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- Mets' Edwin Diaz open to World Baseball Classic return despite past injury July 25, 2025New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz said he is open to playing in the World Baseball Classic in 2026 despite suffering a major injury in a past tournament.
- More than 100 NFL players and coaches scalped tickets to Super Bowl LIX – and got caught July 25, 2025The NFL Collective Bargaining Agreement prohibits the resale of tickets at a higher price than face value or price players or other club employees paid.
- Washington Post obituary section on life support as writers take buyouts: report July 25, 2025The Washington Post continues to face major staff exodus as all but one obituary reporter recently accepted a buyout from the major media outlet this week.
- HGTV stars flaunt bikini bodies on social media while remaining unfazed by network cancellations July 25, 2025Heather El Moussa and Christina Haack pose in bikinis on Instagram after HGTV cancels their individual shows, while still appearing together on the renewed series "The Flip Off."
- Ancient 'stick figures' on beach once again visible at tourist destination July 25, 2025Seasonal ocean swells in Oahu have revealed over two dozen ancient petroglyphs, known as kiʻi pōhaku, that were carved by Native Hawaiians centuries ago into lava rock.
- California wildfire victims left wondering where $100M went following FireAid benefit concert July 25, 2025California wildfire victims question where the $100 million from the FireAid benefit concert went, as charity reveals funds were given to nonprofits rather than individuals.
- Trump admin cracks down on Oregon and Virginia for defying Title IX and women's sports executive order July 25, 2025Linda McMahon and the Deptartment of Education ramped up enforcement of Title IX, with updates on actions against Oregon and Virginia relating to gender ideology.
- Fox News Politics Newsletter: Clinic Staffers Face Federal Charges for Obstructing ICE Raid July 25, 2025Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.
- Influential lawmaker demands 'old guard must go,' calls for 'rebirth' of Democratic Party July 25, 2025Rep. Ro Khanna calls for the Democratic Party to have a "rebirth" at a summit for young progressives, criticizing the party establishment's old guard.
- NFL star Von Miller mistakenly calls Commanders by former name as Trump threatens stadium deal July 25, 2025NFL star Von Miller had a slip-up, calling the Washington Commanders by their old name, as President Donald Trump looked to make that change happen.
Local News
- Leroy Erzinger July 25, 2025Funeral services for Leroy Erzinger, 89, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 28, 2025, at New Liberty Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Mr. Erzinger passed away at 11:27 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at his home. He was born July 13, 1936, at West Plains, to Edmund […]Administrator
- MSU-WP Hosts 65 Middle Schoolers for Summer Scholars Academy July 25, 2025Sixty-five enthusiastic middle school students from across the region gathered at Missouri State University–West Plains (MSU-WP) for the Summer Scholars Academy, held June 23–27. The weeklong camp immersed students in hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) experiences designed to inspire learning and exploration. Participants engaged in interactive classes covering a wide range of […]Thom Hoglen
- Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital Welcomes Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Shawn Anderson July 25, 2025Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital has announced the addition of Shawn Anderson, MD, to its emergency department staff. Dr. Anderson brings nearly two decades of experience in emergency medicine and a strong commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care. Dr. Anderson most recently served as Medical Director at the VA in Mountain Home, Arkansas, and has […]Thom Hoglen
- Featured Pet- Ivy July 25, 2025FEATURED PET OF THE DAY- Who said a playmate had to be a human? That is the case with this lovely girl who goes by the name, Ivy who is up for adoption at The Humaine Society of Southwest Missouri. -Ivy is a 1 year old, Australian Cattle Dog-mix. And as you may be able […]Dylan Groves
- SEMA to Host Public Assistance Briefings for Disaster-Affected Local Governments and Nonprofits July 25, 2025In response to the recent federal disaster declaration (DR-4885) for severe storms that struck Missouri from May 23–26, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) will hold Public Assistance applicant briefings on July 30 and 31. The briefings will assist local governments and qualifying nonprofit agencies in counties included in the declaration—Dade, Douglas, Ozark, Vernon, and […]Thom Hoglen
- West Plains R-VII Board of Education to Hold Special Session July 30 July 25, 2025The West Plains R-VII School District Board of Education will convene for a Special Session Meeting on Wednesday, July 30, at 12:00 p.m. at the district’s Central Office. The meeting will begin with standard opening items, including roll call, quorum establishment, and approval of the agenda. Following that, the board will move into a Closed […]Thom Hoglen
- Route P in Howell County to be Reduced for Pavement Repairs Starting Aug. 4 July 25, 2025The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced that Route P in Howell County will be reduced to one lane with a 10-foot width restriction beginning Monday, Aug. 4 as crews begin pavement repairs. The affected stretch runs from Route AP to Route 63 near Pomona. Weather permitting, the work is expected to continue daily […]Thom Hoglen
- West Plains Police Requesting Help In Identifying Three Individuals July 25, 2025The West Plains Police Department is seeking the identity of the pictured individuals in reference to an ongoing investigation. If you have any information please contact the Police Department at 417-256-2244 or send us an anonymous email to crimetips@westplains.gov. The post West Plains Police Requesting Help In Identifying Three Individuals appeared first on Ozark Radio […]James Hurtt
- Gregory Allen Grogan July 25, 2025A memorial service for Gregory Allen Grogan, 70, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, August 31, 2025 at Van Patten Woods, Wadsworth, Illinois. Mr. Grogan passed away at 12:58 p.m., Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Ozarks Healthcare. He was born October 19, 1954, at Waukegan, Illinois, to Granville Grogan and Cynthia […]Administrator
- Man Facing Theft Charges After Using Ex-Employers Account July 25, 2025Ava, Missouri – A man with a prior felony theft conviction is now facing new charges after allegedly making unauthorized purchases using a former employer’s customer account at multiple O’Reilly Auto Parts locations across several states. According to a report filed by Officer Wright (DSN 434) of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, authorities were dispatched […]James Hurtt