The American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society have teamed up this June to encourage people across the country to Give Blood to Give Time and help ensure loved ones have the strength and … more

Founded by Bob France in 1967 when he began selling fire extinguishers from the trunk of his car, France Fire Extinguisher is a family owned business that has been serving the West Plains, and … more

Nothing compares to home-grown vegetables. When food is grown in a home garden, the flavor and texture far surpass anything that can be bought at the store.To harvest the best flavor from vegetables, … more

Many of you have long been waiting for the 2021 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program!Signup began Monday at the West Plains Senior Center from 9 a.m – 1 p.m. with several more dates to … more

Summer hiking season has begun along trails like the Cave Spring Trail, beginning at Devil's Well, an Ozark National Scenic Riverways Park about 23 miles south of Salem, Mo., off of KK Highway in … more

Well foodies, I've been writing this feature for 7 years now! I've interviewed many of our locals, some famous for writing a book, feeding the homeless, or supporting their families by selling their … more

Send snapshots of Missouri Agriculture for this year’s Focus on Missouri Agriculture photo contest. Last year, nearly 1,000 entries were received showcasing Missourians’ passion for and … more

A little extra energy during the day could benefit just about anyone. Late morning mental fatigue and the post-lunch yawns may seem unavoidable, but there are plenty of ways to improve energy levels … more

I recently had occasion to remember a friend who died unexpectedly last August in the best possible way:with music, camaraderie and, of course, food. Sarah loved food. Everything about the memorial … more