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2024 Old Time Music, Ozarks Heritage Festival headliners announced
Headliners announced for this year’s Old-Time Music, Ozarks Heritage Festival are CJ Newsom’s Classic Country from Branson with Terry Wayne Sanders, performing at 8 p.m. June 7, and Big Smith of Springfield, set to play at 8 p.m. June 8. Both performances will be held in the West Plains Civic Center theater.  more
West Plains recipients of the State FFA Degree, from left: Cody Jedlicka, Jaden Brotherton, Hattie Patillo, Ruby Hinds and Hallie Bunch.
West Plains FFA earns another Top Chapter Award, several individual awards
The Missouri FFA Association awarded the West Plains FFA Chapter a Gold Emblem and a Top Chapter Award once again during the 96th annual state convention held April 17 through 19 in Columbia. West Plains placed 16th out of 362 chapters. Only 10% of state chapters receive a top chapter designation annually, officials pointed out. more
Howell County 911 to get major upgrades with help from ARPA funds
Upgrades leading to better efficiency and accuracy of 911 services will soon be happening in Howell County and the surrounding area, thanks to grant funding appropriated through the American Rescue Plan Act and approved by the Missouri General Assembly and Gov. Michael Parson, supporting improvement projects in 65 counties in all. more
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The Mtn. View-Birch Tree School District was gifted an administrative office facility by Simmons Bank, plus office furnishings and a storage facility, and recently celebrated the occasion with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The building was formerly used as a bank, and unique elements like a vault and a night deposit box built into the wall remain, hinting at its history. From left: Mtn. View Assistant Superintendent Ryan Chowning, Simmons Bank Financial Center Manager Melody Cooper and community lender Lana Rector, school board member John Thompson, Simmons Bank Regional Community President Steve Vines, school board member Mikael Orchard, Superintendent Lanna Tharp and school board President Eric Wells and members Michael Smith, Josh Roberts and Shelly Mantel.
Simmons Bank gifts administrative building to Mtn. View-Birch Tree School District
MOUNTAIN VIEW — The Mtn. View-Birch Tree School Board recently celebrated the official opening of a new facility donated by Simmons Bank in Mtn. View, including administrative offices and furnishings and a 1,200 square foot storage building, located on Elm Street between Simmons Bank and Mtn. View Elementary School. more
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2 men accused of threatening women with guns in late-night weekend incidents
Two men have been charged in incidents that reportedly happened at almost the same time over the weekend at local businesses, each involving threats with a firearm. more
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Pie competition returns to Old-Time Music Fest
The 30th annual Old-Time Music, Ozark Heritage Festival will celebrate Missouri culture June 7 and 8 in downtown West Plains, and as part of the festivities, the pie competition will return for a fifth year. more
Howell County Commissioners met with Christos House Domestic Violence Services representatives during a recent regular meeting and declared April Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Howell County. The action is meant to bring attention to the prevalence of sexual assault in the area and nationwide, and remind victims of available legal, medical and mental health recovery resources, including Christos House. The nonprofit organization provides guidance to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The proclamation says, in part, that statistics show 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men will experience some form of sexual violence with physical contact during their lives. The commission reaffirmed their commitment to "reducing sexual violence in Howell County through prevention education, increased awareness and holding perpetrators who commit acts of violence responsible for their actions." The Christos House Hotline number is 800-611-5853, or dial 911 in an emergency. Seated, from left: County Clerk Kelly Waggoner, Northern Commissioner Calvin Wood, Presiding Commissioner Ralph Riggs and Southern Commissioner Billy Sexton. Standing are Christos House Outreach advocate Kenya Cook, left, and shelter advocate Tommie Hagen.
Howell Co. Commission commits to reducing sexual violence statistics
Troop G's Johnson, Roberts receive Meritorious Service Awards for heroic acts
Two local troopers were among 29 Missouri State Highway Patrols to be recognized with awards at an annual banquet held Saturday in Cape Girardeau. more
Iowa motorcyclist dies in crash near Hardy
An Iowa man suffered fatal injuries in a motorcycle crash at 5:07 p.m. Saturday on Arkansas Highway 175 near Hardy in Sharp County, according to the Arkansas State Police. more
Suspicious fire call leads to recovery of stolen ATVs, camper, say deputies
A Willow Springs resident has been charged with three counts of stealing a motor vehicle and one count of stealing $750 or more after investigation into a suspicious fire and the discovery of utility vehicles and a camper that had been reported stolen. more
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From left with a painting, "Let There be Light" by Dr. Bolaji Ogunwo, recently unveiled at the West Plains Public Library: Friends of the Library President Debra Pettit, Ogunwo, and Friends of the Library Vice President Keara Johnson and Secretary Jenifer Strange. Jenifer Collins is treasurer for the Friends of the Library.
New mural unveiled at WP Library, artist recognized
Prolific creator of West Plains murals Dr. Bolaji Ogunwo recently unveiled his latest painting, "Let There Be Light," at the West Plains Public Library and was presented with a proclamation from West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff for his contributions to the community and library. more
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West Plains attorney Melissa Stewart, left, is now the Honorable Melissa Stewart, having been appointed by Gov. Mike Parson to the judgeship recently vacated with the retirement of Associate 37th Judicial Circuit Judge Donna Anthony. Stewart was sworn in April 15 at the Howell County Courthouse by Presiding Circuit Judge Steven Privette, foreground right, in a ceremony attended by family, friends, fellow attorneys and judges, including Associate Circuit Judges R. David Ray, standing between Stewart and Privette, and Sandra Brewer, partially obscured by Privette.
Melissa Stewart sworn in as 37th Circuit judge
West Plains attorney Melissa Stewart has been sworn in as an associate 37th Judicial Circuit judge to replace Donna Anthony, who recently retired from the seat after being elected in 2018 and 2022. The appointment was made by Gov. Mike Parson and announced April 15, the same day Stewart was sworn in by Presiding Circuit Judge Steven Privette at the Howell County Courthouse. more
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Members of the Honor Guard, which performs the duties of military funerals, met Monday at the American Legion Hall off of Bill Virdon Boulevard to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its formation. The anniversary goes further back than the official formation of the Missouri Military Honors Program in 1999. Founding members Charles Raggo, now living in Brighton, Tenn., and Dale Bjorgaard stopped by the Quill to talk about what the Honor Guard does and touch upon its history. The group first met on April 9, 1994, to practice its duties, and approached local funeral directors and those in the area about administering the unique recognition of military veterans at funeral services at a time when it wasn't very common. That includes the playing of taps by a bugler, a 21-gun salute if requested by the family and the removal of the American flag from the veteran's casket, folding it and presenting it to the veteran's family. Honor Guard members, from left: Joe Bean, Ed Beaver, Stanley Taylor, Raggo, Phil Vance, Charles Boyd, Bjorgaard, Larry Ball, Norman Carte, Owen Lunn, founding member Kelly Deadmond, Speedy Curtis and Larry Van Hove. Perry Johnson and Lynn Campo are also members. Another founding member, Howard Correll, died in 2022 at age 90.
West Plains Honor Guard celebrates 30th anniversary
Officials seek public input on Eleven Point State Park
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
Businesses urged to be on alert for apparent Best of West Plains scam
This week, the Quill learned of a possible scam related to the results of the recent 2023 Best of West Plains contest, published in the March 30 issue of the Quill’s West Plains Gazette. more
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Two youths in custody after middle school threat reported
The Howell County Sheriff's Office has reported a 12-year-old West Plains Middle School student has been placed in juvenile custody after threats made on April 18 and Monday. more
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Traffic stop in Douglas County leads to drug trafficking charges for 2
Two area residents are facing multiple felony charges after a traffic stop conducted by the Douglas County Sheriff's Department. more
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Mo. counties with national forest land receive $2.6M in funding for schools, roads
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
At the April meeting of the West Plains City Council several members of the West Plains Fire Department and the West Plains police Department were recognized for their lifesaving actions, resulting in the handicapped victim of a house fire being removed to safety during a blaze with heavy fire and smoke and the resuscitation of a man that was suffering a severe cardiac event with a low survival rate. From left are Firefighter Jacob Barks, Assistant Fire Chief Chris Sterner, firefighter Brett Wilcox, Fire Chief Kurt Wilbanks, Police Chief Stephen Monticelli, Mayor Mike Topliff, firefighter Jacob Barks, and Fire Lt. Wayne Cormier. Also recognized was firefighter Bud McMillen, who arrived at the medical emergency and helped administer CPR during resuscitation efforts that helped ensure the survival of the patient.
West Plains Heroes: West Plains City Council honors bravery and lifesaving efforts of first responders in Double Rescue Feat
On March 2 a structure fire was reported at a home on Amyx Street, with a handicapped man located at the back door but unable to get out. West Plains Assistant Fire Chief Chris Sterner and Police Chief Stephen Monticelli presented the awards. West Plains Police Lt. Brandon Stephens arrived on the scene and was able to pull the man onto the porch from the doorway amid heavy fire and smoke, and oxygen tanks exploding inside the house. Fire Lt. Wayne Cormier then arrived and together they were able to pick up and move the victim to safety. more
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Quill 2024 commemorative graduation book
Parents, family members and community supporters of the West Plains High School Class of 2024 have a special opportunity to celebrate their seniors. more
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