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2024 Ozark Empire Fair: What you need to know
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Summer’s Biggest Party returns to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. The 2024 Ozark Empire Fair begins Thursday, July 25. It runs through August 5. This is the 88th fair. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s fun. Parking and Admission:. The Midway:
Local WWII, D-Day veteran Jack Hamlin dies at age 102
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Jack Hamlin, the last remaining World War II veteran who has roots in Springfield, has died. He was 102 years old. Hamlin fought during D-Day, the pivotal battle of World War II, as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard in 1944, rescuing injured soldiers in the water and transferring them to […]
A “fairly” big new venue will greet Ozark Empire festivalgoers
SPRINGFIELD, MO- It’s quiet time at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, but it won’t stay that way for much longer. In just days, the 88th annual festival will open to the public. “This is our largest event.,” said Olivia Grellner, Director of Ag Education and Sales at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. “We will just be getting ready […]
These Greene County establishments had no health violations this week
Almost a third of the establishments inspected by the Springfield-Greene County Health Department had no violations this week, according to reports. Of the 46 routine inspections, 14 establishments had no violations cited at all. Food inspections take place one to three times a year, depending on the type of food...
Here's where the city of Springfield hopes to grow, annex land
As Springfield continues to grow, the city is also looking to expand its city limit boundaries. Currently, the city is prioritizing annexing properties that have already signed a consent to annex agreement, that are contiguous to current city boundaries and those owned by public entities. Where could the city grow...
Ozarks Life: Woodland Heights artist spreading joy around Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Inside a Woodland Heights Neighborhood home, an art studio is Linda Passeri’s happy place. “I was one of those kids that drew all the time,” Linda said. Her drawings have evolved into paintings that take you into wonderful colors and faraway places. Her hands...
Newest University Heights proposal brings traffic concerns, uncertainty
The northwest corner of National Avenue and Sunshine Street has been in the spotlight for years. Throughout those years, the ideas and plans for what the corner could hold have changed multiple times, though all seek to rezone currently 2.6 acres of residential lots for commercial use. With a lawsuit between the developer and nearby neighbors more or less settled for now, the developers at Be Kind & Merciful LLC are moving forward with another rezoning proposal. ...
Arc of the Ozarks celebrates 60 years; police, firefighters face off at Guns N Hoses
Arc of the Ozarks celebrates 60 years The Arc of the Ozarks is celebrating 60 years of serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The public is invited to join the celebration Aug. 8 at the Timothy Grant Newport Activity Center, 1501 E. Pythian St. ...
Letter to the Editor: Next year marks a new chapter for Springfield area chamber
Just over a year ago, I joined the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce as the director of regionalism and economic development, essentially “on loan” from City Utilities. Working for the chamber, I’ve had the pleasure of seeing the staff dedicated to advocating for and on behalf of its members.
Missouri Has 20% of America’s Most Dangerous Cities for 2024
In urban America, safety remains a critical issue, with some cities experiencing high levels of danger. Missouri, located in the Midwestern United States, has gained attention for having a significant portion of the nation’s most dangerous cities in 2024. Recent data shows that Missouri is home to several cities...
Learn about MDC’s canine unit at the Ozark Empire Fair
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Dogs can be a great tool for conservation-related work. That’s why the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) launched its canine unit in 2021. People will have a chance to meet two members of MDC’s canine unit at this year’s Ozark Empire Fair. Agent Corporal Susan Swem and her canine partner Astro, a yellow Labrador, and Corporal Andrew Feistel and his canine partner Titan, a German shorthaired pointer, will be giving programs at the MDC building on the west side of the Fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m. on these nights of the fair:
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