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- Mountain View Chamber of Commerce Announces “Family Freedom Fest 2026” 03/17/2026Mountain View, MO. – In order to participate in the celebration of the semiquincentennial of the United States, Mountain View will be holding an especially busy July 4th celebration. The Chamber has announced this event as “Family Freedom Fest 2026”, and will include various activities, food vendors, and of course, a fireworks show. Currently, suggestions […]Daniel Williams
- An Art Show, Live Stage Acting & Music, and More in West Plains 03/17/2026West Plains, MO. – As we enter the midway point of March, we’re looking at a new rotation of activities in the West Plains area, with severeal taking place this week in the vicinity of downtown. With this week’s West Plains Arts Alliance and Explore West Plains update, here’s Terry Hampton: The first topic is a […]Daniel Williams
- Community Support Key as Ozark Marketing Reviews Christmas Parade Plans 03/17/2026(West Plains, MO) Ozark Marketing appreciates the community’s interest in the future of the West Plains Christmas Parade and the enthusiasm surrounding this longstanding local tradition. At this time, Ozark Marketing is conducting due diligence to better understand the level of community support, volunteer participation, and sponsorship necessary to successfully organize and sustain the parade […]Jim Lambert
- National Child Safety Technician Course to be Held Later this Month 03/17/2026Local first responders, healthcare partners, and child‑safety advocates are inviting the public to take part in a four‑day National Child Passenger Safety Technician Course later this month. The certification training will be held March 24–27, 2026, at the West Plains Fire Department, located at 1901 Kissinger Street. The course includes classroom instruction and hands‑on application, […]James Hurtt
- 88-Year-Old Shoots Out Victim’s Tires During Dispute 03/17/2026Viola, AR. – A Viola man is facing criminal charges after shooting out the tires of a truck following a traffic accident. This took place on March 6th on the 1000 block of Whitwood Road in Viola. Law enforcement say that the victim in this case went to fetch things from his vehicle after an […]Daniel Williams