New Aldi store set to open in Ozark Marketplace development
OZARK, Mo. (KY3) - The city of Ozark is preparing for the Ozark Marketplace, a business development that will include a new McDonald’s, Dutch Bros Coffee, Plaza Tires, Casey’s, and a new supermarket nearing completion. The Aldi taking shape in the Ozark Marketplace has many people in Ozark...
Missouri pedestrian fatalities up 16% from 2023 to 2024
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Crashes involving pedestrians in the city of Springfield have recently sparked concerns over pedestrian safety. In 2024, Missouri saw a record high year when it comes to pedestrian fatalities in the state. At 148, it was a 16% increase from 2023. On Tuesday, a man from...
Construction of new businesses boost growth in southwest Springfield
The southwest corner of Springfield is experiencing a construction surge, with a wave of new businesses opening and more on the way, including Dutch Bros Coffee, Wendy's, Jersey Mike's, Whataburger, Chick-fil-A, Olive Garden, Ross, Petco, Five Below, Michael's, and Target.
$3.8 million Chadwick Flyer bridge to enhance Ozark’s economy
OZARK, Mo. — Crews on Wednesday night were installing the second of two bridge spans that will carry the Chadwick Flyer Trail over U.S. 65, a project city leaders say will serve as a major gateway into Ozark. Work was expected to continue between 10:30 p.m. and midnight as crews placed the final span over […]
Ozark Christmas Parade returns for 60th year
The Ozark Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Historic Downtown Ozark Square, with festivities beginning at 2 p.m. and the parade at 5:30 p.m., featuring food trucks, live music, a kids market, and more.
Serving the Ozarks: Women in Need of the Ozarks
Hardships can throw anyone off on any given day. But as a single mother, it can be even more difficult to bounce back. “You know, living in survival mode is not how you want to be. So if we can take that one lady out of survival and put her into thriving, I feel like […]
Hail risk tonight, soaking rain tomorrow and colder temperatures in a week
Mild November weather will continue through the week, with rain and thunderstorms expected to bring 1-3 inches of rain and a risk of small hail, followed by a cold front ushering in colder temperatures and possible snow for Black Friday.
Law enforcement believes a false alarm triggered a school shooter alarm at a Spokane,...
Law enforcement is investigating an incident that led to a large response on Friday at a Spokane School District school.
Springfield man sentenced after attempted carjacking
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Springfield man has been sentenced after attempting to steal a vehicle by gunpoint in 2024. According to online court dockets, Parker Smith, born in 2003, was sentenced on Wednesday, Nov. 12, to three years in the Missouri Department of Corrections for the charge of armed criminal action.
Motorcycle gang member sentenced after rival shot seven times
A Springfield man received a federal prison sentence on Thursday for his role in an armed roadside assault targeting a rival motorcycle club member. Brandon S. Hodge, also known as “Youngblood,” 26, was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison, equal to approximately 4.75 years, by U.S. District Judge Greg Kays. The...

















