The Ozark Spring Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently presented the Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution Patriot of the Month Award to Texas County Prosecutor Parke J. Stevens for his military service. more

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Below are several upcoming events at Missouri State University-West Plains, many of which are open to the community. Feel free to clip this calendar and keep it for your reference to make sure you don’t miss any events that might interest you. Also listed are several important dates on the university’s calendar that area residents might want to keep in mind. more

The Mtn. View Garden Club had an unusually busy month during December, newly-installed President Robi Tanner reported. more

Welcome back to “Chris' Corner,” where I try to steer clear of politics to focus on the common threads that connect us all. However, just this once, I need to veer slightly into that thorny territory. Not to stir the pot, but to address a deeper concern that transcends individual issues. more

Once every five years or so, we get a new television. Sometimes it's because we actually need one — like that summer when a lightning strike electrocuted several of our appliances. But most of the time, it's because Tom starts reading about the incredible picture quality on the newest TV screens, and he just can't stand it anymore. He needs to see it for himself. more

January is National Book Month, so why not get lost in a couple of great books this month to celebrate? Some of my favorite older titles in the New Year to consider: more

When it comes to being kind and helpful to your neighbors, people might wonder if it fits with liberal or conservative values. The truth is, kindness doesn’t belong to just one political side — it’s a universal idea that connects to both perspectives. more

Few sounds in winter are more unwelcome than that of a pitchfork scraping the hay loft floor. more

Columbia College in Columbia recently announced its dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester, August through December 2024. more

The Community Foundation of the Ozarks has announced the addition of two scholarships that may be of interest to area students pursuing a postgraduate degree in public health or a degree in the agriculture professions. more

The Willow Springs Tuesday Study Club met at Club 60 on Dec. 3, 2024, for their annual Christmas Party. Pauline Cape, Kathleen Carel and Claudia Marvin were the hostesses for the day. Pauline and Claudia decorated the meeting room at Club 60 with a multitude of beautiful decorations provided by Claudia. more

The Harlin Museum is taking entries through Sunday for its upcoming annual Quilt and Fiber Arts Show. Museum officials remind everyone the event celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship of quilters and other artisans from near and far. more

The West Plains Council on the Arts will host a “color-in” colored pencil workshop led by artist Lee Copen from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 8 in the Walnut Room at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis Street. more

The Quill asked, and readers responded. more

Gaines achieves Austin Peay State University fall dean's list more

A "Paws For A Cause" dog show and festival to benefit Ozarks Pet Rescue will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 3 at the West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis Street. Vendor space is available and may be reserved through April 15. The cost is $15 for a 10-foot by 10-foot space or $20 for a 10-foot by 20-foot space. more

Lincoln School Project officials have announced a “Day of Reflection” will be held to commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr., Day from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Monday at the historic Lincoln School, 1400 Pony Thomas Drive in West Plains. more

The Salem United Methodist Church in Fulton County, Ark., will mark 150 years of faith and service with a special celebration on Sunday, rescheduled from the initially-planned date of Jan. 12, postponed due to weather. more