Gov. Matt Blunt appoints Doug Gaston as associate circuit judge for Texas County. (12:20 p.m.)
Shuttle bus service available to view Christmas lights from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 18 and 19. Call 417-967-4119 for a reservation. (11:46 a.m.)
Non-injury accident reported in front of Texas County Justice Center. (8:12 a.m.)
Structure fire reported on Old Yukon Road off Highway 137. Raymondville firefighters call for assistance from Houston city and rural departments. (7:36 a.m.)
Lengthy agenda for Houston board of education on Monday. (7:30 a.m.)
NIE: Read about the Ocean Challenge and follow it live online.