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Republican presidential candidates, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, left, talking with former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, right, during a commercial break at a Republican presidential primary debate hosted by NewsNation on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, at the Moody Music Hall at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
The GOP debate field was asked about Trump. Most of the stage's attacks focused on Nikki Haley
The four Republican presidential candidates debating Wednesday night mostly targeted each other instead of Donald Trump. Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley took the brunt of the attacks as … more
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Uphaus named new principal of WPE starting July 1
Officials with the West Plains R-7 School District have announced Virginia Uphaus will assume the role of West Plains Elementary School principal for the 2024-2025 school year. Effective July 1, 2024, she will fill the vacancy left by the retirement of current Principal Becky Hutchinson.  more
St. Louis prosecutor, appointed 6 months ago, is seeking a full term in 2024
St. Louis Circuit Attorney Gabe Gore, who was appointed to the job by Missouri Gov. Mike Parson in May after Kim Gardner’s sudden resignation, says he's running for a full term in 2024. Gore made … more
The Zizzer Pride Band, shown here in last year's West Plains Christmas Parade, routinely makes an appearance in the annual festivities. Saturday's parade comes ahead of Monday's free All Bands Concert, beginning at 7 p.m. at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. Donations for the R-7 Bridges program will be accepted at the door. More details about the concert will be published in Saturday's Gazette.
Christmas Joy: West Plains holiday parade is Saturday
The Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas parade, themed “The Joys of Christmas,” is set to begin at 4 p.m. Saturday, following the downtown-oriented route it took up last year. more
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Eslinger named new Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education
The State Board of Education announced Tuesday that 33rd District Sen. Karla Eslinger, of Wasola in Ozark County, will assume the role as the state’s next commissioner for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) effective June 1, 2024, after concluding her work in the Missouri Senate during the 2024 legislative session. more
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144th District Rep. Chris Dinkins
144th District rep. takes 'clear stand in opposition' to Gaza refugees resettling in Mo.
In a letter recently addressed to Gov. Michael Parson, Rep. Chris Dinkins, Lesterville, emphasized her belief in a need for a proactive approach to safeguard the well-being and security of Missouri citizens in light of continuing conflict in the Middle East. more
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Charges filed against Birch Tree man accused of firing at neighbors near school
A Birch Tree resident who allegedly threatened a neighbor’s life and fired several rounds in a residential area while intoxicated has been charged with three felonies. The incident reportedly also happened within 200 yards of the Birch Tree Elementary school, but classes weren't in session due to Thanksgiving break. more
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Jetta the red-nosed "reinhorse" gave Ashley Ledbetter, at the reins, and passenger Graycie Tackitt a lift at the Willow Springs Christmas Parade. Despite heavy drizzle, the parade proceeded through downtown Willow Springs and was organized by the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce.
Willow Springs carries out Christmas festivities with cinematic flourish
MO--Missouri Digest, 1pm update, MO
Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select Missouri stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of Missouri and the rest of the world, visit … more
Missouri's next education department chief will be a Republican senator with roots in the classroom
The next head of Missouri’s education department will be Republican Missouri state Sen. Karla Eslinger. She's a former teacher, principal and school district superintendent. The state announced the … more
Editorial Roundup: Missouri
Kansas City Star. November 29, 2023. Editorial: Gov. Parson, don’t make the mistake of confusing Hamas and Palestinian civilians The United States backs Israel, and we support the right of … more
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AP Sports Digest
The highlights of the AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more
FILE - Cenk Uygur, host of the television show "The Young Turks with Cenk Uygur," speaks at the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 13, 2012. On Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, Arkansas election officials said online news personality Uygur, who was born in Turkey, can't appear on the state's Democratic presidential primary ballot in 2024. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok, File)
Arkansas rules online news personality Cenk Uygur won't qualify for Democratic presidential primary
Arkansas election officials say online news personality Cenk Uygur is ineligible to appear on the ballot in the state's Democratic presidential primary next year. The state on Monday became the … more
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An Arkansas deputy fatally shot a man who fled from an attempted traffic stop, authorities say
Authorities in Arkansas say a sheriff’s deputy has fatally shot a man who fled from an attempted traffic stop. The shooting occurred Sunday evening in northeast Washington County. The county … more
In front of the tree in the background, Santa and Mrs. Claus — not to be mistaken for Mayor Mike Topliff and his wife, Pam, to whom some say they bear a striking resemblance — celebrate with a crowd of cheering children as they light up the Christmas tree on West Plains' Court Square. The annual ceremony was held Friday evening with about 200 in attendance.
West Plains celebrates the season with festive tree lighting ceremony
The festive spirit was in full swing Friday on Court Square in downtown West Plains, as the community gathered for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The event, attended by nearly 200 people braving the cold, marked the beginning of the holiday season in the city. more
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Vehicle thefts in 2 counties lead to charges for 4 in unrelated cases
The alleged thefts of vehicles have led to felony charges for four area residents, filed in Douglas and Howell counties. more
Santa’s mailbox now open

With just four weeks to go until Christmas, Santa’s mailbox is now open and quickly filling up with letters from children with special gift requests. more
Safety incidents reported Friday at 2 Howell County schools
Two incidents Friday resulted in action taken to ensure school safety at the West Plains district school buildings and Willow Springs Middle School. more
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Editorial Roundup: United States
Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad: Dec. 2 The Washington Post on the U.S. economy: It has been a miracle year for the U.S. economy. Inflation has plummeted … more
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MO--Missouri Digest, 12pm update, MO
Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select Missouri stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of Missouri and the rest of the world, visit … more
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