John Hacker

SHELDON, Mo. — A fire in the former O’Sullivan building in Lamar on July 3, 2025, was a blow to a long-standing Southwest Missouri business, but from the ashes has risen a new opportunity for Andrew Jones and his employees. Jones is best known for Jones B... See more

According to the National Weather Service, 16 Missourians died because of tornadoes in 2025, making it the deadliest year for tornados since the Joplin tornado of 2011 that resulted in the deaths of 161 people. Three more Missourians died in flooding and ... See more

CASSVILLE, Mo. — More than 2,000 anglers and 7,000 trout matched wits Sunday, a legendary duel that has created a uniquely Missouri tradition. The opening day of catch-and-keep trout season in Missouri fell on a weekend, making for big crowds at Roaring R... See more

CARTHAGE, Mo. — Although criminal charges against former Carthage Parks Director and Golf Pro Mark Peterson were dismissed last week, both the Missouri Attorney General and the Carthage Mayor said an investigation is still active, but no additional detail... See more

CARTHAGE, Mo. — Missouri Department of Transportation bridge inspectors have ordered the city of Carthage to close permanently two bridges on North Garrison Avenue over the Spring River by Friday morning. Traffic continued unabated over the bridges Wednes... See more