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Amish buggy thrown off bridge, home burned: Woman charged in Lawrence County

A Lawrence County woman faces multiple felony charges following an investigation into the widespread vandalism of an Amish buggy, farmland, and other properties.

Lawrence County, MO · 2d

KOLR10 News

Semi-truck crashes into Springfield bridge on U.S. 65

A semi-truck crashed into the Gasconade Bridge in Springfield early Friday morning, causing traffic delays but resulting in no injuries or structural damage.

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An Ozarks hillbilly took on the American middle class. She had plenty to say

Ethel Reed Strainchamps' 1965 memoir chronicles her journey from rural Ozark poverty to becoming a journalist and scholar while questioning the social implications of class and language.

Polk County, MO · 1d

KYTV

Missouri newspaper calls on hunters to watch for human skeletal remains amid Lindsey Watts case

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Hunters are being asked to stay alert for what could be human skeletal remains while in the woods and remote areas this hunting season amid the disappearance of Lindsey Watts. The Edina Sentinel issued an alert on Thursday in partnership with the Missouri Press Association. The outlet...

Edina, MO · 2d

KYTV

Man accused of ramming Nixa, Mo., police car after fleeing stop sentenced to federal prison

A man accused of ramming a Nixa Police vehicle after fleeing a stop in 2025 has been sentenced to federal prison.

Nixa, MO · 19h

KYTV

Instagram ranking of Springfield as a “most dangerous college town” uses citywide crime data

The number in an Instagram post ranking Springfield 12th among America’s “most dangerous college towns” is real. But it counts crime across the entire city, not just at Missouri State University, where the school’s logo appears beside the ranking.

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The Sisters 3 take Henryetta roots to Nashville and Branson

Three little girls from Henryetta are proving that big dreams can come in small packages, especially when they’re wearing rhinestones and cowboy boots!. Brayla, 9, Shay, 7, and Nyla, 6, known as The Sisters 3, have had an exciting few weeks traveling between Nashville, Tennessee, and Branson, Missouri, recording music, appearing on television and performing alongside established country music entertainers.

Branson, MO · 2d

Springfield News-Leader

Springfield Mexican restaurant closes indefinitely

This week in 417 foodie news, a Springfield Mexican restaurant closes and a Thai restaurant has a grand opening. Plus, a downtown bar gets new owners. Habanero's closes Springfield location until further notice Immigration enforcement activity has disrupted a Springfield Mexican restaurant's operations, according to a now-deleted Facebook post from Habaneros, 4406 S. Campbell Ave. Its Carthage and Republic locations are still operating, though the Republic location has a limited staff and menu. "We want to sincerely thank our incredible community for the overwhelming support, kind messages, and love you've shown our Habaneros family. Your encouragement means more to us than words can express," the owners wrote in an Oct. 31 post. Habaneros opened its first location in Carthage in October 2014, according to its Facebook page. The Springfield location opened in April 2023. Thai Isan Zap celebrates grand opening Thai Isan Zap , 2119 S. Glenstone Ave., is hosting its grand opening 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 . During the event, which includes a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the chamber of commerce, the first 25 to 30 guests will be able to try samples of panang curry, fried appetizers and larb gai, a salad with minced meat. Its menu includes

Springfield, MO · 1d

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Since 1951, Springfield Has Lined Up For Steakburgers At Steak ‘n Shake’s Hometown Rival, Casper’s Chili

Some Springfield lunch plans start with a simple question: is the line out the door yet? On one busy stretch of Glenstone Avenue, the answer is often yes, and locals have been willing to wait for decades. The building is small, the walls are covered in odd and colorful odds...

Springfield, MO · 1d

Lawrence County Record

Packwood in custody after multi-agency search

Law enforcement officials have captured a suspect who fled on foot following a traffic stop in Aurora after a multi-agency search. Brandon Packwood originally eluded law enforcement before the Aurora Police Department (APD) issued a statement cautioning locals to call 911 if they saw him. According to a release issued...

Aurora, MO · 2d

KOLR10 News

Dade County man faces charges after woman reports gunfire

EVERTON, Mo. — A Dade County man has been charged after being accused of firing gunshots in the direction of a woman on Tuesday afternoon. According to online court dockets, Darvin Toman Jr., born in 1965, of Everton, has been charged with the felonies of second-degree domestic assault and unlawful use of a weapon in […]

Dade County, MO · 2d

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Pull Over Immediately When You Spot This Gloriously Bizarre Roadside Attraction Hiding In Missouri

Nobody warns you about the fork. That’s the thing about the World’s Largest Fork by Mass in Springfield, Missouri: it just appears, enormous and gleaming and completely serious about itself, and you have absolutely no choice but to stop everything and deal with it. Most roadside attractions give...

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Springfield family waits overseas for more than a year to bring adopted son home

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Springfield family says a lengthy international adoption and immigration process has kept them living overseas for more than a year. Kaylee and James Wilson have previously adopted children from Africa. But they say delays in Oli’s immigration paperwork—and changes in the political climate—have created new challenges in bringing him home.

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A Historic Visit to the Sweet Shack

Kevin and I took the short drive last week to historic Downing Street in Hollister to a fun little lunch spot called the Sweet Shack. They specialize in smash burgers, home cut fries, handcrafted and homemade ice cream, and even Italian ice. Wow, they are checking a bunch of boxes of happiness for me right there. I almost needed an extended stay. They have a fun family-friendly atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, both video games and traditional games to play; a very welcoming vibe.

Hollister, MO · 2d

Springfield News-Leader

Inside Republic's epic triple overtime win vs Carthage that 'was a dogfight'

REPUBLIC — Republic (9-1) and Carthage (7-4) were separated by very little in the Class 5 District Semifinals on Friday, Nov. 6. When one team made a big play, the other followed suit. It was the most equal football game played so far in Southwest Missouri. In the end, Republic made one more play than Carthage. Republic kept its season alive by defeating Carthage 32-30 in triple overtime. “It was just two equal teams that both pride themselves in the same thing, playing hard, being physical,” Republic head coach Ryan Cornelsen said. “We just found a way to get one stop more than they did in the end to get the win.” Watch: Republic football coach Ryan Cornelsen breaks down 3OT win vs Carthage The Central Ozark Conference rivals went into the extra period tied at 14-14. On the first play of the first overtime, Republic's Baelor Cutbirth bounced a run to the outside for the touchdown. In a game where Carthage’s defense kept Republic in check throughout, Cutbirth’s run was one of the longest plays of the game. Carthage tied the game via a short rushing score from Karter Manzer. In the second overtime, both teams settled for field

Republic, MO · 1d

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Silver Dollar City kicks off its ‘An Old Time Christmas’ festival

Silver Dollar City is set to open its annual An Old Time Christmas festival on November 7, featuring over 6.5 million lights, an all-new holiday parade, and seasonal culinary offerings.

Branson, MO · 2d

Country Herald

Missouri, Kansas Frost Alert Tonight: Lows Near Freezing

Springfield, Joplin, Branson and southeast Kansas communities face frost from midnight to 8 a.m.

Missouri · 2d

KYTV

Springfield advocates raise awareness of veteran homelessness at Veterans Day parade

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) — As crowds gathered for Springfield’s Veterans Day parade, local advocates called attention to a challenge some veterans face after their service. Michael Bohlen, a support specialist for Ozarks Alliance to End Homelessness for Community Partnership of the Ozarks, said veteran homelessness has decreased in the area, with 27 veterans reported as homeless. But he cautioned that the numbers may not capture everyone without stable housing.

Springfield, MO · 23h

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