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South Fork Elementary students and staff express thanks to Silver Springs for their support of their annual St. Jude Children's Research Hospital fundraiser. The company, which operates an RV park and storage unit rentals and manages properties including Silver Belle Suites vacation rentals, donated a Yeti cooler to be given away by random drawing. From left, West Plains R-7 Athletic Director Dr. Ashley Cooley; students Esme Julius, Hynlee Hunter, Layna Borgman, Briar Turner and Kasen Brown; and Silver Springs employees Chelsea Brawley and Jill Eldringhoff.
Silver Springs donates Yeti cooler to South Fork fundraiser
Bakersfield School is the recipient of a Samsung technology prize package valued at $12,000, including Samsung Galaxy Book and a Galaxy Z Flip to use in the production of a video to promote its S.T.E.M. project, "Tactile Astronomy." The school is one of 50 state winners in the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition for students’ "Tactile Astronomy" project, and will advance to a national finalist competition with a chance to win a top prize of $100,000. From left are seventh grade project team members Micaela Williams, Allie Hollingshad, Natalie Durham and Ysabella Tello, and their instructor Jodi Burns.
Bakersfield School named state winner in Samsung STEM contest
Bakersfield School has been named one of 50 state winners in the 15th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition, and received a Samsung technology package valued at $12,000, including a Samsung Galaxy Book and a Galaxy Z Flip to use for the production of a three-minute pitch video. The video must demonstrate how S.T.E.M. is being applied to address the community issue outlined in the student team's activity plans. more
Free tax assistance available to seniors
SeniorAge offers a free Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program at the West Plains Senior Center, 415 E. Main. The program offers tax filing help, by appointment, to people who are age 60 or older. more
High school students invited to register for annual welding contest
Area high school juniors and seniors participating in welding training programs are invited to register for Missouri State University-West Plains’ annual welding competition. more
Lambs for the Lord Daycare in Willow Springs announces it is marking a significant milestone: 20 years of providing a safe, nurturing environment for children to thrive. Through the daycare’s 20-year journey, staff say they have been honored to care for hundreds of young lives and work collaboratively with their families. “The daycare is committed to offering a loving, Godly atmosphere that promotes emotional, social and spiritual growth, and is thankful for the trust placed in them by the community,” said Childcare Director Chantel North. Lambs for the Lord is state licensed to care for children 2 years and older, participates in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and accepts Child Care Subsidy administered by hte Family Support Division. It is located in First General Baptist Church, 2507 Railroad Drive, Willow Springs. Call 417-469-1179 or follow @LFTLDAYCARE on Facebook for more information. Trained staff wearing T-shirts made by Jaci Morris are, from left, North, Cheyenne Williams, Angela Luton and Morgan Bell.
Lambs for the Lord Daycare marks 20 years
The congregation of St. Paul Lutheran Church in West Plains donated nonperishable food items and hygiene products to the Martha Vance Samaritan Outreach Center to assist in its goal of providing food, shelter, clothing and other services to the unhoused community. Samaritan Outreach, 715 Missouri Ave. in West Plains, serves daily hot meals to all and is a homeless shelter that connects residents with employment and other resources for placement in permanent housing. To learn more about Samaritan Outreach or to donate, call 417-257-7792 or email soc711@centurylink.net. From left: St. Lutheran congregation members Betty Drinnon, Lynn Bentele and John Burgdorf with Samaritan Outreach Center Administrator Lori Concepcion.
St. Paul Lutheran donates to Samaritan Outreach
Jane Bailey receives the Citizen of the Year Award from son John Bailey.
Willow Springs Chamber awards banquet something to 'taco bout'
The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce held its 2025 awards banquet on Saturday at Pine Meadows Venue, catered by Leslie’s Catering. The theme for this year’s banquet was “Taco ‘Bout Willow Springs” and tables were sprinkled with historical trivia about the city. The menu featured a taco bar. more
Ozarka College in Melbourne, Ark., welcomes Fulton County resident Amber Lee as a new accountant for its Finance Department. We are thrilled to welcome Amber to the Ozarka finance department," said Kelly Cowan, Ozarka College business manager. "Her skill set will be a valuable asset to both the Finance Department and the College." A native of Salem, Ark., Lee earned an Associate of Arts degree from Ozarka College. “I am incredibly excited to be part of the Ozarka College team and to have the opportunity to serve and support our amazing students,” she shared. “I look forward to contributing to their success and making a positive impact on our community.”
Lee joins Ozarka Finance Department
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New leadership named at WP Coca-Cola branch
Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company announces new leadership roles at its West Plains branch. more
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Junior Stewart retires from Community First board
The Community First Banking Company Board of Directors has announced that after 27 years, Clyde Stewart, Jr., has retired as an active board director and been named director emeritus. more
The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Cub Club Daycare a new daycare facility at 308 S. Harris St. in Willow Springs. “This new facility will fill a large need in our area for daycare,” shared chamber Director Kim McCormick. “Owner Alisa Altermatt has created a bright, inviting, safe place for children to grow, learn and thrive. She currently has openings available. We are excited to welcome this much-needed business to our community!” Holding the ribbon are day care attendees Dollie, left, and Daxton, and Altermatt is holding the scissors. They are joined, from left, by McCormick, staff member Eva Hale, chamber board President Mary Aye and staff member Sage Mitalovich, standing behind more daycare participants.
Willow Chamber welcomes new daycare
The City Beautification Award for 2024 was presented to, from left, Al and Mila Kharitonov during the Grater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce annual awards ceremony Thursday evening at the West Plains Civic Center. At right is chamber board Chair Eric Gibson. The award was presented to the couple by Melody Hubbell of Ozarks Healthcare, who said what the Kharitonovs have done for West Plains isn't just about renovating buildings or improving facades, but building a stronger and more effective community. The original story about the awards ceremony was published in Saturday's paper. Continue watching the Quill for more photos.
2024 WP Chamber award recipients
The Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award went to the West Plains Public Library and its manager, Dr. Greg Carter. Chamber Chair Eric Gibson presented the award to Carter. He said the library has embraced the arts with local art displays, and forged relationships with the West Plains Council on the Arts and the Missouri Humanities Council. The library's summer youth program saw a near-40% increase in participation, with additional sessions added to accommodate growing demand. In 2024, the library’s membership grew by 27% and saw an increase of nearly 60% in program attendance. Not counting special events, the library set a record attendance of 55,000 people, and saw 33,000 individual wire sessions and 6,000 logins to public computers. In addition, it has doubled private donations from $17,000 to $32,000. Watch the Quill next week for more photos from the event.
WP library among recipients of 2024 chamber awards
Recognizing those who go above and beyond to boost the community, the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce presented its annual awards ceremony Thursday at the West Plains Civic Center.  more
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MU Extension 'Growing Success' webinar series aims to support food, farm entrepreneurs
Small-scale food and farm entrepreneurs face unique challenges with business planning and marketing. To help meet these needs, University of Missouri Extension is launching “Growing Success: Marketing and Business Development for Small Farms.” Running throughout March, the evening webinar series is designed to equip attendees with practical skills and resources for success. more
Feb. 8 fundraiser festival aims to 'Move Wages Downtown'
Wages Brewing Company, West Plains Underground and the Avenue Theatre are teaming up to host the Move Wages Downtown Music & Beer Fest from 2 to 10 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Avenue Theatre, 307 Washington Ave. more
Allan Brinkman, certified professional accountant, is the newest partner to join Welch, Couch & Company at its firm in East Towne Village Shopping Center in West Plains. He has been with the firm since 2018.
Welch, Couch & Company welcomes new co-owner
Welch, Couch & Company officials say they are excited to announce the addition of Allen Brinkman, certified professional accountant, as a new owner in the firm. more
Tax preparation services available in West Plains
Need help making sense of this year’s tax forms? Here’s a roundup of tax service providers in West Plains: more
Sloan to lead QuickBooks Online workshop
The Ozarks Small Business Incubator, 408 Washington Ave. is set to host its first skills-based workshop of the year: QuickBooks Online for Business will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 12. more
OzSBI to kick off 2025 LaunchU in February
Prospective entrepreneurs dreaming of starting their own businesses, and current business owners looking to grow their success are invited to participate in the Ozarks Small Business Incubator’s Launch *, a nine-week, hands-on training course for aspiring and early-stage business owners. more
The City of West Plains has planned a power outage from 11 p.m. tonight to about 12:30 a.m. Friday in the area marked in red on this map. A utility pole is being replaced, officials said.
Planned power outage to impact part of West Plains tonight
The City of West Plains has announced there will be a planned power outage for part of town beginning at 11 p.m. today, Thursday, and estimated to last about 90 minutes. more
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