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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 […]
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...
Greater St. Louis Inc asks city to use Rams money to improve downtown; advocates want ‘a holistic approach’
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The city continues to seek solutions to revive downtown as business leaders ask the city to spend Rams settlement money to improve downtown. Shalou Yu has been temporarily living in the city for a few months. “Lifeless. There’s no people,” said Yu....
Quiktrip suing St. Charles city over sales tax dispute
Quiktrip is suing the city of St. Charles over its one-percent sales tax, known as the "tourism tax", which applies to any restaurant that sells prepared food or meals, and is seeking to apply the tax to other convenience stores.
Carthage City Council over budget on legal fees
CARTHAGE, Mo. — The Carthage City Council has already gone over budget when it comes to paying its legal fees to outside attorneys. In April the Carthage City Council approved hiring special counsel Paul Martin to impeach Mayor Dan Rife. The city agreed to pay Martin’s fee of $250...
‘The killings are just ridiculous’: Another man shot, killed on Prospect Ave, caught on camera
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Another man has lost his life on the streets of Prospect Avenue. Ernest Scott was murdered Friday overnight near 54th and Prospect. KCTV5 obtained surveillance footage captured by the cameras outside the Holiday Hotel. In it, you can see two people who appear to get...
Remembering the tragic Duck Boat incident at Table Rock Lake 6 years later
BRANSON, Mo. — Today marks six years since a duck boat sank in Table Rock Lake — near Branson — killing 17 people onboard. Since then — emergency responders have reflected back on their response that day — and to other incidents. The duck boat...
Braves-Cardinals restart time: Rain delay updates from Truist Park, July 19
The MLB All-Star break is officially over. All 30 teams had players and coaches either participating in the Midsummer Classic or taking the off-days to relax. But now, it's back to work with just three months left in the season. Not to mention, teams have to determine by the July 30 trade deadline whether they plan to buy, sell, or stand pat.
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...
Eureka to select contractor for Allenton Bridge replacement
The city of Eureka has all the necessary approvals from state and federal officials and railroad companies needed to continue to the construction phase of the Allenton Bridge replacement project. The city will accept bid applications from contractors until Tuesday, July 30, with the Board of Aldermen planning to announce...
Discussion panel to be held at “Twisters” showing in Poplar Bluff
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - You may enjoy spending part of your weekend at the movie theater watching whatever’s new but soon, you can watch a new release and then hear from real-life experts. On Saturday, July 27, a showing of the new movie “Twisters” is set for 10...
Historic Westport home used in the Battle of Westport hits the market
The Bent-Ward House, that has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1978 is officially on the market. The Sunset Hill home, built in the 1850s is currently listed for $1.49 million.
Several Springfield tenants waiting to see what’s next after landlord goes to jail
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Several Springfield business owners are weighing their next steps tonight after their landlord, Marco Denis, was charged with domestic assault and kidnapping. Denis, whose company owns Plaza Towers and several other properties, is being held in jail without bond. OzarksFirst spoke over the phone with several tenants at the Plaza Towers, some […]
5 Chiefs did not participate in Friday’s practice session
As their training camp at Missouri Western State University continued on Friday morning, the Kansas City Chiefs conducted their third rookie/quarterback practice leading up to the first full practice on Sunday. As we reported on Wednesday, a total of 37 rookies, quarterbacks and veterans returning from injury participated in the...
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