West Plains Daily Digest Thursday, September 24, 2026
Ty's Take
Route ZZ's getting torn up next week for some serious pavement work, which means if you're heading out that direction you'll want to find another way or plan for some slowdowns. The county road crews know what they're doing, but anybody who's driven these Ozark roads knows that stretch gets plenty of traffic, especially this time of year when folks are moving cattle and hay before the weather turns. It won't last forever, but it's one of those necessary inconveniences that keeps things passable around here, and there's no getting around it.
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Route ZZ in Howell County to be Reduced for Pavement Repairs
Route ZZ in Howell County will narrow to one lane with a 12-foot width limit while crews repair pavement between County Road 8160 and Route 63 in West Plains, Missouri. Work will run daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, October 2 through Friday, October 30, weather permitting.
Southern Missouri Builders Association Hosts “Understanding the Journey Home” Workshop
The Southern Missouri Builders Association held its first Understanding the Journey Home workshop on September 19 at OzSBI in West Plains to educate residents about the home buying, building, and remodeling process. Local professionals from real estate, construction, and remodeling fields shared...
Homecoming Court Announced for West Plains Homecoming
West Plains High School announced its 2026 Homecoming Court and will crown the court members at halftime during Friday night's game at Zizzer Stadium. The school celebrated the Zizzers representing their respective classes for this year's homecoming festivities.
Late Local Author’s Book Coming to Hallmark’s Screen this Holiday Season
Hallmark's upcoming holiday film Christmas in Blue Dog Valley is based on the novel by late local author Annie England Noblin, who died from injuries sustained in a head-on crash months before the film's premiere. The movie serves as a tribute to Noblin, known for her passion for animals and...
Power Pole Replacement Scheduled for Next Week in West Plains
City of West Plains Electric will replace ten utility poles along County Road 1770 over the next two weeks, beginning Monday, September 28, between Sunset Terrace and County Road 1280. Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures and use caution in the work area.
Ozarks Healthcare Foundation Invites Community to 13th Annual Blue Jean Ball
The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation invites the community to its 13th Annual Blue Jean Ball on Saturday, October 3, at Silver Springs Ranch, Private Road 8900 in West Plains. The western-themed fundraiser brings together community members and local businesses for an evening of support.
Ronald Dwayne Keeling, born April 22, 1961, passed away leaving behind his sister Rhonda Benfatto and her husband Joe, his brother Michael Keeling and his wife Jolene, and three nieces. He was a graduate of Riverview Gardens High School.
Featured Pet of The Day- Tucker
Tucker, a dog available for adoption, spends his days in a kennel and enjoys getting attention from visitors who pass by. He and the other dogs in neighboring rooms create quite a commotion whenever humans come around.
SCOCOG Announces Fiscal Year Progress
The South Central Ozark Council of Governments reported that 76 regional projects in fiscal years 2026 through 2027 generated over $72.45 million in total funding and created 275.5 new jobs. The funding included $55.46 million in grants and $9.13 million in private investment.
Featured Pet of The Day- Benny
Benny, a 7-month-old Pit Bull Terrier and Labrador Retriever mix, is available for adoption through The Humane Society of North Central Arkansas. The curious and handsome pup approaches each day as a new adventure and is ready for a permanent home.
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