Powerful storm heading to the southeast this weekend
A powerful bomb cyclone to deliver snow and hurricane-force winds to Southeast this weekend. (Source: CNN)
NASA selects Discovery Center of Springfield as Missouri’s STEM Innovation Hub
The Discovery Center of Springfield has been designated by NASA as the only STEM Innovator in Missouri.
Accident Near Reeds Spring Closes Highway Thursday Morning
Three vehicles are totaled and one person was airlifted to a Springfield hospital after a Thursday morning traffic crash in Stone County. According to reports from the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Southern Stone County Fire Protection District, the crash occurred around 9:40 on Highway 13/160 near Reeds...
Seymour man faces charges in Wright County
A Seymour man has been arrested following a reported domestic disturbance in Wright County. According to online court records, 47-year-old Brian Jeff Champagne, of Seymour, Missouri, has been charged with first-degree stalking in Wright County Circuit Court in connection with the incident. A probable cause statement...
Hotel of Terror petition to stop eminent domain in Springfield rejected, for now
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Hotel of Terror’s petition to stop the city of Springfield from taking the building has been rejected. Springfield’s city clerk announced on Thursday that the owner did not obtain enough signatures to certify. The Springfield City Council approved the use of eminent domain on December 15....
“We will fight ICE” High School students voice support for local immigrants
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Hundreds of students walked out of class at Kickapoo High School late Thursday morning in a student-led demonstration supporting immigrants in the region. The walkout began shortly before 11 a.m. as students gathered on campus, saying the demonstration was meant to stand with friends and families...
Missouri Weather Alert Today: Arctic Cold and Sub-Zero Wind Chills Hit Springfield This Weekend
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Missouri — Cold air settles deep across the Ozarks as stars fade behind thin clouds. Breath turns visible with each step outside. Winter is pressing hard across southwest Missouri, and conditions are set to...
Woman fatally struck by car during winter storm remembered for helping cancer patients
Police say the victim was walking on the sidewalk when she was struck by a car that lost control during a winter storm.
Top details on Target’s new store debut in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, MO – After two years of construction, Target has finally announced the opening date for its new store on the city’s southwest side. The new location will be the retailer’s second in Springfield and fifth in southwest Missouri. Ozarks First has provided updates on the project since it was announced in...
Man charged with stalking after Pepsi dispute in Wright County
MOUNTAIN GROVE, Mo. — A man has been arrested after being accused of trying to enter a bedroom in an attempt to find a Pepsi in Wright County on Wednesday, Jan. 28. According to online court dockets, Brian Jeff Champagne, born in 1978, of Seymour, Missouri, has been charged with first-degree stalking in Wright County...

















