Fires pop up; Weather Service warns of ‘historic fire conditions’ for Friday
A fire southeast of Houston sent a department to battle it. Here’s what the National Weather Service says for tomorrow.
Flu cases exceed 400 for season in Texas County, agency reports
The number of influenza cases reported in Texas County exceeded 400 on Tuesday, March 11. The Texas County Health Department said the numbers for the 2024-’25 season stood at 412 for Influenza A and ...
Johnson named to Washington University dean’s list
Lily Johnson of Houston was named to the dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester at Washington University in St. Louis. She is enrolled in the university’s College of Arts and Sciences.
School board: Teaching program could be offered to HHS students
A potential teaching program for high school students and the district’s employee health insurance contract were discussed by the Houston R-1 School District Board of Education on Tuesday (March ...
One injured in three-vehicle accident on Business 60 at Cabool
One person was injured in a three-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on Business 60 in Cabool, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said.
County commission handles several personnel matters
Members of the Texas County Commission handled several matters during meetings March 5 and 6. Approved annual road maintenance agreements with Burdine, Sargent, Pierce, Carroll and Roubidoux townships ...
RICKY LEE WEBER
Ricky Lee Weber was born on July 13, 1950, in Houston, Missouri. The Lord welcomed him home on March 12, 2025.
Highway MM closed today as MoDOT performs work
Highway MM in Texas County remains closed today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a pipe under the roadway. This section of roadway is from U.S. 60 to Highway 38. Work began ...
Busy weather predicted: High winds, fire risk, thunderstorms
A High Wind Watch and High Wind Advisory have been issued for Friday for strong and potentially damaging non-thunderstorm winds in Texas County.
Senior meal funding headed for governor’s signature
The Missouri Senate Wednesday sent a midyear budget adjustment to Gov. Mike Kehoe that will keep the state’s senior meal program — including those in Texas County — afloat.
Swimmers in Czech Republic set new world record for largest polar bear dip
Czech cold-water swimmers on March 1 set a new world record for the largest polar bear dip. A total of 2,461 participants were involved in the successful attempt on Most Lake in northwest Czech ...
Construction to bring Springfield’s Jordan Creek back above ground is underway
Heavy equipment is moving dirt as Jordan Creek in downtown Springfield comes closer to seeing daylight. The first phase of the project known as Renew Jordan Creek has been under construction for more ...