City Council approves petition for improvements on North Glenstone
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield City Council unanimously approved a community petition Monday, Feb. 9, to create a new Community Improvement District (CID) on North Glenstone Avenue. The petition was presented last week by property owners who want to enhance the corridor, as well as its appearance for people...
Health official urges those to get measles vaccination following rising case numbers
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Several states are seeing measles outbreaks. That’s leading to a U.S. health leader urging you to get vaccinated. The appeal is from Dr. Mehmet Oz. He’s the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory infection. The virus can linger...
Leigh’s Lost and Found: Lost Pyrenees mix found miles away from home
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Gabby the Pyrenees mix has been by Heather Duff’s side since she got her as a puppy nine years ago so when she disappeared from their fenced Springfield yard, Heather was frantic. She says, “when I went to the back gate, it was wide open....
Springfield City Council approves resolution to maintain local control and initiate community conversation
A resolution that reaffirms Springfield’s commitment to local control was approved Monday night by City Council. The resolution also initiates a community discussion on the appropriate role of the city’s referendum petition process in the implementation of Forward SGF. Councilman Derek Lee was the lone “no” vote,...
Springfield police welcome 24 recruits to new academy class
The Springfield Police Department welcomed 24 recruits for its 81st Springfield Police Academy training, according to a community announcement. The class consists of 22 men and two women from across the country, including Oklahoma, California and various parts of Missouri. The recruits bring diverse backgrounds in...
Springfield police investigate after person found with gunshot wound
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Law enforcement is investigating after a report of a person with a gunshot wound in Springfield on Monday, Feb. 9. The Springfield Police Department (SPD) tells Ozarks First that officers responded to the 2300 block of W. Lynn Street around 4:56 p.m. following a disturbance on Monday. Police say...
1 injured, another arrested after shooting in west Springfield
A man is hospitalized, and another is in jail after an argument led to a shooting in west Springfield.
Book Claims Evidence of a Legendary Tribe of Giants in Missouri
A new book claims to have found real evidence of a tribe of giants in southern Missouri.
Shop with a Hero allows dozens of SPS students to choose food, hygiene items...
Students from public elementary schools across Springfield got to shop for new clothes, pillows, food and personal hygiene items Saturday. The 11th Care to Learn Event, called Shop with a Hero, allowed 185 Springfield Public Schools students to spend more than $100 each. The event is typically held each year on the...
Lady Tigers Finish 2nd at Eureka; Boys Place 4th
Both Republic wrestling teams competed at the Riley Baker Invitational in Eureka on Saturday. The girls finished second and the boys took fourth in the dual tournament. Girls: Lady Tigers finish second in championship round. Republic’s girls wrestling team finished second at the Riley Baker Invitational in Eureka on...
