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Forward 44: Major Interstate Improvements Set to Strengthen Southwest Missouri’s Economy

Major improvements are coming to Interstate 44, with new investment aimed at improving safety, strengthening freight movement and supporting economic growth across southwest Missouri. During a recent Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Inside the Issues event, representatives from the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and its project partners shared updates...

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Springfield workshops aim to help new entrepreneurs turn ideas into income

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners got a crash course in building a business at Missouri State University’s eFactory. The workshop focused on prep work: how to start and grow a company. Preparedness and planning. “Whether you are planning, looking to start a business or grow...

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‘Was the world ready?’ The Springfield scientist who helped usher in the atomic age

Robert James Moon, a physicist from Springfield who contributed to the first controlled nuclear chain reaction, spent his life grappling with the moral responsibilities and devastating consequences of atomic energy.

Springfield, MO · 19h

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City of Springfield starts neighborhood planning process

The City of Springfield this week, took the first public step in a project to develop neighborhood plans for 24 of the city's 26 registered neighborhoods. They held a public open house Monday, inviting input on the project. The city is working with firm Freese and Nichols. The plans are meant to build on and align with the city's Forward SGF comprehensive plan. Dawn Thomas, Project Manager with Freese and Nichols presented the project to Springfield City Council during a workshop Monday.

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Freezing cold and frosty mornings ahead

A series of cold fronts will bring widespread freezes and chilly temperatures through the weekend before a gradual warming trend begins next week.

Springfield, MO · 22h

Springfield News-Leader

Messages of hope will become part of new Springfield homes

Springfield residents can leave messages of kindness and encouragement inside the walls of new affordable homes taking shape in the Grant Beach neighborhood. The Drew Lewis Foundation will hold its "Built with Hope" Signing Day from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at Broadway Cottage Courtyard, 737 N. Broadway, according to a community announcement. Visitors can write their names, blessings or welcoming messages directly on the development's exposed wood framing before the walls are completed. The messages will remain inside the homes after construction is finished. "Every home in the Broadway Cottage Courtyard is a family putting down roots in Grant Beach. That kind of stability changes a neighborhood for generations." Amy Blansit, CEO and founder of the Drew Lewis Foundation, said in the announcement. Broadway Cottage Courtyard is part of the foundation's effort to expand affordable housing in Springfield and create places where families can establish long-term roots, according to the announcement. How to take part in Built with Hope Signing Day The event is free and open to the public, and walk-ins are welcome throughout the day. Drew Lewis Foundation staff will be at the construction site from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The site is at

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Tyson Foods, McDonald’s donate chicken and funds to Ozarks Food Harvest

Tyson Foods and McDonald’s have donated more than 41,000 pounds of chicken and $14,000 to Ozarks Food Harvest as part of the food bank’s annual Hungerthon event.

Springfield, MO · 23h

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Wichita natives now teaming up for Missouri State women’s basketball

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Many Wichita-area athletes take their careers to the Division I level. In some cases, they even team up. That’s the case years later for a Bishop Carroll and Hesston grad that helped the Missouri State Bears to a near-30-point win in Charles Koch Arena on Tuesday.

Wichita, KS · 1d

KOLR10 News

Governor Kehoe attends New Covenant Academy’s state championship celebration

SPRINGFIELD–The New Covenant Academy Lady Warriors volleyball team received a heroes welcome in the form of a thundering, standing ovation by their peers, faculty, and state officials, as they were recognized, one-by-one, for capturing the Class 2 State Championship. After qualifying for their first State Semifinal, just a year ago, the Lady Warriors returned to […]

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Notre Dame softball finishes third in Class 3 Final Four

Members of the Notre Dame softball team receive the Class 3 third-place trophy on Oct. 30 at the Killian Softball Complex in Springfield. Submitted photo. After breaking what was a eight-year state final four drought, the Notre Dame softball team took third place in the Class 3 Final Four two weeks ago.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d

KYTV

A rise in heartworm cases: Springfield veterinarian shares how best to protect your animal

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Over the past 30 days, Dr. Philip Brown with Animal Care Center says the practice has seen an increase in heartworm disease among dogs, causing him to again encourage you to make sure you’re always taking preventative measures, as it’s potentially deadly. “We have...

Springfield, MO · 23h

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Tickets on sale for Christmas Vespers services

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, Drury University is inviting everyone to be a part of its time-honored Christmas Vespers services. Two performances are scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 6, in historic Stone Chapel, with shows starting at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively. Featuring the Drury Singers, Drury Chorale and...

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Looking at the progress on the Springfield Salvation Army’s Harbor House

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -It took 17 years for the Springfield Salvation Army’s Harbor House project to get off the ground. Now, construction on this long-time dream is closing in on the finish line. The nearly century-old downtown Harbor House will be replaced next year. The Springfield Salvation Army’s new...

Springfield, MO · 19h

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Crusaders finish third in Class 4 softball

Coach Noah Duncan and his St. Dominic Crusaders reached the softball Final Four for the first time since 1998 this fall. The Crusaders finished third in Class 4 with a 6-4 win over Platte County at the Killian Sports Complex in Springfield. It tied for the best finish ever by...

Springfield, MO · 2d

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Springfield List Prices Climb Against the National Trend

Springfield sellers stayed strong as list prices climbed and new listings tightened while other markets softened.

Springfield, MO · 2d

KOLR10 News

Game of the Week preview: Eagles, Irish eager for rematch in Class 2 District 3 Championship

SPRINGFIELD–The rematch of the season is about to begin. This Friday, the Fair Grove Eagles (10-1) will face the Springfield Catholic Fightin’ Irish (10-0) in the Class 2 District 3 Championship game. The winner claims the District Tournament crown and advances to the Class 2 State Quarterfinal, where they’ll play the winner of East Newton […]

Springfield, MO · 19h

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