Local News Archives – Ozark Radio News
- Residential Fire Claims the Life of an Alton Man 02/04/2026The Alton Police Department is investigating a fatal residential fire that occurred on February 3 within the city limits of Alton, Missouri. After firefighters brought the blaze under control, emergency personnel located the homeowner, 69‑year‑old Robert “Louie” Combs, deceased inside the residence. Police Chief Rusty Warren extended condolences to Combs’ family and thanked the Alton […]James Hurtt
- Governor Kehoe Announces Opportunity for More Missouri Communities to Earn Blue Shield Designation 02/04/2026JEFFERSON CITY – Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced Missouri counties, towns, and cities can now apply to be recognized as Blue Shield communities in 2026 for their dedication to effective law enforcement and community safety. In 2025, 201 communities earned the Blue Shield designation and were later awarded state grants of $50,000 each for the […]James Hurtt
- Recipients of Donor Funded Scholarships Announced 02/04/2026Officials at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) recently awarded donor-funded scholarships from the Missouri State University Foundation to students for the 2025-2026 academic year. The students were selected based on criteria established by the donors of the scholarships, university officials said. More information about the scholarships can be found on the financial aid […]James Hurtt
- Peace Valley Man Arrested For Failure to Register as a Sex Offender 02/04/2026Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested a Peace Valley man, 64-year-old Joseph Locastro on Saturday. The stop occurred on US 160 east of County Road 1120, when trooper Hummel conducted a traffic stop on a 2000 FORD WINDSTAR for failing to drive within its lane. During the traffic stop it was learned that the subject […]James Hurtt
- TAKE PART IN THE 56-DAY CHALLENGE BLOOD DRIVE ON FEBRUARY 20 at OZARKS HEALTHCARE and RECEIVE A COZY SWEATSHIRT 02/04/2026WEST PLAINS, Mo. – February 4, 2026 – Start the new year by making a lifesaving commitment. Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) invites you to take the 56-Day Challenge in 2026. Give blood, save lives, repeat and you could win up to $56,000 in Visa gift cards, sponsored by Adam Swenka with Flat […]James Hurtt