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- Legal Marijuana Sales Generated $255 Million in Sales Tax Revenue for State and Local Governments Across Missouri in 2025 02/12/2026JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In 2025, Missouri’s legal cannabis program generated a record-breaking $255.57 million in sales tax revenue for state and local governments across Missouri. State government received $151.72 million, while local governments that have a licensed dispensary in their community received $103.84 million in 2025. The Missouri Veterans Commission is one of the […]James Hurtt
- GREATER WEST PLAINS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES CONCLUSION OF ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE AFTER DECADES 02/11/2026Press release from the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce: WEST PLAINS, Mo., February 11, 2026– The Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce announced today that the 2025 Chamber Christmas parade will be its last. The event has been a cherished community tradition for decades, but logistical, financial, and staffing challenges have […]James Hurtt
- Power Outage Scheduled Sunday for Parts of Mountain View 02/11/2026The City of Mountain View Electric Department has announced a planned power outage for Sunday, February 15, beginning at 8 a.m., to allow crews to complete infrastructure upgrades. Workers will be replacing aerial poles in the affected area. The outage will impact several neighborhoods, including: 5th Street between Maple and 7th 6th Street to Marr […]James Hurtt
- Douglas County Deputies Arrest Man on Felony Warrant; Methamphetamine Located During Vehicle Inventory 02/11/2026Douglas County deputies arrested a 43‑year‑old Ava man on February 10 after locating suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia during a vehicle inventory, according to a probable cause statement filed by the Sheriff’s Office. Deputy James Pueppke reported seeing a white Dodge truck known to be operated by Jacob James parked at Plummer’s convenience store around […]James Hurtt
- A Great Lunch For a Great Cause 02/11/2026Anyone looking for a midweek lunch option on Wednesday, February 11, can support a good cause while enjoying a classic favorite. The Lady Zizzer Basketball team will be serving chili dogs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Ozarks Healthcare Grill 59 dining area. A minimum $10 donation is requested, with all proceeds benefiting […]James Hurtt