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- West Plains Welcomes Two New Educators for 2026-27 School Year 08/06/2026West Plains, MO. – Today, the West Plains School District announced that two new elementary school teachers will be joining their ranks for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. The first is Serah Davis, who will serve as a 3rd grade teacher, and Linda Smith, who will be serving as a 1st grade teacher. Officials praised […]Daniel Williams
- Slight Risk of Severe Weather Tonight, NWS Says 08/06/2026The latest information packet regarding weather conditions in and across the Ozarks tonight and into tomorrow. These storms carry with them the risk of quarter-sized hail, and wind speeds between 60-70mph. The packet may be reviewed below. The post Slight Risk of Severe Weather Tonight, NWS Says appeared first on Ozark Radio News.Daniel Williams
- Ava Blood Drive Friday 08/06/2026AVA, Mo. — Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will hold the Ava Community Blood Drive from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, in the Ava High School cafeteria, 507 N. Spring St. in Ava. The blood drive will be held in honor of Memphis Brooks Hall. Area residents who are eligible to donate […]Quinn Ziliak
- First Thursday Stroll Tonight in West Plains 08/06/2026Tonight is the first Thursday night stroll in downtown West Plains. The event will go from 4-7 with many of the area businesses around the square staying open late. Come out and stroll around downtown, enjoy shopping, live music and more. The post First Thursday Stroll Tonight in West Plains appeared first on Ozark Radio […]James Hurtt
- Back To School Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend 08/06/2026It is Sales Tax Holiday Weekend in Missouri and here is some of the information you need to know. In Missouri, the sales tax holiday begins on the first Friday in August and continues through the following Sunday. Certain back-to-school purchases, such as clothing, school supplies, computers, and other items as defined by the statute, […]James Hurtt