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This month for Dare to Dine, the trending challenge is to eat old school in order to save money.
In the past, when many items were rationed, flour was in high demand for baking bread, leading
to a shift in breakfast staples. Enter cornmeal, a fundamental ingredient for early American
settlers.
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By Sue Neitzel, Quill Food Columnist
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5/13/26
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The American Red Cross will host two blood drives in West Plains this month, urging residents
to secure appointments now to help the blood supply stay ahead of seasonal pressures.
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5/13/26
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In time and space, and in every way we can imagine, God is near to us. Let us follow the
guidance of the prophet Isaiah as recorded in verse 6 of chapter 55: “Seek the Lord while you
can find him. Call upon him now while he is near” (NLT).
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By Diane Cooke, Pastor, Willow Springs & Mountain View Presbyterian Churches
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5/13/26
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The Yellow House Community Arts Center will host a pair of live music events organized by West Plains Underground later this month.
The first concert is scheduled for May 16. The lineup features …
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5/9/26
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East Nashville, Tenn.-based singer-songwriter Justin Alan Payne announced he is scheduled to perform at Shenanigans on July 23.
Shenanigans, a new venue located at No. 5 Luster Arcade in …
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5/9/26
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The Harlin Museum invites local and regional artists to submit their three-dimensional and dimensional artwork for its upcoming summer exhibition, "Beyond the Canvas: Where Creativity Takes Shape."
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5/9/26
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A total of 315 students will be candidates for graduation from Missouri State University-West Plains) during the 2026 commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. today at the West Plains Civic Center.
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5/9/26
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The Harlin Museum’s annual art show, dedicated this year to the nation’s semiquincentennial, concluded with a reception and awards ceremony on April 25.
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5/9/26
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WEST PLAINS, MO., May 6, 2026 — Compared to last week, slaughter cows and bulls were $1 to $2 higher at Ozarks Regional Stockyards. Demand was good on a moderate supply of slaughter animals and …
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5/9/26
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Commission to meet Monday
The Howell County Commission will conduct a meeting at 10 a.m. Monday in the conference room on the second floor of the Howell County Office …
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5/9/26
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Arts Alliance member events and activities:
May 9 (7 p.m.) Bryan White concert, West Plains Civic Center Theater, 110 St. Louis St.
May 12 (6-7 p.m.) “Enjoying the …
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5/9/26
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At first glance, a dairy voice in a beef conversation might seem unexpected. But across Missouri, where cattle operations of all kinds form the backbone of rural communities, it becomes clearer that the lines between beef and dairy are not separate conversations. They are part of the same cattle industry and, increasingly, the same supply chain.
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By Chloe Collins, Dairy Specialist, University of Missouri Extension, Mtn. Grove
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5/9/26
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It’s Mother’s Day weekend, and what mom doesn’t love flowers? We have a great variety of
hanging baskets and flowers to choose from. You can also find handcrafted wood planter boxes,
candle holders and other unique wood craft items in many colors she will love.
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By Patrice Jennings, Market Manager
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5/6/26
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Recently I witnessed the joy of someone who had an important item returned after it had been
dropped accidentally. It was an act of kindness by a stranger, and I think it was much
appreciated.
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By Diane Cooke, Pastor, Willow Springs & Mountain View Presbyterian Churches
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5/6/26
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In 1981, I graduated from the Moody Bible Institute, a Christian college in Chicago. While at the
school, I was privileged to be part of the Moody Chorale.
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By Tim Richards, Religion Columnist
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5/6/26
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And I know that there are folks who think that rules are really not necessary. In fact, we often
see rules as restricting and controlling. But the fact of the matter is this: We need rules so that
we can live with one another. The Ten Commandments were given to us not to restrict us, but to
allow us to live with one another.
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By Kent Wilfong, Pastor, Alton and Doniphan United Methodist Churches
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5/6/26
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A tai chi program aimed at arthritis management and fall prevention will be offered May 11 through July 27 at the Howell County University of Missouri Extension office, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd. in West Plains.
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5/6/26
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Ozarks Healthcare began seeing patients at its new Willow Springs clinic on Monday.
As a reminder to residents and visitors celebrating Hannah Harper Day, the clinic is offering extended hours today. The facility will remain open until 9 p.m. and is welcoming walk-in patients all day.
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5/6/26
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Howell County WIC (Women, Infants and Children supplemental nutrition program) is planning our fifth annual Mommy and Me event.
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By April Bridges, WIC Nutritionist, Howell County Health Department
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5/6/26
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Ozarks Healthcare has announced the return of its popular Medical Academy of Science and Health (M*A*S*H) Camp for summer 2026. Designed for students interested in exploring careers in health care, …
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5/6/26
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