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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…

Sports, State Government
Quite the catch: Missouri’s ‘Smallmouth Slam’ now rewarding anglers

Missouri bass anglers can now receive rewards from the Missouri Department of Conservation for catching smallmouth bass as part of the department’s “Smallmouth Slam.” The MDC and Missouri Smallmouth Alliance… Read More

June 10, 2022
National
West Plains equine center helps veterans battle PTSD symptoms

WEST PLAINS, Mo. – After serving the military in Vietnam, Allen Dye of West Plains now serves other veterans who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder – through horseback… Read More

June 9, 2022
Local News, Uncategorized
Tiger Park in Hollister to receive large upgrades – including for this surging new sport

HOLLISTER, Mo. – The city of Hollister is revamping Tiger Park with several additions, including much more parking and four long-awaited new pickleball courts. The city… Read More

June 6, 2022
Missouri, Uncategorized
Ozarks Food Harvest awards $1 million in grants after research shows need

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Citizens in southwest Missouri will be receiving more food assistance thanks to $1 million in grants awarded by Ozarks Food Harvest this week. … Read More

June 3, 2022
Local News, Uncategorized
Camdenton spice shop partners with high school to employ those with disabilities

CAMDENTON, Mo. – A spice shop in Camdenton is giving people with disabilities a chance to earn income and get real-world work experience – an opportunity many of… Read More

June 3, 2022