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Volunteers with the Eleven Point Fire Department toss a splash of color onto runners participating in the Willow Springs leg of the Children’s Behavioral Services Autism Color Run/Walk. The April 18 event was also held in downtown West Plains; collectively, participants in both cities raised over $4,000 for local youth programs.
Dual Autism Color Runs raise $4,000 for local youth programs
More than 200 participants and nearly 30 volunteers recently gathered across two communities for a coordinated day of inclusion, acceptance and community support. more
Marideth Sisco, Missouri Master Storyteller, author, musician, and longtime West Plains Daily Quill reporter and columnist, has died at age 82. The death was confirmed to the Quill on Monday morning by close friends. Sisco, an investigative reporter for the Quill for two decades, was also known for her radio commentary, “These Ozarks Hills,” aired on KSMU, and her work with Blackberry Winter on the soundtrack of the 2010 blockbuster film, “Winter’s Bone.” The movie was based off a novel by another noteworthy West Plains author, Daniel Woodrell, who died in November. A full tribute celebrating Sisco’s life and legacy will be printed in an upcoming issue of the Quill.
Longtime Quill reporter Marideth Sisco dies at 82
Crockett W. Oaks III receives an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree during Spring Commencement ceremonies at Lincoln University on May 9.
West Plains councilman, preservationist Crockett Oaks III receives honorary doctorate
West Plains resident Crockett W. Oaks III was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Lincoln University during the university’s spring commencement ceremony May 9 in Jefferson City. more
Amy Thomas, left, affiliate coordinator for the Community Foundation of West Plains, accepts a $5,000 Affiliate Action Grant from Joe Kammerer, senior director of affiliate engagement for the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. The presentation was made April 23 ahead of the Rural Philanthropy Summit at Missouri S&T in Rolla. The West Plains affiliate will use the funding to provide up to $2,000 in matching grants for local nonprofits that establish permanent agency endowments.
West Plains community foundation, board leader recognized by CFO
The Community Foundation of West Plains and one of its board leaders recently received regional recognition and funding during the Community Foundation of the Ozarks’ annual affiliate awards presentation in Rolla. more
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Former Quill reporter, 'These Ozarks Hills' host Marideth Sisco dies at 82
Marideth Sisco, Missouri Master Storyteller, author, musician, and longtime West Plains Daily Quill reporter and columnist, has died at age 82. The death was confirmed to the Quill on Monday … more
Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Private Lands Conservationist Mark McLain, left, demonstrates how to remove a native seedling from its container for South Fork Elementary School third graders Tuesday morning. The planting project on West Trish Knight Street in downtown West Plains used native Missouri perennials to establish a permanent habitat designed to attract vital pollinators such as butterflies, moths and bees.
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EAA Chapter 1218 to host Flying Start aviation event Saturday
Anyone with an interest in aviation is invited to attend a "Flying Start" Learn to Fly event hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1218 at 9 a.m. Saturday. more
Seth Bryant, center, shown with his family, has been appointed as the West Plains Schools coordinator of at-risk services and Zizzer Pride Academy director beginning July 1. Bryant previously served as an assistant principal within the district before spending several years as the superintendent of Koshkonong Schools.
West Plains R-7 names new administrators
West Plains R-7 School District has tapped two veteran educators for new leadership roles effective July 1. more
TOP ACADEMICS — West Plains High School Principal Ryan Smith, Superintendent Wesley Davis, co-valedictorian Aubrey Gross, co-valedictorian Lucy Hafer, Human Resources and Student Services Director Matthew Orchard and Assistant Principal Colton Hensley. Emma Welch was recognized as salutatorian.
WPHS graduates 300 in Friday ceremony
The West Plains Civic Center was packed Friday evening as hundreds of family members and friends gathered to celebrate the final chapter for 300 graduates of the West Plains High School Class of 2026. more
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State Senator Brad Hudson addresses the Missouri State University-West Plains Class of 2026 Saturday afternoon at the West Plains Civic Center. Hudson spoke to graduates about the importance of freedom and liberty as they begin their next chapters.
MSU-WP commencement speaker Hudson tells graduates ‘freedom is a precious gift’
Missouri’s 33rd District State Sen. Brad Hudson served as the commencement speaker for the Missouri State University-West Plains graduation ceremony Saturday. more
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In this 2015 photo, West Plains author and educator Annie England Noblin poses with her debut novel, "Sit! Stay! Speak!" Noblin, a devoted community advocate and prolific writer, died Saturday from injuries suffered in an April crash.
Community mourns loss of author, educator Annie Noblin
Injuries sustained in an April 20 head-on collision have claimed the life of Emily “Annie” Noblin, 44, of West Plains. Noblin died Saturday evening at Cox South  Medical Center in Springfield, where she had been flown for treatment following the crash. more
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Homeowner charged with murder in 2025 shooting issued summons
A West Plains man charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action who failed to appear for a court date in late April has been issued a summons for a counsel status hearing on May 18. more
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Heart of the Ozarks Fair dates set
The Heart of the Ozarks Fair returns to West Plains next month, bringing a full week of carnival rides, livestock shows and grandstand entertainment. more
Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins discusses voter integrity and state archives as the keynote speaker for Saturday's Lincoln Day banquet in West Plains.
Howell County Republicans celebrate Lincoln Day with focus on faith, family
Missouri Republican officials, lawmakers and candidates gathered Saturday at the West Plains Civic Center for the Howell County Republican Lincoln Day banquet, featuring a night of fundraising and wide-ranging remarks on the current political landscape. more
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City, county and state officials gather Friday morning to celebrate the opening of the Independence Drive overpass. Former City Administrator Tom Stehn and former Engineering Superintendent Wes Parks cut the ribbon on the project, which was nearly 20 years in the making.
Decades in the making: Independence Drive overpass opens to traffic
Following a brief speech by West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff crediting the work of many hands over the last two decades, the Independence Drive train overpass opened to traffic Friday morning. more
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The Chaos Closet awarded $12,500 grant to support foster youth
The Chaos Closet has received a $12,500 grant to restock essential items for local children in foster care. more
Ozarks Summit, Convoy of Hope partner for regional distribution
Ozarks Summit, a West Plains-based nonprofit that offers faith-based youth and family services, is now collaborating with another faith-based organization that has expanded its reach globally. more
Cabool man charged after allegedly ramming vehicle
A Cabool resident faces multiple felony charges after allegedly using his pickup truck to intentionally ram and sideswipe a vehicle occupied by an ex-partner and another passenger. more
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Parents and students take advantage of permanent art Saturday in downtown West Plains during the inaugural Prom Parade. Several temporary photo stations were also set up around Court Square for the event, which was sponsored by West Plains Downtown and supported by volunteers, businesses and vendors. The new tradition aimed to create a memorable experience for West Plains High School students celebrating the end of the school year and, for some, the end of high school. From left, Dana Picker and Ashley Jewell snap photos of sophomore Jacob Jewell and senior Makayla Brown in front of the “The Protector” mural in Luster Arcade.
Inaugural West Plains Prom Parade invokes moments to remember
Boys & Girls Club opens bidding for ‘Masked Singer’ fundraiser
The Boys & Girls Club of the Greater West Plains Area has officially opened bidding for its 2026 Masked Singer auction, launching a hybrid campaign with a $40,000 fundraising goal. more
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