SPRINGFIELD, MO, April 3, 2026 – Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company recently celebrated service milestones for 17 employees at its West Plains branch.

“We are honored to celebrate these employees and their service to Ozarks Coca-Cola,” said Bruce Long, President/CEO. “Our success is built on the dedication, integrity, and talent of our people. I am deeply grateful to each employee who has invested their time, energy, and heart into this organization. Your years of service have shaped who we are today, and I thank you for your commitment to our customers and the West Plains community.”

30-year honoree: Jason Tubb
25-year honorees: Shelly Collins and Scott York
20-year honorees: John Cable and Mark Collins
15-year honorees: Brian Campbell, Chris Grogan, and Butch Jones
10-year honorees: Jason Arnold, Scott Dangler, Austin McClenathan, and Brad Young
5-year honorees: Bryce Banta, Austin Cooper, Kendra Dangler, Tyson Holman, and Garrett Warren

About Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company

Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company is a fourth-generation, family-owned bottler that has been operating in Missouri for over 100 years. Founded by the Rice family in 1886, Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper products are manufactured in Springfield, with sales and distribution branches in Springfield, Bolivar, Joplin, Rolla, West Plains, and Northwest Arkansas. The company distributes over 650 beverages across Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma, and employs more than 900 associates.