Good morning, Springfield.

Springfield-based Convoy of Hope is sending aid after a deadly mudslide along the Nepal-China border killed at least 360 people, and search and rescue teams continue looking for hundreds missing as damaged roads hinder access for emergency responders.

When the Great Southern Bank branch in downtown closes Oct.

1, the area will lose its last locally owned bank.

A list of fall festivals offers local residents a chance to enjoy pumpkin patches, corn mazes and food truck festivals across Springfield and the Ozarks from September to November.

Check local highlights (Arts in the Park on Oct. 10 to 11 and Pets and Pumpkins on Oct. 24).

Missouri high school students can now apply for a state scholarship that helps cover tuition and fees for dual credit and dual enrollment courses.

Applications for the fall semester are due by Dec. 1 and for the spring by Apr. 1.

Missouri State University’s Springfield — based Pride Marching Band finished 10th in USA TODAY Sports’ Readers’ Choice Awards after a public vote.

The band, with over 375 members, remains a vital part of campus life and attracts new students.

Springfield Public Schools are in year four of their PBIS behavior system that has lowered incident rates and boosted academics since its 2023-24 start; district officials say $4.8 million will support further training + enhance student conduct next school year.

Meta Platforms agreed to pay up to $17.1B in penalties while Missouri secured up to $150 million from the settlement reached on Aug.

26 (a historic deal promoting child safety). The agreement requires Facebook and Instagram to implement enhanced safety features for minors.

Thursday, Springfield residents met at a meeting center for a conversation on data centers; many waited outside due to fire restrictions.

Officials said no data center application is active (property now slated for a veterinary clinic) and another session is planned Tuesday, Sep. 1, at the Library Center’s Hatch Auditorium.

The new Food is Medicine Act kicks in today, creating a program to help Medicare and Medicaid patients get nutritious meals at select health clinics.

Older adults may receive ingredient boxes to help manage chronic conditions like hypertension, heart disease or diabetes.

The Springfield Cardinals announced they will rebrand for the 2027 season to offer improved promotions and fan experiences.

A free party to celebrate the change is scheduled for Oct. 6 at Route 66 Stadium.

Missouri State punter Stewart McDonald (a Logan-Rogersville graduate who grew up in Springfield) is set to boost special teams in the season opener against Texas A&M on Sept.

5 as he fills versatile roles as punter, kickoff man, and holder.

Today, former Bears quarterback Jacob Clark made NFL preseason history for Missouri State when he played the final two snaps for the Raiders against the 49ers+he completed one pass.

He signed as an undrafted free agent in April.