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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
Ozarks Healthcare recently contributed $1,000 as a ticket sponsor for the West Plains Noon Rotary Club’s fundraiser, in which a drawing was held for a four-night Royal Caribbean cruise for two, including flights. The winner, drawn April 24, was Stacy Tune of West Plains. Funds raised will go toward the club’s support of community programs, including the Backpack Program, which provides food for students to take home over weekends and long school breaks. From left: Dr. Carolyn Ellsworth, and Director of Clinics Megan Thompson with OZH; Rotarians Ramona Heiney, Sylvia Biggers and Lana Snodgras; and Dr. Karen Johal and nurse Shelby See with OZH.
OZH supports Rotary fundraising effort
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
Search of Cherry St. home turns up almost ½-pound of meth, say police
Two West Plains residents are charged with first-degree drug trafficking and keeping or maintaining a public nuisance after almost a half-pound of methamphetamine was found in their home, according … more
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Stasia Kelly, daughter of Emmett Kelly, Sr., is seated in the backseat of a convertible, featured in a parade held during the Emmett Kelly Clown Festival, held last weekend in Houston. Emmett Kelly was born in Kansas and spent his childhood in the Cabool and Houston area as part of a farm family, according to the Missouri State Historical Society of Missouri. He moved to Kansas City to look for work at about age 19 and eventually found work in carnivals and the circus. Stasia Kelly was born to Emmett and his second wife Elvira after he had been a performer for Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus for over 13 years, according to SHSMO.
Annual Emmett Kelly tribute festival celebrates history with whimsical flair
Winona woman dies in crash
A 78-year-old Winona woman was the victim of a fatal collision that happened at 2:40 p.m. April 22 on Highway 17, 7 miles north of Mtn. View in Texas County, according to the Missouri State Highway … more
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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
Drugs, weapons and a barred owl: Ava search nets charges
The search of an Ava residence led to felony drug and weapons charges for two people and a misdemeanor charge for another after a barred owl carcass was allegedly found in a freezer.  … 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
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Howell County contracts with company for tornado cleanup Howell County Presiding Commissioner Ralph Riggs announced Friday the county has partnered with CTC Disaster Response, a nationwide … more
Molly Clair and Company will perform at the 86th annual Meeting of Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative Members on Friday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with food and informational booths; entertainment is at 5:30 and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. The office will close that afternoon at 1 p.m. There will be a Kids’ Zone featuring inflatable slide, bounce house and obstacle course. Get registered for prizes. Must be present to win.
Annual HOEC Member Meeting is Friday
On Friday, Molly Clair and Company will perform for the 86th annual membership meeting of the Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. The event … 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
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