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Communities with Fourth of July festivities closely monitoring the weather
BRANSON, Mo. (KY3) - Some Fourth of July activities in Branson were interrupted by tornado warnings Wednesday night. Communities with events on July 4 are closely monitoring the weather before postponing or canceling anything. Most of them say they have been considering the impact of weather, but will make final...
Plenty of interest in Mo State AD job
SPRINGFIELD, Mo–In less then two months, the Missouri State volleyball team will start its season. And the new Bears sports campaign will be underway. Between now and then new Missouri State president Richard Williams will need to find an athletics director. Williams officially got the keys to the university on July first. And one of […]
The Network hosts the sixth annual SGForum event for Springfield’s young professionals
On June 21, The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals hosted the sixth annual, SGForum event with the focus of inspiring, empowering and engaging young professionals (YPs) through meaningful opportunities for professional development and community engagement. More than 375 gathered for the half-day summit at Hill City Church to hear inspirational stories and leadership advice from a range of presenters.
KSMU's longtime voice of arts Randy Stewart remembered as a 'true broadcaster'
Randy Stewart, the familiar voice behind KSMU's art shows, was remembered by colleagues as a "true broadcaster" and "a legend." Stewart, whose voice and knowledge of music stretched far and wide across the Ozarks and beyond, died late Monday, July 1, at the age of 67 from cancer. While he...
Leigh's Lost and Found Digital Extra: Springfield boarding facility caters to dogs during 4th of July
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Unfortunately, the Fourth of July holiday keeps Leigh’s Lost and Found busy. A Springfield facility is catering to dogs to keep them safe and stable as the fireworks fly. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include the article info in the...
Comedian Margaret Cho is performing in Springfield. Here's what to know
Comedian, actress, musician and artist Margaret Cho is making her way to Springfield this November. Cho will perform at the Blue Room Comedy Club on Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the 18-and-up shows are on sale on the Blue Room Comedy Club website. Tickets are $35 for club seating and $55 for reserved seating.
Springfield Public Schools confirms death of Glendale student athlete
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield Public Schools has confirmed the unexpected death of Glendale student athlete Amare Witham. A statement sent by SPS to Glendale families and OzarksFirst expressed sympathy for the loss, saying, “We extend our heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends, teachers and all those who knew and loved him.” Witham played basketball for […]
Springfield man to serve six years for 2023 road rage incident
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A Springfield man accused of threatening a driver with a gun in 2023 has pleaded guilty and will spend six years in prison. According to online court documents, 25-year-old Tyrese Antuan Johnson entered a guilty plea on June 28 to three felony charges: Under a plea agreement, Johnson will serve six years […]
Faith Hopkins of Bartlesville is named head women’s golf coach at Drury
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Drury Vice President & Director of Athletics, Nyla Milleson, has named Faith Hopkins as the next head coach for DU’s women’s golf program. Hopkins played three seasons for Missouri State after starting her collegiate career at Oklahoma State. She spent last year as an assistant coach for the Evangel University men’s and women’s golf teams.
Fourth of July can be a trauma stressor for those with PTSD
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - While many could be at a barbeque this week with family and friends to celebrate the 4th of July, for many in the Ozarks, it can be a period of concern regarding mental health. According to the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, 7 percent of...
Licking man arrested in St. Robert with runaway & four pounds of methamphetamine scheduled for trial
A Texas County man arrested in Pulaski County with a runaway and four pounds of methamphetamine is scheduled for a new trial date. John Weaver, of Licking, is charged with first-degree drug trafficking, two counts of delivery of a controlled substance, and two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm.
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