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Ben Cain

Benjamin “Ben” Cain is a regional and national news reporter for The Heartlander. He is a native of Cabool, Missouri but currently resides in the Ozark Mountain Region with his wife and dogs. Prior…

Local News
South Central Career Center receives significant $300,000 grant for new practical nursing program

WEST PLAINS, Mo. – The South Central Career Center here has received a $300,000 grant for its new practical nursing program geared toward high school students. … Read More

October 17, 2022
Transportation
Oh deer! MoDOT reminds motorists to be deer aware during cooler months

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As fall arrives and cooler weather sets in, more deer take to the roadways themselves, so the Missouri Department of Transportation is asking motorists… Read More

October 12, 2022
Local News
Aquarium construction under way at Kansas City Zoo

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Construction crews at the Kansas City Zoo are working hard toward the grand opening of the new 600,000-gallon aquarium in 2023. KC… Read More

September 29, 2022
Education
Nixa High School designated as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2022

NIXA, Mo. – For the second time in a decade, Nixa High School has been named a National Blue Ribbon School for 2022 based on its academic excellence. Read More

September 26, 2022
Local News
As lake season comes to a close, here’s a closer look into Osage Beach’s search-and-rescue canine unit

OSAGE BEACH, Mo. – As the busy lake season has come to an end, here’s a look into how the Osage Beach Fire Protection District uses its search-and-rescue… Read More

September 23, 2022