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The class of ‘62 was the smallest in Willow Springs since 1949. 24 of our members have passed away. We had our luncheon at the Thomas F. Benyo Golf Course on Saturday, May 28th. That evening we went to the Alumni cook out at the Airport.
Those attending were: Janice (Cox) Gregory, Linda (Smith...
There are currently no suspects in a burglary that took place on N. Springfield Rd. on May 19, confirm police. Officer David Hocking of the Willow Springs Police Department was dispatched to the residence the morning after a male subject forced open the back door of the home, busted open a safe,...
The Missouri Supply Chain Task Force’s draft report is now available for public review and comment following a six-month-long survey into supply chain issues. The report was presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission at its monthly meeting June 2 for review.
Gov. Mike...
A West Plains man remains in custody after a rampage of theft and destruction last week. Brad A. Davis, 26, was arrested by Howell County Sheriff's Deputies on June 2 after leading them on a chase through Howell and Douglas Counties in a stolen sedan.
Law enforcement began searching for Davis...
The pool will operate from Memorial Day weekend Monday, September 5 on Labor Day. General pool admission is $3 per person, per session. July 4 is $1 admission.
Pool hours through June 29:
12pm - 6pm, Mon through Sat
1pm - 5pm, Sun
Pool hours from June 30 through Sept 5:
12pm - 6pm, Mon...
A Springfield, Mo., man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to the sexual exploitation of three minor victims and receiving child pornography.
Jason T. Bernard, 52, was charged in a five-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Jefferson City, MO, on Tuesday...
Walter J. Blagg has been promoted to Master Gunnery Sergeant (Enlisted-9) in the Marine Corps. E-9 is a top-level enlisted rank in the military.
The promotion ceremony took place in Norfolk, Va., and was conducted by Navy Lieutenant Crystal B. Blagg, sister to Gunny Blagg.
MGysS Blagg...
Texas County Memorial Hospital celebrated our outstanding staff during the nationally recognized “National Hospital Week” May 9 through May 13.
Hospital Week is celebrated annually at TCMH with festivities provided for the employees throughout the week.
On Monday, popcorn and lemonade was...
Do you know some good mule stories? Or are you unfamiliar with mules and curious as to why so many people find them so intriguing? Either way, we hope to see you on Saturday, June 4, at 1 PM in the West Plains Civic Center's Magnolia Room for a conversation and storytelling session devoted to...
Missouri Governor Mike Parson and West Plains Mayor Mike Topliff have expressed support for Community Action by proclaiming the month of May Community Action Month.
Gov. Parson’s proclamation was dated May 3, while the proclamation from the City of West Plains was dated May 24. Both...