Seasonal ales brewed with sweet potatoes and apples will pair with locally sourced German fare to welcome autumn at Piney River Brewing Company's annual Fall on the Farm celebration. more

We will be closed this Saturday, Sept. 19, for one day only.  Endurance Church, which allows us the use of its parking lot, is holding its annual Women’s Retreat. The whole parking lot has been reserved for the retreat. more

We have a very important reminder for you to note: The market will be closed next Saturday, Sept. 19. Endurance Church will be hosting its annual Women’s Retreat and needs the whole parking lot. The market will reopen on Sept. 26. more

        Eating family dinners together is associated with healthier eating habits for everyone. When parents try new foods and make healthy choices, children … more

The "real" Michael Jackson still lives in West Plains! And he is back this Saturday with his scrumptious baked goods, including pies, cakes and cookies — and a whole lot more. As y’all know, Michael is always full of surprises for us! more

As America celebrates its 250th birthday this year, a piece of 18th-century military history on display at the Harlin Museum is highlighting a direct line from the winter at Valley Forge to West Plains. more

By late summer, backyard tomato plants hit their stride, leaving successful gardeners with a surplus of fruit. Whether the vines are yielding a slow trickle or a full-on avalanche, a few simple tricks can help gardeners pick tomatoes at the right time, ripen them with confidence and preserve the harvest into winter. more

Hey, foodies! This will be my last column for Down Home with Sue. Over the last 12 years, I've met so many of you, and it's been a true pleasure. For a small town to have so many talented chefs, bakers, food trucks, caterers and folks who simply love to cook is amazing! more

Our Wednesday morning market is now closed for the 2026 season. It looks like it could be a little toasty warm again Saturday, but our vendors will have ice-cold drinks, vanilla ice cream and … more

Long before they became a delectable feature of fruit trays or the essence of a respectable vintage, grapes were busy proving that good things come in bite-sized, sweet packages, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. more

It looks like it could be a little toasty warm again this Saturday, but our vendors will have ice-cold drinks, vanilla ice cream and root beer floats to cool you down. more

It was bound to catch up with us sooner or later, but fear not — I have an icy treat to help beat the heat that you just have to try! Move over, ice cream. This creamy "nice" cream is so easy … more

Thank you again to all our fantastic customers and the whole Ozarks community for making us the largest farmers market within 100 miles! All our vendors are great. By shopping with us, you are … more

Looks like cooler weather Saturday, and we’ll have plenty of produce including watermelon, cantaloupe and sweet corn. If you’re looking for a treat, we’ll also have Mexican street corn, ice cream and root beer floats! more

          I'm hoping I'm not the only one putting up cucumbers from the garden. It's an almost daily task, including today. In case you need a … more

Mid-month, mid-summer, and so far we've been spared from the awful heat that has left many states in shock. When it's too hot to cook, salads are a great choice, and with so many ways to prepare them, it's a cool win. more

For years, Craig Jennings, owner of Ozark Fruit Company and co-founder of the “GoFarm” Farmers Market, has made a name for himself with his popular homemade jams and syrups. Many area residents have purchased Craig’s products right here at the farmers market, in local retail stores and even at area restaurants. more

Picnics are a great way to enjoy the outdoors, good weather and delicious food with family and friends. But before you head outside, make sure foodborne illness doesn’t spoil your day, said Kantha Channaiah, University of Missouri Extension food safety expert. more

What do you do when the zucchini keeps coming and you've already made relish and bread? Make salsa, of course! more

Exciting news for local shoppers: the Wednesday market season officially kicks off today! The midweek market will run from 9 a.m. to noon every Wednesday through early September. To make midweek shopping even easier, West Plains Transit will offer drop-offs at the market during operating hours on Wednesdays, provided passengers call in with a 24-hour notice. The number to call to arrange a ride is 417-256-1241. more