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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) — On August 3rd, the History Museum on the Square will offer guided walking tours that tell the story of Springfield. The walking tours will be through downtown Springfield at 10 a.m. and C-Street at 10:30 a.m. Attendants will experience the city in a whole new light as the tours focus on Springfield founders, landmarks, and buildings that have paved the town’s history.
SPS superintendent, banker co-chair community campaign for United Way of the Ozarks
Superintendent Grenita Lathan and banker Brent Baldwin are co-chairing the 2024-25 community campaign for the United Way of the Ozarks. Their goal is to raise $2 million before March 31. Lathan and Baldwin are part of a 16-member cabinet that will be working to raise money for the nonprofit, which supports helping children, families...
Learn about the heart and mission behind the Betty & Bobby Allison Ozarks Counseling Center & their upcoming fundraiser - 7/24/24
Learn about the heart and mission behind the Betty & Bobby Allison Ozarks Counseling Center & their upcoming fundraiser - 7/24/24.
West Plains, Mo. business owner ends Amber Alert after locking suspect, victim inside business
WEST PLAINS, Mo. (KY3) - A little girl is safe, and charges have been filed against a man who abducted his daughter in Howell County, Mo., on Tuesday evening. The abduction led to an amber alert and a frantic search that ended thanks to the quick action of a business owner.
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...
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 […]
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.
Springfield-Greene County Health Department delays return to Bengsch Building
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3/Edited News Release) - Springfield-Greene County Health Department’s planned return to the Harold K. Bengsch Building has been postponed temporarily due to an unexpected construction delay. The Bengsch Building has been closed for facility renovations since February. Services offered there have moved temporarily to the fourth floor...
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.
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...
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.
Springfield Police Department Announces 12 Graduates of Latest Police Academy
The 78th Police Academy through the Springfield Police Department will feature 12 now recruits later this week. Officials say the ceremony will take place Friday, July 26th at the East Sunshine Church of Christ beginning at 7:00pm. The list of graduates includes nine men and three women. Graduates will be...
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.
Cardinals deny Trump celebration accusations
The St. Louis Cardinals cleared things up regarding a celebration their players have done. Teams have gotten into the habit of celebrating hits/extra-base hits with signals to their teammates in the dugout. The Cardinals are no exception. After Alec Burleson hit a home run in the Cardinals’ 6-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday,... The post Cardinals deny Trump celebration accusations appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Royals' Shohei Ohtani-Like Experiment Gets Historic Deal
The Kansas City Royals are hoping to produce a Shohei Ohtani clone -- or as close to it as possible -- with their 2024 first-round draft pick Jac Caglianone. Caglianone may not be on the same level of two-way prospect as Ohtani was years ago, but the Royals still paid him quite a pretty ...
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