On Nov. 24, Jessica Joice-Frazier and her family joined veteran and entrepreneur Joe Spears to celebrate his 99th birthday — and to recognize and honor his service during World War II with a wreath bearing an American flag and Air Force flag, provided by Wreaths Across America. more

The MFA Oil Foundation, known for its dedication to improving communities across the region, has awarded a generous grant to Hammond Mill Camp, Inc., marking another significant contribution to community development and youth engagement. This grant will specifically assist in purchasing an outdoor Ga Ga Ball Pit, a popular and engaging game that promises to bring fun and physical activity to the camp's offerings. more

During the month of October, several downtown West Plains businesses participated in the West Plains Optimist Club Fall Display Contest. Judges were asked to pick the top three winners based on creativity, adherence to a topic, attention to detail and cleverness. more

Along with all the other events being held Saturday for the Willow Springs Downtown Holli-Day, the Willow Springs Arts Council announces it is sponsoring an Invitational Art Show. This is the second year for the event and participating area schools include Thayer, Ava, Mtn. View, Willow Springs, Mtn. Grove, Cabool and West Plains. more

Ozarks Healthcare has a gem in Dani Dawson, an exceptional monitor tech and unit coordinator for their Cardiac Step-down Unit (CSU). Dawson, known for her charismatic personality and spunk, has been a vital part of the healthcare team, bringing a unique vibrancy that has become indispensable to her colleagues and the unit. more

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Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) alumni Taler and Anna (Cantrell) Sutherland will be the guest speakers at the Friends of the Garnett Library meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Dec. 8 in rooms 104 and 105 of the Lybyer Technology Center. more

Ozark Artery, in partnership with The Yellow House, is set to host its second annual Ozark Artery Art Show Competition. Entries for the show will be accepted from 2 to 6 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Yellow House, 209 W. Trish Knight St. more

Black River Technical College’s (BRTC) Law Enforcement Training Academy (LETA) in Pocahontas, Ark., held its Fall 2023 graduation ceremony Nov. 9 for the 33 officers who completed the Basic Police Training Course, including a cadet from Cherokee Village, Ark., who earned special recognition. more

Two Willow Springs High School students have been nominated for the Missouri School Board Association’s John T. Belcher Scholarship. more

In a recent celebration highlighted in the November Bulldog Bulletin Newsletter, Cabool Schools Superintendent Dr. Karl Janson was honored with a prestigious award from the Missouri Association of Rural Education. Dr. Janson, who has dedicated 24 years to the field of education, received this annual award in recognition of his exceptional work in educational administration. more

Lindsay Holden, assistant vice president and loan officer at West Plains Bank and Trust Company’s Liberty Branch in Mtn. View, marks a significant milestone this month, celebrating 11 years in the banking industry. Holden's journey in banking, notable for its dedication and progression, began in her senior year of high school through a school-to-work program. more

The Willow Springs Tuesday Study Club met at the Willow Springs Senior Center on Nov. 7 with Mary Knott as hostess. After a brief business meeting, Mary gave the following presentation: more

West Plains School District officials congratulate the November first and second grade Character Kids for exhibiting the trait of responsibility. Community First Banking Company sponsors the program. more