Darrell Boyd is the captain of the Dallas County Sheriff’s Posse and Posse Rangers. He entered the field of law enforcement four decades ago and has experienced many things since he took his oath. His goal has always been to reach out a hand to help, especially to a misguided younger generation involved in drugs and crime. more

Halfway teenager injured more

The Southern Dallas County Fire Protection District will host an open house called “Come Explore the Explorers Program” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12. more

Jan. 12-18 more

Jan. 11-18 more

People don’t always have to travel to faraway forests and grasslands to find a variety of animal and plant species. There might be more life in the yard surrounding a house than people realize. more

There are important steps to take when considering selling timber, says University of Missouri Extension forester Hank Stelzer. more

The cash value benefit for fruits and vegetable purchases (CVB) increase was approved in the federal budget for the remainder of FFY 2023, and today we received implementation guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Mountain Plains Regional Office (MPRO). more

Reloading ammunition can be an enjoyable hobby, and it’s a way for hunters and sport shooters to customize ammunition and get good shells. more

Adults are invited to attend a book discussion at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, at the Fair Grove Branch Library, 81 S. Orchard Blvd. more

This Valentine’s Day, Citizens Memorial Hospice will show love for Hospice patients and families through its “Hug in a Mug” charity event. more

The Missouri Department of Conservation is encouraging the public to use caution when using MDC boat accesses in locations where water levels are low, as some boat ramps have sustained damage over the course of several months due to low water levels. Notable areas where water levels are low are along the Missouri River and around the Lake of the Ozarks. more