Missouri State Parks officials are asking for public input regarding the future development and considerations to be made for the Eleven Point State Park in Oregon County. more

Editor’s note: The following article describes an investigation into the reported rape of an intoxicated woman. While care has been taken to report on charges with sensitivity to survivors and readers, it may still be disturbing to read. If you are experiencing domestic or sexual violence, or if you’re a survivor of the same and in need of support, call Christos House’s hotline, 800-611-5853.
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Two area residents are facing multiple felony charges after a traffic stop conducted by the Douglas County Sheriff's Department. more

The Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program is one way that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service provides benefits to communities in and around national forests, including the Mark Twain National Forest. more

A woman from Calico Rock, Ark., succumbed to fatal injuries caused by a crash at 3:39 p.m. April 15 on Highway 177 in Pineville, Izard Co., Ark., the Arkansas State Police reported. more

The Summersville Friends of the Library will hold its popular Spring Plants & Books Sale from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. more

A Koshkonong resident was arrested April 10 after allegedly perpetrating a sexual assault on a teenage family member. more

Howell County Commissioners have two meetings scheduled for their regular Monday session at 10 a.m. in the conference room on the second floor of the county office building, 35 Court Square. more

After months of preparation, visitors to Ozark National Scenic Riverways enjoyed a spectacular total eclipse, said officials with the National Parks Service. more

“A wonderful time was had on Saturday night the 30th of March when three bands played bluegrass, country and gospel music,” said Joan Dix, president of the Better Eminence Schools for Tomorrow, which held its annual music concert that day in the Eminence High School gym. more

A Fulton County, Ark., man has been charged with 14 felonies after an investigation into allegations that he sexually assaulted a minor, which also reportedly led to the discovery he had used a computer to solicit or attempt to "seduce, solicit, lure or entice" a child or someone he believed to be a child to engage in sexually explicit conduct. more

In a move indicative of proactive legislative response to economic crises, the Missouri House of Representatives recently passed the "Protecting Missouri's Small Businesses Act" (HB 2874). This legislation comes as a beacon of hope for small businesses across Missouri, offering a substantial package aimed at mitigating the adverse effects caused by emergency shutdown orders, particularly those enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we provide an in-depth analysis of HB 2874, its implications, key provisions, and the broader context of its development and anticipated impact. more

In an initiative to combat the threat of rabies, the Howell County Health Department is set to host its annual rabies vaccination clinics on May 4, offering vital services to the community at reduced costs. This year's clinics aim to broaden the initiative's reach by providing two convenient locations for pet owners in Howell County to access these essential vaccinations. more

David R. Stecklein, 68, Theodosia, has been charged after allegedly stealing a neighbor's pet chicken, killing it and hanging it from a tree in his front yard. more

An Ozark County resident who pleaded guilty in February to felony charges of shooting at a building and third-degree assault in Ozark County has had his charges and sentence altered, according to court records. more

Amanda Hamilton, the branch manager for West Plains Bank and Trust Company in Houston, marks a milestone this month, celebrating her third anniversary with the institution. Her time at West Plains Bank highlights a successful journey in the banking industry that began 16 years ago when she first dipped her toes into the financial world, seeking a job that would accommodate her family’s needs. more

Roseanna L. Tackitt, 47, West Plains, suffered moderate injuries in a two-vehicle crash at 4:29 p.m. Sunday on west U.S. 160, 4 miles east of Caulfield in Howell County, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. more

The Mtn. View City Council will meet for a special session at 6 p.m. Tuesday in council chambers inside city hall, 120 N. Oak St. more

A narcotics search warrant served March 26 at a room at the Baymont Inn in West Plains has resulted in felony drug charges filed against four area residents. more