Ozark, MO

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – A Missouri state representative candidate has been charged by criminal complaint for conspiring to distribute a controlled substance to plant on his political opponent.  Thomas Christopher Ross, 37, of Joplin, Mo., was charged in a one-count complaint on September 2, 2026, for conspiring to distribute a controlled substance. Ross is currently running […] The post Missouri State Representative Candidate Charged with Conspiring to Distribute Cocaine to Frame Opponen

WEST PLAINS, MISSOURI- Tonight; West Plains Parks & Recreation will host a movie night under the stars at Carmichael Field in West Plains. Movie will begin between 7:30 PM & 7:45 PM depending on light conditions at time of sunset. Concessions will be provided by Mandy’s Hot Dogs & Ice Queens-Tropical-Sno! Come out to the […] The post WALL-E Movie Under The Stars- Tonight; Saturday 9-5, Hosted by West Plains Parks & Recreation appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

The Mansfield Community Teachers Association is seeking community support to help continue Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for young children in the Mansfield area following the end of state funding for the program. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library provides participating children with a free book mailed to their home each month from birth until age 5. The […] The post Mansfield CTA seeks support for Imagination Library appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

Several laws related to public safety went into effect August 28, 2026. A synopsis of sections related to public safety follows. The abbreviated descriptions below are intended to make the public aware of some of the new legislation enacted by the Missouri General Assembly which is related to crime and public safety. For a complete […] The post MSHP Provides Synopsis of New Laws Effective August 28, 2026 appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

AVA, Mo. — The G.L. Adrain Owen VFW Post 5993 and Auxiliary have announced the start of their annual scholarship and contest programs for area students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Students may compete in several writing and art competitions, with opportunities to advance from the local level to state and national competition and earn […] The post Ava VFW Scholarship Contests Open to Area Students appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

AVA, Mo. — Area residents will have an opportunity to receive several free basic health screenings during a Community Health Fair scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 8, in Ava. The Douglas County Health Department will provide the screenings from noon to 2 p.m. at Jean’s Healthway, 133 S. Jefferson St. Free services available during the event […] The post Community Health Fair Set in Ava appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

West Plains Parks & Recreation is reminding families that the third Movie in the Park of the season is set for Saturday, September 5, at Carmical Field. This weekend’s feature is Wall‑E, with the film beginning between 7:30 and 7:45 p.m., depending on sunset. Organizers encourage residents to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and enjoy a […] The post Movie in the Park Tonight in West Plains appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

Funeral Services for William Endmond Owens, Age 92 of Mountain View, Missouri will be held on Saturday, September 5th, 2026 at The Yarber Mortuary Chapel, Mountain-View, Missouri, beginning at 3:00 PM. Visitation will precede the service, beginning at 1:30 PM. Interment will take place in The Chapel Hill Cemetery, Mountain View, Missouri. William Edmond Owens, […] The post William Edmond Owens appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

Memorial Services for Ruth Wallace, Age 85 of Mansfield, Missouri will be held on Monday, September 7th, 2026 at The Wolf Creek Baptist Church, Mansfield, Missouri Arrangements under the direction of The Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home, Mansfield, Missouri. Mildred Ruth (Gilmore) Wallace, daughter of the late James and Allie (Davis) Gilmore, was born on February 13, […] The post Ruth Wallace appeared first on Ozark Radio News.

The Willow Springs Bears were playing at home for the first time in the young season against the Skyline Tigers.  The game started out on a hopeful note, with the Bears leading 7-6 at the end of the first quarter. But unfortunately for Willow Springs, Skyline would take over the game, and come away with […] The post Willow Springs Fall To Skyline appeared first on Ozark Radio News.