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10/11/24

FILE - Randal Worcester departs from the Crawford County Justice Center in Van Buren, Ark., Aug. 22, 2022. (AP Photo/Andrew DeMillo, File)

A second ex-Arkansas deputy was sentenced for a 2022 violent arrest

A former Arkansas deputy has been sentenced to a year in prison for a civil rights violation related to a violent 2022 arrest caught on video. Former Crawford County sheriff's deputy Zackary King on … more

By ANDREW DeMILLO | 10/10/24

AP Sports Digest

The highlights of Thursday's 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

10/10/24

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic violence is a problem everywhere, and each year during October, awareness of the need for education, prevention and resources for victims is brought to the forefront as part of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. more

BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON, KIMBERLYL@WESTPLAINSDAILYQUILL.NET | 10/10/24

West Plains officer honored at highway safety conference

West Plains Police Officer Daiman Meyer was one of a dozen to be recognized at the recent Highway Safety and Traffic Conference for their efforts in moving Missouri towards zero roadway fatalities. more

10/10/24

The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation received a $2,500 sponsorship boost from BÜRO for its recent Blue Jean Ball held at Silver Springs Ranch in West Plains. The event, held Oct. 5, is an annual fundraiser for the Ozarks Healthcare Foundation, with proceeds going toward healthcare scholarships for locals pursuing careers in education, as well as efforts to improve patient care. "We are thrilled to have BÜRO as one of our sponsors for this year's Blue Jean Ball," said OZH Vice President of Development Josh Reeves. "Their support exemplifies the community spirit that drives this event, and we are incredibly grateful for their dedication to improving healthcare in our region." From left: OZH Foundation Project Specialist Janina West, Reeves and BÜRO owner Reid Grigsby and employee Sawyer Jeckstadt.

BÜRO gives $2,500 to Blue Jean Ball

10/10/24

Ozark Marketing was a $1,000 sponsor of the “How to Enchant a Bookshop” dinner theater event held as a fundraiser for the 37th Judicial CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). The Sept. 7 event raised $21,500 for the organization, which advocates for and supports abused and neglected children in the 37th Judicial Circuit, comprised of Howell, Shannon and Oregon counties. From left: Ozark Marketing staff Tyler Payton, Nickales Lawson, Clancy Talbot, Vanessa Williams, Donna Elles, Crystal Cook, Tammy Schultz and John Thomason; 37th Judicial CASA Executive Director Connie Pendergrass; and Ozark Marketing Staff Curties Beaulieu, James Hurtt, Bryan Jacobs and Steven Plante.

Ozark Marketing donates in support of CASA

10/10/24

Local and state representatives that included Missouri Gov. Mike Parson recently gathered to grab shovels and move some dirt to officially kick off the construction of the train overpass on Independence Drive/U.S. 160. The project has been in progress with some preliminary work already completed, including moving power lines and fresh pavement. Mayor Mike Topliff and Parson thanked all involved during the Oct. 3 groundbreaking ceremony, including those agencies that helped secure grants and other funding for the large undertaking. The city has budgeted $7.8 million for the project, supplemented by $2.5 million in Community Development Block Grant money and other funds through the Missouri Department of Economic Development and the Delta Regional Authority. Capital Paving and Construction and Crawford, Murphy &amp; Tilly engineering services are working on the project. From left: Crawford, Murphy &amp; Tilly Construction Services Manager Andy Mueller, 154th District Rep. David Evans, Topliff, Parson, Leonardo DRS Senior Vice President and General Manager Aaron Hankins, Capital Paving and Construction foreman Zack Bremer, and West Plains city councilmen Greg Collins and John Niesen.

Groundbreaking ceremony held for railroad overpass project

10/10/24

Missouri General Election Testing-Advisory

EDITORS: NEWS DIRECTORS: NOT FOR BROADCAST, PUBLICATION OR USE ONLINE The Missouri general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Poll close: 8 p.m. EST/7 p.m. CST First results expected: … more

10/10/24

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10/10/24

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10/10/24

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10/9/24

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A former Arkansas deputy is sentenced for a charge stemming from a violent arrest caught on video

A former Arkansas law enforcement officer who pleaded guilty to violating the civil rights of a man he repeatedly punched during a violent arrest in 2022 will be serving time in a medical facility. … more

10/9/24

Maple trees, such as this picturesque specimen on South Curry Street in West Plains, are among the first to show signs of fall, particularly red maples, native to the Ozarks, which are beginning to hint at the bright red coloring their leaves will soon bear. Other trees showing signs of fall are buckeyes, black walnuts, sassafras, sumac and Virginia creeper.

Fall color changes underway in the Ozarks

The keen observer may notice tree leaves have begun to turn color. more

BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON, KIMBERLYL@WESTPLAINSDAILYQUILL.NET | 10/9/24

Rep. David Evans, 154th District, left, was recently recognized by Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Russell, right, with gratitude for his service as a legislator in protecting and improving the judicial system in Missouri. Prior to being elected to the House, Evans was a judge for 27 years in the 37th Judicial Circuit. He will retire from his office at the end of the year.

Rep. Evans receives Legislative Justice Award

At a recent ceremony honoring service to Missouri and to the state’s judiciary, 154th District Rep. David Evans of West Plains, who previously served as presiding judge for the 37th Judicial Circuit, was honored by Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Russell for his contributions to protecting and improving the fair and just administration of justice in Missouri. more

BY QUILL STAFF, NEWS@WESTPLAINSDAILYQUILL.NET | 10/9/24

WILLOW SPRINGS — Willow Springs City Administrator Beverly Hicks and Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce Treasurer Robert Hollis, bedecked in chicken hats, were the judges of the Bear City Fall Festival Chicken Pageant. Many of the entrants had their chicken dressed in costumes for the activities. From left: Ashley Ledbetter with "Henrietta," second place; Bonnie Mendez with "Brownie Ava," third place; Hicks and Hollis; and Jane Foster with "Elli," first place.

Willow Springs Bear Fest celebrates 50 years

10/9/24

AP Sports Digest

The highlights of Wednesday's 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

10/9/24

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Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up for select New Jersey stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP's complete coverage of New Jersey and the rest of the world, visit … more

10/9/24

Dr. Wright, formerly with OZH Thayer and Mammoth Spring, moves practice to Paragould

Arkansas Methodist Medical Center (AMMC) Family Practice & Urgent Care officials in Paragould, Ark., have welcomed Dr. Melissa Wright, board-certified family medicine physician, to its primary care team of providers. more

10/9/24