Two people have been charged after a narcotics warrant was served Jan. 10 at a home on the 300 block of West Maple Street in West Plains, resulting in the seizure of drug paraphernalia, suspected methamphetamine and other illegal controlled substances, a large amount of cash, and guns, say police.
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BY KIMBERLYLANGSTON,
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1/17/24
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The Richards School Board will hold its monthly session at 6 p.m. Thursday in the school boardroom.
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BY ABBY HESS,
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1/15/24
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Craft brewers, distributors and area restaurants will highlight the 11th annual West Plains BrewFest, set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 24 in the arena and exhibit hall at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis St. Doors will open promptly at 5:30.
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1/15/24
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David N. Plyushchev, 22, West Plains, has been charged by grand jury indictment with felony second-degree statutory rape after a traffic stop led to the investigation of Plyushchev as the probable father of teen's baby.
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BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON,
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1/15/24
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Thanks to two West Plains-based efforts to stoke the Christmas spirit and give families and kids a little boost, nearly 700 area children who might not otherwise have had much to celebrate got to be included in the holiday festivities.
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BY ABBY HESS,
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1/11/24
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Editor’s note: The following article describes a case of alleged sexual abuse of children spanning several years. While care has been taken to report on these charges with sensitivity to survivors and readers, it may still be disturbing to read. See something, say something: If you suspect a child is being abused, call the Missouri Child Abuse & Neglect Hotline, 800-392-3738. If you are experiencing domestic or sexual violence, or if you’re a survivor of the same needing support, call Christos House’s hotline, 800-611-5853.
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BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON,
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1/11/24
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An alleged assault with a knife during an apparent attempt to steal a pair of tennis shoes has led to four felony charges filed against a West Plains man with a lengthy criminal history.
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BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON,
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1/10/24
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For the second time in a month, vandalism to machines at the Laundry Land laundromat ON Porter Wagoner Boulevard has resulted in felony property damage charges being filed, this time against two people who were apparently involved in the same incident. The suspects were reportedly recorded committing the alleged crimes on surveillance video during the incidents.
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BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON,
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1/8/24
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Ozarks Healthcare in West Plains has announced the arrival of the first baby born in 2024 at its Women’s Center, Waylon Cooper.
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1/8/24
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Franklin Delano “Denny” Roth II has announced his candidacy for the Missouri 8th District U.S. Congressional seat currently held by Republican Rep. Jason Smith, of Salem.
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1/3/24
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Jason Smith, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th District, recently made a visit to the Ozarks Regional Stockyard in West Plains, available to lend an ear to cattle producers and hear concerns about an industry that brings a lot of dollars to the area.
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BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON,
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1/2/24
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All city, council and state government offices and buildings will be closed Monday for New Year’s Day. This includes driver exam stations and license offices, the Howell County office building and courthouse, and West Plains City Hall and the public library. The U.S. Post office lobby will also be closed.
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12/29/23
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The December meeting of the West Plains R-7 School Board began with a wrap-up of fall high school student activities, including a visit by many sports and extracurricular activity participants. The students were introduced by Activities Director Dr. Ashley Cooley, and the activities spotlighted included cheerleading; girls tennis, softball, golf, and volleyball; boys soccer; girls and boys cross country; football; speech and debate; and theater.
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BY KIMBERLY LANGSTON,
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12/28/23
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Law enforcement officials are searching for a man missing from the West Plains area since Dec. 2.
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BY ABBY HESS,
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12/28/23
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