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WPHS announces 2026 Homecoming Court
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Four hurt in crash south of WP
Four people suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle collision at 2 p.m. Monday on South U.S. 63, 2 miles south of West Plains, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
West Plains R-7 shares back-to-school schedule, orientation details
As the 2026-2027 school year approaches, the West Plains R-7 School District has released its calendar of back-to-school events and specific orientation guidelines.
West Plains Downtown Revitalization highlights rapid progress
During the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon Thursday, Downtown Coordinator and West Plains Downtown Revitalization Executive Director Emily Edwards-Long delivered an update on local grow...
West Plains voters reject 1% sales tax; Durnell, Hardman claim primary victories
A sales tax proposition asking West Plains residents to approve a permanent 1% sales tax increase was decisively defeated during Tuesday’s primary election, with 83% of voters opposing the measure and 17%...
Stephanie Cates completes intensive Holocaust education program
West Plains High School social studies teacher Stephanie Cates tackled tough history this summer by participating in “KC to DC,” an intensive Holocaust education program sponsored by the Midwest Center f...
West Plains VA Clinic holds resource fair
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West Plains students graduate from UCM
Two West Plains residents recently graduated from the University of Central Missouri following the spring 2026 semester.
West Plains voters to consider property tax for water protections in primary election
West Plains voters will decide in August whether they’re willing to establish a 20-year property tax to fund regional aquifer protections.
West Plains School Board approves budget amid tightening enrollment, revenue shifts
The district is in pretty good shape budget-wise, Superintendent Dr. Wes Davis told Board of Education members during their regular session meeting June 23.
MacLeod pulls away from West Plains, 12-3
WEST PLAINS — The MacLeod Junior American Legion Baseball team plated nine runs over the fourth and fifth innings to pull away for a 12-3 whipping of West Plains, Mo., Friday night at Zizzer …
West Plains, Mo., man dies in motorcycle crash
MOTORCYCLIST KILLED: A West Plains man died after a motorcycle crash in Howell County.
West Plains Pride to host third annual 'Out in the Ozarks' event
West Plains Pride, a local nonprofit organization benefiting the area LGBTQIA+ community, will host its third annual Out in the Ozarks event from noon to 8 p.m. June 27. …
West Plains City Council to weigh animal control changes, zoning updates Monday
The West Plains City Council will consider several noteworthy updates to municipal policies, code enforcement and city boards during its regular session meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday at City Hall.
West Plains Sunrise Rotary announces golf tournament results
The West Plains Sunrise Rotary Club held its 24th annual golf tournament May 23 at North Terra Golf Course in West Plains. The tournament serves as a fundraiser for the Rotary Club to support the area backpa...
West Plains Public Library kicks off dinosaur-themed summer reading lineup
The West Plains Public Library has launched its annual summer reading program, bringing a slate of free educational entertainment to local youth under this year
West Plains R-7 names new administrators
West Plains R-7 School District has tapped two veteran educators for new leadership roles effective July 1.
HPCA students qualify for national Beta convention
Three students from His Place Christian Academy in West Plains placed in events at the State of Missouri Beta Convention in March, qualifying to compete at the national convention this June in …
Construction zone crash leads to serious injuries for Ark. man
A 66-year-old Melbourne, Ark., man suffered serious injuries in a two-vehicle crash at 1:05 p.m. April 29 on Highway 17, 4 miles north of Lanton, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Howell County Republicans celebrate Lincoln Day with focus on faith, family
Missouri Republican officials, lawmakers and candidates gathered Saturday at the West Plains Civic Center for the Howell County Republican Lincoln Day banquet, featuring a night of fundraising and wide-rangi...
LOCALIZE IT: Capturing 100 years of Route 66 in images, see tips from AP photographers
EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS: Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as a main artery from Chicago metropolitan Los Angeles, it hasn
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The rapid embrace of AI in China, its biggest testing ground, may shape how AI is used globally HONG KONG (AP) — More than a year after the Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek, a main rival to …
OZH opens Willow Springs clinic, offers extended hours today
Ozarks Healthcare began seeing patients at its new Willow Springs clinic on Monday. As a reminder to residents and visitors celebrating Hannah Harper Day, the clinic is offering extended hours today. The fac...