A pedestrian is struck and killed by a vehicle in Barry County Wednesday night.
According to the report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the incident took place on Highway 39 in Shell Knob when a 35-year-old woman from Springfield was struck by a vehicle that fled from the scene. The woman was taken to Mercy Hospital in Springfield where she was later pronounced dead. This is the 96th fatality in traffic incidents worked by Troop D of the MSHP in 2025.
Christmas Events This Weekend in the Lakes Region
A weekend full of Christmas events are happening in the region.
Drought Levels Steady in Lakes Region
The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows the Lakes Region in a holding pattern.
Nixa to Host Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Community Cocoa Night on Dec. 5
The Nixa Parks and Recreation Department is inviting residents to kick off the holiday season with the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Cocoa with the Community, according to a post on the department’s Facebook page.
Stone County Authorities Ask for Help in Locating Missing Teen
The Stone County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in locating a missing juvenile from the Viola/Carr Lane/Shell Knob area.
