This past weekend, the Nixa Crimson Corps concluded their marching season by attending the Bands of America Grand Nationals competition, held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This event is the largest and final marching competition in the nation, featuring 112 of the top bands from across the country. The band earned a 1 rating, which is the highest rating that can be achieved. more

Nixa will prep for a familiar foe in wide receiver Isaiah Mozee leading up to the Eagles’ Class 6 Quarterfinal trip to Lee’s Summit North on Friday. more

Class 5 State runner-up Ozark has landed four players on the All-COC East Division First Team. more

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Youth Empowerment Project of Ozark (YEPO) awarded just under $2,000 in grants recently to other student groups within the Ozark School District. YEPO is one of 30 YEP Chapters in southwest Missouri under the guidance of Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO). The mission of YEP is to empower youth to positively impact their community through education, service, grantmaking, and fundraising. more

On Oct. 11, Giselle Gonzalez, a childcare teacher at Tiger Paw Early Childhood Center, had to put her training into action, and it’s something the Eoff family is eternally grateful for. more

Nancy Ann James more

Every deer camp has its cast of camp characters. Individuals with special uniqueness blended, like spices and seasonings in a recipe to make deer camp the special place it is. more

My, what a week!! I am so glad the election is over and hope things will settle down for everyone. I almost didn't get to vote this year. When I tried to vote early the line was too long for my patience. Then, when we all woke up Tuesday morning Swan Creek was rolling and a big tree was lodged on the upper side. It was Bob to the rescue again. He kept track of how fast the level was dropping and when he could get out in it he trimmed a lot of limbs that would be in the way of crossing. By 1:00 the creek was low enough to safely cross. I still wouldn't move away for anything. Just wish they had built the slab four feet higher when it was replaced in 1994. more

Few people know that in frontier times, Dallas County was the site of a small Indian uprising. more

The Missouri Department of Conservation’s ongoing search for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is once again in the news as hunters prepare for opening weekend of the November firearms deer season. more

Five Clever High School choir students were selected to participate in the south-central region’s annual All-District Honor Choir hosted by the Missouri Music Educators Association. Jason Williams (12th grade), Jackson Pojar (10th grade), Maci Peters (11th grade), Allison Rice (12th grade), and Madeline Swope (11th grade) took part in an arduous audition process where only 200 musicians were selected. more

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Clever Police Chief Michael Evans was arrested on charges of domestic assault on Nov. 7. more

Ozark, Missouri – The Ozark Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce the 59th Annual Ozark Christmas Parade, proudly sponsored by "Jingle" coming this holiday season to the Ozark Mountain Sports Complex. This cherished community event will take place on Saturday, November 23rd, with the parade kicking off at 5:00 p.m. in Downtown Ozark. This year’s theme, Winter Wonderland, promises an enchanting evening for families and visitors alike! more

A ribbon cutting for Neat Repeats Boutique Thrift Store was held on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at 1936 W. Retail Ln., Ozark. The ceremony celebrated the store’s one year anniversary. more

Sheila Michaels has been named the Humanitarian of the Year for promoting literacy and access to information for youth and families in Christian County. more

Alli Walker takes her unique blend of country music to the Aetos Center for the Performing Arts in the Meridian Title Performance Hall on January 17 at p.m. more

Charles "Charlie" Fears, 82, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away on November 6, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 8, 1941, in Paragould, Arkansas, to Pete and Lois Fears, Charlie grew up in Stanford, Arkansas, where he graduated from high school before embarking on a life marked by love, service, and deep devotion to family, faith, and community. more

Carpenter Media Group is announcing the resignation of Christian County Headliner News Editor Leah Greenwood. Greenwood became editor in March 2022, succeeding Rance Burger. more

The Christian County University of Missouri Extension recognized the 2024 Missouri Century Farms program inductee from Christian County, the Tennis family, last month on Oct. 3 at the MU Extension Annual Farm Celebration. The event was hosted by the Christian County MU Extension Council and was held at the Ozark High School Innovation Center. The evening included a meal and special recognitions for the Century Farm family. more

The Ozark School District Board of Education made some big changes at the Oct. 24 board meeting, and they are hoping it will help the District make some big hires. more

What is one of the most important school supplies? A library card; it is the pass to learning and exploration, access to books, audiobooks, movies, WiFi hotspots, musical instruments and so much more. more

Fourteen Nixa Choir Students were selected to represent Missouri in the 2025 American Choir Directors Association National Honor Choir. Over 5,000 students auditioned nationwide to be a part of the various ensembles, and around 1,000 were chosen. Their performance will take place over spring break in Dallas, Texas. more

The last competition of 2024 is currently on display in the Finley River Art Gallery, and it boasts 35 amazing entries. more