Local News Archives – Ozark Radio News

• Record-Breaking Attendance Highlights 2026 Heart of the Ozarks Fair; Several Big Events Announced for Remainder of the Year 06/12/2026
  WEST PLAINS, Mo. — The 2026 Heart of the Ozarks Fair has officially wrapped up, shattering previous attendance numbers and marking what organizers are calling the most successful year in recent history. In a recap interview with News Team 7’s Jim Lambert, Fair Board President Melody Simpson revealed that Saturday night brought in the highest […]
  Jim Lambert
• West Plains Car Club Wheels and Deals Car Show and Swap Meet Saturday 06/12/2026
  The West Plains Car Club is gearing up for its annual Wheels and Deals Car Show and Swap Meet, set for Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s event will be held at First Church of God in West Plains and will feature classic cars, community vendors, and low‑cost swap‑meet […]
  James Hurtt
• Optimist Club to Hold Duck Race 06/12/2026
  The West Plains Optimist Club is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a special Duck Race Bash on July 4 at Carmical Field. The family‑friendly event runs from 1 to 3 p.m., with the duck race starting at 2. Ducks are five dollars each, and cash prizes of $250, $150 and $100 will be awarded to […]
  James Hurtt
• Russell Named Dean of Career and Technical Education at MSU WP 06/12/2026
  University officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) have announced the appointment of Dasha Russell as dean of career and technical education. The dean of career and technical education oversees agriculture, business, computer science, engineering, and technology programs. Russell’s responsibilities will include faculty and department head recruitment and development, program development and review, student advisement, […]
  James Hurtt
• California Man Arrested for Drug Possession by Thayer Police 06/12/2026
  Thayer Police arrested a California man,  Caleb James Perez after a traffic stop in Thayer led to the discovery of multiple controlled substances. Sgt. Stephen Bryant reports he stopped the vehicle on June 10 for speeding and detected a strong odor of marijuana. After receiving consent to search, officers located several bags containing cocaine, psilocybin […]
  James Hurtt