Community Calendar
Now, more than ever, America is need of prayer. Join us in prayer for our nation, Wednesday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30. It’s time to ask God to help this nation. We need to pray for our churches, pastors, evangelists- we need to pray for revival… for our children to receive the right education K-through- college, based on the Word of God… for our communities and leaders, for our legislators…so that they may get closer to God, so they can receive the wisdom of God.
In Jesus’ name.
THE AMERICAN VETERANS MEMORIAL IN ASH FLAT IS SELLING BRICKS TO HONOR ANYONE WHO SERVED IN THE U.S. MILITARY. BRICKS SELL FOR $50 EACH. BRICK FORMS ARE AVAILABLE AT ASH FLAT CITY HALL OR BY CALLING 870-994-7324.
The Bridge Community Church south of West Plains on Highway 63, four miles south of the Dairy Queen, is now holding Sunday night services at 6 p.m. Pastor Dan Duncan welcomes everyone. For more information call 417-293-3240.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED AT THE HORSESHOE BEND RECYCLING CENTER. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS OR SATURDAYS. ANYONE INTERESTED IN HELPING IS INVITED TO DROP BY AND VISIT WITH RECYCLING CENTER MANAGER, JOHN WATTS, BY CALLING 870-345-5749.
GED CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT AT OZARKA COLLEGE. CLASSES ARE HELD TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY FROM 9AM UNTIL 3PM ON THE MELBOURNE CAMPUS; TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY 9AM UNTIL 3PM ON THE ASH FLAT CAMPUS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PHONE THE ADULT EDUCATION OFFICE AT OZARKA COLLEGE AT 870-368-2051.
A CELEBRATE RECOVERY MEETING IS HELD EVERY MONDAY NIGHT AT 6PM AT THE SALEM FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH. CHILDCARE IS PROVIDED. PHONE 870-895-0885 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
The Sharp County Conservation District is selling one-pound packages of pecan halves and one-pound packages of pecan pieces for $10.50 each. Just go to 212 Court Road next to the courthouse in Ash Flat
The Highland Band’s annual cookie dough sale is underway. You can contact any Highland Band student to place your order- proceeds will support band trips.
The St. Paul United Methodist Church in Thayer will now be having a service every Sunday at 11:45. Pastor Boyd Savage and the congregation welcome everyone.
MONTHLY – THAYER:
Pregnancy Resource Center of West Plains
POP-UP In Thayer, Mo
Located at the Christian Activity Center
429 Chestnut St
Thayer, Mo.
October 23, 2025
November 20, 2025
December 18, 2025
Dates for 2026 to be announced
4TH MONDAY MONTHLY – THAYER:
Dementia Caregiver Support Group presented by Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Missouri and Senior Age
4th Monday of the month from 8:30am to 1oam
Thayer Fun and Friends Senior Center- 100 Chestnut Street
Mark Applegate 417-255-2513 or email mark.applegate@seniormo.org
Please contact the facilitator before attending your first meeting and for weather cancellation concerns
NOW through APRIL 30th- KOSHKONONG:
Koshkonong Library is having their Spring Library sale during the months of March and April. It will be .10 cents for each book or a dollar a bag.
MARCH 19th – MAY 19th- THAYER:
The Thayer- Mammoth Spring Rotary Club has the community garden spots tilled and ready to go. The community garden is located next to the Assembly of God Church on South 63 Highway near the Rodeo arena in Thayer. If you would like a garden spot (20′ by 20′) then get yours now while they last. The cost is $20 per spot. If you rent 3 spots you can save and only pay $50 for all three. If you would like a garden spot, contact Larry Forschler at 417-264-3411. All the money goes to the Rotary Club to help with community project. Water hydrants are available. Please bring your own tools.
MONDAY, MARCH 23rd-ALTON:
Victory Free Will Baptist Church in Alton would like to invite everyone out to a free community dinner! It will be March 23rd from 5-7pm. They will be having a nacho bar. The address is 14331 MO-19, Alton, MO 65606. They look forward to seeing you there!
THURSDAY, MARCH 26th – THOMASVILLE, MO:
Everyone is invited to a TOWN HALL meeting in Thomasville, Thursday, March 26th at 6 P.M. at the Thomasville Community Center. Discuss items affecting the Thomasville area and ballot initiatives. Famous Cowboys chili will be served.
MARCH 28th – WEST PLAINS:
Annual Veterans Ball is March 28th at 6 p.m. at AmVet Post 98 in West Plains. Enjoy a live band and meal catered by Ozarks Cafe. It’s semi to formal dress code. It’s free for all Veterans and significant others.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27th- WEST PlAINS:
The Howell County Health Department presents a free event called the Car Seat Check Event. It will be from 10am to Noon at the West Plains Fire Department located at 1901 Kissinger Street. Let certified child passenger safety technicians make sure your child’s car seat is installed correctly.
SATURDAY, MARCH 28th- THAYER:
Free Community Pre-Easter Brunch from 10am to 1pm at the Christian Activity Center in Thayer. Neighbors, family and friends will gather ahead of Easter to share food, fellowship and encouragement. Everyone is welcome. Community support is needed for food donations or supplies (pancake mix, eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit, orange juice/milk, coffee, paper plates, napkins, etc). Call or text Cliff Williams for updated list of items needed or with questions at 870-880-0023.
SUNDAY, MARCH 29th- WINONA:
Easter Egg Hunt Event at the Lion’s Park from 1pm to 3pm. Ages 0-4, 5-8 and 9-14. Several prizes.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1- COUCH:
THURSDAY, APRIL 2nd – WEST PLAINS:
April 2nd is National Autism Acceptance Day — and this year, it will also be officially recognized by Mayor Topliff and the City of West Plains! To celebrate and support this initiative, ASCEND at Missouri State University- West Plains is encouraging local businesses to “paint the town blue.” Show your support by:
*Wearing blue April 2nd
*Assembling blue-themed displays for the entire month of April
*Getting creative to spread awareness and acceptance, whether you sell blue vehicles or blue drinks, show your support for inclusion by sending ASCEND a photo of your crew and displays to share on Facebook throughout the month of April.
You can also show your commitment to inclusion in West Plains by ordering an ASCEND T‑shirt from the Drago Bookstore by March 20th or simply wearing blue on April 2nd. $10 of each shirt purchased goes directly to ASCEND to continue our commitment to neurodiverse students. https://www.dragocollegestore.com/ascend-fundraiser-t-shirt
NOW THROUGH APRIL 7- OREGON COUNTY:
The Oregon County 4-H is doing a county art show. They invite any youth to participate, whether they’re in public school, private or homeschool. Art work needs to be turned into the Extension Offfice by April 7th, they will have the artwork on display at the courthouse and on Facebook from April 13th-17th for voting. Winners will be chosen on April 21st and will go onto the regional contest in Poplar Bluff on April 28th.
FRIDAY, APRIL 10- DONIPHAN:
Free Invasive Plant ID and Control Workshop in Doniphan
Doniphan, MO (April 10, 2026) – The Missouri Invasive Plant Council (MoIP) is offering a free training on invasive plant management to support local landowners and agencies on Friday, April 10 in Doniphan, Missouri. The training will include information on identification and control of a wide range of invasive plant species and guidance in navigating cost-share opportunities for funding invasive plant control on private property. The workshop, which will begin at 10:00 and end at 3:00, will include classroom instruction and a field component. Lunch will be provided, as well as a selection of native plants. To register, email lilly@moprairie.org or call 314-390-5035. “Invasive plant species severely impact forestry, livestock, and recreational economies in Missouri,” said Carol Davit, MoIP Chair. “The early detection and control of these species is key in preventing their spread, and private landowners play a key role in this important work. This training is being offered to support private landowners in these efforts.” This workshop is made possible thanks to funding from the L-A-D Foundation. MoIP is a multi-agency, multi-industry networking and advocacy group to bolster statewide efforts to identify and control the invasive plant species that severely impact several sectors of the Missouri economy and native biodiversity. See the MoIP webpage at moinvasives.org for detailed guides on the management of specific invasive plant species and other resources
SUNDAY, APRIL 12- WEST PLAINS:
Tom Barr Basketball Lessons:
Annual Spring Shooting/Ballhandling Camp
1:30-3:30 1st-4th grade
3:30-5-30 5th-8th grade
First 45 minutes ballhandling drills, second 45 minutes shooting fundamentals, last 30 minutes scrimmage type drills
$55, $45 if currently enrolled in their basketball lessons
Text (417) 293-5391 if you want to be added to the list.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24 AND SATURDAY, APRIL 25- MOUNTAIN VIEW, MO:
South Central Walk Worthy Women’s Conference
April 24-25, 2026
Liberty High School
Mountain View, Missouri
The South Central Walk Worthy Women’s Conference, an inter-denominational event, will be held April 24-25, 2026, at Liberty High School in Mountain View, Missouri. This is the same great conference that has been held at First Baptist Church in previous years and at LHS last year. The conference times are 6:30-9:30 Friday evening and 9:00 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. The conference host will be Teresa Arthur and we are honored to welcome keynote speakers: Sara Forhetz, Bible teacher; Amy Stout, Bible Teacher; and Gloria Umanah, Bible Teacher. Praise and Worship will be lead by weRcalled. Cost for this event is $40 through March 31, $45 April 1-April 23, and $50 at the door—(breakfast and lunch included on Saturday). By going to www.scwalkworthy.com www.scempoweredwomen.comyou can register online, print out a registration form, find area hotels/rates, and acquire additional information. You can register online or by mailing in a form as late as April 18 or online as late as April 23, 2026. After April 23, please register on-site (April 24-25). We are excited about hosting this event and hope to see you on April 24-25, 2026, at Liberty High School located at 1054 Old Hwy 60 in Mountain View, Missouri.
MARCH-DECEMBER – WEST PLAINS, MO:
Ozarks Healthcare is making preventive care more accessible in 2026 by offering low-cost lab screenings and bringing its Mobile Mammography Unit to communities across the region throughout the year. Low-cost Lab screening dates are as follows. To schedule low-cost lab screenings, contact the desired Ozarks Healthcare location near you from the following list:
March
March 11 – Ozarks Healthcare Winona, Ozarks Healthcare Main Campus; Ozarks Healthcare Family Care; Ozarks Healthcare West Plains Family Medicine
March 12 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain Grove
March 17 – Ozarks Healthcare Alton
March 18 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain View
March 24 – Ozarks Healthcare Gainesville
March 25 – Ozarks Healthcare Thayer
June
June 10 – Ozarks Healthcare Winona, Ozarks Healthcare Main Campus; Ozarks Healthcare Family Care; Ozarks Healthcare West Plains Family Medicine
June 11 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain Grove
June 16 – Ozarks Healthcare Alton
June 17 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain View
June 23 – Ozarks Healthcare Gainesville
June 24 – Ozarks Healthcare Thayer
September
September 9 – Ozarks Healthcare Winona, Ozarks Healthcare Main Campus; Ozarks Healthcare Family Care; Ozarks Healthcare West Plains Family Medicine
September 10 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain Grove
September 15 – Ozarks Healthcare Alton
September 16 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain View
September 22 – Ozarks Healthcare Gainesville
September 23 – Ozarks Healthcare Thayer
December
December 9 – Ozarks Healthcare Winona, Ozarks Healthcare Main Campus; Ozarks Healthcare Family Care; Ozarks Healthcare West Plains Family Medicine
December 10 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain Grove
December 15 – Ozarks Healthcare Alton
December 16 – Ozarks Healthcare Mountain View
December 22 – Ozarks Healthcare Gainesville
December 23 – Ozarks Healthcare Thayer
Appointments are required for mobile mammography screenings and are limited. To schedule a mammogram at any of these locations, call 417-274-7911.
SATURDAY, APRIL 4- THAYER:
Shredding Event from 9am to Noon at the Thayer Police Department on Front Street in Thayer. Protect your private information with on-site mobile shredding services. Keep your information safe and secure. Sponsored by H&R Block of Thayer.
APRIL 25 – HOUSTON, MO:
The city of Houston will celebrate the first Emmett Kelly Sr. Day in Missouri on Saturday, April 25th…Kelly the famous “Weary Willie” sad-faced clown who entertained audiences worldwide for more than six decades. Kelly grew up on a farm east of Houston. A new legislation will be signed into law by Gov. Mike Kehoe. Plans and special entertainment and dozens of activities are planned for that date. For updates visit www.downtownhoustonmo.org. To be put on the mailing list e-mail info@downtownhoustonmo.org.
THURSDAY, MAY 7th – WEST PLAINS, MO:
The National Day of Prayer will be held May 7th in People’s Park Pavilion in West Plains from Noon to 1:00. Everyone’s invited to gather and pray for our country including government leadership, the workplace, the economy, military, education, church, family and media. The National Day of Prayer is held annually across the country the first Thursday of May. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the U S Congress and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. The theme for this year’s National Day of Prayer is from Chronicles 16:24 which say “Glorify God Among the Nations, Seeking HIM in all Generations.”
NORTH ARKANSAS
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) volunteers are sworn in by a judge in the case, and CASA needs volunteers to help abused and neglected children. CASA of North Arkansas provides trained community volunteer advocates to help play a positive role in the lives of children in the foster care system.
Contact CASA of North Arkansas at 870-517-8432
SALEM:
A Celebrate Recovery meeting is every Monday night at 6, at First Assembly of God Church in Salem. Childcare is provided; for more information 870-895-0885
ALTON/THAYER SALVATION ARMY:
If you would like to donate to the Salvation Army in Oregon County throughout the year, then please drop your donation payable to Salvation Army at Southern Bank in Thayer or Alton. Be confident this donation will be used in Oregon County to help those in need.
TUESDAY AND FRIDAY – JANUARY – WEEKLY:
“Get Fit Classes” are held each Tuesday and Friday mornings at 10 a.m. at the Izard County Senior Center, located one mile south of Brockwell on Highway 9. For more information call the center at 980-368-6011.
ALTON:
Grief Share, a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing grief and loss will be held on Thursdays at 6pm at Alton Church of Christ. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Is This Normal”, “The Challenges of Grief”, “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why”, and “Guilt and Anger”. This is open to the public and is not a denomination- specific event. For more information, call 417-280-1046.
ALTON & THAYER:
The Alton & Thayer Senior Centers will now be offering “hot meals to go” on a weekly basis; the meals will be done “take-out style” at the front door, at each center. For more information, call the Alton Center at 417-778-7342 or the Thayer Center at 417-264-7354 or visit, social media pages for each center, and to view menus.
ASH FLAT/CHEROKEE VILLAGE:
The Sharp County Senior Life Program, located in the Town Center in Cherokee Village is open Monday through Friday from 9am – 2pm with lunch served at 11:30am. For more information about programs and events, call Karla Collins at 870-257-6301.
CHEROKEE VILLAGE:
The food pantry at First Baptist Church in Cherokee Village will be open every Tuesday from 9a-1p.
COUCH:
The Couch R-1 School District annual Back-to-School Supply Drive is taking place at Open House. If you would like to support the Back-to-School Supply Drive, they need donations for school supplies. You can find a list of needed supplies on the school’s website. Supplies and donations can be dropped off at school or Wicker Auto Sales. For more information, you can contact Katie Janes at (417) 938-4212 or Jennifer Smith at (417) 293-1692.
KOSHKONONG, MO:
The Senior Mobile Market visits the Koshkonong City Hall on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 9:30 to 10:30a distributing food to qualified residents. You must live in Oregon County and provide proof you are 60 years of age or older. Food will be provided on a first come/first served basis to at least 1 member of the household. For questions, call 417-865-3411. This a service of the Ozark Food Harvest.
MAMMOTH SPRING:
Exercise classes are held at the Mammoth Spring Senior Citizens Center 950 Archer Avenue in Mammoth Spring every Monday except major holidays at 9:00 am. The class lasts 30 minutes and involves stretch bands, weights, stretching, and working on balance. Contact the Salem Extension Office for more information at 870-895-3301 or Lisa at 870-321-3351.
WEDNESDAYS
GED classes are at the Mammoth Spring Fire Department from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students are accepted starting at age 16. There is no charge for this class. Classes are held at the Ozarka College Campus in Ash Flat on Tuesdays and Thursday, also from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m.
THIRD MONDAY MONTHLY – MAMMOTH SPRING, AR:
Shining Light Food Pantry has moved. Their new location is the corner of Goldsmith & 7th in Mammoth Spring. The third Monday of every month is distribution day. They need you to line up NO earlier than 5:00. Pantry is from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Turn on 289, go to the top of the hill turn left onto Goldsmith, and follow Goldsmith around to 7th Street we cannot block any driveways or streets, please leave gaps for these. When you are on Goldsmith you will stay at the stop sign that we place until the car being loaded on 7th street moves away then you will move across to be loaded not blocking any driveways or streets. If you try to cut in from a side street you will have to go to the back to get in line. We will be putting signs out to help the lineup process. Questions? Contact Jennifer Smith at 417-293-1692.
SUMMERSVILLE:
A free beginners line dance workout is offered each Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Summersville Senior Center. A $1 donation to the senior center is suggested to cover use of the facility. For more information, call 417-932-4866.
THAYER:
If you would like to donate some good Christian books for giveaway during Power Source Prayer line on the GIFT, then please drop them by the studios of K-Kountry 95 and the Gift during regular business hours Monday through Friday. Please make sure they are good sound Christian books and in good shape. Or, you want to make a monetary donation for the Power Source team to purchase books, please leave your donation at the studio. Power Source Prayer Line airs each Wednesday morning from 730a to 830a on AM 1290 and FM 103 point 7. It gives you an opportunity to call and offer prayer and praise reports. Area pastors host the program weekly.
WEST PLAINS:
West Plains Animal Control wants to remind the public that this year’s dog registration tags are now available at the police department, city hall, and the animal control facility. All residents inside the city limits must register their dogs. The registrations are free and current rabies vaccine information must be put on the form.
If you’re struggling with Alcohol abuse, there are meetings in the area to help with your addiction; it’s helping many victims and their families. Alcoholics Anonymous or A.A. meets in West Plains almost daily. Many are attending the West Plains Wednesday evening session at 7 p.m. at 1400 Washington Avenue in West Plains. You and your family members are welcome. There are meetings in not only West Plains, but Thayer, Willow Springs, Mt. View, Eminence, and Cabool. You can attend any meeting. There are no dues or fees for A A. It’s non-denominational, non-political, and they do not wish to engage in any controversy. The only requirement is for the desire to stop drinking. Learn more. Call 417-256-8988. Their primary purpose is to stay sober and help other people achieve sobriety.
The West Plains Area Farmers Market, located in the East Towne Village pavilion, at 1380 Bill Virdon Blvd. in West Plains, is now open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.
Celebrate Recovery in West Plains, which used to be held on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm will now be held on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 pm at The First Baptist Church South Campus located at 106 Grove St. West Plains, MO. It will follow immediately after “For the City Meal” which runs from 5pm-6pm. Anyone wishing to attend Celebrate Recovery is invited to come early and enjoy a free meal before the meeting.
The Howell County Health Department is accepting new or gently used coats for children and adults. Items can be dropped off at the Health Department at 180 Kentucky Avenue in West Plains or please call 417-256-7078 to arrange pick up.
The West Plains Ozark Health Care Hospital Gift Shop is now open. Hours are 10:00 until 4:00 p.m. weekdays. More hours later as they expand their staff. Call to donate or for more information 417-853-5200 or go to ozarkshealthcare.com/support-us/foundation
THAYER:
Ozarks Healthcare Thrift Store in Thayer, at 612 South 6th St. is open for donations and shopping Monday through Saturday, from 9AM-4:30PM with a sale every Thursday. Any questions can be answered on their Facebook page or by calling 417-264-2028
First Baptist Church in Thayer has a Christ-centered addiction recovery program each Monday at 6:00 p.m. in The Thayer Christian Activity Center on Chestnut Street. Celebrate Recovery is a faith-based approach to overcoming addictions. If you or a loved one is struggling with an addiction you are invited to attend or invite someone to attend with you. If you would like to donate to the many needs or help in this ministry contact the church office at 417-264-3403. If you can help provide part of the weekly meal, please sign up for an item at the Welcome Center. The help will be much appreciated and will bless many.
The Tax Collector’s office in Thayer will be open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9am-4pm. These hours will remain until further notice.
The Christian Activity Center in Thayer is open for walkers from 7:00 until 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday….and open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 until 2:00 p.m. for Senior Adult Activities.
Mo-Ark A.A. meetings are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday beginning at 7 p.m. at the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Thayer.