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Voter turnout meets expectations in Christian County
Christian County voters continue to cast their vote this afternoon, with turnout rate being what the county clerk expected.
Jury convicts Nixa man of rape
Ozark -- Sentencing is set in January for a Nixa man convicted of raping a 10-year-old girl.
Nixa junior to march in Macy's parade
Kristen Bennett, a junior at Nixa High School, has been selected to march with the Macy's Great American Marching Band in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, according to a news release.
Nixa Parks Department to host Dec. 5 candy cane hunt
The Nixa Parks Department is hosting a Candy Cane hunt for kids on Dec. 5, according to a news release.
Expansion of library, Sparta school up for vote Nov. 3
Christian County voters will head to the polls Nov. 3 to decide the future of a library and a school, as well as settling a local dispute.
Ozark-Nixa rivalry with a twist
The Christian Country rivalry between Ozark and Nixa hit the road today for the Class 4 sectional.
Nixa -- When the trickle-down effect of a lackluster economy reaches all the way to the very support system behind local businesses, it may feel like rock bottom.
Kickapoo golfers finish 8th at state
It wasn't until Meg Alumno sank her final putt of the Class 2 state championship and walked off the 18th green at Fremont Hills Country Club in Nixa last Tuesday that the Kickapoo High School junior began to feel really nervous.
Nixa spa offers budget-friendly pampering
Address: 336 N. Massey Blvd., Nixa Phone: 725-6275 Web site: www.estheticelements spa.com Hours: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday.
Prom held in 12-year-old Sarah's honor
Years ago, Zeph Boand promised Sarah Jones he'd dance with her at prom. On Friday, he traveled eight hours for that dance.
Nixa man sentenced on statutory rape, incest charges
A Nixa man was sentenced to seven years in prison for statutory rape and four years for incest, according to a news release from Greene County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Russell Dempsey.
Q&A: Pearson Montgomery / Glendale cross country
The Falcons' No. 2 runner, Montgomery finished 21st at the Ozark Conference meet, running the 5-kilometer course at Lake Springfield in 18 minutes, 13.30 seconds.
Class 2 Golf: Day 2 under way at Fremont Hills
Day 2 of the Class 2 golf state championship is under way at Fremont Hills Country Club in Nixa.
County receives grant for dispatch upgrade
Christian County emergency officials will soon be able to pinpoint the exact location of a cell phone call thanks to a federal grant announced Sept.
Nixa improves in Class 5 district standings
The Nixa Eagles and Ozark Tigers improved with week 7 victories in Class 5, District 7 play.
Flooding: Christian County Roads Closed
From Christian County, a list of roads that are closed as of midday Friday: On the west Side of the county -Riverdale Road at the bridge, Highlandville -141 Nicholas Road -Wisehill Rd, water over the road.
Nixa police chief says traffic stop hurts image
Nixa -- Police Chief James Bacon said he's worried about the perception of his department after video and a complaint was made public against officers involved in the Sept.
9-year-old plans dog walk to help adoption center
Ozark -- A Nixa fourth-grader's concern for her four-legged friends prompted her to organize a one-mile dog walk to benefit Canines 'n' Cats Adoption Station.
Nutrition Night set Oct. 20 at Nixa school
The Nixa School Health Advisory Committee will sponsor a Nutrition Night at High Pointe Elementary from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on October 20, according to a news release.
Good Samaritan aids driver stuck in water
A Christian County driver gets stuck in flood waters and a good Samaritan is there to help.