Pulaski County Weekly

30/03/2024

Fort Leonard Wood kicked off its 2024 Army Emergency Relief donation campaign during a meeting of senior leaders March 4 in the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence headquarters building.

30/03/2024

Rebecca Goebel of Dixon, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Goebel was initiated at Missouri State University.

Rebecca Goebel of Dixon, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Goebel was initiated at Missouri

29/03/2024

While many of their fellow students were relaxing or preparing for the upcoming week, two Waynesville High School students were in Washington, D.C., Sunday, March 10, serving on a national panel.

While many of their fellow students were relaxing or preparing for the upcoming week, two Waynesville High School students were in Washington, D.C., Sunday, March 10, serving on a national

29/03/2024

The Dixon Area Chamber of Commerce is a member of the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber hosted a ribbon cutting on March 18.

28/03/2024

March is School Board Recognition Month in Missouri, and the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education members were to be recognized Monday, March 25, at their meeting for dedicated service.

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06/03/2024

On March 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., the City of Waynesville will host a Government Contracting Luncheon to educate businesses about bidding on government contracts.

Last year, the City of Waynesville launched a symposium geared toward local business development, and Mayor Sean Wilson and Economic Development Coordinator Doug Potts are leading the effort to expand

28/02/2024

Using the poppy theme in a new way, the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce is hosting a community art project for Veteran’s Day called The Poppy Project that will honor service members with a blanket of crocheted flowers created by members of the community. The Chamber is calling for crafty community members to crochet and/or knit flowers for the blanket.

In 1915, Canadian physician and Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae composed a poem titled “In Flanders Field” that described poppies growing amongst crosses in a war cemetery in Waregem, West Flanders,

22/02/2024

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) is hosting a blood drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 4, at the Phelps Health Waynesville Medical Plaza Bloodmobile in Parking Lot 1000 GW Lane Street.
To help avoid wait times, appointments are strongly encouraged. Donors can schedule an appointment at https://www.cbco.org/adventure/ or by calling 417-227-5006.

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) is hosting a blood drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 4, at the Phelps Health Waynesville Medical Plaza Bloodmobile in Parking Lot

22/02/2024

The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership Awards Banquet was held Feb. 16 with 170 in attendance at the ARK Community & Sports Center.

22/02/2024

Pulaski County Health Center (PCHC) and Pulaski County Growth Alliance (PCGA) are teaming up to host a half-day wellness conference on Friday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at Waypoint Church, 301 Highway T in Waynesville.

Pulaski County Health Center (PCHC) and Pulaski County Growth Alliance (PCGA) are teaming up to host a half-day wellness conference on Friday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at

26/01/2024

The Waynesville - St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Community Leadership Award Banquet on Friday, February 16, at The ARK Community and Sports Center with social hour beginning at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. This annual event recognizes civic and non-profit organization leaders who have exhibited notable leadership, dedication, and hard work in the Waynesville-St. Robert community. The Chamber will present the Citizen of the Year Award, in addition to Community Non-Profit of the Year, Educator of the Year and other Community awards.

The Waynesville - St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Community Leadership Award Banquet on Friday, February 16, at The ARK Community and Sports Center with social hour

24/01/2024

Waynesville R-VI School District reports that city crews are working to repair a water main break and water pump in Waynesville, which have temporarily left Waynesville Middle School, Waynesville Sixth Grade Center, Parker Educational Center and the administration building without water.

Additional bottled water and hand sanitizer are being delivered to these buildings.

School will dismiss as normal this afternoon (Jan. 24, 2024). After school activities will be held this afternoon, as water is expected to be restored to the schools this afternoon.

Students who attend Waynesville Middle School, Waynesville Sixth Grade Center and Parker Educational Center are asked to bring a water bottle tomorrow, in the event that a boil order may be issued.

19/01/2024

This homeless population census will assess the number of homeless individuals and families following regulations set forth by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The study will track those who are without shelter from 5 p.m., Jan. 24 to 9 a.m., Jan. 25.

The Point in Time Count is an initiative to count the homeless population throughout the 101 counties of the Missouri Balance of State Continuum of Care. This homeless population census

19/01/2024

Two public meetings to discuss the Fort Leonard Wood South Gate closure have been scheduled in Pulaski County. The first public meeting will be held Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Citizens Center of Northwest Texas County (12274 Hwy 32) in Roby. The second meeting, a town hall forum, will be hosted Jan. 29, 6:30 p.m. at Parker Educational Center, 909 U.S. Rt. 66, Waynesville.

Two public meetings to discuss the Fort Leonard Wood South Gate closure have been scheduled in Pulaski County. The first public meeting will be held Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m. at

19/01/2024

Richland area residents will have the opportunity to donate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30 at Richland High School, 714 S. Jefferson.

Every year, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions, hoping to spark positive change. Resolve to make a positive change in 2023 by participating in the Community Blood Center of

19/01/2024

“It's an automotive and diesel repair shop that offers automotive and diesel repair mobile mechanics,” McKee said. “We’re going to treat everybody fair, and if you can’t come to us, we can come to you.”

For the last couple of years, if a big truck or a carload of kids broke down while passing through here on the interstate, the driver could call Accelerated Roadside

19/01/2024

Seeing her dogs comfort individuals and families dealing with sadness, loss and hardships has made Murray feel deeply committed to providing this service in the community. “God showed me how important this work is, and I’m really honored to do it.”

Dr. Joan Murray retired from the Army in 2007 after 22 years, but she has carried her love and dedication to God and country beyond the battlefield. Today, she’s a

07/01/2024

Photos!

Photos by Lori Lunceford

02/01/2024

“I do this to promote family togetherness, wellness and good health,” explained Dave Shafer, speaking of the square dance classes he teaches. The classes are taught at the St. Robert Municipal Center every Tuesday beginning with a free “Fun Night” on Jan. 9 and 16 at 7 p.m. Each class is about two hours in length.

Square dancing has been considered the official American folk dance of Missouri since 1995. A Smithsonian Magazine article titled, “Square dancing is uniquely American,” explains that the history of square

28/12/2023

“We’re just excited! My sister and I have been best friends, we’re only 18 months apart, so we just grew up best friends. We love to share our love for each other—our love for our communities and offer people a good smile and a good meal,” said Ellis.

The new restaurant, Sisters Squared, brings family recipes from a Wisconsin dairy farm to the historic Rigsby House in downtown Waynesville.

20/12/2023

“The goal here is to provide something that currently doesn't exist in the Fort Leonard Wood area -- a church that is conservative, confessional, Reformed, and practices infant baptism,” he said.

For years, decades, Darrell Todd Maurina has covered hard news—accidents, murders and other crimes, as well as lots of meetings.

14/12/2023

The Community selects the recipient of the People’s Choice Award and judging for People’s Choice is going on now through December 17, but the light displays will continue shining through Dec. 26. To vote for your favorite holiday lights display visit www.lightuppulaskicounty.com for the ballot.

13/12/2023

Filing for the general municipal election opened in Missouri Dec. 5 and will continue through 5 p.m. Dec. 26. City Hall be closed Dec. 22 and Dec. 25. Otherwise, filing is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Last week was the first week of filing for the April 2 general municipal election, and a race for Waynesville mayor has begun.

08/12/2023

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Jared DeLaney, the band’s commander and bandmaster, said doors will open at 6 p.m. Dec. 12 at Nutter Field House. The holiday concert is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. and last about an hour.
“This year, the 399th Army Band will feature its many music teams, such as our Rough Riders Rock Band, the Route 66 Brass Band, the Double Time Jazz Combo, and our quintets, the Missouri Brass and Ozark Winds,” he said.

Fort Leonard Wood’s 399th Army Band is rehearsing and preparing for next week’s live holiday performance.

07/12/2023

The Waynesville Christmas Parade slideshow 2023.

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07/12/2023

After bringing the precious haul to a school, like a Santa Clause in running shoes, Sharp learned a precious testimonial from one of the principals. She said that one of the children was breathless with excitement to call home and tell their grandma, “I have a pair of shoes now, so she doesn’t have to buy them for Christmas.”

On Friday each child at Crocker Elementary received a brand-new pair of shoes, about 300 pairs total. The Pulaski County Health Department has been partnering with the nonprofit “One Sole

06/12/2023

Recordings of three East Elementary music classes under the direction of Dr. Bethany Moebes will air on local radio station KFBD at 97.9 FM at 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, Dec.

30/11/2023

“Please hear one thing: If you know a veteran, call him or her and say hello. Check in on them. See how they’re doing,” said Kehoe. “No matter how good you think they are, no matter how stable you think they are, our veterans endure pains that none of us ever see.”

Dozens gathered in the event hall of the Salem Community Center at The Armory on Nov. 17 to fill up on pasta in preparation for the eighth Honoring Our HEROES

29/11/2023

Well, The Insider has searched and searched and can't find a fork amongst this bunch of seeds. They are all spoons and knives, so it looks like there is going to be a long, cold, wet snowy winter ahead of us.

Thanks to Ruth Gordon, Pulaski County's observer in the National Weather Service Cooperative Weather Service, the Pulaski County Weekly will post the weather data here.