Local News Archives – Ozark Radio News
- Infant Removed From Home After Welfare Check, Drug Seizure in Douglas County 04/13/2026The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant Saturday evening in western Douglas County, leading to the recovery of an infant and the arrest of the child’s mother. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies served the warrant around 5 p.m. on April 11 following a joint investigation with the Missouri Children’s Division. The investigation […]James Hurtt
- SINGLE‑VEHICLE CRASH SOUTH OF WEST PLAINS 04/13/2026An 18‑year‑old West Plains man was moderately injured late Sunday night in a rollover crash on Highway 17. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at 11:30 p.m. on April 12, about six miles south of West Plains. Troopers say the northbound driver was operating a 2020 GMC truck when the vehicle […]James Hurtt
- Bear-ly Spring Festival a Big Success 04/13/2026The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce held the Inaugural Bear-ly Spring Festival on Saturday, April 11 in downtown Willow Springs, and it proved to be a heartwarming success as the community came together for a full day of entertainment, activities, and local pride, I spite of early weather challenges. Rain showers delayed the festival’s opening […]James Hurtt
- West Plains Girl Injured In ATV Crash Sunday 04/13/2026A 13‑year‑old West Plains girl was seriously injured Sunday afternoon in an ATV crash south of town. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened at 3:20 p.m. on April 12 on private property along County Road 8800, about two miles south of West Plains. Troopers say the juvenile was driving a 1997 […]James Hurtt
- Storms Possible Across the Ozarks This Week 04/12/2026From the National Weather Service: A Marginal (1 of 5) to Slight (2 of 5) Risk for strong to severe thunderstorms on Tuesday. Additional potential for strong to severe thunderstorms on Wednesday and Friday. Potential for heavy rain and localized flooding to accompany the multiple rounds of thunderstorms, especially into mid-week. Uncertainty remains with exact timing, […]James Hurtt