Attention high school sophomores and juniors! Webster Electric Cooperative is holding a writing competition to award two juniors with an all-expensed paid trip to Washington, D.C. as part of the Youth Tour program (June 15-21, 2025) and three sophomores with an all-expensed paid trip to Jefferson City, MO to attend the Cycle Leadership Conference (July 15-18, 2025). These competitions are open to all high school sophomores and juniors (including homeschool) within the Webster Electric service area. more

OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services, including a schedule in Webster County. OATS Transit is available to the rural general public of any age, including seniors and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, OATS contracts with various agencies to serve their clients and are currently hiring drivers statewide, so please share this opportunity with anyone you know who would make an excellent driver, allowing us to continue serving passengers.  To schedule a ride in Webster County, call 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287. more

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Christian County, MO – A second skunk collected in Christian County has tested positive for rabies. The first skunk was collected in late December from the Clever area, and the second skunk was collected this week in the Billings area. There have been no reports of any humans being bitten. more

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“Birds are one of our most important and valuable natural resources… Cultivating an acquaintance with them is one of the best ways to understand the problems of wildlife conservation. There are few experiences more enjoyable or of more lasting value than studying birds in the field.” more

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Monday, Jan. 13, at a ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol, Mike Kehoe was sworn in as the 58th Governor of Missouri, marking a new chapter of leadership for the state. more

I heard on the news some schools are banning cell phones. more

The Marshfield Chamber of Commerce is set to host its first networking event of the year on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The event will take place at Las Cazuelas, located at 104 Wilson Way, Marshfield, starting at 11:45 AM. The 2025 newroking series will continue what started last year, offering new opportunities to learn, grow your business and meet new people. more

Marshfield, Mo. – The Webster County University of Missouri Extension is holding an Agriculture Leasing Program in Marshfield on Thursday, Jan. 30.  more

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Tuesday, Jan. 14, as his first official act in office, Governor Mike Kehoe took decisive action to prioritize public safety by signing six executive orders and officially launching his comprehensive Safer Missouri public safety initiative. more