Former state Sen. Frank Barnitz announced on Thursday he is seeking to represent Missouri’s Eighth District in Congress. The seat is currently held by Rep. Jason Smith, whose held the office since 2013. Barnitz made the announcement at the Phelps County Courthouse during a regular meeting of…
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The Green Forest R-II Board of Director met for its monthly meeting Tuesday, Jan. 20. In attendance included board members Jason Jones, Jereme Patton, Michael Jones, Kyle Case, and Amber Toman. Also in attendance included Conrad Prugh, Kriste Crocker, Marsha Gabel, and Julie Harris.
The Salem VFW Chapter, working in partnership with Patrolman Hoffmeister, successfully organized a benefit coyote hunt in support of the Shop with a Cop program, which was held on Jan. 17. The organizers dedicated many hours of planning and hard work to ensure the event was well-coordinated …
Winter Storm Fern made its way through Dent County this past weekend, causing closures around the city and county following a deluge of snow. On Monday, Jan. 26, social media accounts of the city and county urged everyone to stay home and off the roadways to give road crew members plenty of …
The Dent Count Health Center held its monthly meeting Friday, Jan. 16. In attendance were board members Bob Parsons, Bob Gravely, Carol Lacy, Lori Hasten and Dennis Floyd. Also present were Zach Moser, administrator, and Roma Jones, assistant administrator.
Miles and Amber Yates and family of Salem were among the Missouri families honored at the 68th annual Missouri Farm Family Day on Aug. 11, 2025, during the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia.
Former state Sen. Frank Barnitz announced on Thursday he is seeking to represent Missouri’s Eighth District in Congress. The seat is currently held by Rep. Jason Smith, whose held the office since 2013. Barnitz made the announcement at the Phelps County Courthouse during a regular meeting of…
The Salem High School Art III students have been sharing the beauty and history of our local landmarks and life in the Ozarks through selected drawings in our annual calendar for the past twenty-three years. This project showcases the work of these talented students while encouraging artists…
Emergency Personnel are currently on scene of a structure fire in the 800 block of South Carty. Please avoid the area as weather conditions are already making this scene difficult to manage.
The Missouri Prairie Foundation’s Grow Native! program offers a native plant care calendar to guide your native landscaping stewardship each season, keeping it attractive to you and also providing benefits to wildlife throughout the year.
The Salem Memorial Hospital ToRCH Community Leadership Board is excited to announce Capacity Building Grant funding available through the Transformation of Rural Community Health (ToRCH) Project. These grants are designed to enhance the capacity of our community partners to support the goals…
The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community input on a project which will replace the Missouri Route 32 bridge over Huzzah Creek in Dent County, southwest of Viburnum. Built in 1931, the Huzzah Creek bridge is in poor condition, showing signs it has reached the end of its …
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The Salem Tigers carried the momentum of a strong holiday tournament showing into the new year, opening 2026 with a home victory on Jan. 2 with a 67-62 victory over Osage, improving to 8-4 on the season.
Obituaries
Delores Kay (Stewart) Warden, 72, Salem, died January 21, 2026…
Wilma Gladys (Floyd) Callahan, 97, Salem, died January 20, 202…

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