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A recent string of thefts at the senior housing complex launched a search for Dustin Chaney, 38, of Willow Springs. While the Willow Springs Police Department investigated the theft of several items from the recreation center and homes at the senior housing development, Chaney was identified as a...
Mountain View (MO) is proud to offer local youth and their family a place to enjoy themselves and others in a structured atmosphere. To keep the Mountain View Family Youth Center running smoothly requires both dedication and financial support from the community. Recently, MVFYC was awarded a $...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $11.65 million in 14 projects to help agricultural producers and private landowners trap and control feral swine as part of the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program. This investment expands the pilot program to 3 new projects in...
During a briefing at the State Capitol on January 20, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri National Guard will begin assisting the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and other state partners in establishing COVID-19 vaccination sites across the state.
A mass...
The Willow Springs Public Library is excited to announce our new e-book, e-magazine, and digital audio book lending service through the app Libby by Overdrive. The Libby app is available for Apple and Android devices and can also be accessed from any computer web-browser. In order to access Libby...
Texas County Memorial Hospital’s application to become a COVID vaccine provider has been approved. After receiving the approval on Tuesday, the hospital immediately made a request to the State of Missouri to be able to order vaccines.
The community needs to understand that it is unknown if or...
Fans of barbecue will rejoice to know a new option for barbecue has opened in Mountain View. Smokin’ Sam’s is a food truck located at the intersection of Fifth and Elm St. across from the elementary school. Their menu offers a selection of barbecue classics to go, as well as meat by the pound and...
The City plans to open the pool by Memorial Day weekend this summer, announced City Administrator Beverly Hicks at the City Council meeting on January 21.
The city pool and water park did not open for the 2020 season due to concerns over the coronavirus pandemic, and while it stood vacant...
Filing for candidates in the April municipal election closed on January 19. In Willow Springs, only incumbent candidates filed to run.
For mayor, Brook Fair will run unopposed. Bryan Hogan is running for City Marshall. Phil Knott is running for Alderman of Ward I, and Danny Bradley is running...
Officer Dustin Smith joined the ranks of the Willow Springs Police Department on January 13. Officer Smith has worked in law enforcement for three years and was previously a Sheriff’s Deputy in Ozark County. He is from the Summersville area.
He was drawn to Willow Springs by the chance to work...