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🌱 When West Plains Veterans can walk in for a free pneumonia shot

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  • When West Plains Veterans can walk in for a free pneumonia shot

Also on today's calendar: Galloway Gallup and 5 more events.

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Warm with some sun, with a high of 81 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Saturday: Showers early in the morning, temps: high: 62, low: 35.
  • Sunday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• John J. Pershing VA to Host Pneumonia Vaccination Clinics at its Facilities (ozarkradionews.com) — Veterans in West Plains can get a free pneumonia shot at the West Plains VA Clinic on August 7, with walk‑in hours from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The VA Poplar Bluff system is running similar clinics across Missouri and Arkansas throughout 2026 for eligible Veterans 50 and older, plus some younger with qualifying conditions.
   

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in West Plains

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in West Plains

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.