A project to widen Route 65 to six lanes — three lanes in each direction — between Christian County Route CC/J and Christian County Route F in Ozark is scheduled to start the week of Nov. 13, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) said. more

The Christian County 100 Club held its 2nd annual Honoring Christian County Heroes Banquet at the Ozarks Event Center in Nixa on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. more

Ozark Junior High (OJH) students took time during their Nov. 1 spirit assembly to honor all those who serve our country, with a special tribute to one staff member — Master Sergeant Nicola Mozingo, who is retiring from teaching and the military at the end of the school year. more

Finley River Community Foundation (FRCF) will join in a nationwide celebration for the week of Nov. 12, 2023, to recognize the important role community foundations play in strengthening our region by addressing high-priority challenges and betterment projects in Ozark and eastern Christian County. more

Captain D. Scott Sater, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announced the following promotions effective Nov. 1, 2023. more

The Christian County Prosecutor has filed charges, and warrants were issued against three suspects involved in a home invasion last week, which occurred on Bridgewood Ct. in Nixa. more

An Ozark woman has been convicted following a bench trial of illegally providing prescriptions to patients at Ozark Community Hospital Christian County Clinic. more

In an effort to protect the integrity and fidelity of the Republican Party within our county and our state, the CCRCC — Christian County Republican Central Committee — has voted to join with other Missouri counties in requiring all candidates seeking to run as Republicans be vetted as "bona fide" Republicans. Republican voters expect "Republican" candidates to have values similar to theirs, and this new requirement will help assure voters that candidates running as "Republicans" are indeed aligned with the values of the Republican Party. more

Lucid TLC Studio & Art Gallery will host the art of area artist Crystal Cook as its featured artist for November in an exhibit called “Unbusy Your Mind.” more

On Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, the Stanley & Elaine Ball Foundation, managed by Central Trust Company, awarded the 2023 local, non-profit grant recipients. A total of 48 applications were received this year, and grants were awarded to 25 recipients, totaling a community investment of $222,135. Requirements for grant applicants included the organization’s ability to enhance educational opportunities and/or provide support for disadvantaged children. more

The Christian County University of Missouri Extension in Christian County is partnering with a Missouri Department of Conservation educator to offer a deer processing workshop. more

The Missouri Public Service Commission’s Cold Weather Rule, designed to help customers with heat-related utility bills, begins on Nov. 1, 2023. The rule will remain in effect through March 31, 2024. It has been a part of the Commission’s rules and regulations since 1977. more