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City leaders say Jenny Lind Apartments in the process of making repairs after taking down abatement notice
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - City leaders said Jenny Lind Apartments has gotten a permit to fix one of the broken elevators in the building after the city posted an abatement notice for the nuisance property on Thursday. The abatement notice was taken down not long after it was posted on Thursday morning.
Officials ensuring safe rides at the Ozark Empire Fair this year
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Ozark Empire Fair officials are ensuring all rides at the fair are safe for everyone attending. Kevin Bosley is the general manager for all 31 of the fair rides. Bosley said each ride follows all state guidelines and is inspected every single day. “We have probably...
Where to Hear Live Music in Springfield, Missouri and Beyond
From intimate pubs showcasing local talent to larger theaters hosting renowned acts, the city offers a vibrant array of opportunities to experience live music. Did we miss one? Email myohn@springfieldmo.org and we may add your suggestion to the list. How We Made This List: Venues added to the list had...
Nephew of Confederate general leaves $100,000 to Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
A donor with ancestral ties to Missouri's Battle of Wilson's Creek is helping preserve stories about the Civil War battlefield with a $100,000 legacy donation, the Wilson's Creek National Battlefield Foundation announced. Albert Magnus Price, a longtime supporter of Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, died in September 2023. Albert Price was the great-grand-nephew of Sterling Price, general and commander of the Missouri State Guard at the Battle of Wilson's Creek on Aug. 10, 1861. His legacy gift...
Ozark Empire Fair food safety; health department inspectors to ensure food vendors are following all safety procedures
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Whether it’s funnel cake, corn dogs, or fried Oreos, food is a big part of the Ozark Empire Fair experience. And just like getting that jug of root beer is an annual tradition for many visitors, so are health department inspections for concession stands. That process kicks off with a class for vendors to make sure they understand what’s required.
Springfield fire marshal honors beloved, defunct businesses with hand-crafted T-shirts
What started as the search for an old T-shirt has blossomed into a thriving small business, all managed in the basement of Mark Phillips' home. Phillips, a Springfield fire marshal, is the owner of Springfield Lost and Found, a merchandise company that specializes in honoring defunct Springfield businesses. Established in November 2023, Springfield Lost and Found offers a vast selection of T-shirts with former Springfield business logos displayed on the front. Phillips designs and prints every T-shirt...
Despite Parson’s monetary cut to expand I-44, drivers can still expect improvements
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Lawmakers wanted to spend three-quarters of a billion dollars to expand parts of Interstate 44 to six lanes, but the governor slashed some of the funding. The General Assembly approved $730 million to widen I-44 from Rolla to Joplin, but Gov. Mike Parson said since the pre-work on the interstate isn’t […]
Springfield city manager withdraws from job search in Manhattan, Kansas
After being named one of four finalists for a city manager job in Manhattan, Kansas, Springfield City Manager Jason Gage has withdrawn his candidacy. Gage has worked for the city of Springfield for six years. Gage was hired in 2018 after working in Salina, Kansas, for 18 years also as city manager. When he was hired, he made $220,000, but the most recent amendment to his employment agreement, the fourth of its kind, increased his salary...
Greene County Commission adjusts, expands senior tax credit process
A previously passed state law enacting a property tax freeze for seniors created enough confusion that Missouri lawmakers passed additional legislation this year adjusting the process. The Greene County Commission on Thursday morning officially adopted its own revisions making the tax freeze available to more local residents. This was the first year that Greene County seniors had the opportunity to apply for the tax relief, which comes in the form of an annual tax credit. After the...
MoDOT seeking public input on plans to improve I-44
GREENE COUNTY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is looking to move forward with major upgrades to Interstate 44. The agency is seeking the public’s input on its plans to upgrade more than 250 miles of highway running across the state. MoDOT has five meetings planned in towns along I-44, including in Springfield. […]
Health Department postpones returning to Bengsch Building
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield-Greene County Health Department’s return to the Bengsch Building has been delayed. Due to unexpected construction, the Health Department has decided to wait temporarily before returning to their home on East Chestnut Expressway. The Bengsch Building has been closed for facility renovations since February, and services offered there have moved temporarily […]
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