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Elizabeth Skiles from South Howell County Ambulance recently visited West Plains Elementary preschoolers to share about her role as a first responder. The students got an up-close look at the ambulance and learned what it takes to help keep our community safe. The visit came as the students spent a week exploring the world of community helpers. As a sweet bonus, Skiles’ daughter, Emilia, shown here with her mom, left, and the rest of her class and teacher Hannah Beaulieu, right, got to see her mom in action.
WPE preschoolers get up-close look at ambulance
‘Get in the Game’: OZH, CBCO invite football fans to give blood during Friday drive
Football fans have the chance to get in the game for life and score some Kansas City Chiefs apparel at a blood drive to be held from noon to 6 p.m. Friday in the Willard Hunter Classroom at Ozarks Healthcare Parkway Center, 1211 Porter Wagoner Blvd., West Plains. more
Sweet Potato Soup with Bell Peppers and Chicken
When the weather starts to cool down, there’s nothing better than a hearty, cozy soup to warm you up from the inside out. This sweet potato soup with bell peppers and chicken is the perfect balance of savory and sweet, with a little kick to keep things interesting. It’s super easy to whip up and full of bold flavors that’ll make you want to come back for seconds (or thirds). more
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop Tart Cake
Having a newborn will keep you busy, but there are times when you absolutely have to find something to do. And sometimes, you'll be surprised what you will find on TikTok. In this case, it was something to keep you busy, while being able to have a sweet treat that you will inevitably regret eating later! more
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Planeview Farm, vendor at “Go Farm” Farmers Market, is a small family farm located in Pomona Mo. We offer eggs, soy wax melts, stovetop simmer potpourri, some knitted/crocheted items and look forward to expanding our products as we grow with the market.
“Go Farm” Farmers Market    Two New Vendors!
Come on out to the West Plains Farmers Market this Saturday for a fun-filled day of local shopping, great food, and meeting some of our amazing new vendors! We’re excited to introduce a couple of fresh faces you’ll want to check out. more
Down Home with Sue Award Winning Pumpkin Pie
We can't let October slip by without a pumpkin pie recipe, because everyone should have at least one. I admit, I favor the recipe on the canned pumpkin, it's never let me down. But, like all good things, it's always nice to try new recipes, you just might find one better or equal at least.  I found an award winning recipe for pumpkin pie that is said to convert the non- pumpkin pie eaters, so I had to share it.  And with Thanksgiving nearing, you'll have time to try it for yourselves, I sure will. The weather this week is perfect for baking too! more
Jacob Moore makes a soaring catch.
Zizzers kick the Mules in overtime
Friday night, the West Plains Zizzers traveled to Poplar Bluff and battled it out in an epic showdown against the Mules that left fans on the edge of their seats. After a nail-biting back-and-forth game, the Zizzers walked away with an overtime win, 35-28. It was a game filled with grit, determination, and some clutch plays that sealed the victory. more
Birthday Blessings, a locally-based charitable organization serving foster children of all ages in about 30 counties across Missouri, is now a member of the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce. Its signature program is birthday "kits" packed with cake ingredients, party supplies and gifts, but other donations of needed items like bedding, duffel bags and backpacks, items for older teens setting up their first household, infant care and seasonal treats are also gifted. The items are received, sorted and distributed from a rental space to children identified through partnerships with the Children's Division, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), and the Child Advocacy Center. From left: chamber ambassador Judy Ingalsbe; 37th Judicial CASA Executive Director Connie Pendergrass; CASA volunteer James Ware; 37th Judicial CASA Program Director Kathleen Wolf; Birthday Blessings Executive Director Shannon VonAllmen, Director Candi Johnson and volunteers Sharon Ogle, Marsha Crutchfield and Cheryl Murphy; and chamber members Tina Cline, Jared Underwood and ambassador Stephanie Beltz-Price.
Birthday Blessings nonprofit joins WP Chamber
Birthday Blessings, which gets its name from the party supplies and gifts given to foster children on their birthdays, is also committed to other types of support for children of all ages during other important milestones in their lives, from newborns to teens moving out on their own for the first time. more
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West Plains R-7 School District officials extend their congratulations to the 2024-2025 National Honor Society officers of West Plains High School President Jack Rutledge is carried by, from left, Vice President Avani Sahoo, Secretary Hadley Ball and Historian Allie Dawson. The students were elected by their NHS peers and, according to district Communications Director Lana Snodgras, “will be wonderful examples of servant leadership in our program this year.”
WPHS National Honor Society officers named
The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of Restoring Hope’s new location in Willow Springs. The disability service provider is headquartered in West Plains and in its mission statement, says, “We believe it is our mission to support individuals with disabilities by encouraging and assisting them to accomplish health and fitness goals, valued personal goals and a sense of belonging in their home and community. We will provide a supportive atmosphere of love, care, acceptance, dignity and respect.” Chamber Director Kim McCormick enthusiastically welcomed the company to the Willow Springs area. Holding the ribbon are chamber board members Robert Hollis, left, and Kim Fredrick. Cutting the ribbon in the center is Danielle Coffey, director of community-based services for Restoring Hope.
Willow Springs Chamber welcomes Restoring Hope
Southern Missouri Community Health Center contributed $1,000 toward the 37th Judicial CASA’s (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) annual dinner theater fundraiser, “How to Enchant a Bookshop,” held Sept. 7 at RubyDoo’s Vintage Events Center. CASA Executive Director Connie Pendergrass, center, said a full house attended and raised $21,500 to benefit the abused and neglected children CASA serves to advocate for. From left: Sherri Cromer, Dalene Nye, Travis Shearer, Ashley Grisham, Sierena Johnson, Missy Harmon, Brandy Barstow, Wilma Thompson, Taytum Dewitt,  Robien James, Megan Dobbs, Evanthia Hoffman, Tina Markel, Bryan Adcock, Pendergrass, Marlo Weeks, Ashley Olmsted and Courtnie Beals.
SMCHC supports CASA fundraiser
Mt. Zion Church to host open house, musical jam
An open house and musical jam will be hosted from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at Mt. Zion Church in Akers, and all are invited to bring an instrument and join local musicians playing gospel and Ozarks traditional music. more
‘Spooktacula’ returns for seventh year
The Willow Springs Arts Council will host a performance by the Southern Ozarks Community Orchestra, “Spooktacula VII,” at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at the historic Star Theater in downtown Willow Springs. more
Annual Christmas Craft & Décor Sale set for Nov. 7-9
St. Paul Lutheran Church, 291 Kentucky Ave. in West Plains, will hold its annual Christmas Craft and Décor Sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9. more
Arts Alliance Calendar of Events
Arts Alliance member events and activities: more
Dora School partners with MO Beef Kids program
Dora School District has engaged in a program that allows Missouri beef producers to share their way of life and give back to the communities they serve, officials announce. more
Missouri State University-West Plains Chancellor Dennis Lancaster, who introduced new MSU System President Biff Williams, gave an overview of the West Plains campus performance last week during the annual state of the university presentation. Highlights included enrollment numbers, degree program completion, programs and activities, and additions to the campus.
MSU-WP full-time enrollment at a five-year high, says chancellor
During his yearly State of the University address, Missouri State University-West Plains Chancellor Dennis Lancaster provided an overview of enrollment and degree success, recent program and facilities expansions, and some thoughts about future recruitment and retention. more
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U of A Jazz Orchestra to perform in Fulton County
The University of Arkansas Jazz Orchestra will perform in concert at 4 p.m. Sunday in the Salem, Ark., Civic Center, 135 Arena Lane. more
Cedarhurst to host 3rd annual Craft Fair
Cedarhurst of West Plains invites the community to its 3rd annual Craft Fair, a showcase of the artistic talents of West Plains and beyond, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 19 at the senior living community, 1521 U.S. 63 in West Plains. more
MDC reminds deer, turkey hunters of archery permit change
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters of regulation changes for the current archery deer and turkey hunting seasons, including a new fall turkey permit. more
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