Deal Digest: Zimmer Upsizes In Springfield, Magnum Grows In La Crosse.
Springfield, MO – Zimmer Communications has filed a $1,241,444 deal to buy rock “Q-92.9” KQRA, sports “102.1 The Won” KOSP, classic rock “104.7 The Cave” KKLH and classic country “105.1 The Bull” KOMG from Mid-West Family Broadcasting. Under the agreement, Zimmer will finance the acquisition with a seller-financed prom
Heat wave taking toll on vehicles as local mechanics urge tire, oil, and AC...
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Extreme summer temperatures across the Ozarks are taking a heavy toll on vehicles, prompting local auto mechanics to urge drivers to perform critical preventative checks before getting behind the wheel. Auto experts at Telle Tire in Springfield say extreme heat creates unique hazards for vehicles, pa
Springfield teen accused of stealing $17k in comic books from father
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Springfield teen is accused of stealing his father’s comic book collection worth more than $17,000 and selling some of the comics to a local store. Eads Hinrichs, 18, is charged with stealing $750 or more, a Class D felony. According to the probable cause statement, the father contacted Springfie
Come Celebrate Ozark Mill’s 5th Anniversary With a Two-Day Festival at Finley Farms
Ozark Mill’s 5th Anniversary with a three-day festival at Finley Farms. Come enjoy a weekend full of food tastings, live music, family-friendly activities, inflatables, special promotions, fireworks, and experiences throughout the property. While the historic mill has stood on the banks of the Finley River since 1833,
Trial scheduled for two people charged with murder of Columbia man in 2021
Trial dates have been set for two people charged with killing a Columbia man in Benton County. Kayley Rae Birnbaum, 36, and Michael Thomas Birnbaum, 30, both of Springfield, are charged with one count each of First Degree Murder and Armed Criminal Action. They were charged in connection with the...
State audit finds no fraud in Willard, Mo., but flags severe water loss and...
WILLARD, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) - A state audit of the city of Willard found no evidence of fraud but identified significant problems with the city’s water system and overall management practices, State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick announced Wednesday. The audit, which was launched at the request of 406 residents,.
Nixa votes for 287g agreement with ICE
Nixa's Police Department will enter into what's known as a 287g agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Nixa's council voted five to one during their meeting Tuesday to enter the agreement, with council member Kelly Morris the only nay vote. The vote came after over an hour of public input,...
Ozarks landowners file complaint against Liberty Utilities
(This story was updated to include comment from Liberty Utilities.) A utility company is planning transmission line projects in the Ozarks, which have included sending notices of purchase offers and threats of potential use of eminent domain to acquire easements. Local landowners are pushing back and asking the Missour
Construction begins on new Bingham Elementary in Springfield to replace 70-year-old building
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Construction is underway on a new Bingham Elementary School in Springfield after the original building was demolished to make way for the project. The groundbreaking took place Wednesday, Aug. 12. The new school is being built on the same lot at the corner of Cherry Street and Barnes Avenue. Th
Give to panhandlers or nonprofits? Springfield launches campaign to redirect panhandling donations
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -If you drive through Springfield, you may soon see new signs encouraging you to rethink how you donate to people on street corners. It is part of a growing national trend to redirect cash donations away from intersections and toward local service organizations. Springfield has a history...

















