Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) recently was awarded a $2,000 grant from the NJCAA Foundation to support the launch of Grizzly Baseball during the 2024-2025 academic year. more

The highlights of Thursday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 27, 2024--Ballogy Inc., the leading skills development and assessment mobile app platform for youth and amateur athletes, announced today it is partnering with … more

LEXINGTON, Ky., June 27, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is pleased to partner with INTENT, a company focused on purpose-driven, career paths for … more

BASEBALL Major League Baseball American League DETROIT TIGERS — Recalled RHP Keider Montero from Toledo (IL). Optioned LHP Easton Lucas to Toledo. NEW YORK YANKEES — Sent RHP … more

Ever wonder why I named my weekly newspaper column “RFD”? more

It is really hot, isn’t it? And I’m not even in Missouri. I’m at the “Happiest Place on Earth” aka Walt Disney World. Actually, the temperatures back home in the Ozarks are hotter than here in Orlando. Humidity is about the same though. more

I've got a story to share with you today, one that's equal parts frustrating and enlightening. It's about an ordinary day turned into an unexpected lesson on why kindness matters so much in our little corner of the world. more

Hello fellow food lovers and welcome back to my kitchen! Cool off this summer with a refreshing homemade Italian Ice! It's easy to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect for those hot days when you crave something light and sweet. more

Summers in the Ozarks are never the same but one constant is agreed, it gets hot!  When the temperature reaches 90 and above mixed in with some humidity at any percent, it's just uncomfortable.  I beat the heat by fixing lighter meals on those days, with more salads and no heavy main course. In the past, I've shared my family's favorite salad, Mexican Salad which I make a lot over the summer, if there are any leftovers, it's good cold the next day too.  Another favorite is the classic potato salad, it's so good I make it year round and is even better made with fresh-dug potatoes from the garden.  There are so many pasta salads that you could never get bored eating this side dish. But, just when I thought I had heard of them all comes a garden favorite made into a summer salad. We enjoy BLT's  (with our homegrown tomatoes) for a light meal with a salad but now you can have both in one dish. This BLT Pasta Salad has all the flavors of the popular sandwich and with the filling factor of pasta. You will want to make this dish for your next barbeque or family gathering, so keep this on the fridge for when you have a day that's too hot to cook. Enjoy and keep cool.  more

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, hold on to your hats because what unfolded at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds this Tuesday night was nothing short of spectacular! The Missouri Sports Commission Awards, sponsored by Elliott Lodging, turned the spotlight on a dazzling array of athletes from southwest Missouri high schools. But let me zero in on a story about two remarkable athletes from West Plains High School, whose feats have not just brought them accolades but also instilled pride in the heart of every Zizzer fan. more

A 17-year-old vocational school student from rural China has become a celebrity on Chinese social media after getting into the final round of a math competition, beating many others from elite … more

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.)Grant R. Tomkinson, University of South Australia and Makailah Dyer, University of … more

June 22, 1981, was just another opening day at Wimbledon, right? Wrong. It was the day when John McEnroe, the fiery tennis star, turned Centre Court into a theater of pure drama. Picture this: the pristine grass, the polite applause, the genteel atmosphere. And then, in the midst of it all, McEnroe had a meltdown for the ages. His opponent, Tom Gullikson, probably had no idea that their match would go down in history—not for the tennis, but for the tantrum. more

Willie Howard Mays Jr., one of the most iconic figures in the history of baseball, passed away this week at the age of 93. His remarkable career, spanning over two decades, left an indelible mark on the sport, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of athletes and fans alike. This comprehensive article delves into the life, career, and enduring legacy of the man affectionately known as "The Say Hey Kid." more

Tom Barr, a Hall of Famer in both the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association and Missouri State University-West Plains Grizzly Athletics, is set to host three specialized basketball camps in the coming weeks. As a former head basketball coach for the MSU-WP Grizzlies, Tom brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to these events. more

The highlights of the AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, https://newsroom.ap.org/coverageplan. You can also find a link … more

The highlights of Thursday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 20, 2024--Today, Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural, and organic food in the United States, announced a … more

Facing upheaval on the way in college athletics, a handful of administrators and athletes from smaller schools have been working on a new model of governance. The hope by members of the Football … more