Missouri Weather Alert Today: 6–14 Inches of Snow and Arctic Cold Target Springfield by...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Missouri wakes under a brittle, biting chill as light snow drifts across dark pavement.The air stings the face. Tires hiss on damp roads. Conditions feel quiet now, but change is already underway. A Winter...
Events in the Ozarks rescheduled or canceled due to weather
In addition to school cancellations listed at ozarksfirst.com/school-closings, the following events have been postponed or canceled because of anticipated heavy weather this weekend in the Ozarks: To submit items for this list, email [email protected].
Pheasant hunt helps SPS students build understanding of the outdoors
The Ozarks, known for their natural beauty and outdoor recreation, are a home and destination for fishermen, hunters and campers alike. Hearing dozens of gunshots ring out over a shooting range or conservation area may not be out of the ordinary, but on Tuesday, Jan. 20, gaggles of seventh and eighth graders were the...
Mt. Vernon woman sentenced for lottery, credit card fraud
A Mt. Vernon, Missouri, woman has been sentenced in federal court for her role in a wire fraud conspiracy and scheme that targeted the Missouri Lottery Commission and a Joplin-area gas station. Amy Young, 42, received a sentence of approximately 1.9 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy...
Saturday Morning: Light snow to start, heavy snow to end
The snow has begun in the Ozarks, and it’s starting to collect on the roads and ground just a bit. The snow this morning is light to moderate and is very dry. On and off snow showers will continue today before a second wave of snow develops this evening. That’s the heavy round of snow […]
Ozarks First Winter Weather Livestream
Watch all our live coverage of this weekend’s winter storm here. We will begin streaming at 9 a.m. Saturday morning, with live weather updates, discussion and stories from around the Ozarks.
Bayless alum Kevin Kelly to be inducted into Missouri Sports Hall of Fame next...
The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame will see a new inductee this year, originating from right here in South County: sports broadcaster Kevin Kelly, who graduated from Bayless High School in 1974. Kelly will be enshrined in the Hall of Fame on Feb. 1 during an event at the Ozark...
Former Affordable Towing employee pleads guilty to mail fraud in stolen vehicle scheme
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Springfield woman pleaded guilty in federal court on Friday for her role in a mail fraud scheme involving false documents submitted to the Missouri Department of Revenue to obtain mechanics’ liens and titles for stolen vehicles. Christie Engle, 49, pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief...
7 Brew plans another new Springfield location
SPRINGFIELD, MO – A popular drive-through coffee chain is continuing its expansion in the metro area. 7Brew has filed building plans with the City of Springfield for a new building on the city’s north side. The project plans remain under review by city staff. The location, 2734 N. Kansas Expressway, is just south of...
Elsa from “Frozen” a suspect in Missouri winter storm campaign
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Several Missouri law enforcement agencies are turning to humor, and a familiar Disney character, to deliver winter weather safety reminders as a major storm approaches the region. The Aurora Police Department said this week it had “apprehended a suspect believed to be responsible for the incoming...
