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Ozarks Life: Young Marines making a difference in Pulaski County, Mo.

WAYNESVILLE, Mo. (KY3) - Founded by the United States Marine Corps League in 1965, the Young Marines is a program for kids ages 8 through high school. “I tell you, it’s a rewarding adventure,” retired U.S. Marine Steve Nutter said. Steve is the Unit Commander with the Pulaski...

Area Schools Face $5.5 Million Funding Shortfall Under State Budget Proposal

Ten area school districts could receive a combined $5.55 million less than Missouri's school funding formula calls for in the next fiscal year, according to estimates released by Crawford County R-I Superintendent Brian Witt. The projected shortfall includes $907,480 for Potosi, $835,223 for St. Clair, $755,760 for Sullivan and $338,498...

MoDOT Plans Route U Bridge Replacement in Iron County

Iron Co., Mo. (KFMO) - The Missouri Department of Transportation is planning improvements to a bridge along Route U in Iron County, with construction potentially beginning in early 2029. MoDOT plans to replace the Route U bridge over Logan Creek, located between County Road 28 and Logan Road, east of...

Veteran receives tiny home in Branson after experiencing homelessness

BRANSON, Mo. (KBSI) – A Missouri veteran who previously lived in his truck with his emotional support dog now has a permanent place to call home, thanks to assistance from Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri and Elevate Branson. According to Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri, a veteran named Victor...

Groundbreaking held for affordable housing development in north Springfield

An affordable housing development in north Springfield will include eight units for youth aging out of foster care. And a groundbreaking for the project was held Thursday. Millstone Flats will contain 48 units, including 36 two-bedroom and 12 three-bedroom units. It’s being built by Cherryvale Development, LLC, a local developer that has built other affordable housing in Springfield. The project is located at 3299 N. Vernon.

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.

New affordable housing complex in Springfield will set aside a few units for kids aging out of the foster system

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A new affordable housing project is coming to northern Springfield, but it goes beyond just that label. The Good Samaritan Boys Ranch is partnering with Cherryvale Development to start up Millstone Flats, a 48-unit affordable housing complex. 8 of its units will be set aside for a special purpose.

What’s Going Around: Measles cases popping up across the Ozarks

After a confirmed measles case in a Christian County resident, health officials and a local health care provider are reminding families how to protect themselves and what to do if they suspect an infection.

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...

Bois D’Arc hires first paid fire chief

Bois D’Arc Fire Protection District has a new fire chief in Greg Smith. His hire marks the first time that the district has offered pay for the position. Smith boasts years of experience and hopes to bring on more volunteers to increase the effectiveness of the rural department. Smith...

Branson’s Veterans Day parade brings out thousands

BRANSON, Mo. — The Veterans Day parade in Branson began at 11 a.m. Wednesday, ending the six-day Veterans Week celebration honoring those who have served. People gathered along the route long before the parade started. Participants included local high school groups, marching bands and military officials. Veterans themselves attended and participated in the parade. The […]

Veterans take flight in historic WWII airplanes in Taney County

Non-profit group Dream Flights provided 11 senior military veterans with rides in historic World War II-era Boeing Stearman Biplanes in Taney County on Thursday.

Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes Carter Media stations

LEBANON, Mo. — The Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially welcome Carter Media stations to the community. The event took place at Boat Town Brewing in Lebanon.

Springfield explores what's next for Renew Jordan Creek

Springfield is moving ahead with planning for the next phase of Renew Jordan Creek, with redevelopment experts set to visit the former Meeks Lumber property and nearby city-owned land Nov. 12-13. The visit will focus on the property known as “The 404” at 404 N. Jefferson Ave. and surrounding properties, according to a community announcement. The work follows Springfield's success in the Perfect Pitch competition at the 2025 National Brownfields Training Conference. The Perfect Pitch competition, held during the EPA's National Brownfields Training Conference, connects communities with real estate development professionals who examine opportunities to revitalize underused and environmentally challenged properties. Selected communities receive technical assistance focused on redevelopment potential, financial feasibility and strategies to attract investment. Springfield received $50,000 in professional consulting services through the competition, with support from the EPA Brownfields Conference and Kansas State University's Technical Assistance to Brownfields program. The consulting services are separate from Springfield's $3.58 million EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant, which funds environmental remediation at 404 and 428 N. Jefferson Ave. City considering adaptive reuse of building Springfield hopes to preserve the existing building at 404 N. Jefferson Ave. for adaptive reuse, according to the announcement. The redevelopment team will consider possible uses for

OTO presents possible changes to U.S. 60 and 65 interchange

ROGERSVILLE, Mo. (KY3) - The Ozarks Transportation Organization is gathering information and opinions from locals on its proposed project along a stretch of U.S. 60 and 65. “We are looking at the 60, 65 area in a broader sense, trying to look at the connectivity as a whole for the region,” said Sara Fields, Executive Director of OTO. “How we can improve safety, how we can enhance access as well as travel time reliability and congestion.”

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 […]