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Iris are the trumpets of early spring color, coming in a variety of colors. “A gardener can enjoy a remarkable range of colors and a bloom season that extends for weeks,” said David Trinklein, University of Missouri Extension state horticulturist.
Somewhere over the rainbow you'll find irises
According to Greek mythology, Iris was a goddess who served as a messenger between the divine world and the human world. The Greek gods never communicated directly with mortals. Instead, they sent … more
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During the annual spring fundraising drive centered around the Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains country music concert, Ozark Cafe donated $5,000 to the cause. The money was raised through a “Super Bowl Squares” game, the giveaway of a spa basket made by co-owner Kim Eding and the proceeds from the restaurant’s Cystic Fibrosis Day. "The Eding family and all their staff at Ozark Cafe work extra hard during our concert time to help us in any way possible. We appreciate all they do for Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains," said Rick Frazier, a volunteer for the organization. From left: Ozark Cafe employees Samantha Jazdzewski, Brooke Henderson holding Cooper Henderson, and John Marchant; Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains supporter Joe Auffert; Ozark Cafe owner Kim Eding; Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Jessica Joice-Frazier; Ozark Cafe employee Jasmine Roberts, owner Raymond Eding holding Sterling Roberts, employees Amanda Johnson and Chris Johnson, and owner Ella Eding; and Cystic Fibrosis volunteers Rick and Lois Frazier.
Ozark Cafe contributes $5,000 to CF cause
Davidson earns Doctor of Optometry degree
Kendra Davidson, West Plains, was among 129 students recently awarded a Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee.  Davidson graduated summa cum laude and … more
The Dora High School Class of 2025 recently made a $100 donation to Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains. "We would like to thank the Dora R-3 High School Class of 2025 for thinking of Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains and making this donation,” said Rick Frazier, volunteer with the organization. “It is nice to know they are thinking of others during one of the biggest steps in their life. This is a very thoughtful group of young people."
Dora Class of ‘25 donates to cystic fibrosis cause
Pastor Diane Cooke
WORDS TO LIVE BY: Holy Spirit
Acts 2:1-21 details the coming of the Holy Spirit upon Jesus’ followers after he ascended into heaven. On the Day of Pentecost, people heard and understood for themselves the good news of Jesus … more
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Trimble presents positivity principles to J.A.G. students
Ozarks Healthcare's Transitional CEO Melody Trimble recently delivered a presentation to West Plains High School students participating in the Jobs for America's Graduates (J.A.G.) program. Drawing … more
Tim Richards
God’s way
Sakichi Toyoda was born February 14, 1867, in a remote farming community in Japan. His dad was not a farmer but a carpenter who loved to tinker with things. Sakichi was like his father and would … more
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OZH Foundation to host free charitable estate planning luncheon
The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation invites community members to a free luncheon at noon Tuesday at the West Plains Country Club at 1402 Country Club Drive. The event will feature Ashley Silva, … more
Community First Banking Company of West Plains recently served as the Platinum Sponsor of the Ozarks Small Business Incubator’s signature National Small Business Week celebration, EPIC: Farm to Fork in the Ozark. The bank’s $1,500 contribution enabled OzSBI to host its annual event, this year’s theme based around agricultural entrepreneurship. Learn more at crm.ozsbi.com/epic25, or call 417-256-9724 for more information. From left: Ila Sloan, OzSBI chief financial officer; Heather Fisher, OzSBI executive director; Heather Ziegler; Kelly Slayton, Community First executive vice president and chief operations officer; Daniel McKinney, vice president of lending; and Ricky Baker, OzSBI business engagement specialist.
Community First sponsors OzSBI’s EPIC
Fly and tick control in cattle
It’s the time of year when flies and ticks start becoming a problem for cattle, and they can be more than just a nuisance. “These external parasites not only cause irritation and … more
Big Piney Nature Center and Museum
A dream I have
Columnist’s note: I wrote this article in June of 2012. This week the dream has finally come to be a reality. We are calling it the Big Piney Nature Center and Museum. And yes, it is much like … more
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SCOCOG: Apply for home down payment assistance program
In April and May, Howell County suffered from natural disasters including heavy rains, straight line winds, flooding and tornados.  Through federal funding awarded by the Missouri … more
Three days to hay with a minor change
May’s precipitation has made haymaking challenging when rain is frequent and sometimes unpredictable, but University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Carson Roberts has a tip to … more
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Noblett Lake
Finding hungry fish in the Ozarks' hidden gems
The Memorial Day holiday weekend ended with a washout as the stubborn wet weather cycle we have been experiencing continues. Area lakes and rivers had been fishing well until the muddy waters hit. I … more
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Wood & Huston Bank recently contributed $500 to the West Plains Noon Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser, featuring a giveaway drawing for a cruise for two won by Stacey Tune of West Plains. The fundraiser supports Rotary programs including the Backpack Program to combat food insecurity over weekends and long school breaks. Shown, in no particular order: Shauna Lockett, Syliva Biggers, Ashley Young, Ashlyn Waggoner, Rotarian Lana Snodgras, Andy Tripp, Kent Kelley, Kylie Bolerjack , Belinda Kuntz, Rotarian Greg Carter, Brittany Smith and Zoe Mahoney.
Wood & Huston gives Rotary fundraiser a boost
Women in Livestock: Smarter marketing with artificial intelligence
University of Missouri Extension’s Pearls of Production program is hosting a webinar series for women livestock producers across the state. Although the content is created for women producers, … more
Steve and Cathy Driscoll, proprietors of St. Michael’s Nursery in Brandsville.
With St. Michael’s Nursery, Driscolls cultivate community
In September 1982, Steve and Cathy Driscoll escaped the suburban sprawl of St. Louis and settled in the Ozarks.  The couple purchased 40 acres a few miles southeast of West Plains. It was … more
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Daniel Kirley offers handcrafted birdhouses in all shapes and sizes.
Produce coming on, selling quickly
Come hungry, leave happy, and shop local every Saturday with our 30-plus vendors! Meet Our Newest Vendors Tinkz Craftz, owner Arnold Deatherage, is a new small business specializing in … more
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Missouri issues new WIC cards
New cards are coming to Missouri WIC (Women, Infants and Children).  As of May 1, the chipped cards that we have been using since 2020 will no longer work. WIC benefits will be loaded onto … more
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No such thing as following Christ halfway
I remember an acquaintance of mine sharing a story that led to him becoming successful in sales. He was not happy with his job, so he told his boss he wanted out of sales. The boss said he … more
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