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Ag science center dedication postponed
Due to the forecast of inclement weather this week, the dedication ceremony for Missouri State University-West Plains’ Wulff-Risner Agriculture Science Center has been postponed. The … more
South Fork Elementary students and staff raised $23,000 this year for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through its "Kids Helping Kids" campaign in partnership with the K-Kountry 95 St. Jude Radiothon. Since 2010, the kindergarten-through-sixth-grade school has raised about $148,000 total for the nonprofit Memphis hospital that treats children and conducts research into childhood diseases and cancers without charge to families. The most recent effort topped last year's donation by about $1,000. Front row, from left: students Ben Dalton, Gaby Miller, Vyolette Riggs, Hazel Riggs and Aubry Holmes. Back row: teachers Jennifer Ryan, Caty Holmes, Heather Miller, Nichole Riggs, Ronna Dalton, Camisha Hunter and Principal Dr. Seth Huddleston.
South Fork raises $23K for St. Jude
Katlyn Darter and daughter Cora Ann Eastland
Springfield woman with WP ties reported missing with infant daughter
The Springfield Police Department on Tuesday afternoon issued an Endangered Person Advisory for a woman and her daughter who were last seen at noon March 25 at N orth Glenstone Avenue and East … more
MSU-WP to dedicate Wulff-Risner Ag Science Center on Friday
Missouri State University-West Plains, Dr. Richard “Biff” Williams, President of Missouri State System, and the Missouri State Foundation invite the public to a dedication ceremony for … more
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Burn ban status under review The Howell County Commission will review the status of the burn ban put in place last week during its regular Monday session. Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. … more
Lincoln School Project: Vandalism ‘underscores’ purpose
The Daily Quill has learned of an incident of vandalism that appears to be racially motivated near the Lincoln School Project in West Plains.  The Lincoln School is the segregation-era one … more
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Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative and mutual aid crews worked in Oregon County to reset poles and hang wire to restore members’ power after the March 14 tornadoes. They saw beautiful sunrises and sunsets during the week.
HOEC gives final update on March 14 tornado aftermath
The night of March 14, a tornado touched down near Bakersfield in southeastern Ozark County. It continued northeast skirting the south side of West Plains; in Oregon County an EF1 tornado shortly … more
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Executive Vice President Zora Mulligan on March 26, 2025.
MSU names new West Plains chancellor
Zora Mulligan, a West Plains native and current executive vice president of Missouri State University, will replace current MSU-WP Chancellor Dr. Dennis Lancaster, who is retiring at the end of June. … more
Captain D's of West Plains and the Stokes family have been supporters of Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains fundraising efforts for many years, and this year contributed $2,500 for research into treatments and cures for the genetic condition. Cystic fibrosis affects the respiratory and digestive systems of sufferers, resulting in lifelong treatment of symptoms, and the donation was the result of a recent fundraising day at Captain D's, when proceeds of food sales were given to the cause. Front row, from left: Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains volunteer Lois Frazier, restaurant employee Lily Smith, Stetson Stokes and Cystic Fibrosis volunteers Kaigan Barker, Jessica Frazier and Katlyn Johnson. Back row, from left: Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Rick Frazier, restaurant employee Crystal Smith, and business owners Zack, Maguire and Jessica Stokes.
Captain D’s customers raise $2.5K for cystic fibrosis cause
Recently-retired West Plains Police Chief Stephen Monticelli, center, was recognized at Monday night's city council meeting by Mayor Mike Topliff, left, and City Administrator Sam Anselm. City officials thanked Monticelli for his years of service and presented him with a plaque commemorating them. Monticelli had been police chief since 2018 and his career included 32 years combined with the University Of Missouri and Columbia police departments and six years as police chief in Harrisonburg, Va. At the same meeting Lt. Brian Bunch, who has almost 30 years of experience with the department, was sworn in as interim police chief.
WP Mayor Topliff gives State of the City address
West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff delivered the State of the City address at Monday evening's city council meeting, highlighting achievements and progress made over the past year and giving an overview of the city's financial health. more
Connie Pendergrass,left, and Kathleen Wolfe are staff at the 37th Judicial Court Appointed Special Advocates organization. Birthday Blessings dropped off 32 “Bunny Blessings” Easter baskets that CASA advocates will deliver to area foster children.
Annual Birthday Bash drive starts March 28
Birthday Blessings Executive Director Shannon VonAllmen reports the nonprofit filled 235 requests in 2024 from children in foster care in Howell, Shannon and Oregon counties. With a focus on providing needed resources to kids in care, the nonprofit will hold its annual Birthday Bash Donor Match Event From March 28 through April 1. more
With the conclusion of the 37th annual Cystic Fibrosis Benefit Show, held Saturday and headlined by country music chart-topper Rodney Atkins, the total raised by the coordinating organization, Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains, was $78,809. The proceeds were collected from concert ticket sales, donations, the sale of donated auction items and the giveaways of two handguns, and will go toward supporting research into cure and treatment for cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that affects respiratory and digestive systems of those who have it. Atkins, who performed the concert in 2019, made a return trip to West Plains in support of cystic fibrosis research, the only repeat performer in the concert’s history, pointed out Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains volunteer Rick Frazier. He said the concert was at near-capacity and he was blown away by the enthusiasm and support that continues to be shown by artists like Atkins, community members who attended the concert and donated auction items, and businesses that contributed financially. "We could only do this in West Plains,” said Frazier. “We couldn't go anywhere else in the country and do what we do here.” Frazier made sure to thank Diane Reed who directed the volunteer singing group "Jessica's Friends" and Matt Crites, who emceed the "Jessica's Friends" performance, continuing a tradition begun by his brothers years ago.
‘We could only do this in West Plains’: Atkins-led Cystic Fibrosis Concert wraps up with $79K raised
Newly-retired West Plains Police Chief Stephen Monticelli, right, passes the torch to Lt. Brian Bunch at the city's monthly meeting held Monday evening. Bunch has served with the department since 1997 and has been named interim police chief.
Lt. Bunch named interim police chief
West Plains city officials announced Tuesday morning that Lt. Brian Bunch is the interim police chief, named to the position upon the retirement of Chief Stephen Monticelli, who has filled that role since 2018. more
West Plains Bank & Trust Company is a $1,000 donor to the 37th annual Cystic Fibrosis Concert, taking place tonight. The signature fundraiser, organized by Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains volunteers, has featured performances by nationally-known country music artists and is supported by donations of cash and auction items by scores of local businesses and people. The event begins with silent and live auctions, followed by a 7 p.m. performance by youth singing group Jessica's Friends, opening for returning artist Rodney Atkins. Ticket prices $40 for adults and $5 for children at the door.
WP Bank continues tradition of giving to Cystic Fibrosis group
A school legislative forum was held recently at West Plains High School to give area district administrators and stakeholders a chance to ask questions about an upcoming vote on open enrollment and its potential impact on staffing and transportation costs for districts. Besides West Plains, other district administrators that attended the March 7 meeting included Thayer, Bakersfield, Junction Hill, Richards, Glenwood, Fairview, Willow Springs, Houston, Cabool, Summersville, Plato and Hartville, plus two Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education supervisors. From left are 143rd District Rep. Bennie Cook, 155th District Rep. Matthew Overcast, 154th District Rep. Lisa Durnell, 33rd District Sen. Brad Hudson and West Plains R-7 Superintendent Dr. Wes Davis.
School choice bill raises concerns from area districts
The result of a collaboration between several area school districts, a luncheon forum recently held at West Plains High School gave educators and district administrators a chance to ask state legislators about an upcoming vote on a law that would expand school choice for parents. more
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Noon Rotary holds cruise giveaway drawing more
Terri Combs, left, and Kathleen Morrissey, right, West Plains Council on the Arts vice president and president, respectively, recently took time out of planning the 11th annual BrewFest to visit the Quill and General Manager Abby Hess. BrewFest was held Saturday, and the Quill was a media sponsor for the event, which is the council's primary fundraiser. Proceeds go toward council events such as the Ozarks Heritage Festival in October as well as toward the Gatewood Family Fine Arts Scholarship, administered by the council. Watch the Quill for photos and highlights from Saturday's BrewFest.
Quill sponsors media for 11th BrewFest
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Deputies capture man in woods near K Hwy. and U.S. 63
A West Plains man wanted on warrants for failures to appear on felony charges was arrested at about 9:37 a.m. Tuesday after fleeing from law enforcement near the intersection of the U.S. 63 Bypass and K Highway, according to the Howell County Sheriff's Office. more
MSU-WP Chancellor Dennis Lancaster
Lancaster announces plans to retire from MSU-WP
After more than three decades of dedicated service to Missouri State University-West Plains, Chancellor Dr. Dennis Lancaster has announced his retirement, effective July 1. more
Jessica's Friends, a group of volunteer singers, will be the opening act for the 37th annual Cystic Fibrosis Concert featuring Rodney Atkins on Saturday. The event is the main fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains and proceeds go toward research and cures for the disease, a genetic condition which affects the lungs and digestive system of patients and requires lifelong treatment. The concert will be held at the West Plains Civic Center, preceded by live and silent auctions, and advance tickets are available at many area banks for $30 each for adults and $5 each for children. Front row, from left: Ruby Ledbetter, Reese Overstreet, Grace Rhoads, Sadie Wichern, Lawson Barnett, Hazel Hicks, Jessica Joice-Frazier holding her dog Olive, Maklin Pardo, Karter Lewright, Briar Hood, Laynie Tune, Jasper Morales, Aaliyah Stokes, Candice Hood and Corbin Hood. Second row: Emily Merrill, Alaina French, Victoria Merrill, Georgia Mitchell, Gracie Peoples, Lyric Pardo, Kayde Morales, Remington Coffell, Griffin Voles, Kimber Golay, Leo Tunes, Tucker Russell and Mason Flower. Third row: Debbie French, Addy Crase, Eden Myers, Charlotte Mitchell, Olivia Eggert, Agnus Kenslow, Crimson Piper, Tate Hicks, Stetson Stokes, Jessica Stokes and Maguire Stokes. Fourth row: Wendy Crase, Mason Harrill, Mac Crites, Ethan Morales, Ruby Tune, Nathaniel Hood, Jeremiah Morales, Sophie Tune, and Maylee Love. Fifth row: Stacie Auffert, Brynlee Russell, Diane Reed, Kenadie Nordyke, Crystal Smith, Lily Smith, Nevaeh Johnson, Amanda Johnson, Katlyn Johnson, Phillip Duncan, Makenna Hall and Lois Frazier.
Jessica's Friends set to take the stage on Saturday
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