Good morning, Springfield.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will begin construction in September for a new meetinghouse serving 846 members from the Willard, Orchard Hills, and Clear Creek congregations, with tentative completion in October at 7875 W.

Farm Road 76 (part of broader regional growth).

Local shelters urge pet owners to use available help before deciding to rehome their pets—Rescue One has a pet food pantry open Thursday mornings and CARE Animal Rescue offers affordable vet services and advice to help keep animals at home.

Educators warn that a tied vote on the Missouri Board of Education left over $300 million off the foundation formula, risking cutbacks to classroom programs.

School leaders say districts may face tough budget decisions before the Governor's Office reviews funding in May.

Chef Dyllan Dale of Wild Foods by Dyllan shared his roasted butternut squash recipe that mixes butter, honey, and spices to create a fall favorite even amid 100-degree heat, with steps including a 25–35 minute roast (plus a brief broil for extra color) as fall nears.

Glendale senior Trevor Heman has reached 3,016 receiving yards, placing him 17th in state history.

He is set to play today as Glendale visits Carthage and aims to improve his record.

Missouri State fullback Connor Lair is nearing the end of his playing career, cancer-free after overcoming Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Married to athlete Chloe Merced, he will return to Howell County to work with the Conservation Department and coach high school football, while his Bears face Marshall tomorrow at Plaster Stadium.