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08/31/2026

Reminder Siren Testing Tuesday Sept 1st 10 am

08/31/2026

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08/31/2026

This burn ban is for the city of Mountain View.

As of 8-31-2026 a burn ban is in affect until further notice. Thank you for being safe and abiding by this.

Everyone stay safe and hydrated in this heat wave.

08/31/2026

A Heat Advisory has been issued for Monday and an Extreme Heat Watch for Tuesday through Friday. Daily heat indices will climb above 100 degrees. Those sensitive to the heat will need to take the proper precautions to stay safe this week. No rainfall is expected this week.

08/11/2026

It's going to be hot and sunny for an extended period of time this week. Make sure to take heat related precautions! Drink plenty of water, apply sunscreen every two hours, wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing, and take regular breaks in the shade or A/C.

08/05/2026

R𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄
The low water crossing on County Road 4300 is closed while the existing structure is being replaced. See map below...
Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and exercise caution when traveling in the area. Please obey all posted road closure signs and avoid attempting to cross the work zone.
This project is one of several planned infrastructure improvements to low water crossings throughout the county over the coming months. These upgrades are designed to improve the safety, reliability, and longevity of our county road system.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve Howell County’s transportation infrastructure.
Thank You
Southern Commissioner
Bruce Williams
417-293-1671

08/03/2026

Street Improvement Work Begins This Week

Street improvement work is scheduled to begin this week and will continue over the coming weeks.

Donelson Construction will be performing pressure paving operations on the streets listed below as part of the city's ongoing street maintenance program.

Streets included in this project:
• Aid Hodgson Ln.
• Alley Springs Dr.
• Burke St.
• Catalpa St.
• Christie Dr.
• Dawt Mill Dr.
• Dogwood Circle
• Garner Blvd.
• Ginger Dr.
• Greer Springs St.
• Grove St.
• Hammond Mill Ln.
• Hickory Lake Dr.
• Kay Dr.
• Kody Dr.
• Laswell St.
• Lyeda Ave.
• Maple St.
• McFarland Ln.
• Oak Park Blvd.
• Ridgewood Dr.
• Ridgewood Pl.
• Roe Ave.
• Summit Ave.

During construction, motorists should expect:
• Temporary lane closures and traffic delays
• Intermittent street closures
• Limited access to some driveways while crews are actively working
• Traffic control devices and signage directing motorists safely through work areas

At this time, a detailed daily schedule is not available. Crews will work on the streets listed at various times throughout the project. We encourage residents to plan for possible delays and use alternate routes whenever possible.

We appreciate your patience as these improvements are completed. These projects help extend the life of our streets and improve driving conditions throughout the community.