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Howell County WIC (Women, Infants and Children supplemental nutrition program) is planning our fifth annual Mommy and Me event. more

By April Bridges, WIC Nutritionist, Howell County Health Department | 5/6/26

Students participate in a hands-on dissection activity during a previous Ozarks Healthcare Medical Academy of Science and Health (M*A*S*H) Camp. Applications are currently open for the 2026 summer sessions, which offer local students an opportunity to explore health care careers through interactive, behind-the-scenes experiences.

2026 M*A*S*H Camp dates announced

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, … more

5/6/26

Each year, Howell Rural Fire District No. 1 supports the Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains benefit concert by providing standby emergency and safety services. In addition to their volunteer efforts, department members recently donated $300 to the local organization to support research for cystic fibrosis treatments and a cure.Front row, from left: Chief Joe Auffert, Assistant Chief Chris Wilbanks and department personnel Daniel Dennis, Christel Cantrell and Bill Guy. Back row: Department personnel Dalton Peoples, Bradley Laughary, Tim Bradfute, Jerry Wirtz, Jay Mullett, John Melvin and Adam Stokes.

Howell Rural FD donates services, funds to Cystic Fibrosis of WP

5/6/26

Podiatrist Dr. Rex Goodman joins OZH Wound Care

Ozarks Healthcare has announced that podiatrist Dr. Rex Goodman of Ozarks Healthcare Podiatry has joined Ozarks Healthcare Wound Care, where he will see patients on Fridays. more

4/29/26

Free student athletic physicals offered

Ozarks Healthcare is partnering with local schools to provide free sports physicals for students. more

4/29/26

Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital nurses Heather Weiand, left, and Sonia Himschoot examine one of the Salem,Ark., facility's newly acquired IV pumps. The upgraded equipment, which features advanced safety capabilities, was purchased through an anonymous local donation and is now in use.

Anonymous donation brings upgraded IV pumps to Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital

Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital in Salem, Ark., has updated its patient care technology with new IV pumps, complete with additional safety features, following a donation from an anonymous local … more

4/29/26

Meeting nutritional needs for children with autism

April is Autism Awareness month. All kids go through phases when their eating habits are not great, but for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, feeding challenges can seem impossible. more

By April Bridges, WIC Nutritionist, Howell County Health Department | 4/29/26

A guide to managing stress

April is Stress Awareness Month — a time to recognize the impact stress has on our daily lives and to encourage healthy ways to cope. In our … more

By Dawn Hicks, Health Educator, Howell County Health Department | 4/28/26

Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic (PTSC) of West Plains contributed $250 to research into cystic fibrosis treatments and a cure. For the first time in its 38 years the Cystic Fibrosis of West Plains organization raised over $100,000 during its annual signature campaign, featuring country artist Craig Morgan. Front row, from left: Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Lois Frazier, PTSC employee Ronnica Warren and Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Jessica Joice-Frazier. Back row: PTSC employees Corbin Russell, Chris Green and Vince Beam.

PTSC contributes to cystic fibrosis fundraiser

4/22/26

Dr. David Tonkin joins OZH Pain Management

Dr. David Tonkin has joined the medical staff at Ozarks Healthcare Pain Management, practicing alongside Dr. Ryan Roberts and family nurse practitioner Vanessa Fowler. Tonkin specializes in … more

4/22/26

'A Beautiful Mess' art exhibit to highlight Mental Health Awareness Month

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, the West Plains Council on the Arts (WPCA) and Ozarks Healthcare Behavioral Health Center are partnering to host a community art exhibit exploring the therapeutic benefits of creative expression. more

4/22/26

Ozarks Healthcare Therapies recently donated a piece of sensory equipment to the Thayer School District through the Ozarks Healthcare Foundation to support students with special learning needs. From left: Josh Reeves, Ozarks Healthcare vice president of development and advocacy; Bob Eckman, Ozarks Healthcare Foundation board member; Sarah James, Ozarks Healthcare Therapies director; and Mark Shrable, Thayer High School special education teacher.

Thayer R-2 receives donation from OZH

The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation recently donated a piece of sensory equipment to the Thayer School District in support of Ozarks Healthcare Therapies’ dedication to students with special learning … more

4/15/26

Hart Family Eyecare celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 1410 Doctors Drive in West Plains with a reception, open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony March 10. Owned by Dr. Julie Hart, the practice has been in business since 2008 and welcomed Dr. Kendra Olivera to the staff last year. Services include eye examinations, eyeglass and contact lens fittings, and evaluations and referrals for LASIK and cataract surgeries. The clinic is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. For more information, call 417-255-2010 or visit hartfamilyeyecare.com. Front row, from left: Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce ambassador Shirley Butler, board member Mindy Trail, William Davidson, McKenzie Burtrum, Joyce Hart, Dr. Hart, Olivera, Grant Hart, Jenna Hart, Libby Hart and chamber ambassador Karen Eggert.

Hart Family Eye Care celebrates new location

4/15/26

Mercy and BCFO to offer free mammogram event Thursday

Mercy St. Francis Hospital and the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO) are teaming up to offer a free 3D mammogram screening event Thursday for uninsured and underinsured women. more

4/8/26

Dozens of veterans, health care providers and community leaders gathered March 13 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house to celebrate the new John J. Pershing Veterans Affairs clinic in West Plains. Located at 1418 Doctors Drive, the newly constructed facility expands access to essential medical services for area veterans, replacing the former clinic on K Highway. The West Plains VA clinic has grown significantly since its inception in 1991, when health care was delivered from a bus parked at the American Legion Hall. The celebration featured remarks from VA Medical Center Director Kevin Bass and the presentation of a tactile Braille American flag — featuring raised stars and stripes alongside the Pledge of Allegiance — by blind U.S. Coast Guard veteran James Dunn. Local officials in attendance included West Plains Mayor and U.S. Navy veteran Mike Topliff, state Rep. Lisa Durnell and state Sen. Brad Hudson.

VA celebrates new clinic in WP

4/8/26

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