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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
Mountain Grove man keeping sweet tradition alive with maple syrup

MOUNTAIN GROVE, Mo. – One man in Mountain Grove is helping keep a cherished American tradition alive with the art of making maple syrup straight from the tree. Read More

August 15, 2022
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After two-year hiatus, Route 66 Festival returns to Springfield on Thursday

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival is returning to Springfield on Thursday. This year’s… Read More

August 10, 2022
Local News
Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks hands out mammogram vouchers, reminds public of free annual screenings

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks wants you to know it provides free mammogram vouchers for the uninsured and underinsured in Missouri. Read More

August 9, 2022
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The Kitchen, Inc. breaks ground on new affordable housing development for veterans and those 55+

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Kitchen, Inc. has broken ground on a new affordable housing development in Springfield for veterans and those ages 55 and older. The… Read More

August 9, 2022
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Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas seeking volunteers for new role

The American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas are seeking multiple volunteers to serve in the new role of regional disaster duty officer.  The remote dispatch… Read More

August 8, 2022