The snow and cold days are behind us (for a while). There have been reports of frozen pipes and other farm problems with folks needing to check cows often since it is calving season. That part of winter is always a dread. more

The winter storm that hit Christian County on Tuesday, Feb. 18, was brutal, to say the least. The area got about five-and-a-half inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service, and temperature lows were sub-zero until Friday. more

Mona Elloene Davis more

Lois McCall Bushman more

Wanda Owens more

Ozark High School senior Nathanael Martin recently made history by becoming one of the first students in Ozark history to be nominated for the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. more

Nellie Frangella more

John Duncan, 87, of Nixa, passed away Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. more

Betty Foraker more

All January long, I’ve been mentioning (okay, “whining”) that the month is a dead zone for new movie releases. So it makes sense that the biggest release of the month would be one that opened on the very last day (Friday the 31st) before making most of its money in February. With an estimated $36 million in its first three days, “Dog Man” is already the biggest new movie of 2025. And its success isn’t just commercial, the joyful film also gets my first recommendation of the year. It’s a chilly recommendation, appropriate for January I suppose, but a recommendation nonetheless. more

National Geographic Traveller UK has released a sponsored feature article highlighting Christian County as a must-visit destination in the heart of the Ozarks. The article explores the county’s local events, scenic outdoor activities, and local eats, showcasing the authentic experiences that make Christian County special. more

Before the 1900s, house finches couldn’t be found in this area. Now, the problem isn’t seeing them here – it’s identifying them. more