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On Your Side: Springfield drivers hit with thousands in surprise storage fees; owner explains why
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Historic Jefferson Avenue Footbridge in Springfield on track to reopen this Fall following delays
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - We’re getting closer to being able to take a walk across Springfield’s historic Jefferson Avenue footbridge; something no one’s been able to do for more than a decade. Sydnie Myers, the owner of Serendipity on Commercial Street and a Commercial Street board member,...
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MoDOT holds a meeting on the $7 million Route 60 widening project in Republic
REPUBLIC, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri Department of Transportation held a meeting to get public feedback on a $7 million project to widen U.S. 60 between Springfield and Republic. MoDOT leaders said as Republic grows, so does the need for more space on the roadway. To give drivers more room,...
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Historic “Whee” Bridge in Carthage likely due for replacement within the next year
The Oak Street railroad bridge, better known as “Whee” Bridge, in Carthage, Missouri, probably has only about a year remaining in its subsantial life before a new bridge is built there. The Joplin Globe reported:. Carthage’s engineer, Jason Eckhart, with Zanevan Engineering, said Missouri Department of Transportation inspectors...
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Southwest Missouri may have its own “Can Opener” bridge
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City of Springfield hosts public hearing on proposed East Bennett Street construction
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Springfield city leaders revealed plans to slow down drivers and improve safety on East Bennett Street with new crosswalks and narrower lanes. Planning for this project started back in 2024. On Monday night, the City of Springfield hosted a public meeting to share and discuss its preliminary plans for a portion of the street.
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Local fire stations begin conserving fuel amid rising diesel prices
REPUBLIC, Mo. — On Sept. 22, 2026, Missouri recorded its highest diesel price in history. According to data from AAA, diesel hit $6.34 per gallon on average within the state, and Springfield’s record-high average falls right below that at $6.25 per gallon on Sept. 21. James Kilburn, the fire chief for Brookline Fire and Rescue […]
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Ever Noticed Those White Squares On Top Of Traffic Lights? Here's What They're For
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Lebanon, Mo., parents question why students waited on hot buses for drivers
LEBANON, Mo. (KY3) - Some Lebanon parents are questioning why students were left waiting on hot school buses while the district dealt with a shortage of drivers. The district says those waits were isolated and students were supervised. But some parents say their children waited longer than the district’s estimate.
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Springfield’s Courageous Church raises access concerns over proposed I-44-Grant Avenue interchange design
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Big changes are on the horizon for drivers along Interstate 44 in the Ozarks, and the Missouri Department of Transportation wants to hear from the public before breaking ground. As part of MoDOT’s multi-million-dollar “Forward 44” initiative, officials held a public meeting to share preliminary plans...
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MoDOT's Route 60 widening plans head to public meeting in Republic
Residents can learn more about proposed changes to U.S. Route 60 between Springfield and Republic during a public meeting planned for Sept. 29 as the Missouri Department of Transportation advances a highway widening project expected to begin construction in mid-2028. The meeting will take place from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Republic City Hall, 4221 S. Wilsons Creek Blvd., according to a community announcement. Transportation officials will provide information about the project, answer questions and accept public comments during the come-and-go event. No formal presentation is scheduled. People may arrive at any time during the meeting to review plans and discuss the proposed improvements. Those unable to attend can review project materials and exhibits online through modot.org . Written comments may be submitted by mail, email or through the project website until Oct. 13. Proposed improvements The project covers U.S. Route 60 between the James River Freeway/Missouri Route 360 interchange and Farm Road 103. Planned improvements include: Adding a shoulder lane in each direction on U.S. Route 60 between James River Freeway/Missouri Route 360 and Farm Road 103. Building a new signalized intersection at U.S. Route 60 and Farm Road 107 west of the current intersection. Modifying the Farm Road