Ozark is proud to announce that Ozark High School senior Caleb Anderson has been named a National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist. Caleb was selected as a semi-finalist based on his performance on the PSAT last school year. more

Edward (Ed) Cantor Griffin, age 93, passed away peacefully with his daughter at his side at Mercy Hospital on Saturday evening, Sept. 19, 2026. more

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PRESS RELEASE – Five years after welcoming guests to experience a reimagined piece of Ozarks history, Finley Farms and The Ozark Mill celebrated a milestone made possible through a shared commitment to preservation and the future of southwest Missouri. On Friday, Sept. 25, and Saturday, Sept. 26, members of the public were invited to the Ozark Mill to celebrate the venue’s fifth anniversary. The event included live music, local makers, food and drink specials, free farm and mill tours and family-friendly fun. more

Ozark’s second McDonald’s celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Ozark Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Sept. 23. The event included remarks by the owners, tours of the building, and a proclamation read by Mayor Don Currence, who declared the day as “McDonald’s Day in the City of Ozark,” and encouraged all citizens “to join in recognizing the dedication, the generosity, and community spirit of (owner) Daphne Simpson, her leadership team, and the employees of McDonald's for their outstanding contribution to our community.” more

Donald Rex Lance, age 83, of Ozark, Mo., passed away peacefully at his home on Sept. 13, 2026. Don was born to Ray and Vera (Huffman) on June 6, 1943, in Flint, Mich. He was united in marriage to Edna Mann on June 7, 1969, in Lakeland, Fla. Don and Edna shared 57 years of marriage and were blessed with two sons, Shannon and Cody Lance. more

Marie Jeanette “Frangella” Boyd more

The historic old Dr Pepper clock that has been visible on the Ozark square most likely since the early 1960s. It was in the late 1950s and early 1960s that the Dr Pepper Company made changes in their advertising by removing the period after ‘Dr’ and doing away with their ’10, 2, & 4’ slogan and switching to ‘The Friendly Pepper Upper.’ more

Bobby Rex Kindrick, age 81 of Ozark, passed away Sept. 18, 2026. He was born Aug. 17, 1945, the son of Elmer and Velma (Ash) Kindrick. more

Donald Lee Sayre was the youngest of three boys born to John Ray and Evelyn Sayre in St. Augustine, Florida, on Dec. 25, 1946. After graduating from high school in Stockton, Mo., Donald served four years in the United States Marine Corps. He later continued his military service in the Navy Reserves, Army Reserves, and Army National Guard. more

For the seventh consecutive year, the mayors of Nixa and Ozark are teaming up with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) to host the Mayors Community Challenge Blood Drive on Thursday, Sept. 24. more

Morgan Industrial Technology (MIT) will break ground on a new 15,000 square foot facility in Ozark on Wednesday, Sept. 30, with construction to begin in October and to be completed by Fall of 2027. more

The historic old Dr Pepper clock that has been visible on the Ozark square most likely since the early 1960s. It was in the late 1950s and early 1960s that the Dr Pepper Company made changes in their advertising by removing the period after ‘Dr’ and doing away with their ’10, 2, & 4’ slogan and switching to ‘The Friendly Pepper Upper.’ more

Ozark, Mo. – The Christian County University of Missouri Extension recognized the 2026 Missouri Century Farms program inductee from Christian County, the Hanafin family, on Sept. 8th at the MU Extension Farm Family 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 served by the council members and special recognition for the Century Farm family. more

National Good Neighbor Day is September 28, 2026. Last year was Christian County's first year to participate, and Christian County had two nominees for the Top Twenty Missouri Residents honored as the state's Most Engaged Neighbors for 2025. Brent and Julia Davis from Fremont Hills and Ashley Marks from Ozark. more

Due to ongoing dry conditions, increased fire danger, and current weather forecasts, Christian County has issued a countywide burn ban effective immediately. The burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning, including the burning of brush, debris, and other combustible materials, until further notice. County officials are taking this precautionary measure to reduce the risk of wildfires that could threaten lives, property, and natural resources. County officials, emergency responders and local fire departments are urging residents to use extreme caution with any activities that could produce sparks or open flames. more

The Ozark High School Alumni Association will be honoring the graduating classes of 1941 – 1979 at their annual reunion on Oct. 10. This year’s banquet will be held at the Ozark Junior High School, 1109 W. Jackson St., Ozark (across from Pizza Hut). The doors will open at 3:30 p.m. for tours of the facility until 4:45 p.m. For those not wishing to take the tour, this will allow time for visiting with fellow classmates. Dinner seating will begin at 4:30 p.m. Our meal, catered by Dining By Design, and our program will start at 5 p.m. Cost per person is $25 and reservations must be received by Sept. 26. more

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James Carroll Cypret passed away Sept. 6, 2026. He was born July 4, 2026 in Springfield, the son of Nathaniel and Jailyn (Drew) Cypret. more

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Christian County Lions Club is excited to host our 11th Annual 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Finley River Trail in Ozark, MO. NEW this year is the option to run a 10K on the Chadwick Flyer Trail at the same time and location. Races are timed events. This is our major fundraiser for the year. more

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