Arkansas Methodist Medical Center (AMMC) Family Practice & Urgent Care officials in Paragould, Ark., have welcomed Dr. Melissa Wright, board-certified family medicine physician, to its primary care team of providers. more

Officials with Ozarks Healthcare have welcomed Dr. Angela King as the new vice president of Behavioral Health Services, noting she brings extensive experience and leadership in Missouri’s behavioral healthcare space to the team. more

Officials with U-Haul Company of Missouri announce that Winona Hardware Store, 9160 N. Highway 19, has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Winona community.  more

Officials with the American Red Cross continue to amplify the ongoing critical need for blood and platelets to keep the blood supply stable as fall begins. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, those giving platelets and those who have never given before, are needed now, officials stress. more

Texas County Memorial Hospital board members approved the purchase of a new Hologic Horizon DXA bone densitometer at their monthly meeting on Sept. 24. more

Alright, folks, fall is in the air... sort of. I know, I know, it feels more like summer outside lately, but let’s not let that stop us from indulging in a bit of cozy fall comfort food. And what better way to do that than with a hearty bowl of chili? But not just any chili. This is the recipe I’ve kept a secret for years—requested over and over again by anyone who’s ever tasted it. So, after much hesitation, today is the day I share my most prized recipe with you all…my baked potato soup! Oh, you expected my chili? That one goes to the grave with me. more

Fall is in the air, and we’re kicking off the season with a special event at the "Go Farm" Farmers Market this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.! We need your help to make it extra special. It’s time to vote for your favorite vendors in our exciting Vendor Chili Cookoff! more

ShenanigansFest aims to bring local and national talent to the rolling hills of Ozark County this fall and, depending on its success, in the years to come and at expanded venues. The Oct. 14 festival is an all-ages daylong event with camping, food trucks, a beer tent and children's activities. more

Few flowers signal fall’s arrival more than the cheerful chrysanthemum, or mum, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Mums’ long-lasting blooms put on a colorful display for weeks when other flowers have called it quits for the season. more

Cattle producers looking to rapidly improve the genetic progress of their herds will have a hands-on opportunity to learn how to artificially inseminate their cows. more

Local artist Lee Copen’s artwork is featured on OzSBI’s first floor through December, thanks to a partnership between the West Plains Council on the Arts and Ozarks Small Business Incubator to bring quarterly art displays to the incubator.   more

The Optimist Club of West Plains Optimist Club is encouraging area students to contemplate the phrase “How Optimism Has Paved My Road to Success” and submit an essay or speech to enter into the Optimist International Essay and Oratorical contests for the current school year. more

The U.S. 63 bypass in West Plains will be reduced to two lanes from its usual four for about three weeks beginning Oct. 21, Missouri Department of Transportation officials announce. more

The Howell County Commission will meet at 10 a.m. Monday in regular session. The meeting will take place in the conference room on the second floor of the county office building, 35 Court Square in West Plains. more

West Plains city council members, at a special meeting held Monday, voted unanimously to approve a site plan for a new Dollar General store to be located on the north end of the block between Lincoln Avenue and Jefferson Avenue, off of Abe Taylor Street. more

The magic of Neverland has arrived in West Plains! Last night, the West Plains Playhouse kicked off its much-anticipated production of Peter Pan and Wendy at the West Plains Civic Center Theater, and audiences were transported to a world where flying children, daring pirates, and a sprinkle of fairy dust make anything possible. If you haven’t secured your tickets yet, now’s the time! This enchanting production runs through October 13th, and with showtimes both in the evening and afternoon, there’s plenty of opportunity to experience the wonder. more

The Avenue Theatre is opening its doors for an exciting opportunity to engage the community in a meaningful way. On Oct. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m., a Town Hall Meeting will be held at the MSU Garnett Library. This gathering is open to everyone—from friends of the theatre to past and present actors—and offers a unique chance for the local community to share their suggestions, thoughts, and ideas. Whether you’re a passionate advocate for the arts or simply someone with a good idea, this meeting is the perfect platform to get involved. more

The Lincoln School Project is beyond excited to welcome acclaimed muralist and artist Cbabi Bayoc to the Historic Lincoln School for an unforgettable evening of artistic inspiration! This special event, titled Artistic Inspirations, will take place on October 29, 2024, from 5:00 to 6:15 PM. Attendees will get a rare chance to hear directly from Bayoc as he dives into his creative process, shares his influences, and discusses the incredible power of art to challenge perceptions and inspire meaningful change. more

"Religious trauma." It’s a phrase we’ve been hearing more and more in recent years, and if studies are to be believed, nearly one-third of Americans have experienced it in some form. It’s something that’s leaving a lasting mark on the hearts and minds of people across the country. But what exactly is religious trauma, and why has it become such a prevalent topic? more