Branson West, MO

Eureka Springs is a charming small town in Arkansas known for its art galleries, historic hotels, and fun shops. But did you know that it is also home to some great restaurants?. One of the things I love about traveling is trying different restaurants in new places. I’ve recently had...

Gainesville-area resident Bonnie Luna has never starred in a TV crime-story series, but she’s still pondering how closely reality mimicked fiction when she was in a Branson store May 6 that was hit by a would-be robber. And while the attempted robbery was thwarted by bystanders, the story ended in tragedy.

I think I may have found the one Missouri place that checks all the boxes of a relaxing vacation. Private pool? Check. Got a hot tub? Yes, it does. What about a nice nature walk? You can do that to. Oh, and it overlooks Table Rock Lake. This is the...

NIXA, Mo. (KY3) - Summer festivals are kicking off! Nixa Sucker Days is happening May 20-22. The Chamber of Commerce is ready to welcome thousands of Main Street visitors. Main Street will be packed for the 64th annual Sucker Days Festival organizers are getting the final details in place before people can enjoy all the fun at this year’s festival.

BRANSON, Mo. — A public auction to clear out warehouses full of items from Celebration City and Silver Dollar City is happening the first week of June in Branson. The auction is a joint effort between Essick Auction and Three Creeks Auction. Organizers call it a must-see. “This auction combines many collectibles & memorabilia from […]

BRANSON, Mo. (KY3) -Christian Action Ministries food pantry is expanding its services in Taney County after purchasing a new property at 2400 State Highway 165 in Branson. In the 38-year history of CAM, there has not been a home base. That is changing with the new 15,000 square-foot building. “We’ve...

With “Missouri’s Largest Strawberry” in the background, Josh and Danielle Rogers, owners of Missouri Berries, celebrate the opening of strawberry picking season on their berry farm with a ribbon cutting ceremony with a little help from their children, Mabel, 10 and Luke, 7. Members of the Republic Area Chamber of Commerce and other friends from nearby also came to the ceremony to show their support. (Photo by Steve Chapman)

If you’ve been to the Republic Community Center lately, you’ve probably noticed four miniature-sized houses on the grounds behind the facility. These little buildings, small-scaled replicas of larger structures including a Lowe’s store, a barn, a house and a workshop, are part on an upcoming play village that is designed to inspire creative thought in young minds.

HOLLISTER — For the first time since 2015, members of the Logan-Rogersville baseball team can call themselves district champions. Ross Lawrence threw six spectacular shutout innings, Hunter Lewis made a key defensive play that set the tone for a six-run first and the Wildcats cruised to the Class 4 District 10 title with a 9-4 victory over Hollister on Tuesday evening at Tiger Field.

May 18, 2022 By Will Robinson Filed Under: Missouri, News. A southwestern Missouri cattle producer says there could be a sharp decrease in cattle herd sizes if processors and retailers don’t share more of their profit margins. “The producer has given all he can give right now,” said Glen...

CAPE FAIR, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri Highway Patrol investigates a deadly crash in Stone County. Pamela Humiston, 61, of Cape Fair, died in the crash. Troopers responded to the crash Monday afternoon on Missouri 76, five miles east of Cape Fair. Investigators say Humiston’s vehicle crossed the centerline and struck a second vehicle. Humiston died at the scene. The driver of the second vehicle suffered moderate injuries.

Hurley, MO – The Billings Wildcats won their second straight Class 1 District 7 title when they took home the trophy on Tuesday night in a comeback that will be long remembered by the Wildcat faithful. Billings was led by junior Brayden Garbee who pitched eight strong innings and hit the walk-off homerun to win the game. Garbee’s homerun was a no-doubter to deep left field.

Ava, MO. – A Sparta man has suffered injuries as a result of a crash that happened on Sunday, May 15th of 2022. Michael Spurlock, 40 of Sparta, MO, was driving Eastbound along Highway 14, 12 miles west of Ava, when he crashed. Spurlock was driving a 2006 Yamaha motorcycle, when, at roughly 7:45 AM, he traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a fence, and a cemetery headstone.

Republic graduates 331, Ash Grove 52 in commencements. The Republic High School class of 2022 made their transition into adulthood during their graduation ceremony at the Great Southern Bank Arena on the Missouri State University campus on Sunday, May 15. During the ceremony, 331 high school seniors received their diplomas, marking the end of their time at Republic High School and the beginning of a new journey as they made their way toward the future.

The steam machine is cranking back up and so are storm chances. We had a small round of storms that developed just north of the state line that packed a punch. Heavy rainfall, lightning and gusty winds were also accompanied by large hail in a couple of the storms. The most intense storm was one that developed over Southern Stone County. Hail up to ping pong ball size fell out of that storm just south of Kimberling City. The storms have since weakened and should fade away by midnight.

Republic track athletes qualify for sectionals in 15 total events at Carl Junction. Devon McMillin led the way for Republic at the district track meet in Carl Junction, Saturday. McMillin qualified for sectionals in all four of his events. He was a district champion in the high jump. In all, Republic qualified for sectionals in 15 events.

CARROLL COUNTY, Ark. — A Berryville High School senior was named as the victim in a fatal car accident that took place Sunday night, May 15. Arkansas State Police say 18-year-old Matthew Jay Hausman was driving down County Road 601 in Carroll County when he lost control of the vehicle. The Police say the car went off the left side of the road, hit a tree and left the car overturned on its top.