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Missouri Press Association (MPA) President Bryan Chester, left, after presenting awards to Ron Schott, owner and publisher of the Wright County Journal.
One week after receiving six national newspaper awards, the Wright County Journal wrapped up the industry’s award season this weekend by winning three state awards in the Missouri Press Association’s 160th Annual Missouri Press Convention & Trade Show held in Columbia.Their top honor was a...
Wilder Days will be held this week in Mansfield Friday-Saturday, Sep. 25-26.Highlighting this year’s event will be the appearance of actor Richard Thomas, who is famous for his role as John Boy on “The Waltons.” Thomas also portrayed Charles “Pa” Ingalls on the made-for-TV movie, “Beyond the...
On Sep. 4, the Wright County Sheriff’s Office conducted a transport to the Missouri Department of Corrections for five individuals who had been sentenced by the courts.The transport included three men and two women, with sentences ranging from three to five years.Those transported were:• Anthony...
The Ozarks Family YMCA received a Pinnacle award honor at the Fifth Annual Mountain Grove Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala held at The Candler on Saturday, Sep. 15. The awards were presented by Mountain Grove Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Becca Coble.
Gary Moore was named Citizen of the...
The Eighth Annual Missouri Vietnam Wall Run came through Mountain Grove on Friday, Sep. 14. It was hosted by the Liberty Riders of America, who began their journey in Springield and were headed or Perryville, which is the home of the Missouri National Veterans Memorial (replica Vietnam Wall)....
The Isaacs, entertained a large crowd on Saturday, Sep. 12 on the square in Mountain Grove. Their concert featured southern gospel music, hymns, some country favorites and more. The emcee was Duane Garren and the City sponsored the event.
Ron Schott, owner and publisher of the Wright County Journal, with national awards recently earned by the publication.
The Wright County Journal was nationally recognized with six prestigious awards, including one best in the nation award, at Friday night’s 140th National Newspaper Association (NNA) Convention held in Detroit, Mich.The publication earned four total awards, the third most earned by a Missouri...
Mark Fugitt
Leafwood Publishers is excited to announce the release of Quiet Time: The Past, Present, and Potential Power of Personal Bible Study. This is the latest book by local pastor and author Mark Fugitt, who said it took him around two years to write.Fugitt is a long-time Wright County resident. He grew...
There’s been a buzz in the Mansfield community as several famous people are on tap to make an appearance in town for events. In a little more than two weeks, actor Richard Thomas, best known for his role as John-Boy on “The Waltons,“ and “The Voice” finalists Dek of Hearts, will be appearing at the...
Breanna Seiber
On Aug. 21, Wright County Deputy Kinser responded to a report of a domestic assault in the Mountain Grove area.During the investigation, deputies learned that an altercation had occurred between Breanna Seiber, 29, of Mountain Grove, and a male victim. The investigation indicated Seiber struck the...