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This spring, the Midwest is set to witness an entomological phenomenon of almost mythic proportions. Billions of cicadas, specifically from Broods XIII and XIX, will emerge simultaneously from their subterranean slumber for the first time since 1803. This rare dual emergence, a marvel of the natural world, presents an opportunity to observe a unique biological event that will not recur for another 221 years. According to University of Missouri Extension specialist and entomologist Tamra Reall, also affectionately known as "Dr. Bug," this spectacle promises to transform the landscape into a buzzing epicenter of cicada activity. more
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Spring is the time when many gardeners are digging in the dirt to prepare their landscapes for the coming growing season. Whether you have a big yard or just a bit of a porch or patio, you can attract butterflies and other good bugs along with birds through naturescaping with native blooms. Planting native plants can help the garden grow by attracting native bees, birds, and butterflies as pollinators. And many fruit and vegetable plants produce better from pollination by some of Missouri’s hundreds of species of native bees and butterflies. more
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the National Deer Association (NDA) invite landowners and others interested in managing deer on their properties to join their free 2024 Missouri Deer Management Webinar Series via Zoom. more
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Spring has sprung, and many Missouri plants and trees have already begun to bloom. Unfortunately, one invasive tree will be prominent along roadways and other open areas: the Callery pear tree. In an effort to eradicate these invasive, nonnative trees from the landscape, the Missouri Department of Conservation is partnering with the Missouri Invasive Plant Council, Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, and Forrest Keeling Nursery to host a Callery pear “buyback” program April 23. more
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) thank the thousands of Missouri deer hunters who donated 247,575 pounds of venison to the state’s Share the Harvest program this past deer season, including 5,394 whole deer. more
Free program will discuss techniques for cleaning these popular sportfish. more
The Peerless Motor Company, once a luminary in the American automotive industry, represents a remarkable chapter in the history of transportation. This story, steeped in innovation, luxury, and an inevitable decline, mirrors the volatile nature of industrial America in the early 20th century. From its inception to its transformation, the saga of Peerless is not just about cars; it's a testament to American ingenuity, the pursuit of excellence, and the harsh realities of economic fluctuation. more
In the mid-19th century, the streets of St. Louis, Missouri, became a tableau of hope and hardship for the Irish. Escaping the devastating grip of the Great Famine that began in 1845, waves of Irish immigrants found themselves on American shores, their hearts heavy with loss but buoyed by the promise of a new beginning. St. Louis, a burgeoning hub of commerce and industry, offered a glimmer of opportunity. Yet, the reality awaiting them was a far cry from the dreams that had fueled their journey across the Atlantic. more
The Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Grizzly Softball team is now 13-5 on the season after games against Lyon College and State Fair Community College. more
The West Plains Sunrise Rotary Club is excited to extend an invitation to all golf aficionados and philanthropists to the 22nd Annual Tom Smith Sunrise Rotary Golf Classic. This esteemed event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the picturesque North Terra Golf Course. As spring blossoms into its full glory, this event promises not just a day of exceptional golfing but also an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of local youth through the Rotary Backpack Program. more
Dates for the Grizzly Basketball Summer Camps have been set. more
Columnist Bill Crowder wrote in a recent Our Daily Bread devotional that according to the Daily Mirror, a British newspaper, the average person makes an astonishing 773,618 decisions over a lifetime. The Mirror suggests people eventually “regret 143,262 of them.” Crowder commented, “I have no idea how the paper arrived at these numbers, but it’s clear that we face countless decisions throughout our lifetime.” more
Luke 2:34-35 This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. more
In rural America, the intertwining of Christian faith with patriotism often paints a picture of national identity being synonymous with spiritual salvation. This narrative, deeply ingrained in certain communities, champions the idea that being a "good American" or embodying the archetype of the "good 'ole boy" equates to Christian virtue and assurance of salvation. Embedded within this conflation is the belief that political allegiance, particularly to candidates seen as embodying Christian values, somehow brings one closer to divine favor. However, this blending of spiritual and national identities raises profound theological questions and concerns, diverging significantly from the core teachings of Christianity that underline the universal nature of Christ's message and the path to salvation. more
A ransom is the price paid for the release of a captive. In Mark 10:45, Jesus said, “For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” He said that after he had told his disciples that he would suffer and die. What did he mean? He meant that his death would be voluntary. His life would not be taken from him, but instead he would give up his life as a ransom. Jesus would give his life to accomplish our release. Captive to sin, we cannot free ourselves, and on the cross, Jesus paid the price for us all. He did for us what we could not do for ourselves. We are forgiven, redeemed, saved… because Jesus gave his life as a ransom for us. May God bless your week! Diane Cooke, Pastor, Presbyterian Churches, Willow Springs and Mtn. View. more
In West Plains, an air of excitement and anticipation is building as the Lincoln School, a beacon of cultural heritage and community empowerment, prepares to welcome two illustrious guests. Crockett … more
Need help making sense of this year’s tax forms? Here’s a roundup of tax service providers in West Plains: more
Are you curious if your well water is safe to drink? more
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