Community pays tribute to Missouri deputies killed in line of duty
Thousands of mourners gathered to pay their respects to two Christian County deputies, Gabriel Ramierz and Michael Hislope, who were killed in the line of duty earlier this week.
Buc-ee’s sues another convenience store over logo similarities
Buc-ee's is suing yet another convenience store, this time in Ohio, for a mascot the travel stop giant claims is too similar to its own. The company's move follows two previous lawsuits filed against southwest Missouri businesses, as well as many others. Buc-ee's, which has a location just outside of Springfield, has...
Serving the Ozarks: Care to Learn, Republic chapter
REPUBLIC, Mo. – School can be hard enough on kids, but it can be even harder when their basic needs at home are not met. That’s where Care to Learn steps in. It’s not school supplies, but if it falls under health, hunger, and hygiene, Care to Learn covers it. “If (students) are hungry, if […]
Feds renew Wilson Logistics waiver, launch training data inquiry
WASHINGTON — Federal officials have extended an exemption giving Wilson Logistics increased team-driver flexibility while acknowledging allegations from a former company official that the company’s driver training data may be inaccurate. The exemption renewal, which allows Wilson Logistics drivers with a commercial...
Ozarks Aglow at Shepherd of the Hills
Ozarks Aglow is an All-New enchanted nighttime walk at Shepherd of the Hills, where light, legend, and Ozark heritage come together beneath the stars, and New Country 94.7 KTTS has your chance to experience it! Listen for the keywords to text to 417-832-1000 after noon and 5pm, starting Monday, March 2nd, through...
Meet Roxanne from SWH
Roxanne is a 4-year old terrier mix currently available for adoption at the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri. She is very relaxed and great with people. SWH will be hosting a special adoption event at PetSmart at 2640 S Campbell Avenue this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., where you can adopt a dog […]
Ozarks Alliance to End Homelessness unveils five-year strategic plan
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A big announcement Friday in the effort to help unsheltered people in and around Springfield. The Ozarks Alliance to End Homelessness, an initiative facilitated by the Community Partnership of the Ozarks, unveiled its strategic priorities for the next five years. The plan is built on three...
Mom who started GoFundMe after infant’s death now charged with second-degree murder
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (WKRC) - A 2-month-old girl in Missouri died from burns, head injuries, pneumonia and methamphetamine toxicity, and her mother and her mother’s ex-husband are now charged with murder. According to Ozarks First, Stephanie Hernandez, 29, and Jonathan Gaona, 33, are charged with second-degree murder in...
Ozark Board approves policing grant and rate changes
The Ozark Board of Aldermen met on February 17, 2026, and approved several key measures. The Board authorized the Ozark Police Department to apply for annual grant funding through FY 2027 from the Missouri Department of Transportation under the Missouri Highway Safety Program. If awarded, the funds will support...
Personal property assessment due March 2 in Greene County
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Greene County Assessor Brent Johnson is reminding residents and business owners that 2026 personal property assessment lists are due March 1, with the deadline extended to March 2 because March 1 falls on a Sunday. Missouri law requires individuals and businesses to report taxable personal property...

















