The Ozark Small Business Incubator celebrated a milestone year in 2024, with record-breaking numbers on its Economic Impact Report, officials announced.  In 2024, officials said, OzSBI … more

Spring is in the air which means it’s planting time! We have several vendors with vegetables and herbs, including strawberry plants, to help you get your garden started and more plant varieties … more

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 … more

Where did March go? These months seem to pass by faster every year. Just maybe, I'll be a bit ahead for Easter.  With that in mind, I've had this recipe saved on Facebook for months, just … more

Brothers Torrey and Trett Albin, both of West Plains, recently won a chili cookoff in Springfield, much to their surprise.  Trett and wife Rachel own AKOS Solutions insurance agency and … more

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently dedicated a new building in Mtn. View. The new location, formerly the Duncan Funeral Home, is situated at 219 N. Elm St.  The … more

There are many words we use to describe Jesus: Lord, Messiah, Redeemer, Savior.  In Luke 2:10-11 we read that the angel said to the shepherds, “Do not be afraid; for see – I am … more

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the medical professionals at the John J. Pershing U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center want veterans to understand the importance of … more

Ozarks Healthcare has continued its stated commitment to community health through early detection and prevention. In an effort to accomplish this, its Mobile Mammography Unit will visit multiple … more

Every year around the third week of March, exciting things begin to happen at the lake. As the water warms with sunny spring days, the gizzard shad along with the white and striped bass that follow them begin their spawning runs. more

A service dog donated and trained by Locked and Loaded K9 of West Plains has been given to Shannon County Deputy Carold Roberts, Jr., in memory of U.S. Marine Corps Ssgt. Darin "Taylor" Hoover. more

On Wednesday afternoon and evening, dry conditions and high winds sparked several wildfires in the southern part of the state on private land, conservation areas, and National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service lands. Even though most of the fires were contained by Thursday morning, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) urges caution as higher-than-normal fire-danger conditions exist across most of southern Missouri. more

For youth interested in learning more about showing livestock, the University of Missouri Extension is hosting a Livestock Showmanship Clinic on Saturday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, 700 Fair Road in Ava. more

The Early-Stage Business Boot Camp, designed with aspiring entrepreneurs and new small business owners in mind, is launching its newest cohort in Ava, this spring. more

The Bridge Church, 10105 S. U.S. 63, will hold an old-fashion gospel sing at 6 p.m. Sunday. The services will consist of songs requested by the audience. more

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of colorectal screenings and early detection. Ozarks Healthcare officials say the health system is committed to educating the community about colon cancer prevention, symptoms and screening options through a special educational event in West Plains. more

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.   more