Stay connected with the stories shaping our region and beyond. This page features timely links to people, places, and events making headlines both nationally and locally — all with an impact on life in Southern Missouri. From groundbreaking developments to inspiring community stories, see how the wider world intersects with the heart of the Ozarks!

From City to Soul: Southern Missouri’s Homesteading Surge.

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In a world that’s speeding up, more and more people are choosing to slow down—way down. They’re trading city skylines, crowded apartments, and the relentless hum of traffic for wide-open spaces, starry nights, and the hands-on satisfaction of living off the land. Southern Missouri is quietly becoming a beacon for this new wave of homesteaders, drawing folks from big cities who are ready to reconnect with nature, community, and a simpler way of life!

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The Man Behind The Microphone: Get To Know The True Charlie Kirk.

So You Think You Know Charlie Kirk?
Forget the headlines and soundbites—The Man Behind the Microphone offers a grounded, no-nonsense look at who the late Charlie Kirk really was and what he truly stood for. No fluff, no spin—just the facts.