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New clinic in Marshfield, Mo., to give Webster County more access to medical care

String of small fires near Irving Park in NE Portland triggers investigation. Firefighters and police are seeking information and video footage after a series of fires early Sunday near Irving Park in northeast Portland. Burdoin Fire in Klickitat Co. grows to 8,700 acres; About 250 buildings at risk. Updated: 1...
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2 shot in downtown Springfield overnight

Tonia Haddix, the woman at the center of the HBO documentary “Chimp Crazy,” was arrested by U.S. Marshals and booked in the Camden County Detention Center Saturday. It’s another First Alert Weather day for extreme heat. The extreme heat warning continues through Wednesday at 7 PM. Temperatures this morning are still...
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Ozarks Boosters Club draws large turnout for 70th annual rodeo

OZARK, Mo. — The 70th annual Ozark Boosters Club Rodeo took place on July 18 and 19. The show featured various types of entertainment, including trick riders, a funny man, and contestants competing for a prize pool of over $40,000, as well as championship points that are used to decide the top 15 that will […]
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Missouri woman marks century milestone with skydive

A Missouri woman is marking a rare milestone in a big way, with the support of family and friends from across the nation.
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2025 Ozark Empire Fair: What you need to know

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Summer’s Biggest Party returns to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. The 2025 Ozark Empire Fair begins Thursday, July 24. It runs through August 2. This is the 89th fair. This year’s theme is “Escape to Fair-a-Dise.” Here’s what you need to know about this year’s fun.
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, also known as the Homeschoolers Sports Act.

The legislation permits Missouri’s home-schooled children to participate in public school districts’ sports and extracurricular activities. The act reads that a school district or charter school shall not prohibit a student receiving instruction at an FPE school, home school, or full-time virtual school it goes on to...
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Multiple fire departments battle Pontiac, Mo., structure fire

Demolition of the old Potter County Court Building has been underway, and what remains is one single tower. Vermont Foodbank layoffs amid federal funding cuts. Vermont Foodbank layoffs amid federal funding cuts. We the People: This Day in History 7/20/2025. Updated: 13 minutes ago. |. We the People: This Day...
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Extreme Heat Warning issued, no relief in sight

An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for the majority of the Ozarks beginning Saturday and lasting through at least Wednesday. This prolonged stretch of hot weather will bring daily high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s, with feels-like temperatures soaring well above 100 degrees. While the warning lasts until...
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Two hospitalized after shooting in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Two people are in stable condition after being shot in downtown Springfield on Sunday morning. The Springfield Police Department (SPD) tells Ozarks First that they are currently investigating after a report of a shooting near South Patton Avenue and West Walnut Street around 12:15 a.m. on Sunday....
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FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Staying healthy during extreme heat advisory

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Much of the Ozarks is under an extreme heat warning until Wednesday. These temperatures can pose a significant health threat, especially if you plan to spend extended periods outside for work or recreation. Heat exhaustion is a concern for anyone spending extended periods of time outdoors,...

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