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Heart Of The Ozarks Fair dates set: June 3-7
The Heart of the Ozarks Fair will be held June 3 through 7 at the Heart of the Ozarks Fairgrounds on North U.S. 63 in West Plains, West Plains Tourism Manager Melissa Wharton announced this week. … more
Threats spark investigations
Threats over the past couple of weeks have prompted investigations by law enforcement. One threat was made on April 25 to the 37 th Judicial Circuit judge’s office and the other was made … more
Four new advocates and an assistant have been sworn in as 37th Judicial Court Appointed Special Advocate, taking their oaths of service from Associate Circuit Judge Melissa Stewart. CASA volunteers serve as “the voice of the child” in court cases involving minors and have regular contact with foster children in order to help evaluate their well-being and health in placements, and testify in court hearings regarding state custody. The volunteers have had 30 hours of training and are required to meet continuing education requirements during each year of service. From left: advocate Shannon Soufan, Stewart, advocate assistant Barry Robinson and advocates Keely Gale, Denise Douglas and Kati McKee.
CASA welcomes 5 new volunteers
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Update address books: Quill email change A change to the West Plains Daily Quill email addresses that began last year has been finalized, with the old @ wpdailyquill.net domain expiring on … more
290 to graduate from MSU-WP Saturday
A total of 290 students will be candidates for graduation from Missouri State University-West Plains during the 2024 commencement ceremony Saturday at the West Plains Civic Center. This includes … more
West Plains R-7 School District officials extend their congratulations to the West Plains High School Class of 2025 seniors who have earned summa cum laude honors, the highest academic distinction awarded by the school district. To celebrate, the West Plains Noon Rotary Club hosted a special luncheon recognizing the students. During the event, students were honored for their academic excellence, leadership and commitment to their education. Students recognized, in no particular order, are Emma Arnold, Hadley Ball, Calvin Barry, Morgan Beukers, Ashley Culton, Nikeshia Davis, Addison Finley, Leah French, Samuel Gohn, Malia Harris, Tyra Henry, Jesse Jeffery, Brianna Johnson, Kyle Martinez, Evie Niesen, Hannah Price, Peyton Reynolds, Clayton Robbins, Avani Sahoo, Adrianna Shipp, Paige Skeeters, William Stauffer, Lauren Stewart and Lily Wiedemann.
WPHS seniors earn summa cum laude distinction
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Driver’s license exam station closures The Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds the public that driver examination stations statewide will be closed for two upcoming holidays. On … more
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WP R-7 board considers weather’s impacts
Flood damage to the artificial turf at Zizzer Stadium and cleanup of other sports facilities near West Plains High School was discussed at the April meeting of the West Plains R-7 School Board. The … more
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South Fork Elementary students recently raised $1,210 to support Ronald McDonald Houses of the Ozarks, a cause that holds special significance for many in the school community. Some students and their families have directly benefited from the organization’s support, making the fundraiser even more meaningful, said West Plains R-7 District officials. Kindergarten students led the effort by contributing $380. As a reward for their generosity, they earned a Happy Meal party, courtesy of local McDonald's restaurants. Shown are students in Abby Hensley, Mindy Hoopes and Camisha Hunter’s classes.
SFE students raise $1,210 for Ronald McDonald House
Brothers Eddie, left, and Josh Warren, of Springfield and St. Louis, respectively, traveled to their former home of West Plains to watch the re-release of Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith at the Glass Sword Theatre, where they watched the film the first time it was released 20 years ago. They are holding a copy of the Quill which bears a photo of the brothers camped out in line hours before the box office opened, determined to be the first to buy tickets. The Warren brothers also attended Oz-Con over the weekend, cosplaying as the Ghostbusters, complete with an Ectomobile, in what’s become an annual tradition.
20 years later: Brothers return to WP to relive 'Star Wars' experience
Two decades ago, Star Wars fans flocked en masse to theaters to witness the fall of Anakin Skywalker and the subsequent rise of the Galactic Empire. Revenge of the Sith, the third installment in … more
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WP to address billing concerns with work session
Several West Plains residents brought their utility bill concerns to the podium at the city council’s monthly meeting held last week and attended by dozens of concerned citizens.  … more
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Eslinger to speak at MSU-WP commencement
Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains announced this week Dr. Karla Eslinger, a lifelong educator and former state senator, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2025 commencement … more
Construction is happening at 1410 Bill Virdon Blvd., West Plains, at the former site of a home built by Bob and Pearl Butler, which has been torn down. In its place, a new comprehensive outdoor sports complex is being built for baseball and softball programs at Missouri State University-West Plains. The West Plains Area Dugout Club, a local nonprofit founded in 2023 to promote and support baseball in the region, says it has received a gift from Jim and Beth Peters of West Plains to support the construction of the complex. Initial plans for the property include having a practice facility for Grizzly baseball ready by the start of the fall semester. Long-term plans call for the complex to support both Grizzly baseball and softball programs. A worker on the property told the Quill the pink flag visible on the far right side of this photo is where the pitcher's mound is planned to be.
Peters’ gift to club supports new baseball complex on Bill Virdon Blvd.
The West Plains Area Dugout Club reported this week a transformational gift was made by Jim and Beth Peters of West Plains to support the construction of an outdoor athletics complex to benefit the … more
West Plains Playhouse's “Pride & Prejudice” opens Thursday and runs through May, with performances taking place in the Grand Ballroom above Dev's Steakhouse Piano Bar Lounge, 37 Court Square in West Plains. The show, directed by Arah Craig and Becky Maendel, will run nightly from 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, with a 3 p.m. matinee showing on Sunday. Additional performances will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday and May 1 through 3, and another 3 p.m. matinee on May 4. Tickets are available online at shorturl.at/u6xZh or inside the Dev's Steakhouse Piano Bar Lounge lobby before each performance. Production staff note the Grand Ballroom will not have wheelchair access for the showings. Call 417-293-3894 with questions. The cast, which was not present in full for this photo, includes Jon Guilbert, Jay Wright, Maendel, Micah Friend, Charlotte Ellsworth, Alice Lyons, Charlie Kay Greim, Anastasia Craig, Catherine Pendergrass, James Thayer, ZaiRyah Young, Levi Mucklestone, Grace Loukota, Finn Pendergrass, Boaz Mucklestone, Angela Bullard, Addy Mucklestone, Gideon Mucklestone, Kimberly Thompson, Shanda Engelhardt, Sage Roush, Laura Behling, Philex Thomas, Caleb Hullinger, Jairden Loukota, Craig, Tray Whitsell and Megan Loukota.
‘Pride & Prejudice’ play opens Thursday
A ribbon cutting was held Thursday to celebrate the official opening of the Missouri State University-West Plains TJ Swift House ASCEND Program building, which houses support services for autistic and other neurodiverse students needing support services. The audience included students, supporters and other stakeholders, including former Missouri Gov. Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson, Howell County Commissioners, West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff, and outgoing MSU-WP Chancellor Dennis Lancaster. The program and support services were already in place when the building project was planned, which cost about $10.5 million and took about 15 months to complete. The building is named for the TJ Swift family, who provided financial support and expertise as service providers, and TJ Swift House founder Tracey Hollis-Cooper also provided remarks during the ceremony.
Ceremony celebrates official opening of MSU-WP TJ Swift House ASCEND Program building
The Missouri State University-West Plains TJ Swift House ASCEND Program building was dedicated with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, attended by dozens of supporters who championed the cause of … more
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Reflection Plaza dedication is May 17
The Lincoln School Project has announced the dedication ceremony for its Reflection Plaza will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 17 on the grounds of the historic Lincoln School, 1400 Pony … more
DG Market, a Dollar General store with expanded food choices including fresh produce and meats, is now open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily at 1156 Lincoln Ave. in West Plains. The business has a larger footprint than most Dollar General stores at 10,640 square feet, and took about seven months to build, starting from the approval of a site plan by city council members last October.
Dollar General Market opens on Lincoln Ave.
Dollar General has announced it will hold a grand opening event officially recognizing the opening of its new store, a DG Market located at 1156 Lincoln Ave. in West Plains. The store has an … more
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Decimal point typo prompts closer look at utility bill
West Plains City Utilities customers might want to take a close look at their bills, especially if they believe they are being overcharged.  The Quill recently received a letter from the … more
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Tax credits open to Douglas Co. seniors A new Senior Tax Credit has been put in place in Douglas County to help ease elders’ property tax burdens, county officials announce.  … more
This week concluded a two-week showing of artworks by His Place Christian Academy students at the West Plains Daily Quill. The works were displayed in the front window, coinciding with the first Thursday Downtown Stroll on April 3 and kicking off a rotating showcase of young artists in the community. On display through the next two weeks is artwork from students at Glenwood School. His Place artists’ works front row, from left: “The Amazing Robot Fort,” Noah Holt, fourth grade; “Old Rugged Cross, Jaylee (no last name given), fifth grade; and “God’s Promise,” Ethan Martin, third grade. Second row: “Inside Out” self portrait, Dixie Verral, third grade; “Spring,” Kyan Hudson, sixth grade; “Itsuka Kendo,” Hadassah (no last name given), seventh grade; and “Warrior Cat Encouragement,” Adi Worley, seventh grade. Mounted on easels in the back row are “Familiar Mill” by Megan Stout, 11th grade, and “Universe,” by Jackson Coffel, fourth grade.
Quill young artist display features His Place works
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