Downtown Springfield says goodbye to Rusty Worley
SPRINGFIELD — Worley will step down from the role of Executive Director after 19 years of service with the Downtown Springfield Association. In a press release, the DSA says Worley “expressed a desire to move into the next chapter of his life and spend more time with his family.” It also states that he will […]
Throwback Thursday: Springfield Police officer throws first pitch after being shot
SPRINGFIELD — 10 years ago, Ozarks First covered Springfield Police Officer Aaron Pearson throwing out the first pitch at a Springfield Cardinals game. Check out this video above to see the emotional moment that gripped Springfield and all of Hammons Field. Pearson defied the odds of his recovery after being shot in...
Track and Field Bears Ready for MoState Twilight Event May 8
The Missouri State track and field team is gearing up to host the MoState Twilight event on May 8, as they prepare for the Missouri Valley Conference Outdoor Championship. The event starts with throwing competitions at Parkview High School at 11:45 a.m., followed by field and track events at Betty and Bobby Allison...
Bass Pro Fishing Tips: See area lakes report; Rick & Mike try the new...
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Check out the weekly fishing report courtesy of Mike Webb, Bass Pro Shops sponsored angler and Webb’s Guide Service owner. Wow! The smallmouth bass are on fire! Fish any small pocket 6-10 ft deep with a Bass Pro Teaser Tube (puke color) on a 1/8 ounce ball head with a 2/O hook. Keep that...
Healthy Homes for Seniors, down payment assistance are 2 programs offered by Restore SGF
Restore SGF encourages reinvestment in Springfield's historic neighborhoods by upgrading homes, connecting neighbors and strengthening the community. Our weekly program, Making Democracy Work, is a collaboration between KSMU Radio and the League of Women Voters of Southwest Missouri. It's hosted and produced by...
Jazz Aria blends opera and jazz at Gillioz Theatre event
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Ozarks Lyric Opera is collaborating with the Missouri Jazz Orchestra (MOJO) for a one-night event called Jazz Aria. The two groups will be performing beloved jazz standards with iconic opera arias and duets. The MOJO will be under the direction of Randy Hamm with multiple guest artists. This...
Republic man enters guilty plea for attacking victim with machete
REPUBLIC, Mo. — A Republic man has entered a guilty plea after attacking someone with a machete on Sept. 24, 2024. According to online court dockets, Leroy D. Miller, born 1960, entered a guilty plea to first-degree assault. The probable cause statement says that officers responded to a call of a reported domestic...
Floating wetland aims to improve Fellows Lake water quality
An ongoing project to ensure the future of our drinking water and the wildlife that call our lakes home. Conservation, nature and utility workers in Springfield are launching another floating wetland Wednesday at Fellows Lake. The goal of the man-made floating wetland is to improve water quality and create an aquatic...
Goodbye blue: Assemblies of God starts big remodel of headquarters
SPRINGFIELD, MO. – One of the bluest buildings in the Ozarks is undergoing a major remodel that’ll alter the look of the longtime landmark. In recent days, construction crews have started work on a major multi-million-dollar makeover of the Assemblies of God National Office at 1445 N. Boonville Ave. A rendering on...
Mobile home, camper destroyed in Branson West fire
BRANSON WEST, Mo. (KY3) - Fire destroyed a mobile home and a camp trailer in Branson West. According to an online post by the Southern Stone County Fire Protection District, firefighters were called to the blaze around 1:30 pm Wednesday. Firefighters were able to put the blaze out and prevent...
