Springfield Earns National Recognition as One of America’s Best Places to Live in 2026
Springfield has landed at #85 on Livability's 2026 Top 100 Best Places to Live, a national ranking that evaluates small- to mid-sized cities on the factors that matter most to businesses, workers, and investors. It's the kind of recognition that confirms what locals already know: this is a place where real life is...
Springfield library names new leaders for facilities and outreach
The Springfield-Greene County Library District has announced two new leadership appointments. John Bledsoe is the new director of buildings and grounds, and Jeannine Birkenfeld is the new outreach manager. Both have recently started their roles, according to a community announcement. Bledsoe will oversee the...
Springfield City Councilman believes ‘small deposits of kindness’ have a big impact
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 volunteers from the LWV, and it airs each Monday morning at 9:45 on KSMU. In this episode of our local program Making Democracy Work,...
Springfield man pleads guilty for 2023 murder, assault
Timothy Hester pleaded guilty to charges of first-degree murder and assault, and was sentenced to 50 years in prison, with the condition that he testifies against the three remaining co-defendants in the case.
Man Dies When UTV Overturns
According to the patrol’s report, the accident occurred just after midnight in a parking area south of Hollister. According to the report, a 60-year-old male was driving aa UTV when it overturned ejecting him from the vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Taney County Ambulance Paramedics.
Eden Village showcases documentary “No One Sleeps Outside”
Eden Village hosted a free showing of its documentary "No One Sleeps Outside" to share the stories of people who have experienced homelessness and how stable housing and a caring community can transform lives.
Flatbed truck runs into creek near Willard, Mo.
NEAR WILLARD, Mo. (KY3) -A driver wasn’t hurt after running a flatbed truck into a creek Friday morning. The truck ran off Highway Z near Farm Road 68 north of Willard. The cause of the crash was not immediately known. No one else was in the truck. The Missouri...
Springfield deli had mold growing in pizza sauce: Health department
Springfield-Greene County Health Department inspectors found mold in pizza sauce and out-of-date cheese being sold at a Springfield deli, according to a March 31 food inspection report. King Food Saver No. 20's deli/salad bar, 335 N. Nolting Ave., had mold growing in pizza sauce and cheese with sell-by dates of March...
Second suspect charged in death of Springfield teen
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — An 18-year-old man from Southwest City has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of a teenager in Springfield on March 12, 2026. Yefry Archaga is accused in the death of Miles Young, who officials say was killed around West Maplewood Street. The man is also listed in the Greene County...
Chadwick Flyer Bridge opens to the public
The Chadwick Flyer Bridge, which takes bicyclists and pedestrians over Highway 65, is open. The City of Ozark says it marks a key milestone in the Chadwick Flyer Trail and "improving safe, connected access for residents and visitors." Temporary safety measures are in place as final elements are completed. Certain...
