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From OzarksFirst.com, Springfield Daily Citizen and 13 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
OzarksFirst.com2 hours ago
BREAKING: Bodies of missing McDonald County couple found, on OzarksFirst.comLaw enforcement officials established a presence at the Lindeman property after an official source reported that a discovery was made.
Springfield Daily Citizen3 hours ago
Photos: Rain doesn’t dampen spirits on Halloween night in downtown Springfield, on Springfield Daily CitizenQueen City Pub Crawl’s annual Halloween Pub Crawl brought hundreds to downtown Springfield on Saturday night, Oct. 31.
KY33 hours ago
Lady Bears open new basketball season Monday at home, on KY3The Missouri State Lady Bears start the season at home against the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
KY35 hours ago
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Lebanon after hit-and-run by fleeing suspect, troopers say, on KY3A 39-year-old Lebanon man suffered serious injuries overnight after a driver fleeing Laclede County sheriff’s deputies struck his motorcycle and ran from the scene on foot, authorities said.
Springfield Daily Citizen6 hours ago
Photos: Thousands hit the streets for annual Bass Pro Marathon weekend, on Springfield Daily CitizenMore than 4,000 runners participated in races Sunday, Nov. 1, as part of the annual Bass Pro Marathon weekend.
KY36 hours ago
Springfield’s Cora Scott transition out of the city’s director of public information and civic engagement, on KY3Springfield’s Director of Public Information and Civic Engagement says she is leaving her position with the city.
OzarksFirst.com6 hours ago
Longtime City of Springfield spokesperson out after 14 years, on OzarksFirst.comSPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Communication from the City of Springfield will look a little different moving forward. Cora Scott, who had been at the helm of Springfield’s communications team for nearly 15 years, is out, but there have been very few details surrounding her sudden departure. Scott confirmed to Ozarks First the career change, saying, “I
OzarksFirst.com9 hours ago
Hotel of Terror fans and newcomers turn out for the attraction’s last night, on OzarksFirst.comSPRINGFIELD, Mo. —It’s the end of an era for a popular attraction in downtown Springfield. Saturday was the final night that the Hotel of Terror will be open, one of the most popular and oldest Halloween attractions in the Ozarks, which has been around for nearly 50 years. The owners, Sterling and Melissa Mathis, and
OzarksFirst.com9 hours ago
Motorcyclist seriously injured after vehicle flees Laclede County pursuit, on OzarksFirst.comLEBANON, Mo. — A motorcyclist was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle that was being pursued by law enforcement, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). MSHP reported in a crash report that a 39-year-old Lebanon man was transported to the hospital for serious injuries after a crash around 1:39 a.m. on
KTLO14 hours ago
The end of Daylight Savings Time could lead to season depression, on KTLOSPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Sunset is at 6:17 p.m. Friday and moves to 5:15 p.m. Sunday, when clocks fall back one hour at 2 a.m. Nia Howard, program and engagement leader for Be Well at Centerstone,
Springfield News-Leader17 hours ago
33 Springfield-area events to help fill your calendar this November, on Springfield News-LeaderFrom Veterans Day celebrations to art shows to holiday markets, November is filled with things to do in the Ozarks.
Springfield News-Leader17 hours ago
Expert gardening tips for pruning roses and shrubs for healthy growth, on Springfield News-LeaderLearn the best times to prune your roses and shrubs to ensure healthy growth and beautiful blooms.
KY322 hours ago
Rountree neighbors ask Springfield schools to keep elementary open, on KY3A “Keep Rountree Open” banner was carried through the Rountree neighborhood’s annual Halloween parade on Saturday as residents asked Springfield Public Schools to repair Rountree Elementary rather than close it. The school is open, and no decision to close it has been made.
Springfield News-Leader22 hours ago
Missouri Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for Oct. 31, 2026, on Springfield News-LeaderCheck your tickets for Missouri daily lottery draw games here.
KRCG23 hours ago
Centralia Softball secures first state title since 2016, on KRCGThe Panthers were dominant throughout the season, but in their final 13 games they only gave up two runs.
Also reported byColumbia MissourianABC17NEWS
St Joseph PostYesterday
Mid-Buchanan softball brings home first state title since 1980, on St Joseph PostThe Mid-Buchanan Dragon softball team brought home the second state title in program histo
Ozarks Sports ZoneYesterday
Stockton girls, Springfield Catholic boys lead area team qualifiers for Class 2 state XC meet, on Ozarks Sports ZoneShare on Facebook Share on Twitter EL DORADO SPRINGS – While late-season cross country weather in southwest Missouri has resembled June more than October, Saturday’s Class 2 District 2 meet featured overcast skies and a comfortable, mid-60s
Ozarks Sports ZoneYesterday
Ozark falls to Lee’s Summit West in five-set state quarterfinal, on Ozarks Sports ZoneShare on Facebook Share on Twitter By Michael Smith (For OzarksSportsZone.com) The Ozark volleyball team was closing in on a state final four appearance. The Tigers rallied to tie the match at two sets apiece by winning
The Mexico LedgerYesterday
PHOTO GALLERY: Lady Panthers win state championship rematch with Oak Grove, first since 2016, on The Mexico LedgerCentralia couldn't beat Oak Grove for the Class 3 softball state title two years ago, but that was two years ago. On Saturday, No. 3 Centralia beat No. 2 Oak Grove 4-0 in the Class 3 state …
Springfield Daily CitizenYesterday
Cora Scott out after serving 14 years as spokesperson for city of Springfield, on Springfield Daily CitizenScott has served as the city’s director of public information and civic engagement since January 2012.
OzarksFirst.comYesterday
Republic volleyball player faces another heart surgery, on OzarksFirst.comREPUBLIC, MO. — On the volleyball court, Brooklyn Johnson is just like any other middle school athlete. “I feel like my coaches are like, really nice. And I like being a player for them. And my teammates are always encouraging!” Brooklyn shared when asked about why she loves volleyball. But behind the jersey is a
OzarksFirst.comYesterday
Springfield, Polk County study finds money isn’t the only barrier to seeing a doctor, on OzarksFirst.comSPRINGFIELD, Mo. — For some southwest Missouri residents, getting sick also means deciding whether they can afford to see a doctor. Even when free or reduced-cost care is available, other concerns can stand in the way. A Missouri State University study published earlier this year examined why patients in Springfield and Polk County struggle to
Ozarks Sports ZoneYesterday
Class 5 District 2 XC results, on Ozarks Sports ZoneShare on Facebook Share on Twitter The area’s Class 5 athletes punched their state cross country tickets in Bolivar on Saturday. The top four teams and the top 30 individuals qualified for state. BOYS TEAM QUALIFIERS LSW
Ozarks Sports ZoneYesterday
Fair Grove boys, Osage girls win Class 3 District 2 XC team titles, on Ozarks Sports ZoneShare on Facebook Share on Twitter The area’s Class 3 athletes punched their state cross country tickets in Clever on Saturday. The top four teams and the top 30 individuals qualified for state. BOYS TEAM QUALIFIERS 1.
KY3Yesterday
SUNDAY RACE: Record 4,200 runners set for 20th anniversary Bass Pro Shops Marathon Weekend, on KY3More than 4,200 runners will converge on Springfield this weekend for the 20th anniversary of the Bass Pro Shops Marathon Weekend, marking a record turnout for the annual fitness series.
OzarksFirst.comYesterday
Game of the Week Postgame Interview: Mac Whitehead of Clever, on OzarksFirst.comCLEVER–The Clever Bluejays exploded for 35 points in the second quarter to handily fly by the El Dorado Springs Bulldogs, 49-15 in Friday night’s Class 2 District 4 Quarterfinal. However, before the start of quarter number two, the Bluejays and Bulldogs were deadlocked at 0-0. Which was a surprise to many watching on a Clever
OzarksFirst.comYesterday
UPDATE: Missing Springfield 14-year-old girl found safe, on OzarksFirst.comSPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield police are asking for the public’s help finding a missing 14-year-old girl who is considered endangered. Krymson Knesal was last seen around 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, in the 2600 block of North Glenstone Avenue. She was wearing a neon yellow shirt, blue pants with race cars printed on them and
Also reported byKY3
Springfield Daily CitizenYesterday
District scoreboard: Glendale rallies to secure back-to-back winning seasons, on Springfield Daily CitizenGlendale overcame a double-digit deficit to defeat Rolla 28-22 in the Class 5 District 5 quarterfinals and is scheduled to face Helias Catholic on Nov. 6.
Kirksville Daily ExpressYesterday
Marceline softball falls in Class 2 state semifinals, third-place game, on Kirksville Daily ExpressMarceline’s softball season ended at the Class 2 state tournament in Springfield on Friday, Oct. 30, with losses in the state semifinals and the third-place game, according to the Missouri […]
Also reported byJefferson City News TribuneKRCG
KY3Yesterday
FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Off-and-on showers for trick-or-treating, on KY3Skies today will be mostly cloudy, and while we will be mostly dry during the morning, the chance for scattered
Ozark Radio NewsYesterday
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Fiery Highway 60 Crash Near Willow Springs, on Ozark Radio NewsA Willow Springs woman suffered serious injuries Friday evening in a crash involving a motorcycle and a semi-truck west of Willow Springs. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. on U.S. Highway 60, about two miles west of Willow Springs in Howell County. Investigators said a 2002 Suzuki
Springfield News-LeaderYesterday
Huey Magoo's opens location in Midtown, its 3rd in Springfield, on Springfield News-LeaderThis week in 417 foodie news, Huey Magoo's opens a third Springfield location and a unique Brazilian grill dining experience returns to the Ozarks.
Springfield News-LeaderYesterday
Breaking down Springfield area high school football district quarterfinal action, on Springfield News-LeaderWaynesville snaps long losing streak and Glendale's heroic stand earns win. Here's everything from the district quarterfinals for Southwest Missouri.
West Plains Daily QuillYesterday
At 17, WP entrepreneur balances college prep with regional business growth, on West Plains Daily QuillAt 17, Arsen Kulakevich of West Plains is already balancing college coursework, preparing for a future in orthopedic surgery and expanding his West Plains-based business, Shadow Ridge Tinting, into the […]
Jefferson City News TribuneYesterday
Lincoln soccer to open GLVC tourney against Rockhurst, on Jefferson City News TribuneThe Lincoln Blue Tigers kick off postseason action at 2 p.m. today as the top seed in the Great Lakes Valley Conference tournament against the Rockhurst Hawklets.
Jefferson City News TribuneYesterday
Helias softball routs Parkway West 12-0 to win Class 4 state title, on Jefferson City News TribuneFor the second straight day, it only took the Helias Lady Crusaders three batters into the first inning to take a 1-0 lead. But this time, the offense didn't take its foot off the gas pedal. Helias scored four runs before the first inning came to an end, then the Lady Crusaders added eight more runs in the fourth inning.
Also reported byKRCG
Jefferson City News TribuneYesterday
Southern Boone softball finishes fourth in Class 3 Final Four, on Jefferson City News TribuneThe Southern Boone Lady Eagles battled to the very end in both of their games Friday in the Class 3 softball Final Four at Killian Softball Complex. “We were excited to be here, knowing we had a chance,” Southern Boone coach Zach Moore said. “To play for a state championship was our goal, that was our focus.” Southern Boone started the day with a 2-1 loss to the Oak Grove Lady Panthers in the state semifinals. Then the Lady Eagles lost 7-5 to Cape Girardeau: Notre Dame in the third-place game later Friday.
Also reported byKRCG
Springfield News-LeaderOct. 30
Missouri Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 winning numbers for Oct. 30, 2026, on Springfield News-LeaderCheck your tickets for Missouri daily lottery draw games here.
KRCGOct. 30
Centralia advances to Class 3 state title game with win over Notre Dame Cape Girardeau, on KRCGCentralia Softball clinched a spot in the Class 3 State Championship Game with a 5-1 win against Notre Dame Girardeau Friday.