Webb City and Republic, both 5-1, duel Friday
Webb City faces another team with an equal record (5-1) this week as the Cardinals travel to Republic. The Cardinals are 5-1 after their first loss (36-14), which they suffered at home Friday against Carthage. Republic earned its fifth win (35-0) last week at Joplin. That win put the Tigers...
Convoy of Hope prepares disaster relief fleet as hurricane threatens Gulf Coast
Springfield-based Convoy of Hope is mobilizing its disaster response network and staging supplies in Georgia to provide immediate relief and long-term recovery assistance as a hurricane threatens Alabama and Florida.
Missouri State head coach Casey Woods looks to snap 41-year losing streak against WKU
41 years of frustration against Western Kentucky across nine matchups, a grueling road test and a high-octane conference rival stand between Missouri State and a signature victory in year two of its Football Bowl Subdivision era. As the Bears travel to Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium on Oct. 8 to face Western Kentucky, head coach Casey Woods’ players are seeking more than just a rebound victory; they are hunting for a monumental program breakthrough on national television.
Missouri State University staff member detained by ICE
A Missouri State University staff person is in custody as an ICE detainee in the Greene County Jail. Paul J. Essel has been a grants accounting manager at Missouri State since 2019. He is originally from Ghana. Greene County Jail records indicate Essel was detained by ICE in Springfield Wednesday...
Persimmon seed winter forecast 2026: 2 forks, 1 spoon
Persimmons are ripening all over the Ozarks, and their seeds are foretelling a not-so-harsh winter. The folklore surrounding persimmon seeds and their relationship to winter forecasts can be traced back to the early 1800s. Some believe that the shape found inside a persimmon seed after splitting one open reveals what t
This week’s Springfield historical headlines: 1926, Oct. 6
Historical archives from September 1926 highlight Babe Ruth's performance in the World Series, local infrastructure projects in Springfield, and films playing during that month.
Crunch Time with Chris: Former Springfield Catholic & Razorbacks golf star earns LPGA card
Former Springfield Catholic High School and Arkansas Razorbacks golf star Reagan Zibilski won this past weekend’s Epson Tour Championship, which is a qualifying tour for the LPGA. She carded a 62 on the final day of the tournament. That life-changing round of golf earned her not only the win, but also an LPGA Tour card
Local college student combines science and art for southeast Springfield mural
Missouri wildlife is on display on a 90-foot section of fence on E. Battlefield Road. The muralist is Sophie Bryan, a biology student at Missouri State University. Bryan grew up with an interest in art but turned away from it as she started considering careers. “I reached a point where...
Potential first Atlantic hurricane to clip Ozarks this weekend
Springfield expects continued warmth and sunny skies through the end of the week while tropical storm Isaias likely develops into a hurricane and moves toward the Gulf Coast.
Skateboarder hospitalized after being hit by car in Springfield, Mo.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A skateboarder is in the hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car Wednesday morning. The crash happened just before 6:00 at the intersection of Division Street and Robberson Avenue. Police say the man was crossing Robberson Avenue when he was hit. The driver...

















