The City of Marshfield is reminding residents of important guidelines for the upcoming limb pickup services. As part of the city’s efforts to keep public areas clean and maintain efficiency, the City asks that residents prepare their limbs ahead of scheduled collection dates and adhere to specific rules to ensure a smooth process. more

The Marshfield Community Theatre is excited to announce auditions for their upcoming production of Legally Blonde: The Musical. Directed by Kelby Lorenz, with Susie Smith as Assistant Director, Samantha VanWyhe as the Musical Director, and Emily Lawson as Choreographer, the production is seeking 20-30 talented individuals for a variety of roles, including principal, featured, and ensemble positions. The musical is open to individuals aged 15 and up, with a focus on both adult performers and young adults. more

The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed that a tornado struck Webster County near Seymour Friday night. The storm was officially rated as an EF-1, with winds reaching a maximum of 100 mph. An assessment team from the NWS conducted a survey on Saturday to evaluate the damage and confirm the storm’s strength. more

Webster County Emergency Management is hosting a series of Emergency Preparedness Training sessions for residents. The next two Tuesday evenings will offer vital information on how to better prepare for emergencies. more

Webster County Emergency Management is warning residents of another week of dangerous fire weather conditions. Despite Friday’s rain admist the large storm cell that traveled through Webster County, it wasn’t enough to alleviate the ongoing risk. Authorities are urging the community to refrain from burning, not just today, but for the entire week. more

The Webster County Historical Society is pleased to announce their latest publication of the Webster County Plat Book. The front cover of the 2025 edition pays tribute to the rural schools of Webster County that once dotted the countryside.  more

On Feb. 27 and 28, the fourth and fifth graders of Shook Elementary traveled to the Greenwood rural school to learn about school-life in a one-room setting. Mrs. Lola Belle Underwood, a former teacher at Greenwood, hosted the presentations for two classes at a time until all 20 of the classes were able to attend. more

On March 14, parts of southern and central Missouri experienced a damaging storm event that included high winds and hail. One of the residual signs of this weather event are downed limbs and tree damage around homes and on farms. If trees on your property appear to be damaged, here are some tips to keep in mind: more

The Marshfield Lady Jays basketball season come to an end Saturday just shy of a second straight trip to the final four. more

A Seymour, Mo., woman was sentenced in federal court for a more than $850,000 fraud scheme in which she used the personal identity information of her fellow inmates in state prison to obtain student loans and tax refunds. more

On Sunday, March 2, the Marshfield Police Department was dispatched to an open line 911 call. more

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The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds people that strong winds, low humidity, and dry conditions this time of year means extra caution is needed to avoid unexpected wildfires. more

The Webster County Farm Bureau Board lead a collaborative food security project in partnership with Fordland FFA, Glendale FFA, Logan-Rogersville FFA, Mansfield FFA, Mighty Eagles 4-H Club and Seymour FFA on Monday, February 17, at the Fordland High School. more

The Webster County Historical Society will hold a trivia night fundraiser on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Son-Rise Christian Church in Marshfield. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m., with doors opening at 4:45 p.m. Participants can enjoy a fun evening of trivia, food, and prizes, while supporting the local historical museum. more

On Saturday, Feb. 8 the Marshfield Police Department was dispatched to Walmart for a report of a male and female who had passed counterfeit bills. A Marshfield Officer spent approximately 4 hours reviewing surveillance footage to determine the ID of both individuals, identify the vehicle they were driving, actually witness them passing the counterfeit bills and to determine what items were stolen. While reviewing the footage our Officer was able to obtain a license plate number. more

A little-known quirk of Missouri’s sales tax law means that retailers charge a higher rate for a hot dog purchased off a roller than for a cold sandwich. more

Marshfield High School had a strong showing at MSHSAA Districts over the weekend, with impressive results in both Speech and Debate. more

As the spring semester winds down, the Marshfield School District is prepping for the 2025-2026 school year with Kindergarten and Preschool Screenings scheduled for March and April. Here's what you need to know about these required screenings.  more

Webster County University of Missouri Extension is celebrating a significant milestone with the 100th Annual Diversified Ag Conference, scheduled for Monday, March 10, at the Marshfield High School Cafeteria. This event is a highlight for local farmers, gardeners, and anyone involved in agriculture, offering valuable insight into current agricultural practices and issues. more

On February 16, Bruce Blankenship, Minister of the Show Me Cowboy Church, was officially ordained as the 232nd Cowboys for Christ Minister by the Cowboy Chaplains of America. This significant event marks a milestone in Blankenship’s journey as a spiritual leader in the community. more

The Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of Webster Lodge #98 invite you to a Chilli and Gumbo luncheon March 8th from 11-2 at the Masonic Temple. Proceeds benefit Webster’s long time partner The Forgotten Initiative, which assists children in our community in need. “Its always great to help an organization that does so much, when folks come and eat these dollars benefit children in our community.” said Secretary Pat Blinzer. Purchase tickets ahead of time from a lodge member or pay at the door. All you can eat with drinks and dessert is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. Come out and help us make this a great event! more

Webster County University of Missouri Extension invites you to the 100th Annual Diversified Ag Conference. The conference will be held at the Marshfield High School Cafeteria, Marshfield Missouri. Registration will begin at 5:30pm, a meal will be served at 5:45pm, the program begins at 6:45 pm and be completed by 8:45pm. more

The Southwest Missouri Council of Governments (SMCOG; pronounced: sim-cog’) has partnered with Webster County to develop a Public Transit and Active Transportation Plan for the county and is seeking public input. The Plan will focus on opportunities to improve access to transportation in the county, particularly for individuals with disabilities, individuals with low income, and older adults. This planning effort is made possible by SMCOG’s recently awarded Rural Community Innovations: Transportation Planning Grant, funded by the Federal Transit Administration and administered by the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC). The Plan will serve as a guiding document for the transportation decision-making process and future investments. The main purpose of the Plan is to develop a set of multimodal transportation improvements that address deficiencies and provide enhancements to Webster County’s transportation system. The planning process will ensure community input and involvement so that the final plan accurately reflects the needs and preferences of all residents. more

Bolivar, MO – The 4th annual Missouri Beef Days is set for May 3-10 with two preview activities in April. This week-long festival honors the state's rich beef heritage and brings the community together for a series of exciting events. more