Good morning, Springfield.

Residents in Sparta participated in National Night Out as local first responders demonstrated equipment and engaged with community members (to build trust before emergencies) by letting people explore fire trucks and patrol vehicles.

The Humane Society of Southwest Missouri is hosting its second annual Wag N' Walk fundraiser on Aug.

8 at 9:30 a.m. at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park (3825 W. Farm Road 146) to support shelter pets. Participants may walk up to 3 miles (self-paced) with individual and group registration options offered.

Meals on Wheels Springfield is seeking volunteer drivers to deliver hot meals to seniors and adults with disabilities in North and South Springfield.

Drivers must commit roughly two hours one morning per week (a valid license and reliable vehicle are required).

Springfield Ballet celebrates its 50th-anniversary season with productions of The Nutcracker starting Dec.

17 at the Historic Landers Theatre and The Sleeping Beauty in May. Auditions for dancers ages 5 and older are set for Aug. 27 and 29 at The Creamery Arts Center with additional sessions in January.

Missouri offers a Back to School tax-free weekend from Friday, Aug.

7 to Sunday, Aug. 9 that lets shoppers buy select clothing, personal computers and school supplies tax‑free – check item restrictions before planning any purchases.

Missouri drivers were urged yesterday to slow down as MoDOT crews mowed roadside vegetation along highways and rural roads.

The department advised motorists to heed flashing warning lights & signs and avoid distractions for safer travel.

Becca Sharon, a supervisory election judge (at Glendale Christian Church), has greeted voters with a smile since 2023.

She opens the polls at 6 a.m. and manages the polling station through Election Day.

Missouri law bans riding in a pickup truck bed for anyone under 18 on city highways unless they qualify as 18+ or are working, farming, or in a special event.

Caught riders can face fines up to $750 and 15 days in jail.

KY3's Leigh Moody highlights expert advice on training therapy dogs in the Ozarks, explaining that the process involves unexpected challenges and careful preparation.

The Springfield Fire Department is working (with the health department and addiction science team) to set up Narcan boxes outside fire stations to help save lives amid rising overdoses.