SPS names new principal for Gray Elementary School
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A principal has been named for Gray Elementary School in Springfield, starting on Sunday, July 1. According to a Springfield Public Schools (SPS) news release, Beth Sandbothe begins her role after serving three years as assistant principal at Disney Elementary School. The district says this comes...
9 Classic Diners In Missouri Where $12 Buys A Meal That’ll Last All Day
Searching for classic diners in Missouri where your dollars stretch further than your waistband?. These 9 family-owned eateries serve up hearty meals under $12 that’ll keep you full from sunrise to sunset!. 1. Alli’s Family Restaurant (Springfield) Alli’s Family Restaurant catches your eye immediately with its bright...
Vince Gill coming to Juanita K. Hammons Hall
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Country music legend Vince Gill will perform at Juanita K. Hammons Hall later this summer. Gill, who has spent time as a solo artist and also in iconic groups such as Eagles will be in Springfield on Friday, Aug. 28. The stop will be part of his 50 Years From Home tour. […]
Springfield’s Brew21 Café brews more than coffee
A local nonprofit coffee shop has made Springfield’s coffee scene go beyond espresso shots and pastries — it has a mission. Brew21 Extra Chromosome Coffee Co. has opened a permanent coffee shop at 209 W. Commercial Street inside the Upside Down Mercantile. The business gives young adults with special needs new...
Springfield library to open memory lab for digitizing family treasures
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Springfield-Greene County Library Center will open a memory lab in about a year to help families preserve treasured memories for future generations. The facility will offer library patrons free access to digitize photographs, home movies, audio tapes, and other materials. Larry and Tracey...
KY3 Digital Extra: Springfield’s Dream Center searching for volunteers
The Springfield Dream Center serves as a hub of practical help and hope for families in Springfield. Located in Zone 1, the Dream Center enables donors and supporters to make a direct impact in the community. The facility provides resources and long-term skills training to help families achieve spiritual, mental, and...
Cold front Tuesday to sweep out the record warmth
After a deep freeze, temperatures have quickly risen to record highs, but a cold front is expected to bring cooler temperatures and a storm system with rain and wind is expected to follow.
Springfield business owner files for bankruptcy; restaurant stays open
A Springfield Thai restaurant owner has filed for bankruptcy, according to court documents, but the owner says it will not affect the restaurant's operation. Patrick Netthongkome, also known as Patrick Nett professionally, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the Western District of Missouri on Feb. 6. Netthongkome is...
Springfield Council considers annexing 12.67 acres for commercial development on city’s westside
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Springfield City Council is considering a request that could bring 12.67 acres of land into the city limits. A property owner wants the commercially zoned land annexed to enable future development. The land is located on West Sunshine Street just east of Moore Road. Although there...
Last week’s Springfield restaurant health code violations, Feb 2-6
Routine inspections of Springfield restaurants revealed a variety of health code violations, including improper food storage, unclean floors and equipment, and potentially hazardous food items not being held at the correct temperature, as well as an ice machine and light shield in disrepair.
