huston Bank employees Ashley Young and Ashlynn Waggoner, and Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Katlyn Johnson. Back row: Wood & Huston Bank employees Zoe Mahoney, Karen Eggert, Belinda Kuntz and Kent Kelley, and Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Lois Frazier.
Wood & Huston contributes to CF cause
The West Plains Senior Center/SeniorAge Area Agency on Aging received an urgent-need grant of $2,900 in August 2024. The funds went toward a three-door commercial refrigerator. “We are so grateful to partner with Ozarks Food Harvest on this project,” said center Director Joy Pace. “Since we had a growing number of older adults coming into the center, we served even more desserts and needed more space to store those yummy desserts.”
Senior center gets new fridge with grant
Mooneyham Farms will have hot cross buns at Saturday's "GO FARM" Farmer's Market.
Shop for Easter rain or shine
It’s Easter Weekend and, rain or shine, all our regular vendors will be at the market for you with just about everything you will need for your Easter celebration with family and … more
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Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative, represented by General Manager and CEO Dan Singletary, center, has donated $500 toward the West Plains Noon Rotary Club Backpack Program fundraiser. Tickets to a giveaway drawing to win a cruise and flights for two are being sold to help raise money for the program, which provides meals for school children on long weekends and over school breaks. They can be purchased at www.rafflecreatorcom/pages/45929/noon-rotary-cruise-fundraser-raffle. With Singletary are Noon Rotary Club members Greg Carter, left, and Ramona Heiney.
HOEC donates toward Rotary Backpack Program
OzSBI to present Quickbooks Online for Business in Ava
The Ozarks Small Business Incubator will host QuickBooks Online for Business from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 29 at The Board Room in Ava. New and established businesses alike are invited to learn … more
Show Me Green Sales Tax Holiday kicks off April 19
The Show Me Green Sales Tax Holiday returns this spring giving Missourians the opportunity to save money on select purchases while stimulating economic activity in the state, announce officials with … more
West Plains Bank & Trust is a $500 sponsor of the upcoming Christos House Chocolate Festival fundraiser. It's the 20th year for the event, to be held from noon to 4 p.m. May 10 at First United Methodist Church, 503 W. Main St. Chocolatiers are encouraged to whip up batches of chocolate treats in the categories of cakes, cookies, candy, pies, and "wild card." Entry forms may be found online at christoshousemo.org/events and are due May 2. Christos House is a nonprofit emergency shelter and service provider for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Howell and Oregon, Carter, Shannon, Texas, Wright, Douglas and Ozark counties. From left: Christos House Office Manager Nicholas Haring, Resale Shop Store Manager Amber McFarland, Christos House Executive Director Kelli Neel, Board Member Barb Linville and Outreach Advocates Brenda Lewis and Kenya Cook.
WP Bank sponsors May 10 Chocolate Festival
Ozarka College officials in Melbourne, Ark., announce the recent appointment of Amber Rush to the position of vice president of Finance. Rush rejoins the Ozarka team after having worked as a member of the University of Arkansas System finance team, playing a critical role in the onboarding of systemwide integration software. Prior to that role, Rush served as Ozarka’s controller until 2021. “We are thrilled to have Amber back at Ozarka,” said Dr. Josh Wilson, Ozarka College president. “Amber brings a wealth of knowledge in higher education finance coupled with a sincere passion for helping Ozarka students. I look forward to serving with Amber in the years to come in this critical role for our College. Welcome back, Amber!” "I’m honored to join the Ozarka College team as Vice President of Finance," Rush shared. " I look forward to collaborating with our staff and community to ensure financial stability and growth that directly supports our students' success." A native of Viola, Ark. Rush earned a master’s in business administration from Arkansas Tech University, a Bachelor of Accounting from Arkansas State University, and an associate degree from ASU-Mtn. Home.
Rush returns to Ozarka as VP for finance
White Industries congratulates Tim Whittington, left, on his recent retirement. Whittington had been with White Industries for over 30 years and was an extremely valuable and reliable employee. “His dedication to our business and the success of his leadership as production manager, is beyond compare,” said company officials. “He has been a leader, mentor and friend to many of us over the years. His many achievements throughout his career are a testament to his talent and achievements. Although Tim’s retirement at the end of March was a great loss for White Industries, Inc., we wish him all the very best in this new chapter of his life and the opportunity to spend more time with his loved ones and pursuing his passions. He will be deeply missed.” Presenting him with an engraved gun in recognition of his years of service is Mike White, owner of the business.
Whittington retires from White Industries
MSU-WP employee among recent SBDC awardees
The team of business consultants from efactory's Missouri Small Business Development Center at Missouri State University in Springfield received multiple recognitions at the recent annual University … more
The Ozarks Small Business Incubator has welcomed a new tenant, Jeannette Donohue, a certified professional accountant with Abilitax Accounting Services. With over 16 years of public accounting experience, Donohue provides expert tax filing, tax planning and accounting services, delivering personalized financial solutions for people and businesses, said officials. Her expertise includes payroll, sales tax, financial statements, farm taxes, rental properties, estate planning and fiduciary needs. Donohue is currently accepting new clients. To learn more about how she can assist with accounting needs, visit Abilitax Accounting Services at 408 Washington Ave, Suite 108, West Plains, or call 417-274-4279.
Abilitax Accounting Services joins incubator
Mindel Family Foundation awards $7.5K to Chaos Closet
The Chaos Closet, a resource for foster families serving the 37th Judicial Circuit, has received a boost in the form of a $7,500 grant intended to be used specifically to benefit older youth in care. … more
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