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Campaign aims to expand safe after‑school options for Ozarks kids

Springfield News-Leader 24 Feb 2026
The Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks has launched its annual Great Futures Campaign to support local youth, according to a community announcement ... For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks, visit bgcozarks.org.
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MSHP searching for white pickup after death of Christian County deputy

Springfield News-Leader 24 Feb 2026
Ozarks residents are asked to be on the lookout for a white 2001 Chevrolet Silverado that could be involved in a fatal shooting of a Christian County deputy, according to the ...
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Springfield sales tax board violates City Charter, council told

Springfield News-Leader 24 Feb 2026
When Springfield City Council established a citizens' group to oversee the use of the revamped 3/4-cent sales tax in early 2025, it violated certain provisions of the City Charter ... 5, 2024 ... Paul was also the city attorney when the CAB was established.
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From the Darkroom shows a pioneer in Springfield radio, then TV

Springfield News-Leader 23 Feb 2026
Ward, who graduated from Springfield Senior High School in 1921, was a pioneer in radio and television broadcasting in the Ozarks, having ... For more historical images of the Ozarks, visit.
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KY3's Ashley Reynolds announces departure, new job with Crosslines

Springfield News-Leader 23 Feb 2026
After 14 years of exposing scams and misdeeds in the Ozarks, Ashley Reynolds is stepping away from "On Your Side." ... Outreach, a nonprofit previously known as the Council of Churches of the Ozarks.
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'Devil in the Ozarks' accepts plea deal over prison escape

Log Cabin Democrat 20 Feb 2026
A convicted murderer and rapist known as the “Devil in the Ozarks” who escaped an Arkansas prison last year pleaded guilty to charges stemming from his flight and was sentenced to 13 years in prison Tuesday after accepting a deal ... .
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Greene County residents fear dangers of battery storage site proposal

Springfield News-Leader 20 Feb 2026
Dozens of Greene County residents filled the courtroom in the Historic Courthouse on Tuesday, Feb. 17, many standing for more than two hours at the Greene County Planning Board meeting ... Emergency response not adequately thought through ... Rep.
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Springfield airport director announces retirement after 15-year tenure

Springfield News-Leader 19 Feb 2026
Weiler's "greatest joy," according to the press release, "has come from working with young people wanting a career in aviation" including those in Ozark Tech's pilot and airplane mechanic training ...
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Naramore swimming strong at University of the Ozarks

The Lufkin News 18 Feb 2026
Samantha Naramore (Class of 2024), a former Lufkin High School swimmer, showcased her talents at the 2026 Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Championships, held Feb. 11–14 in Garland ....
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Ozark resident earns governor’s nod for vacant Franklin County Quorum Court seat after a year

NWA Online 18 Feb 2026
CHARLESTON -- An Ozark woman has been appointed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to fill a Franklin County Quorum Court seat that has been vacant for 13 months ... .
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Pianist Kang to Present March 4 Concert (University of the Ozarks)

Public Technologies 18 Feb 2026
Juyeon Kang, a Steinway artist and educator, will present a concert at University of the Ozarks on Wednesday, March 4 ... University of the Ozarks published this content on February 18, 2026, and is ...
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Business Students Compete in National Competition (University of the Ozarks)

Public Technologies 18 Feb 2026
I am deeply grateful to the faculty, staff, and my peers at University of the Ozarks who have believed in me and invested in my growth. It has been a true honor to represent University of the Ozarks ...
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Arc of the Ozarks expands autism services with new Springfield site

Springfield News-Leader 18 Feb 2026
The Arc of the Ozarks has acquired a second building from Empower ... By expanding its Autism Center, The Arc of the Ozarks is working to address the increasing demand for diagnosis and therapy services.
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Springfield library gets grant for Rosie Book Club events, outreach

Springfield News-Leader 18 Feb 2026
The Springfield-Greene County Library Foundation has received an $18,800 grant to support the Rosie Book Club, according to a community announcement. The grant, provided by Dr. Nancy D ... Nancy D ... Learn more at https.//cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct/.
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Residents raise concerns over new makeup of Springfield P\u0026Z

Springfield News-Leader 18 Feb 2026
With the turn of the new year, Springfield City Council appointed three new members to its Planning & Zoning Commission, although the commissioners replaced were eligible for re-appointment ... In a letter sent to council Tuesday, Feb ... At the Dec.
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