Here is a collection of pictures from the 71st annual Nixa Christmas Parade. more

Lula Belle Winslow more

Berna Dean "Bunny" Egbert more

For most hunters, this wonderful season of the majestic whitetail deer is over for another year. Bow hunters still have a little time left. If you are a deer hunter, or have been, you are probably like me and have a lot of deer memories. more

As of Tuesday, Dec. 9, Martha and I have been married for 30 years. more

Ozark, MO – The Christian County WIC announces a contract continuance to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2026 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. more

NIXA, Mo. (Dec. 4, 2025) – The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $2,500 donation to Care to Learn’s chapter in Nixa. more

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation invites Missouri students in grades K-12 to help fight litter in Missouri—and to have creative and educational fun—by participating in the 2026 “Yes You CAN Make Missouri Litter-Free” trash-can-decorating contest. The contest is part of MoDOT’s annual “No MOre Trash!” statewide litter campaign, which is held in April. more

With some consumers planning to pull back on spending this holiday season, BBB has tips for celebrating on a budget. more

In 2000, what was then the last available burial plot at Wise Hill Cemetery in Clever was sold. Now, 25 years later, a one-acre addition to the cemetery has created space for 640 new burial plots; 600 of them full burial plots and 40 spaces for cremation only. more

A Nixa woman is facing multiple felony charges after she allegedly took part in a scam in which she and others reportedly impersonated two celebrities to convince the victims to send them money. Sarah Louise Mills, 41, is charged with money laundering, conspiracy, and two counts of stealing by deceit. more

Hope that each of us has made a habit of carrying a heavy coat and a light jacket as we travel around. The Missouri weather sure can change quickly. I like the warm days best. more

Fresh from the tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 5, the Nixa Parks and Recreation Department held the city’s 71st annual Christmas parade on Sunday, Dec. 7. The theme of the parade, which was sponsored by Walmart, was “Hometown Heroes.” more

Donald “Don” L. Damme, age 78, of Springfield, Mo. went to be with the Lord on Dec. 2, 2025. He passed away peacefully at his home in Springfield. Don was born to Frank and Edith (Tribble) Damme on Jan. 11, 1947, in Armona, Calif. He was the oldest of three boys and is survived by his two younger brothers, Michael and Lawrence. more

Bruce W. Barge more

Wallace David Porter (David) peacefully fell asleep at home in Sparta, Mo., on Dec. 4, 2025, and entered Heaven's eternal rest. God orchestrated a full-circle life as David's birth on March 17, 1934, took place in the humble farmhouse located across the road from his final earthly home in Sparta. He lived a full life of 91-plus years. more

Disabled American Veterans and RecruitMilitary are hosting a virtual Veteran and Military Spouse hiring event online on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The event begins at 11 a.m. and continues until 3 p.m. more

Ronald Glen Dickey, 87, of Ozark, Mo., passed away on Nov. 25, 2025. He was born on Feb. 26, 1938, in Marmaduke, Ark., to Thomas and Dora (Hopkins) Dickey. more

Roger Lee Heidt more

Gary Lynn Busselman more

One constellation has two bright stars that dominate its borders. It is also home to two different deep sky objects, the discovery of two planets, and two meteor showers. more

Nine officers from Nixa's FFA program competed at the District FFA Fall Speech Contest in Marshfield in various agriculture industry topics after qualifying out of the Area XII competition. more

Christian County Elks Lodge #2777 proudly hosted its annual Thanksgiving luncheon for Veterans on Wednesday, Nov. 19, welcoming more than 100 guests for a heartfelt celebration of service and gratitude. Over 70 veterans enjoyed a full traditional Thanksgiving dinner—turkey, trimmings, and all—prepared entirely by lodge members who spent the morning cooking and getting everything ready for this special occasion. All food for the event was generously donated to support the lodge’s ongoing mission to serve those who served. more

Dec. 4, 2025, is National Celebrate Shelter Pets Day. It is a day dedicated to honoring animals waiting in shelters for loving families. The day brings warmth and hope, creating a moment for people to pause and see how special these friends can be. Not only do these animals find homes, but they also bring joy, comfort, and in many cases, help their new owners with mental health struggles such as PTSD and suicidal ideation. more

Who wouldn’t want to get a cute puppy as a gift for the holidays? Before you shell out for a new furry friend, read about how to spot a puppy scam. more