On Your Side: A digital clean can help protect you from cyber thieves
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - When it comes to cybersecurity, there are different threats to hack your network for personal information, like malware, phishing, and ransomware. However, when it comes to safety, experts advise being better prepared than the next person on the attack list. “Some leak has happened, and your...
The legacy of commercial fruit-growing in the Ozarks
The Ozarks’ heyday in the large-scale commercial fruit industry rode in after the Civil War with the railroad. Its cars took away fruit like strawberries, tomatoes, apples, peaches and grapes and brought rural Ozarkers an even rarer commodity: Cash money. "I think there was a belief that there was...
Missouri sees rise in West Nile Virus, three deaths reported
Missouri health officials are urging residents to take precautions after a significant spike in West Nile virus activity has led to 16 human cases and three deaths in 2025.
Gov. Kehoe lowers flags to honor Sparta soldier killed in helicopter crash
In tribute to Cully's service, U.S. and Missouri flags will be flown at half-staff at government buildings for one day.
Fair Grove Elementary School hosts career fair
Cassville police warn of credit card skimmer at gas station. Fugitive arrested after barricading himself inside west Springfield home. A fugitive was arrested in a southwest Springfield home on Wednesday afternoon.
New roundabouts, upgrades coming to U.S. 65 between Buffalo and Warsaw
BUFFALO, MO – Some highway projects north of Springfield are set to begin in just a few months. Ahead of that construction, MoDOT is giving drivers a sneak peek of what’s to come. The highway department is planning public information meetings later this month to discuss improvements to U.S. 65 in Dallas, Hickory, and...
5 Best Local Favorite Restaurants in Springfield, Missouri to Try
Springfield, Missouri, is a city where culinary tradition and creative innovation come together in every bite. Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks, Springfield’s food scene is as warm and welcoming as its people. From iconic local inventions to cozy diners and upscale steakhouses, the city’s restaurants are a...
Aurora building inspector staying busy
Aurora Building Inspector Chris Beard is off to a running start. Beard is a family man married to Nettie for 27 years. They have two sons — Elijah, 16, and Gabriel is 13. The Beards made the move to Aurora this month and are looking forward to being closer to his sister.
Newton County Ark. Sheriff discusses bear attack that killed Springfield man
A 60-year-old man was killed in a rare bear attack in Arkansas, believed to be the second fatal bear attack in the state in over 130 years, and the bear has since been killed and is being tested to confirm its involvement.
Man arrested in Springfield after SWAT operation
Joshua Flores, a 45-year-old man wanted for a felony warrant out of New Mexico, was arrested in Springfield on Wednesday after barricading himself in a residence and being "challenged" by the sheriff's office's K9.

















