Meet Springfield Public School’s Teacher of the Year
Danielle O'Neil, a Physical Education teacher at Sherwood Elementary, was named Springfield Public School's Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026 for her dedication to teaching movement and social emotional learning, and will now compete in the Missouri State Teacher of the Year Competition.
Mother’s Day is less than a week away. Here are 11 Ozarks restaurants offering...
Mother's Day is coming up fast — have you figured out what you're getting her this year? If you plan on taking her out for breakfast, brunch or lunch, you should make your reservation soon. Here are 11 places offering Mother's Day brunch in the Ozarks. Brunch at Piccolo When: Sunday, May 11 Address : Piccolo, 107 W....
Investigators lay out case against soldier accused in death of seargent at Fort Leonard...
Soldier Springfield, Mo., pleads guilty to sexually abusing a minor in Honduras. A judge accepted a guilty plea from a Springfield, Mo., man on May 5 on charges of aggravated sexual abuse of a minor in a foreign place. On Your Side Scam School: Beware of new storm scams; jobs...
Residents dump tree debris from storm at disposal centers
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — As City Utilities is close to restoring power to a few remaining customers, they have begun to prioritize the clean-up efforts from the April 29 storms. A press release from City Utilities states that they will only remove utility-related debris such as tools, equipment, transformers and cross...
Heather Hardinger selected as mayor pro tem by Springfield City Council
What is a mayor pro tem? The term comes from a Latin phrase, pro tempore, meaning “for the time being,” or temporary. Springfield just elected a new mayor for the next four years, Jeff Schrag. The mayor pro tem serves as his backup. Under city charter, the mayor...
Tree service companies working long hours week after powerful storm
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Nearly a week after powerful winds swept through the Ozarks, tree cleanup continues in many neighborhoods. On Monday, crews with Canopy Tree Service were working on a tree that was still standing, but it split down the middle and became a danger to the nearby homes.
A courageous rescue: Springfield woman saves mother’s life during house fire
KY3's Billie Brightman reports. Colman Domingo, Pharrell Williams celebrate Black fashion at Met Gala. Met Gala 2025 co-chairs Colman Domingo and Pharrell Williams say they were proud to celebrate Black fashion and dandyism at the annual event, which drew stars including Zendaya and Diana Ross. (Source: AP) Cape...
“We want to keep Ernie Biggs alive”: Owner talks future plans
SPRINGFIELD — The former downtown Springfield attraction has eyes on the future as the owner is getting creative to keep the “Ernie Biggs” brand alive. After closing its longtime location in downtown Springfield in January, Ernie Biggs is teaming up with The Riff at 1900 W. Sunset for a one-night show this Saturday,...
Seventh tornado confirmed from April 29 around Elwood
GREENE COUNTY, Mo. — A seventh tornado has been confirmed from storms that occurred on Tuesday, April 29. This tornado occurred 3 miles southwest of Elwood, Missouri. According to a National Weather Service (NWS) survey, a brief EF-1 tornado occurred around 9:24 a.m. on April 29. The tornado progressed northeast for...
Webster County police asks for help finding stolen vehicles
WEBSTER COUNTY, Mo. — The Webster County Sheriff’s Office are asking citizens for help in locating missing vehicles stolen in the county. The police say a tractor and a Dodge Ram has been stolen in Webster County. Police said they are part of a string of thefts around the county. Some of the items that […]
