Local News Archives – Ozark Radio News

• Travis Smith to Host Campaign Kickoff Event for State Representative 05/18/2026
  Travis Mitchell Smith officially invites the public to attend his campaign kickoff event for State Representative in Missouri’s 154th District on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at OBC in West Plains, Missouri.   The event will provide an opportunity for friends, supporters, and community members to gather, visit about the […]
  James Hurtt
• Marion County man charged after alleged online mass shooting threat 05/18/2026
  YELLVILLE, Ark. — A 20-year-old Oakland man has been arrested following an investigation into threats allegedly made during an online multiplayer game, according to Marion County Sheriff Gregg Alexander. Aaron Keith Bynum, 20, of Oakland, is charged with first-degree terroristic threatening, a Class D felony, and harassing communications, a Class A misdemeanor. His bond was […]
  Quinn Ziliak
• Have A Safe 2026 Memorial Day Weekend 05/18/2026
  Memorial Day weekend calls for traveling and being outside. Our state has much to offer, especially when the weather is nice. A little planning will go a long way to making your Memorial Day weekend activities a success. Due to ongoing road construction throughout the state, the Patrol suggests that travelers use the MoDOT Traveler […]
  James Hurtt
• Two Arrested After Douglas County Deputies Serve Midnight Search Warrant 05/18/2026
  The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested two Ava men early Sunday after serving a search warrant at a residence on A Highway as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation. According to the sheriff’s office, the warrant was executed shortly after midnight on May 17, 2026, following investigative work by Sgt. A. Box, Deputy S. Evans, […]
  James Hurtt
• Cabool Man Injured, Facing Multiple Charges After Motorcycle Crash During Pursuit 05/18/2026
  A Cabool man is facing several felony charges after crashing his motorcycle while fleeing from law enforcement Sunday night north of Norwood. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened at 9:05 p.m. on May 17 along Route E, two miles north of Norwood. Troopers say a 2009 Honda motorcycle, driven by 23‑year‑old […]
  James Hurtt