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Community rallies to create West Plains United
Faced with the possibility of a federal shutdown withholding November SNAP benefits, a network of local churches, nonprofits and community members has formed to create a local safety net. more
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State District 154 Rep. Lisa Durnell, left, and 33rd District Sen. Brad Hudson were speakers at the recent annual legislative breakfast, hosted by the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative. The event, held Oct. 23, gives state legislators a chance to talk to constituents about laws that can affect the operating costs of businesses, including Proposition A. The ballot initiative was passed by Missouri voters and included a requirement that most businesses offer an hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, but that portion was repealed with the passage of Missouri House Bill 567.
Durnell, Hudson speak at legislative breakfast
West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff recently signed a proclamation commemorating Nov. 1 as National Family Literacy Day, joined by members of the Ozark Spring Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. National Family Literacy Day was established by Congress in 1994 to highlight the importance of reading for the entire family. In 1989, NSDAR created a Literacy Promotion Committee to encourage members to be involved in helping children and adults develop literacy skills. From left: Jan Tappana, Kathy Barnett, Cindy McKee-Pirch, Linda Collins, Mary Ann Mutrux, Mayor Topliff, Karen Ryburn, Angela Anderson, Pam Topliff and Cathy Roberts.
Mayor Topliff proclaims Family Literacy Day
Greg Simpkins
SIDELINE STORIES: ‘One play taught me everything’
Editor's note: This is the fourth in a series of conversations between former Quill Sports Editor Dennis Crider, a Missouri Photojournalism Hall of Fame inductee, and former Zizzers head coach Greg Simpkins, who was recently inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. more
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West Plains Greenhouses and Nursery recently supported the 37th Judicial CASA as a $1,500 sponsor of the "Cutthroat Christmas" mystery dinner theater fundraiser. The event, an "ugly Christmas sweater" themed dinner held Saturday at Rubydoo's Vintage Events, raised funds to support CASA's mission of advocating for abused and neglected children in Howell, Oregon and Shannon counties. From left: Shari Perkins-Trent, Connie Pendergrass and West Plains Greenhouses owner Lisa Cropper and Manager Tsion Davis. Watch the Quill for more about the event.
West Plains Greenhouses donates in support of CASA
Cyclists of all ages take off from the starting line at the sixth annual West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause event on Oct. 11. Organizers reported the event was a record-breaking success, raising $30,953 to fund cancer research. This year's event included 169 participants ranging in age from 16 months to 82 years and brought the community's six-year fundraising total to $120,000.
Pedal the Cause sets record, raises $30,953 for cancer research
The recent sixth annual West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause event raised a record-breaking $30,953 to go toward cancer research, bringing the total for all six years of the benefit bike ride’s fundraising to $120,000. more
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City council discusses sports complex, utility rates
West Plains city council members passed three resolutions at its regular October meeting. The first was an authorization for City Administrator Sam Anselm to enter into a lease agreement with the West Plains R-7 School District to allow student and staff parking at the city lot across from the Jimmie Carroll Winter Sports Complex, off of Olden Street at North Howell Avenue. more
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Daylight saving time ends Sunday more
Superheroes, princess, critters and even a veterinarian pause for a photo at the Quill, shouting “Trick or Treat” as loud as they can. The 4-year-old morning class at Friendship Circle Preschool made its rounds on Thursday, with teachers Avery Johnson, left, and Cindy Roseman, right, while still more trick-or-treaters came by Friday. Downtown Halloween festivities continued Friday night with Scare on the Square.
Trick or Treat
Greg Simpkins
SIDELINE STORIES: Simpkins on adversity
Editor's Note: This is the third in a series of conversations between former Quill Sports Editor Dennis Crider, a Missouri Photojournalism Hall of Fame inductee, and former Zizzers Head Coach and Athletic Director Greg Simpkins, who was recently inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. more
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MSU-WP announces nearly 2,000 students are enrolled
A total of 1,997 students are enrolled this fall at Missouri State University-West Plains. more
Lane closure on Washington Ave. underway for city study
The City of West Plains has implemented a temporary lane closure on Washington Avenue through Monday as part of a study for the Comprehensive Plan for Downtown West Plains. more
FEMA assistance available for late March, early April storm damage
Residents in 20 Missouri counties, including Howell, Oregon, Ozark and Shannon, who suffered uninsured damage from severe storms between March 30 and April 8 can now apply for federal assistance. more
Pie baking is an old-time skill and prizes were awarded for entries in several categories. Front row: Laura Gregory, first place in fruit and other dessert categories, and second in savory; Sarah McBride, grand champion and first place in savory; Jaylee McBride, second place in youth; Eli Wortley, third in youth; Addie McBride, third in other dessert; and Jase McBride, first in youth. Back row is Stephanie Wortley, second in other dessert and contest organizer Danette House.
History comes alive at Ozark Heritage Festival
The Ozark Heritage Festival was held in the fall for the first time in its 31-year history, but the music, crafts and traditional skills of the Ozarks remained the same, bringing an estimated 5,000 attendees over two days. more
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County commission meets Monday more
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Traffic stop leads to seizure of pound of meth, firearms
A West Plains couple has been charged after about a pound of alleged meth was confiscated during a traffic stop and additional illegal drugs and firearms were found during a subsequent search of their home. more
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West Plains plans America 250 celebration for 2026
Planning is underway in West Plains for an old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration to mark America 250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. more
A formal announcement was made Friday morning at West Plains City Hall regarding the Provalus information technology company and the job opportunities it will provide, not only in West Plains but the region. The company will have a brick and mortar location at 601 Washington Ave. that is anticipated to be open by the end of 2026. Mayor Mike Topliff, center left, talked about the process of attracting the company to West Plains and several meetings with Provalus representatives that began in December of 2023 with a visit to the site and a tour of some of the restaurants, businesses, and other amenities available in the city. Topliff thanked the state representatives that helped appropriate funding in support of the project, including $2.5 million for building renovations at the site. He also gave due credit to Planning Director Emily Gibson, left; Building and Zoning Official Dustin Harrison, center right; and West Plains City Administrator Sam Anselm, right, whose efforts were crucial to the success of the project, and encouraged anyone interested in employment to follow the Provalus website at provalus.com.
City of WP lands IT firm; 200 jobs $1M investment announced
The City of West Plains has announced that the Alabama-based information technology firm Provalus will invest $1 million and create 200 new jobs at a new technology service center in West Plains. more
SIDELINE STORIES: Simpkins talks coaching, the co-op and armyworms
Editor's Note: This is the second in a series of conversations between former Quill Sports Editor Dennis Crider and former Zizzers head coach Greg Simpkins, who was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame last week. more
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Lilly Ross of West Plains gets her face painted at the children’s activity area hosted by Boys and Girls Club of Greater West Plains Area during the Ozark Heritage Festival held Friday and Saturday in downtown West Plains. The organization, directed by Elisabeth Cawthon, also sponsored games and a scavenger hunt for kids. Lilly is the daughter of Aaron and Chrystal Ross. Watch Saturday’s Quill for more coverage and photos from the festival.
Fun and faces at Heritage Fest
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