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Bill Eigel meet-and-greet Wednesday at Johnny Hatchets
Republican candidate for governor and State Sen. Bill Eigel will be in West Plains on Wednesday for a meet-and-greet, just under a week ahead of the Aug. 6 primary election. more
Former State Rep. Travis Morrison of West Plains introduced Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate Crystal Quade at a recent event held at the West Plains Civic Center that was attended by about 65 people. She talked about her background and goals should she be elected governor. She was elected in 2016 as 132rd District State Representative and again in 2020, and was chosen to serve as the House Minority Floor Leader for the 100th and 101st general assemblies as a sophomore legislator.
Dem. candidate for governor Crystal Quade speaks to crowd in WP
Current 132rd District State Rep. and Democratic candidate for governor Crystal Quade introduced herself at a recent event held at the West Plains Civic Center, drawing a crowd of about 65 people interested in hearing her message and plan for the future of Missouri. more
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Businessman calls police after locking kidnapping suspect in store
An alleged parental kidnapping that resulted in an Amber Alert being issued by the Missouri State Highway Patrol just past midnight Wednesday morning ended with the child being found safe and the father being charged with parental kidnapping, a Class E felony. more
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Deputies responding to domestic assault call find man hiding in closet
Leland E. Collins, 41, West Plains, has been charged after allegedly striking a woman with a piece of wood during a domestic altercation. more
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Man on probation for shooting at vehicle charged with assault
A man who was recently placed on supervised probation after shooting at a vehicle in Willow Springs, with children and other people nearby, now faces another felony charge, filed after an alleged assault in West Plains. more
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Old-Time Music, Ozarks Heritage Festival announces move to fall
A decades-old event that's been held during the summer has plans to move to the fall, starting next year. more
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Trash can fire at Super 8 Motel leads to arrests of 2 men
Russell E. Wiles, 52, West Plains, is charged with first-degree arson and first-degree property damage after allegedly setting fire to a trash can in a West Plains Super 8 Motel bathroom and damaging a room refrigerator, air conditioner and a light fixture. Both charges are felonies. more
“This very affectionate little girl's name is Marme,” introduces Trish Hammen, volunteer for the West Plains Regional Animal Shelter, 1486 BB Highway. “She is an orange and white domestic medium-haired female.” Marme is about a year old, is current on shots and will be spayed soon, Hammen added. The public is invited to visit with Marme and the cat’s other feline and canine friends during business hours, 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. The fee to adopt is $45 and includes the cost of spaying and vaccinations. “We are still needing donations to finish the inside of the new shelter,” Hammen adds, noting donors who are not able to stop by the shelter may mail a check to West Plains Regional Animal Shelter, 1486 State Route BB, West Plains, MO 65775. For more information, call 417-256-8438.
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WP sex offender sentenced on child porn charge
A West Plains man who is a registered sex offender was sentenced in federal court today for possessing hundreds of computer-generated images of child sexual abuse, announced the office of U.S. Attorney Teresa Moore, Western District of Missouri. more
Grant Heithold
Texas County business owner Grant Heithold challenges Jason Smith for 8th District seat
Texas County business owner Grant Heithold, a self-described “Christian conservative Republican” is running to represent Missouri’s 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. more
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Dixon Street will remain closed permanently on both sides of Washington Avenue, following a West Plains City Council vote held Tuesday. The Cass Avenue closure on the west side of Washington Avenue will also remain in effect, while the east side of that street will reopen. The closures are intended in part to create a pedestrian corridor to increase access to off-street parking behind the businesses on Washington Avenue.
West Plains City Council approves permanent downtown street closures
West Plains city council members have approved the permanent closure of three streets off of Washington Avenue after hearing recommendations from the Planning and Zoning commission, downtown business owners and members of West Plains Downtown Revitalization. more
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CORRECTED DATE: 10th annual Bridges Back-to-School Fair date set
The 10th annual Bridges Back-to-School and Health Fair will take place as a drive-thru event from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 12, supplemented by a clothing giveaway. more
WP Chamber to celebrate new location
All are invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house on July 25 to celebrate the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce’s move to 397 Jackie Garrett Drive, the former site of the Greater Ozarks Center for Advanced Technology. more
Sounds Downtown returns to Luster Arcade
The "Sounds Downtown" summer concert series returns for its second installment of live music from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday when the heart of downtown will resonate with the delightful sounds of bluegrass and country music. more
Chaos Closet to offer school supplies at Aug. 2 Foster Friday event
The Chaos Closet will hold a special Foster Friday event from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 2. more
Fire Chief Chris Sterner
Chris Sterner named new WPFD chief
The City of West Plains announced Tuesday afternoon Chris Sterner has been named the city's new fire chief, following the recent retirement of Kurt Wilbanks and Sterner's service since May as interim fire chief. more
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 Lacey Carter promoted to chief operations officer at Ozarks Healthcare
Ozarks Healthcare Chief Nursing Officer Lacey Carter has been promoted to the position of chief operations officer, health system officials announce. While taking on the duties of her new role, they said, Carter will continue to serve as CNO, overseeing the management and operations of all nursing services across Ozarks Healthcare. more
Man accused of exposing himself to drive-thru workers
A West Plains man has been charged with two counts of misdemeanor first-degree sexual misconduct after allegedly exposing himself to two employees of a local restaurant. more
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Candidate Crystal Quade to visit West Plains for Thursday forum
The Howell County Democrats will host a forum Thursday for gubernatorial candidate Crystal Quade, current state House Minority Leader. more
Travis Smith receives police endorsement for state senate campaign
State Rep. Travis Smith, a Republican representing the 155th House District and campaigning for 33rd District State Senate, announces he has received the exclusive endorsement of the Missouri Fraternal Order of Police, a gesture his campaign says highlights is dedication to supporting law enforcement. more
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