Weather Service: Latest thoughts on today’s expected wintry weather
Here is the most recent information from the National Weather Service in Springfield: âž” Widespread wintry weather arrives early this morning, lasting through the afternoon. Snow accumulations expected ...
Absentee balloting to begin Feb. 25
Texas County Clerk Peggy Seyler announced that absentee balloting will begin soon for the April 8 municipal election. Persons can begin casting absentee ballots on Tuesday, Feb. 25. A variety of races ...
Licking receives $2.5 million for water system work
Project funding consists of a $1.27 million grant and a $1.27 million low-interest loan, both provided through the department’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. This funding is estimated to save ...
Hawley tells postmaster general to kill transportation plan
U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent a letter to U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy on Feb. 11 regarding a recent advisory opinion issued by the Postal Regulatory Commission that the Postal ...
PHOTOS: HHS boys basketball vs. Mountain Grove
The Houston High School boys varsity and JV basketball teams hosted Mountain Grove last Friday (Feb. 7) in Tiger Fieldhouse.
HHS boys stumble during busy stretch
During a flurry of four games in seven days (including three South Central Association conference matchups), the Houston High School boys basketball team came up empty.
Steve’s Tire changes hands
Steve’s Tire – at the south end of town on U.S. 63 – has been sold by longtime owners Steve and Judy Pounds. The new owners are Springfield residents Terin Cantrell and Caleb Arthur, and the new name ...
County deputy joins Houston Police Department
The newest officer with the Houston Police Department has several years of experience in the local law enforcement scene: Jeremy Wink.
Houston, Cabool and Texas County report sales tax revenue
Sales tax revenue in Houston and Cabool increased while Texas County remained steady in January 2025 compared to 2024, according to a recent report.
Lady Tigers squander lead during guard’s career night
The Houston High School girls basketball team nearly avenged a 24-point December loss to Hartville on Monday night.
Weather Service: A look at expected round 2 of winter weather
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Blood drive planned Feb. 24 at Licking
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Feb. 24 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at Licking. The event is 2 to 6 p.m. at the church, which is at 222 W. Highway 32.