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Missouri State Swim & Dive Announces 2024-25 Schedule
SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State swimming & diving head coach Dave Collins has announced the team’s full 2024-25 season schedule. This upcoming season will mark the first time the Missouri Valley Conference has sponsored men’s swimming & diving since the 2002-03 season, bringing both the men’s and women’s teams under the same conference banner.
Day of Hope focuses efforts assisting those in need
The Community Partnership of the Ozarks and its partners offer a variety of services at the O’Reilly Center for Hope in Springfield. Once a month they focus their efforts on what they call a Day of Hope. June’s Day of Hope was themed around families and family resources, past...
City Council votes not to add housing as specific recipient of proposed 3/4-cent sales tax
Despite strident calls from the public Monday, Springfield City Council voted not to add housing as a specific category to be funded by a proposed 3/4-cent sales tax. The proposed tax, which has been a point of much discussion since September, was officially brought to council as a question to be posed to voters on the November ballot. The current 3/4-cent sales tax, which solely funds the Police and Fire Pension Fund, will expire in March 2025....
Here are southwest Missouri's high school football linebackers to know in 2024
Southwest Missouri returns a few of the area’s best linebackers from the 2023 season along with some who appear ready to put their names among the state’s elite. Here are the top returning linebackers to know. Landon Bland, Carthage, 11 ...
MSHSAA shakes up state baseball playoffs: Series play coming to Class 5 and 6
The Missouri high school baseball landscape is set for a significant shake-up in 2025, as the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) has announced a major format change for its Class 5 and 6 state playoffs. Beginning next season, the quarterfinal round will transition from a single-elimination game to...
Audiences storm local drive-ins to see ‘Twisters’
CARTHAGE, Mo. — A new movie is taking local theaters by storm, especially drive-ins. Moviegoers packed their cars and waited hours to see the sequel to the 1996 blockbuster, “Twister” — this one called, “Twisters” — which many say is better viewed outdoors.
Rivers to Reef Book Club at Wonders of Wildlife
Join us this July for a discussion about "The Sea Around Us" by Rachel Carson!. Explore the farthest reaches of our world without leaving Southwest Missouri at the Rivers to Reef Book Club – an all new FREE event this year at Wonders of Wildlife!. Enjoy lively discussions about...
Catholic churches losing priests to deportation nationwide and here in the Ozarks
AVA, Mo. (KY3) - Catholic churches across the United States and even right here in the Ozarks are struggling to keep their foreign-born priests due to a nationwide Visa backlog. It’s an immigration issue impacting everyone, according to the Springfield-Cape Girardeau Roman Catholic Diocese Bishop Edward Rice. “Ninety percent...
Mo State picked ninth in Valley preseason football poll
ST. LOUIS, Mo–South Dakota State won back to back national FCS championships last fall. And Monday, the Jackrabbits were the overwhelming favorite to win the Valley Football Conference in the preseason poll. The coaches, sports information directors and media gave South Dakota State 42 of the 44 first place votes. North Dakota State was second […]
‘The league is in trouble’ claim NFL fans after Patrick Mahomes’ incredible deep shot to Xavier Worthy in Chiefs camp
NFL fans fear a Kansas City Chiefs threepeat after Patrick Mahomes showed immediate chemistry with his new receiving options in camp. The Chiefs returned to training at the weekend ahead of the upcoming 2024 NFL season. Quarterback Mahomes is hoping to lead Kansas City to a historic third consecutive Super...
Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt Provides Shocking Update On Rashee Rice’s Suspension Status That Will Make The Other 31 NFL Teams Furious
Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has provided an update on the Rashee Rice situation that could spell good news for fans, although it’s also quite worrying. The wide receiver is expected to be suspended next season, but there’s been no word on when it might happen or for how long he will be out.
Cardinals Rumors: John Mozeliak gives a sobering update on state of the trade market
We are officially a week away from the MLB Trade Deadline and the St. Louis Cardinals are firmly in the "buyers" category as they navigate trade conversations. Unfortunately, many of the teams around baseball are still trying to figure out where they stand. Tom Ackerman of KMOX asked John Mozeliak...
There's Lots of LOVE in The Grove...and a New Mural
ST. LOUIS — St. Louis native and nationally renowned mural artist, Lisa Marie Thalhammer, is on a mission to connect all 50 states through love, rainbows, and murals. Lisa's most recent rainbow Love Mural found a home at Platypus Bar in the Grove. The award-winning hotspot, owned by Netflix Drink Masters' Meredith Barry, was named named Best Underrated Bar in America just last year. Lisa and Meredith met last year and the two decided to team up on the project.
Chiefs Trying Unexpected Experiment on 3rd Day of Camp
The Chiefs are trying out a unique experiment on Day 3 of training camp, slotting 2020 third-round OT Lucas Niang at left guard in Joe Thuney's place as the latter recovers from the pectoral injury he suffered in the playoffs. Niang has struggled to carve out a consistent role, though...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Find It 'Tough to Be Apart' as NFL Preseason Begins But 'They Do Everything They Can to Make It Work'
Travis Kelce's summer following girlfriend Taylor Swift on the road has sadly come to an end.After attending a handful of her concerts around the globe over the past few months, the NFL star has reported back to the Kansas City Chiefs' facilities in Missouri for training camp while the Grammy winner continues her tour."Travis’ last few concerts were bittersweet. They knew their time together like this was coming to an end and he made sure to spend every minute he could with Taylor," an insider told a news outlet of Kelce's dedication."It’s definitely tough to be apart but they do...
Stop by Starbucks to get half off any handcrafted cold drink
ST. LOUIS – Cool off or get a boost to get you through the day at Starbucks and also save some money. On Tuesday only between noon and 6 p.m., stop by your area Starbucks to get half off any handcrafted cold drink. You must use the Starbucks app...
Step up to the plate — and donate! With KWOS and the Cardinals
Cardinals Blood Drive | Jefferson City | July 23rd. Step up to the plate, donate, and help save a life. KWOS, the St. Louis Cardinals, and the American Red Cross invite you to donate blood and help give the gift of life during the St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive. You’re invited to donate blood on Tuesday, July 23rd from 12 PM to 6 PM at the Firley YMCA‘s Gym in Jefferson City. There is an urgent need for donors and you can help!
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