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Fatal head-on collision on Highway 65 leaves one dead, one injuredkttn.com14 hours ago
CRIME STOPPERS: Police look for pair wanted on separate chargesKY31 day ago
Driver dies in wrong-way crash north of Springfield, Mo.KYTV1 day ago
MoDOT worker hit and killed on rural Missouri highway by 18-year-old driving semi-truckKCTV23 hours ago
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Springfield motorcycle driver dies after hitting curb in parking lot
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A man from Springfield has died in a single-vehicle crash early Tuesday morning in an Ozarks Technical Community College parking lot, according to Springfield police. Jonathan L. Koontz, 31, was driving a Honda Navi motorcycle south on Hampton Avenue, crossed Central Street and entered the Ozarks Tech parking lot when the crash […]
This Missouri school district set its second Guinness World Record
The Class of 2024 from Logan-Rogersville High School can now add a fun fact to their resume: Guinness World Record holder. They were the ones who pushed for it, but they didn't do it alone. The Guinness World Record Organization recently announced the Logan-Rogersville school district set a record for the World's Largest Game...
Controversy surrounding Christian County Library District concerns residents
NIXA, Mo. — On Tuesday, locals filled the meeting room of the Christian County Public Library in Nixa after several parents raised concerns about children being able to access books that contain nudity and LGBTQ+ content without labels or warning signs. But before the meeting took place, the library board of trustees held a special […]
Wednesday, September 25 forecast: Wetter and windier to wrap up the week
We enjoyed a super September day with another on the way Thursday. This is ahead of wet weather Friday which will have a tropical connection. More open-window weather is expected tonight into Thursday. Cool and bright weather Thursday morning will be followed by some afternoon clouds and comfortably warm afternoon highs. Down in the Gulf […]
Republic man charged after alleged machete attack
REPUBLIC, Mo. — A Republic man has been charged after allegedly attacking another man with a machete. According to online court records, Leroy D. Miller is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action. A probable cause statement from the Republic Police Department (RPD) says officers responded to a reported domestic assault in the 500 […]
Endangered SILVER advisory cancelled, missing Springfield man found and safe
UPDATE 9/26/2024 — The Endangered SILVER Advisory has been cancelled for Joseph Ewing. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says he has been found and is safe. Original story: SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — An Endangered SILVER Advisory has been issued for a Springfield man with several medical conditions. According to a release from the Missouri State Highway […]
A viral TikTok trend makes its way to the Ozarks
REPUBLIC, Mo. — A viral TikTok trend is taking social media by storm, and thousands are participating in it. The trend is called “she deserves the purse.” It was created after a woman saw a purse lying next to a bunch of baby items in the store and assumed a mother decided to not buy […]
History of Crosstown Barbeque with owner Steve Williams
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — OzarksFirst sat in with the history radio show “Sharing Stories of the Crossroads” as Steve Williams of Crosstown Barbeque spoke about the origins of the restaurant. You can watch the interview in the video above to hear from host John Sellars as he, David Eslick, and Steve Williams chat about how Crosstown […]
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