Local News Archives – Ozark Radio News

• Jason Smith: Honoring Our Fallen Heroes 05/25/2026
  For many, Memorial Day means the official start of summer. And while we all enjoy the cookouts, the gatherings, and the time spent with friends and family, it is important that we take a moment to remember what this day is really about: honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to […]
  James Hurtt
• Willow Springs Man Injured in Single‑Vehicle Crash on Highway HH 05/25/2026
  A Willow Springs man was moderately injured Sunday afternoon in a single‑vehicle crash six miles north of town, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Troopers say the crash happened at 12:01 p.m. on May 24 as a westbound 2006 Ford Ranger traveled off the right side of Highway HH. The driver, a 22‑year‑old man […]
  James Hurtt
• Cherokee Village Woman Killed in Two‑Vehicle Crash in Hardy 05/25/2026
  A Cherokee Village woman died Friday afternoon in a two‑vehicle collision at the intersection of U.S. Highway 62 and State Highway 175 in Hardy, according to the Arkansas State Police. Troopers say the crash happened at 2:23 p.m. on May 22 when a northbound 2000 Ford Ranger on Highway 175 pulled into the path of […]
  James Hurtt
• Veterans Memorial Banner Ceremony Today at 11 05/25/2026
  Join us today, May 25th at 11am on the front lawn of the West Plains Civic Center. This will be the reveal of our community’s Veteran Memorial Banners. They are displayed throughout downtown in honor of the brave men and women who have served our country. This project was created as a Girl Scout Gold […]
  James Hurtt
• Squires Man Arrested After Narcotics Search Warrant; Meth and Multiple Firearms Seized 05/24/2026
  The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Squires man late Friday during the execution of a narcotics search warrant in the Squires area. Sheriff Chris Degase said deputies served the warrant during the late hours of May 22 at the residence of 55‑year‑old Michael Burton. During the search, deputies seized methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia used to […]
  James Hurtt