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Shepherd’s Pack recognized as a Difference Maker
The Lebanon R3 School District has named Shepherd’s Pack as a difference maker for the district. According to a statement from the Lebanon R3 School District, With ongoing support from Shepherd’s Pack, countless students in our district have been positively impacted, making a significant difference in thousands of lives over the years. Representatives for Shepherd’s Pack Cindy Walters, Susan Atteberry, and Ron Atteberry were recently recognized as Difference Makers by the Board and Administration. Shepherd’s Pack, a longstanding group within the Lebanon Community, has been providing food-filled bags to students to take home on weekends for 17 years. What began with 25 bags has grown exponentially, supporting thousands of kids in Laclede County Schools just in the last year. Their unwavering dedication ensures no child goes hungry, and we deeply appreciate their commitment to our students’ well-being!
HWP Reports 2 Crashes In The Region Resulting In Injuries
Two Warsaw residents are injured in a one-vehicle accident shortly before 2:00 Friday afternoon on Braden Road near East Main in Benton County. The highway patrol says it happened when the van driven by 38-year-old Misty Cassidy ran off the road and struck a tree. Cassidy suffered minor injuries and...
Park Board updated on construction
The Lebanon Park Board discussed its May financial report and received updates on its summer programs as well as construction taking place in various parks at its monthly meeting Wednesday. Parks Director John Shelton presented the department’s May financial report, which he described as being positive. “We should be in very good financial shape to start next season,” Shelton said. For more on this story, see Saturday's LCR.
Lebanon Public Works schedule for the week of July 22-26
The City of Lebanon Public Works Department has outlined the following work projects for the upcoming week:. Performing asphalt repairs and trimming trees in around the city. Construction is underway for the Morgan Road widening and Granite Lane extension project. Please slowdown in that area. Please note: Traffic control measures...
Bill Eigel to host Reckoning on the River event in Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Missouri Senator Bill Eigel will be visiting Cape Girardeau before the upcoming gubernatorial election. On Monday, July 22, Eigel will host the Reckoning on the River event at Bourbon and Bitters on Broadway Street. As a candidate for Missouri Governor, Eigel is hosting the public...
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday. Here are 6 places offering specials, deals
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday and if you're seeking a sweet treat, look no further than some of Springfield's locally-owned ice cream shops. Former President Ronald Reagan deemed July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day in 1984, according to the International Dairy Foods Association.
Female Human Remains Found Leads to Arrest of Missouri Man
Over two years ago, unidentified female remains were found near US Highway 60, west of Winona, Missouri, in Shannon County. Now, a Missouri man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder and stealing in connection with those remains. The Missouri State Highway Patrol said in a press release this...
Joe Hickman celebrates 40th anniversary at KY3; makes news himself
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Congrats to KY3′s Joe Hickman, who celebrated his 40th anniversary at the station. The Arkansas native anchored sports coverage at KY3 for more than 33 years. He transitioned to news in 2017. During his time at KY3, he covered virtually every major sporting event in...
Windmill Creek developer wants smaller lot sizes
Developers of the housing subdivision known as Windmill Creek are requesting a reduction in lot sizes for phase three of the neighborhood, a request that is being opposed by residents who already live in earlier phases there. Windmill Creek is within the city limits of Platte City, a short distance...
Low-Cost Vaccination & Microchip Clinic
UPDATE: Due to heat, we have moved the start time up 1 hour. The low-cost clinic will now be from 9am-1pm on July 20. Needing vaccines or microchips for your pets? No worries! Bring your furry friends to our low-cost vaccination and microchip clinic Saturday, July 20, starting at 9am! This event will take place at our shelter located at 3161 W Norton Rd, Springfield, MO. We accept walk-ins only, so no appointment is needed!
Rural Jamesport business Shearwood Surplus destroyed by fire
A rural Jamesport business burned to the ground Thursday evening. The fire destroyed Shearwood Surplus and Supplies, located at 799 Southwest 80th Street, just off Route U, along the Grundy-Livingston county line, east of Jamesport. Fire Chief Davey Davis informed KTTN that a representative of the state fire marshal’s office...
One dead after crash involving a Marshfield police officer and a motorcyclist
MARSHFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a Marshfield police officer and a motorcyclist. According to the highway patrol, around 7 p.m. the motorcyclist was heading north on Spur Drive. The Marshfield police officer was sitting at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Spur Drive facing west.
Travel delays causing concern for Thunder Ridge concert-goers
GREENE COUNTY, Mo.- Major airlines like Delta, United, American and Allegiant were forced to ground flights this morning, impacting travelers across the country — including here in Springfield. While some folks traveling this weekend aren’t too concerned about delays, others have serious reservations about getting to their destination, especially those coming to the area […]
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