OZARK, Mo. (July 15, 2026) – The Ozark Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the grand opening of J'Adore Nail Lounge with an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at its new location, 1459 W. South Street, Ozark, Mo. more

Pam Robertson more

As the moderator of the Christian County Candidate Forum, held at the Ozark Square on the evening of Thursday, July 16, I would like to thank the following people who made the event possible: more

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Firefighters from the Ozark Fire Protection District (OFPD) helped respond to flooding in Iron and Reynolds County on Friday, July 11. Four firefighters with the OFPD were part of a 12-member Region D Strike Team which engaged in search, rescue and recovery operations in the effected counties. more

Just had to replace the ink in my printer. It is so simple after I figure out which angle that replacement goes back in. A lot of ink is used around here each time there is a new project started. more

Doris Frauenhofer, 85, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026. Doris was born in Torrington, Conn., where she met and married her soulmate Robert Frauenhofer, with whom she enjoyed over 50 years of happiness and adventure. more

Thomas “Scott” Campbell, age 57, of Republic, Mo., passed away on July 9, 2026. He was born on Oct. 1, 1968, to Melvin T. and Beverly Sue (McDaniel) Campbell. more

The Sparta Historic District (SHD) celebrated dual milestones on Saturday, July 4, with their first ever Founder’s Day celebration. The event commemorated both the 250th anniversary of the nation’s Declaration of Independence and the 150th anniversary of the city’s founding. more

Three Christian County school districts have received grants from the Coover/RSP Celebrate Rural Grant Program, a partnership of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, the Louis L. and Julia Dorothy Coover Charitable Foundation and Commerce Trust. more

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Mike Adams more

Robert King, age 83, passed away on July 7, 2026. Our beloved "Bob"'s wish to pass peacefully in his sleep at home was fulfilled after a brave two-year battle with cancer. more

Ozark High School Educators Rising students recently attended the Educators Rising National Conference in Portland, Ore., where they showcased their talents and represented both Ozark High School and the state of Missouri on a national stage. more

The Kathy Whitworth Service to Education Award was presented to Mike and Katie Henneger with United Plumbing and Marilyn Hanna, High Pointe Elementary principal. more

The board of directors for Children’s Smile Center (CSC) announces the retirement of its long-time executive director, Jackie Barger, effective December 31, 2026. more

Sandra Eileen (Williamson) Habekost more

A new chapter for tourism and countywide promotion began July 1, 2026, as Explore Christian County was officially recognized as Christian County’s Destination Marketing Organization by the Missouri Division of Tourism. more

The Sparta Historic District (SHD) celebrated dual milestones on Saturday, July 4, with their first ever Founder’s Day celebration. The event commemorated both the 250th anniversary of the nation’s Declaration of Independence and the 150th anniversary of the city’s founding. more

Tomato season is finally here, and I like to say that when it rains tomatoes, it pours tomatoes. Why can't the season be a little more spread out? One day you don't have a single ripe tomato, and the next you have twenty rotting on your kitchen counter. more

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Eighty-one veterans returned home to a hero’s welcome from throngs of supporters after a day-long trip to Washington D.C., courtesy of Honor Flight of the Ozarks (HFO), on Tuesday, July 7. During the trip, the veterans had the opportunity to view monuments including the World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the U.S. Marine Corps Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery. The veterans also had the chance to see the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. more

Two of the churches in town will begin Bible School on Monday evening. A lot of good things are being planned. more

Johnny Dexter Davidson more