Good morning, Springfield.

The KVC Empowering Youth Transition Program—now in Springfield—is helping homeless youth ages 16 to 21 gain stable housing and learn life skills such as managing finances and home upkeep; program leaders plan to expand outreach to assist more young adults.

A woman rescued a stray dog in Springfield through Leigh’s Lost and Found and gave it a second chance at a better life.

Restoration of Hope, a Springfield nonprofit that runs sober living homes, faces closure as mounting debt and 11 evictions have displaced dozens of residents.

Eviction notices since May and a client taken to the ER on Sept. 8 highlight the program’s struggle to support recovering individuals.

Least of These in Christian County received 40,000 pounds of food and hygiene items from members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Wednesday morning to help support about 1,200 working families amid rising costs.

Springfield Public Schools launched 417 Reads today, where trained readers visit each third- and fourth-grade classroom to read aloud and hand out free books.

The program will serve about 3,000 students monthly and welcomes more community volunteers.

Springfield Public Schools inducted three alumni into the 2026 Hall of Fame, recognizing standout achievements in medicine, business, and military service — a 17-year tradition honoring graduates who have significantly contributed to their fields and our community.

Trees across the Ozarks are still green because late summer heat and dry weather have stressed them, and experts say fall colors may appear only for a short time.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will release weekly updates online throughout October to guide local viewers.

Springfield officials say the historic 1902 Jefferson Avenue footbridge will be reopened this fall after extensive repairs and upgrades, including a redesign that raised its span and added lightning protection.

Construction crews are finalizing decking and elevator shafts while electrical work wraps up.

Ash Grove senior golfer Rylee Allred aims to become Missouri’s first four-time girls golf state champion this season.

She said playing each round fills her with excitement and surprise at the chance to make history (as reported).