Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Greene County Sheriff’s Deputy Kate Ross is asking residents in the Abbey Lane neighborhood for help finding her missing French bulldog Ham — he shows a unique ear and white chest stripe and may have been stolen.
Springfield Police Department hosts free Neighborhood Watch training for residents on Oct.
10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South District Station. Attendees must register online to reserve a seat.
🎭 Culture
The Springfield-Greene County Library District and the Springfield News-Leader have partnered to share a historic photo from the Ozark Kennel Club’s 1958 puppy match at Phelps Grove Park during National Dog Week.
The image shows Charles Beach with his Chow Honey Bear, who did not win.
🌲 Environment
Mark Green and the Missouri Native Grasslands Collaborative urge Missourians to plant native grasses that better withstand heat and drought, reduce nutrient runoff, and ease cattle feed costs.
Green’s 10.5-acre plot, set aside in spring 2025, is thriving — a model for sustainable pasture management.
🏛️ Government
Several I-44 ramps closed Monday, and nightly closures on key access ramps will last two weeks while National Avenue under I-44 stays closed for three months.
The $70.7 million Forward-44 Project will widen the highway to six lanes, finishing in May 2027.
🏥 Health
Flu shots are available today in Springfield as respiratory illness season nears for everyone 6 months and older — residents can set appointments through primary care providers, retail pharmacies, or the local health department for uninsured or underinsured adults.
The CDC reported West Nile virus cases reached levels not seen in more than 20 years in Springfield, and Dr. Julio Nasim (Mercy) urged residents to protect themselves by wearing long sleeves, using 30% DEET every 3 hours, and removing standing water.
Missouri conservation officials urge hikers, dog walkers and bird-watchers to wear bright clothing and stick to designated trails amid current deer and turkey hunting seasons.
They recommend using blaze+orange gear and following safety tips to reduce risks during outdoor activities today.
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