I met Tom and Julie at church several weeks ago. Someone told them I write about the outdoors. They said they were not very outdoorsy, but were thinking about trying it to see if they liked it. I told them that the outdoor world was created by God and can help change their lives, just like He can.  more

Elwood “Woody” Knight, 94, of Nixa, passed away peacefully at his home on March 9, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. more

Judy Ann Lamb more

I want to clarify and correct my interview with Steve Chapman, the editor for the Headliner. more

Louie Power Jamieson more

The Nixa High School Theatre Department took part in the Speech and Theatre Association of Missouri’s district Reader’s Theatre and One Act Play competition on Monday, March 2, and they will move onto state-level competition in April. more

The City of Nixa is excited to announce Travis Cossey as the new Director of Nixa Utilities and Public Works. Cossey has dedicated nearly 30 years of service to the City, including 24 years in Planning and Development, where he served as City Planner. Later, he served as Development Director from 2012 to 2020, before becoming the Assistant Director of Nixa Utilities and Public Works. He brings extensive experience and institutional knowledge to his new leadership role. Cossey replaces Doug Colvin, who retired in the fall. more

Gravel bars on rivers and creeks are special to me. They have been a part of my life. I have skipped rocks, gone swimming, fished, camped, read books, and taken some really great naps on gravel bars. more

If Nixa voters approve Proposition One when they go to the polls on Tuesday, April 7, the Nixa City Charter will be amended so that vacancies on the Nixa City Council with a remaining term of over one year will no longer be filled with a special election. Rather, the vacancy would be filled by mayoral appointment, with the approval of the city council; the same process used to fill vacancies that have less than a year-long-term remaining. more

Berton (Bert) Stanley Brundage, Jr. more

Ozark area women met February 24 at the new Children's Smile Center facility to plan for Year 11 of the Impact 100 Ozark organization. Impact 100 Ozark is a philanthropic initiative designed to pool funds from members to collectively make large grants in the area of Ozark that improve the quality of life. Since 2016 they have given away nearly $462,200 and will pass the half million dollar mark with their large grants later in 2026. For more information, go to their website at www.impact100ozark.org or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Impact100Ozark. more

Diana Watkins more

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is warning Missourians of a new phone scam targeting the family members of individuals incarcerated in the Christian County Jail. more

OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services to rural residents of any age. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in your area, please call the OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287. You can also visit our website at www.oatstransit.org, where you can find your local schedule by clicking on your county under the “Bus Schedules” tab. OATS Transit is available to the rural general public of any age. Additionally, we contract with various agencies to serve their clients. more

The sun is beginning to peek through the forested hills. Annie is at the trout park, waiting with rod in hand. She is visiting with the men on both sides of her. It’s a cool morning. The fishermen and one fisherwoman talk about the weather. more

I personally believe there is a God and that He created the outdoors for all of us to enjoy, and for us to introduce kids and other adults to the beauty and wonder of it all. It’s a great way to escape from worries and frustrations caused by the news media and social media. more

Jenna Sweeney has held many roles during her career in banking. She has been the retail location manager at Liberty Bank, a vice-president at Ozark Bank, and she is currently the Chief Operating Officer at TelComm Credit Union, but next month she takes on yet another role: She will become a member of the Missouri Credit Union Commission. more

The Nixa High School Future Business Leaders of America attended the FBLA District 18 Leadership Conference at Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo. on Wednesday, Feb. 4. During competition held at the event, 21 students advanced to state-level competition. more

Gabriel Lea Scurlock more

David Roy Todd more

Have you ever wondered what your student will do when they finish high school? What job, what career, what are the employment options? Is college or technical school an option? Will they live with others? Will they need support or will they live independently? more

A Christian County deputy sheriff was fatally shot in Highlandville on Monday, Feb. 23, according to a Blue Alert posted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. more

The Nixa Eagles played the Central Bulldogs at Nixa High School on Friday, Feb. 20. The Eagles defeated the Bulldogs, 89-57. All photos by Steve Chapman. more

A few weeks ago, I got up that morning and looked out the window. The thermometer said it was below zero. I decided it would be a good day to get my fishing stuff ready for days with beautiful sunny skies and gentle breezes. Some wise person once said, “No winter will last forever, and no spring skips its turn.” more

The Nixa High School Bowling Team had their first competition of the 2026 Bowling Season on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at Enterprise Park Lanes in Springfield. Coach David Evans said the team made a strong showing at the event. more