A lucky Missouri Lottery player in Howell County rang in the New Year as a million-dollar winner. more

West Plains Elementary teacher Haley Falterman was recently celebrated for being selected as a 2024 McDonald’s Outstanding Educator. Porter Waggoner McDonald’s General Manager Kayla Butler and Hilburn-Vaini McDonald’s Supervisor Michael McBride visited the school to present Falterman with the award and a $100 gift card. more

Ozarks Healthcare recently held its annual Longevity Awards Banquet to recognize the outstanding commitment and service of team members who have dedicated decades to providing compassionate care and support to the community. The banquet brought together staff, leadership and family members for an evening of celebration, gratitude and camaraderie. more

The Ozarks Small Business Incubator, 408 Washington Ave. in West Plains, will host a mixer from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday to introduce the business community to the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program. Reservations are due by the end of day today and may be made at ozsbi.com/events. more

Dr. Wes Davis, superintendent of the West Plains R-7 school district, was the featured speaker of the September Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon, and gave a PowerPoint presentation showcasing improvements to facilities and safety measures, various academic and training programs, and the financial health of the district. more

McAlister's Deli, a fast-casual chain restaurant, will open the doors of Missouri’s 34th location at 10 a.m. Sept. 16 at 703 N. Kentucky Ave., next to 10Box Cost Plus grocery store in West Plains. more

Financial Advisor Kevin Brown of the financial services firm Edward Jones in West Plains has received the Certified Financial Planner, or CFP, certification, granted by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board). more

Tickets to the Aug. 16 Bear City Ball at Pine Meadows Venue, 1449 Highway 76 in Willow Springs, are available for purchase in person or online, and Pizza Americana is offering a discount to ticketholders who visit the restaurant for dinner before the ball, announces Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce Director Kim McCormick. more

All are invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house on July 25 to celebrate the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce’s move to 397 Jackie Garrett Drive, the former site of the Greater Ozarks Center for Advanced Technology. more

Ozarks Healthcare Chief Nursing Officer Lacey Carter has been promoted to the position of chief operations officer, health system officials announce. While taking on the duties of her new role, they said, Carter will continue to serve as CNO, overseeing the management and operations of all nursing services across Ozarks Healthcare. more