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City officials explained the cause of a power outage Wednesday morning which affected the eastern portion of West Plains as an over-amperage — excessive draw of electrical current — caused by the extreme cold and the added draw on power from the use of heating devices, causing the system to shut down.
Over-amperage occurs when the demand for electricity exceeds the capacity that a substation or circuit can safely handle, officials explained, and protective systems activate to prevent equipment damage or safety risks , which can result in outages as the system automatically shuts down to safeguard critical infrastructure. more
West Plains schools will resume classes as normal on Tuesday, officials with the West Plains R-7 District announced. more
John C. Holstein, a retired judge whose storied career began in Howell County and included serving as chief justice of the Supreme Court of Missouri, died Tuesday, Dec. 31 at his home in Springfield. He was 79. more
An Alton man who was the subject of a standoff with law enforcement a month ago in Alton has now been charged with felonies related to the incident and had homemade explosive devices during the standoff, according to court records, which reveal further details of the incident. more
The West Plains Police Department has announced that its high-visibility Driving While Intoxicated Enforcement Campaign, intended to enhance safety during the New Year's Eve holiday, resulted in the arrest of one person on a charge of driving while intoxicated, and additional arrests on a no-bond warrant and driving while revoked or suspended. more
Friends of Garnett Library more
With temperatures expected to dip below freezing this weekend, and likely to stay below freezing during the day throughout the first half of next week, those who are unhoused or in a living situation with inadequate heat might want to consider local services that can offer shelter or a hot meal. more
2024 was a busy year with plenty for the Quill to report on, from weather events to milestones and plenty in between. more
A lucky Missouri Lottery player in Howell County rang in the New Year as a million-dollar winner. more
Missouri State University-West Plains has been awarded a $359,000 grant to provide continued support for the recent expansion of the nursing program. more
Members of the Willow Springs City Council approved upcoming yearly agreements with local entities during the council’s December meeting. Mayor Brooke Fair and aldermen Danny Bradley, Kim Rich, Jennifer Owens and Phill Knott were all present. more
Holiday hours reminder more
The parents of an Alton resident who was the subject of a standoff with law enforcement earlier this month have been charged with hindering the prosecution of a felony because they housed their son, Daniel G. Johnson, 52, while knowing he had a warrant for his arrest on six felony charges, filed after an incident in September. more
The December meeting of the West Plains R-7 school board began with an introduction of high school students who took part in fall athletics and activities, some of which have concluded their seasons. more
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