Local
Donating to food pantries, food banks and soup kitchens this time of year is a way to reduce food waste and aid families in need. But be mindful of what you donate and who will eventually receive the donated items.
"We need to think ahead of time about their nutritional needs and make food...
A West Plains man was convicted by a trial jury last week of the sexual exploitation of a 13-month-old child and of distributing child pornography.
Kenneth Howard Worthy, 46, was found guilty of one count of the sexual exploitation of a child by producing child pornography and one count of...
The Howell County Commission met on Dec.8 and 12.
On Thursday, the Commission was scheduled to review and approve Commission records from Oct 3 through Nov. 29 as well as the November General Ledger report. A review and approval of County officials’ bonds was also on Thursday’s agenda....
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for Southeast District projects during its regular meeting on Dec 6. Awarded contracts include resurfacing projects, an overpass installation, and bridge replacements across the region.
Locally, a $1,071,000 contract was...
Jolly old St. Nick will be making an appearance at Good Graces Pharmacy on Wednesday, Dec. 14 and Thurs., Dec 15 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A free 4x6 print will be available on site, and families will be able to take home additional prints for a discounted price.
Good Graces is located at...
For seniors at Willow Springs High School, there’s an afternoon in April when their months of research, writing, creating, and preparation are on display for the community. This Friday, however, theater lovers can become part of Holly Wehmer’s senior project. After all, no stage production would...
A Caulfield man died and three women were seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash on Dec. 9 on Highway 160 one mile west of South Fork. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred when the eastbound 2020 Ford F150 driven by Carolyn Robertson, 61, of West Plains, crossed...
City governments
Willow Springs
Incumbent Alderman Phil Knott is the only candidate who filed for municipal office in Willow Springs in the first week of filing. Knott filed on Dec. 6 at 9:06 a.m., according to City Clerk Heather Duddridge.
In addition to Knott’s seat, the Mayor Brooke Fair...
After only six months on the job, Willow Springs Police Chief Wes Ellison has done something with the department no one ever has before—he invited members of the public to comment and ask questions at a moderated citizens’ forum.
Howell County News hosted the event Dec. 1 at the Star Theatre....
State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, has pre-filed three priority bills for consideration during the 102nd General Assembly, which begins Jan. 4. The three bills are among several measures she intends to introduce before the start of session
Among the legislation put forward by Sen. Eslinger is...