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Controversial Missouri secretary of state candidate films campaign ad on House speaker’s balcony
Controversial Missouri secretary of state candidate Valentina Gomez filmed a campaign ad on the U.S. House speaker’s balcony in violation of House rules. Gomez has gained national attention through her brash campaign ads, in several of which she described Democrats and the Biden administration as “weak and gay.” On Tuesday, she released a campaign ad […]
Conservative lawmakers, activists want Homeland Security's Mayorkas to resign, too
(The Center Square) - U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri and other conservatives are calling on Alejandro Mayorkas, the head of the Department of Homeland Security, to resign in the wake of the resignation of the head of the Secret Service. Hawley made his remarks in the wake of the resignation of Kimberly Cheatle on Tuesday as the director of the U.S. Secret Service. Cheatle was lambasted for vague answers before the Congressional Oversight Committee Hearing on Monday related to security failues before the attempted...
Blood donations are urgently needed for patients in southern Missouri and northern Arkansas
The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is down to less than a day of blood for area patients, and it's urging eligible donors to give as soon as possible. This marks the most severe shortage in over two years, according to Michelle Teter, spokesperson for CBCO. The blood bank is calling it "an emergency need."
KC mayor warns against Missouri voters supporting Amendment 4, about police funding
Missouri Amendment 4 affects local funding and state oversight for Kansas City police. Supporters say “adequate funding is needed” to keep the community safe, but Quinton Lucas, who has served as the city's mayor since 2019, opposes the proposed amendment because it “takes power” from local officials.
2 Republicans campaigning in primary to represent Christian County's District 140
In the upcoming Aug. 6 election, two Republicans are vying for the District 140 ticket: Rep. Jamie Ray Gragg and Danny Garrison. District 140 serves part of Christian County in the Missouri House. Here's what you need to know about them. The Democratic Party candidate is Julia Curran, a longtime Christian County resident who...
Hear from local candidates: Informed Voter Coalition hosts interviews for Aug. 6 election
A 14-member nonpartisan coalition worked together so Springfield voters can hear directly from local candidates — in their own words — prior to the Aug. 6 primary election. Volunteers with the Informed Voter Coalition, including the Springfield News-Leader, collaborated to help voters learn about the candidates involved in contested races on Democratic and Republican ballots. ...
History Museum on the Square leads walking tours through downtown and C-Street
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The History Museum on the Square is telling the story of Springfield through guided walking tours on August 3rd. The walking tours will be through downtown Springfield at 10:00 a.m., and C-Street at 10:30 a.m. Attendants will experience the city in a whole new light as the tours will focus on Springfield founders, landmarks, and buildings that have paved the history of the town.
Mama Jean’s makes large donation for Eden Village tiny home
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Mama Jean’s Natural Market made a $35,000 donation today to Eden Village 3, the next tiny home community planned for Springfield. The donation will pay for a tiny home in the neighborhood under construction near Tom Watkins Park. Mama Jean’s says this donation is three years in the making, with some of […]
Leigh's Lost and Found Digital Extra: Meet Rescue One's harder-to-place pets
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - KY3′s Leigh’s Lost and Found works with shelters to spotlight the many animals that are looking for their forever homes. Rescue One is at max capacity, and sadly, some of the dogs have been with them for years now. KY3′s Leigh Moody talked to...
On Your Side: Building outdoor recreation playgrounds for your home
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - On Your Side’s Ashley Reynolds discusses outdoor recreational playsets with MoPlay. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.
Missouri State football coach Ryan Beard on CUSA roster management, Jacob Clark's health
Despite not being eligible to qualify for the FCS postseason, it wasn't a surprise Missouri State head football coach Ryan Beard preached that the Bears still have plenty to play for. Heading into the 2024 season, the first of two transitional years the Bears won't be eligible for a playoff or bowl game ahead of the school's move to FBS play and Conference USA in 2025, the second-year head coach preached his team's competitiveness during the Missouri...
Health Department postpones returning to Bengsch Building
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield-Greene County Health Department’s return to the Bengsch Building has been delayed. Due to unexpected construction, the Health Department has decided to wait temporarily before returning to their home on East Chestnut Expressway. The Bengsch Building has been closed for facility renovations since February, and services offered there have moved temporarily […]
A behind the scene look at how Dickerson Park Zoo cares for their lions
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A behind the scene look at how Dickerson Park Zoo cares for their lions. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.
BFHOF Awards Scholarships to Future Fisheries Leaders
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – For the second consecutive year, the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame (BFHOF) has awarded scholarships under its Fishery Management Scholarship Program. This program aims to provide financial support and encouragement to high school and college bass anglers pursuing careers in fields that will directly contribute to healthy fisheries, essential access, and clean rivers, lakes and reservoirs, consistent with the BFHOF’s mission.
Greg Davis Readies to Lead First Plumbing Program Classes at Ozarks Tech
For Greg Davis, a master plumber with more than 35 years in the field, it’s a natural fit to bring his hands-on knowledge to the classroom as an instructor for Ozark Tech’s new Plumbing Technology Program. The southwest Missouri native not only knows the ins and outs of the trade, he knows the opportunities the plumbing industry offers and what it can mean to someone willing to learn and apply those skills. It is that understanding and passion for the field that he’s looking forward to sharing with students when the first classes begin on August 19.
$20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email for coming to give in August
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets. now to reinforce the blood supply as much as possible before the summer winds down. Type O blood. donors and those giving platelets are especially needed to help keep hospital shelves stocked. through August. Donors remain critically needed to...
Missing Springfield man with dementia found
UPDATE 8:51 A.M. — The Springfield Police Department says a missing man with dementia, Michael Hanson, has been found. Original story: SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield Police are searching for a man who went missing from the 2000 block of Mount Vernon St. late Tuesday night. According to a release from the Springfield Police Department (SPD), […]
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