Ozarks Healthcare officials announce Dr. Troy Caron, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, has been presented the prestigious Award of Fellow by the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO). more

The trial date for a West Plains man charged with sexual assault is set to begin March 20 before Presiding 37th Judicial Circuit Judge Steven Privette, according to court documents. more

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The yearly Project Homeless Connect event, an outreach service day to put the area's unhoused and unsheltered into contact with assistance agencies and one-day services like medical care, haircuts and help with food and clothing, will be held 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 25 at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. more

The Southeast Coalition for Roadway Safety is offering grant funding to local schools that hold student lock-in events for Project Prom or high school graduation. Events must include a presentation or activity educating students on highway safety issues within their night’s agenda. Qualifying schools will receive $200 each to assist with event expenses such as location rental, food or entertainment.  more

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The annual election of council members for University of Missouri Extension in Howell County is underway. more

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The Willow Springs School Board convened for its regular meeting on Jan. 8, swearing a new student representative and voting to create a committee dedicated to reforming evaluations of the school board and superintendent. more

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – In winter, Missouri is an excellent state to view bald eagles. During this time of year, the state’s small resident eagle population is swelled by migrating birds from the north to increase the numbers to more than 2,500 eagles during some winters. more

North Branch Universal Bank takes immense pride in celebrating the one-year anniversaries of two of its valued employees, Landen Johnson and Sam Brotherton. Both have taken unique paths to become Universal Bankers, demonstrating passion, commitment, and adaptability in their roles. Their journeys exemplify the diverse routes individuals can take towards a successful career in banking. more

Baxter Health has embarked on an ambitious journey to remodel the Cline Emergency Center, beginning this week. This project is poised to bring significant enhancements to the facility, located at 624 Hospital Drive in Mountain Home, Arkansas. While the center will continue to operate during the construction, Baxter Health seeks the community's patience and understanding due to inevitable changes and adjustments. more

Ozark County Commissioners have announced their third attempt to pass an internet use tax, scheduled for a vote on April 2nd. This move comes after previous unsuccessful attempts in both 2020 and 2022 to implement this tax. The proposal has sparked a considerable debate within the county, given its implications for both consumers and the local economy. more

Republican Asa Hutchinson has dropped out of the presidential race, leaving three candidates to compete for the GOP nomination. The former Arkansas governor announced Tuesday he is leaving the race. … more

A day after Donald Trump won Iowa’s caucuses, the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination has turned to New Hampshire. Trump, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki … more

Kansas City Star. January 9, 2024. Editorial: Missouri politicians are pushing to centralize power by restricting citizen petitions One great thing about Missouri: When legislators won’t … more

Fulton County, Ark., Sheriff Jacob Smith has announced his agency is conducting a death investigation after deputies responded to a 911 call on Jan. 8 on Seminole Drive in Hardy, Ark. more

The Richards School Board will hold its monthly session at 6 p.m. Thursday in the school boardroom. more

Craft brewers, distributors and area restaurants will highlight the 11th annual West Plains BrewFest, set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 24 in the arena and exhibit hall at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. Doors will open promptly at 5:30. more

David N. Plyushchev, 22, West Plains, has been charged by grand jury indictment with felony second-degree statutory rape after a traffic stop led to the investigation of Plyushchev as the probable father of teen's baby. more