Branson man dies in Webster County two-vehicle crash
WEBSTER COUNTY, Mo. — A Branson man has died after a two-vehicle crash in Webster County on Monday, April 6. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) crash report, the 72-year-old man died around 4:14 p.m. on U.S. 60, around one mile west of Seymour. Law enforcement says the crash occurred as the 72-year-old […]
Longtime Republic Police Chief passes away
REPUBLIC, Mo. — The Republic Police Department announced that former Chief of Police Mark Lowe died last week, sending condolences to his family and friends. The department announced that Lowe died in Florida last week, stating that he served the Republic community for over a decade from April 2002, to January 2015, retiring in 2015. […]
MoDOT begins $5.7M roundabout project at Nixa intersection
NIXA, Mo. (KY3) - MoDOT is starting a project to upgrade the intersection of Main Street, Route CC, and Cedar Street in Nixa. The project will cost $5.7 million and take about a year and a half to complete. When finished, the four-way stop will be replaced with a roundabout.
Shots-fired call at apartment complex leads to arrest of Mo. man
CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo. (KFVS) - An investigation into shots fired at a Caruthersville apartment complex led to the arrest of a Springfield, Missouri, man. Officers were called around 8:32 p.m. on Friday, April 3, to a report of multiple shots of gunfire at the East Haven Apartment Complex. When they arrived,...
Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management teaches emergency response training
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management held a training Friday for those who want to help in case of a disaster. The session at the Public Safety Center in Springfield marked OEM’s first community emergency response training (CERT) of the year. People learned how to help in a disaster on both the mental and physical levels, including calming techniques and...
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Cool Easter and mild for next week
A Frost Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. for parts of the area. Frost can form when temperatures hover in the 30s under light winds and clear skies, so sensitive plants may need protection.
Missouri Comic Con at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KOAM) — Missouri Comic Con at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield on Saturday & Sunday April 11th & 12th.
Schaaf tosses shutout as Missouri State sweeps Sam Houston
Jason Schaaf threw his second career shutout as Missouri State completed a series sweep of Sam Houston with a 12-0 win in seven innings Sunday at Hammons Field. Schaaf (1-1) was dominant, allowing just two hits and two walks while striking out seven. The senior retired the final 13 batters he faced to secure the Bears first individual two-hit shutout since 2013.
Scam Alert: Text or letter says “Final Notice Court Enforcement Action”
The Springfield Police Department has warned the public of a scam involving a fake final notice to pay a toll, parking violation, and speeding violation, and has advised people not to scan the QR code, send money, or enter personal information.
Billy Bob Thornton’s band comes to Springfield this summer
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Billy Bob Thornton is bringing his band, The Boxmasters, to Gillioz Theatre in July. The tour comes as Thornton continues to ride momentum from his role in the hit television series Landman, and as his band is set to release their 21st album in June called In The Bay. The group will […]
