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- Howell Rural Fire Department Seeking Two Junior Firefighters 12/21/2025The Howell County Rural Fire Department is now accepting applications for two openings in its Junior Firefighter program. The program is open to teens ages 16 to 18 who live within the district or nearby and meet several eligibility requirements. Applicants must have reliable transportation to calls and training sessions, hold a valid driver’s license, […]James Hurtt
- MSU-WP Jazz Ensemble performs at Gainesville Lion’s Club 12/21/2025Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) Jazz Ensemble performed at the Gainesville Lion’s Club Dec. 11, for the organization’s year-end gala. The event gave an opportunity to provide entertainment to the citizens of Gainesville while showcasing the talents of university students and members of our community. In addition to the Jazz Ensemble, MSU-WP’s Music Program offers a […]James Hurtt
- Christmas Week Trash Routes for West Plains 12/21/2025The City of West Plains has announced trash pick up routes for the week of Christmas. Monday and Tuesday routes will be picked up on Monday. Wednesday and Thursday routes will be collected on Tuesday, and Friday routes will be collected on Wednesday. They wish everyone a Merry Christmas. The post Christmas Week Trash Routes […]James Hurtt
- Traffic Stop Results in Drug Charges 12/21/2025A routine traffic stop in Peace Valley on December 18 resulted in the arrest of a man accused of possessing methamphetamine, illegally handling a firearm, and resisting arrest. According to the Howell County Sheriff’s Office, the stop occurred around 7 p.m. on County Road 1940 after a deputy observed a vehicle failing to maintain the […]James Hurtt
- West Plains Man Arrested After Traffic Stop Revealed Drugs, Firearm 12/20/2025West Plains, MO. – A West Plains man is facing multiple felony charges after a traffic stop revealed the presence of drugs and a firearm, and he attempted to flee arrest. The probable cause statement on this case outlines that this event happened on December 18th around 7pm, when Elijah Patterson, 37 of West Plains was […]Daniel Williams