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2 men charged in shooting incident in Springfield; shooting experts share when to use lethal force
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Two men face charges after a chase and shooting through Springfield. Nicholas Mackewicz is charged with stealing a car. But the owner of that car, Robert Mitchell, is now also charged. Police say Mitchell left the keys to his Mustang in the ignition while shopping. An hour later, he pinged his phone, still in the car, and tracked it down.
Pickwick Street Fair connects the community with local artists and small businesses
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Rountree Neighborhood in Springfield was bustling Saturday afternoon because of the annual Pickwick Street Fair. The fair, at the corner of Cherry Street and Pickwick Avenue, had more than 70 local artists, seven different live musicians, food trucks, crafts, and games for kids. “I hope...
Serving the Ozarks: Boys & Girls Club of Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — We are introducing a new, weekly initiative by KOLR 10/FOX 49 to highlight the good work being done by people in our community. Each Thursday, Serving the Ozarks will shed light on local, outstanding organizations, while also paying it forward by providing their staff or volunteers a free lunch. To kick it […]
Opinion: Missourians Will Benefit From SB 751
On May 17, Missouri lawmakers stood up for patients by adopting Senate Bill 751. The legislation will help hospitals continue to provide medication and services to seniors and patients who could not afford it otherwise in Bolivar and the surrounding communities served by Citizens Memorial Hospital. Senate Bill 751 bars...
Springfield group hosting Ozarks Pridefest on Saturday
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Ozarks Pridefest happens Saturday in downtown Springfield’s square. The Glo Executive Director, Aaron Schekorra, said extra security exists so both performers and attendees feel safe. “We have to contract police officers, so we’re working with Greene County Sheriff’s Officers who will be out throughout the...
Springfield food scene sees new locations, closures and businesses changing hands
This week in Ozarks food news: an Italian restaurant opens in its new location, a burrito spot closes, a cafe announces a Republic location, a complex changes hands and an Asian-Mexican fusion restaurant says goodbye. Italian restaurant opens in new location on Fremont Street ...
Talking trash ... again? City Council to revisit options for trash collection changes
Seven years after Springfield City Council abandoned a plan to overhaul city trash service, the topic is being revived. Springfield currently has an open-market system for trash collection, with residents on their own to select and pay for service from a private trash hauler. City leaders periodically have discussed other options for trash...
Crash prompts discussion about Highways 160/5N intersection
Drone photo courtesy of Ed Doiron This overhead photo shows the location of the four vehicles that were involved in an afternoon crash at Highways 160 and 5 North last Friday. Emergency responders were at the scene for five hours, from 4:45 until 9:50 p.m., cleaning up the crash site. There was one reported injury to Claire York of Springfield. The injury was classified as “moderate” by the MSHP. All other drivers and passengers were uninjured.
Springfield's last surviving D-Day veteran honored for his service on 80th anniversary
The last D-Day Springfield veteran sat watchfully, gently squeezing the hand of his companion Delores McClish as people, including Mayor Ken McClure, gathered to honor him Thursday afternoon. The day, June 6, was a significant day for the entire world, marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day, but in Springfield the day became particularly significant as McClure declared the day Jack Hamlin Day honoring the local World War II veteran and presenting him with a key to the city. ...
On Your Side: The city of Springfield offers $3k settlement for a tenant who paid 20 years for sewer services
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Remember the tenant in Springfield who paid for sewer services for 20 years and was never hooked up? It’s a story On Your Side first reported in February. Tim Trafford is fighting city hall to get his money back. Now, there’s a final offer on...
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