Boil advisory remains in effect for parts of Mtn. View
A precautionary boil advisory remains active for a portion of Mtn. View following a major water main break at the intersection of Jackson and Washington streets earlier this week.
The advisory affects all residents living south of First Street, including Washington Street from South Marr Street to South Jackson Street, as well as the entirety of Jackson Street.
City crews isolated and repaired the ruptured line, which required replacing a section of legacy asbestos-insulated pipe with modern plastic piping. Municipal officials stated that a contracted firm, Kajak, will handle the systematic replacement of the remaining legacy pipe segments moving forward. The Street Department has completed structural repairs to the road following erosion damage caused by the high-pressure water break. As of press time, the boil advisory has not been lifted.
WP Car Club to host 38th annual Wheels & Deals Car Show
The West Plains Car Club will host its 38th annual Wheels & Deals Car Show from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 13, on the campus of the First Church of God, 1700 Wayhaven Drive. The regional event welcomes all makes, models and years of vehicles.
Those planning to enter their cars are invited to stop by the Quill office at 205 Washington Ave. ahead of the show to have a photographer take a picture to promote the event. Business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
The car show features unique valve cover races, a parts swap meet, regional vendors and local food and beverage trucks. Registration is $20 per vehicle, and the club with the highest turnout will receive a $100 prize. Dash plaques and door prizes will be awarded to the first 50 entries, and the show will culminate with a salute to veterans and the presentation of 50 specialty awards.
For more information, contact event coordinator George at 417-257-8293.
Lincoln School Project to host 154th District candidate discussion
The Lincoln School Project will host a free, public moderated discussion featuring the candidates for Missouri's 154th House District from 5:30 to 7 p.m. June 25, at the historic Lincoln School, 1400 E. Pony Thomas St. in West Plains.
Republican candidates Travis Smith and incumbent Lisa Durnell, alongside Democratic candidate JoJo Stewart, are scheduled to participate. The event will be co-moderated by project founders Crockett and Tonya Oaks. The forum is designed to provide residents with direct insight into the candidates' visions for rural legislation, community priorities, leadership and public service. To ensure an equitable format, each candidate will receive equal response times, with the speaking order rotating throughout the evening.
The civic event coincides with the 100th anniversary of the historic schoolhouse. Admission is free, but seating is strictly limited. Residents planning to attend must submit an RSVP via email to LincolnSchool65775@gmail.com.
