West Plains Daily Digest Monday, June 08, 2026
Ty's Take
The rain that hit southwestern Howell County hard enough to trigger a flash flood warning Tuesday is the kind that comes down like a bucket turned upside down—good for the pastures and stock tanks, bad for anybody caught in a low water crossing or parked near a creek bed. But before you head out once the weather clears, take a look at what else showed up in the county this week: a pair of accidents that sent people to the hospital, a situation up in Wright County involving something stronger than beer, and a criminal case out of Mountain Grove that reminds us why you know your neighbors' business around here whether you want to or not. The Fourth is still a few weeks out, but Willow Springs is already gearing up to celebrate, and that's the kind of forward thinking this region runs on—planning the good stuff while you're still dealing with whatever came before.
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West Plains Daily Quill
The West Plains Daily Quill is publishing an NCAA baseball tournament schedule for June 8-14, though specific games and broadcast times are available only to subscribers. Readers can access the full listing by logging into existing accounts or purchasing a new subscription.
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Ozark Radio News
Wright County Deputies Assisted in a Situation Caused by Alleged Influence of Psychedelic Mushrooms
Wright County deputies responded to an incident on the Gasconade River north of Burney Ford after two floaters became separated while camping. An investigation determined that both individuals had consumed psychedelic mushrooms before their river outing.
Willow Springs 4th of July Celebration Events
Willow Springs is gearing up for Independence Day festivities on Saturday, July 4th, starting with a parade at 10 a.m. The Chamber of Commerce is promoting what they say could be one of the best Fourth of July celebrations in the region, with additional events planned after the parade.
Two Injured in Accident Near Success
A rollover accident west of Success on Sunday afternoon sent two people to the hospital after a 26-year-old from Bucyrus lost control on Boiling Springs Road. The Highway Patrol says excessive speed caused the driver to run off the road, strike a culvert, and overturn.
Mountain Grove Man Arrested Arrested for Exploitation and Enticement of a Minor
A Mountain Grove man faces multiple felonies after admitting to law enforcement that he attempted to arrange sexual encounters with individuals he believed were minors. The 44-year-old suspect was identified after a group called Predator Poachers alerted authorities to his online communications...
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for southwestern Howell County Sunday evening as thunderstorms dumped 1 to 3 inches of rain across the area. The warning remained in effect until after midnight.
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