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From the Darkroom: Quilts honoring Ozarks loved ones part of 1991 AIDS Project exhibit
In this March 29, 1991 photo from the News-Leader, Gary Hoggard, executive director of AIDS Project of the Ozarks, displays two of more than 500 quilts from The Names Project that were coming to the Ozarks as part of an exhibit at Southwest Missouri State University and sponsored by AIDS Project of the Ozarks. ...
Beat the heat at the Library with a dance party, garden tour or Scooby-Doo investigation
Beat the summer heat and discover new interests at the Library. From a children’s dance party and a mystery quest for tweens to a garden tour and events focusing on photography and local volunteer opportunities, we’ve got something for everyone. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up: Celia's Sing-Along Dance Party Celia's world-famous,...
Monday, July 22: Cool summer pattern fading away
Good Monday morning! It was a cloudy and cool finish to the weekend on Sunday with spotty showers to start the day. Today will be similar with stray showers possible. Partly cloudy skies this afternoon with light winds should make for a pleasant day in the low 80s. Chances for spotty showers will fade by […]
No spandex needed for this 'fun and easy' weekly community bike ride
When Grant and McKenzie Hutchison asked their friends to join them for a community bike ride this summer, they expected a handful to show up. To their surprise, 12 cyclists of varying skill levels joined them for a ride around center city. Now, the husband-wife duo are brainstorming how to manage a quickly growing group after 73 cyclists attended a ride they held last week. Willard natives, the Hutchisons are the minds behind Bigfoot Social, a community...
Springfield City Council to consider adding three-quarter cent sales tax renewal to November ballot
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - On Monday night, the Springfield City Council will consider whether or not to add a ballot proposal to renew a three-quarters cent sales tax for the city. City council leaders formed a citizens commission earlier this year to decide the future of that tax. The current...
Donation by area corporation is expected to increase safety for first responders
This is the time of year when many people are out enjoying the area’s lakes and rivers. But activities like boating or swimming don’t come without risk, and sometimes emergency services need to be called in. Bob Patterson, executive director of Mercy’s EMS program, said they respond to...
McCarty earns redemption, PGA Tour Card as Price Cutter Charity Champion
SPRINGFIELD–“Pressure is a privilege.” It’s a common refrain athletes use to trick their mind into handling the gravity of a potential milestone moment. And you can bet KOLR10’s Dan Lucy heard it uttered more than once during Sunday’s final round of the 35th annual Price Cutter Charity Championship. Mark Goetz and Matt McCarty teed off […]
Plotline "On Location" Summer Camp at MSU
Enrollment is now Closed as we are full. Please reach out if you're interested in our fall semester!. New as well as experienced filmmakers (ages 11-17) will learn and refine their skills as they produce original shorts while filmming on location at Missouri State Campus. Strong Hall's Media Department will be our home base!
BBB warns students of rising scholarship scams
JOPLIN, Mo. — The Better Business Bureau is warning both high school and college students, along with their families about an increase in scholarship scams during this time. BBB officials say that for students who may find themselves struggling to pay for education, scholarships, and other financial assistance options are available.
2024 Price Cutter Charity Championship final results: Prize money payout, Korn Ferry Tour leaderboard and how much each golfer won
SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI - JULY 21: Matt McCarty of the United States celebrates his victory on the 18th hole after the final round of the Price Cutter Charity Championship presented by Dr Pepper at Highland Springs Country Club on July 21, 2024 in Springfield, Missouri. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) The...
Many gather to celebrate the life of Springfield musician Mark “Howie” Denny
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - On Sunday, many gathered to celebrate the life of local music legend Mark “Howie” Denny. An Ozarks musician who played with multiple bands in the area and left a lasting impact on the live music scene. Howie recently had a stroke and passed away,...
Jack Hamlin, Springfield's last surviving D-Day veteran recently honored by may, has died
Update: Jack Hamlin, Springfield's last surviving D-Day veteran, died Saturday, July 20, according to Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. He was 102. Graveside services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Maple Park Cemetery, with further details to come, the funeral home's website said. Sunday, Springfield Mayor Ken McClure issued a statement extending sympathy, condolences and gratitude to Hamlin's family. ...
Motorcycle rider dies in crash on Highway 38 in Marshfield
A fatal traffic crash occurred on July 19, 2024, at 6:57 p.m. on Highway 38 in Marshfield, Missouri. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the accident involved a 2012 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycle and a 2023 Ford F150. The crash occurred when the Ford F150, driven by Timothy M. Stuart,...
This AARP program pairs older adults with work opportunities at area nonprofits
After 12 years of retirement, Roy Pearson was ready for something to do. In April, the 74-year-old retired United Methodist Church pastor joined the AARP Foundation's Senior Community Service Employment Program, also known as SCSEP. The program partners seniors 55 and up with local nonprofits and government agencies in paid training assignments. Host agencies gain temporary staff at no cost and seniors have the opportunity to sharpen their soft and hard skills, while earning minimum wage. Participating seniors are paid through the AARP.
Taylor Swift Glows In A Baby Blue Vivienne Westwood Dress For Double Date With Boyfriend Travis Kelce And Patrick & Brittany Mahomes
Taylor Swift may be killing it on the stage during the European leg of her Eras Tour, but she still has time to go out on dates with her boyfriend Travis Kelce. The “Anti-Hero” hitmaker looked gorgeous when she and the Kansas City Chiefs...
The Jacksonville Jaguars Will Trade Travis Etienne to the Kansas City Chiefs
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Travis Etienne becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Kansas City Chiefs. This may be...
NFL Fans Are Losing Their Minds Over Private Video Of Multi-Million Dollar 3-Story Luxury Suite Inside Arrowhead Stadium That Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt Built For Himself
NFL fans are in awe over the luxurious multi-million dollar suite Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt built for himself in Arrowhead Stadium, the team’s home venue. Kansas City has emerged as the NFL’s golden franchise under Clark Hunt’s ownership. They have won three Super Bowls in five years, becoming the first team to win back-to-back titles last season since the 2003 and ’04 New England Patriots.
Retired MSD CEO receives six-figure payout for unused sick, vacation days
The retired head of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District has come under fire for a generous perk that allowed him to collect tens of thousands of dollars for unused sick time – and that’s not all.
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