Hickory Hills hosts their own Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Students from Hickory Hills organized a Thanksgiving Day parade at their school, featuring students in costumes, a band performance, and an inflatable race.
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation expands “Peoples Pantries” across Southwest Missouri
The Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation has expanded its "take what you need, leave what you can" food pantries to 27 locations across 10 counties, providing 24/7 access to food for those in need.
Springfield-based entertainment center rebrands ahead of 25th anniversary
This week in 417 food news, a Springfield-based entertainment center gets a new name and a downtown Springfield sandwich shop announces late night hours and a late night menu. Plus, another coffee stand pops up in the Ozarks. Buffet, entertainment center rebrands for 25th anniversary A Springfield-based chain of...
Health department puts Springfield restaurant on risk control plan for unsafe temps
A Springfield fast food restaurant was put on a risk control plan this past week after repeatedly having issues with a cooler not keeping perishable food items cold enough, according to a Nov. 13 inspection report from the Springfield-Greene County Health Department. Braum's Ice Cream, 1401 W. Sunshine St., had shake...
Springfield City Manager David Cameron shares personal journey in mental health initiative
The mental health program Borrow My Angel announced the second video in its “Stories of Hope” initiative, featuring the personal journey of David Cameron, Springfield’s city manager.
Are there any locations offering THC beverages besides Price Cutter?
The discussion revolves around the availability of THC beverages in places other than Price Cutter. The original poster mentions that they have been purchasing the Crescent 9 THC drinks from Price Cutter and is interested in finding out if there are other venues such as bars, restaurants, or lounges that offer these...
12 Missouri Hot Dog Legends Serving Chili Dogs The Way Locals Grew Up On
Missouri introduced me to chili dogs long before I planned to love them. I’ve followed that smell down St. Louis sidewalks, stepped into Kansas City counters where the stools wobble a little, and wandered into river-town shops where the cook still wipes the steam off the glass before handing over a plate.
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.

















