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KOLR10 News

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Parents raise concerns as speculation grows about Bowerman Elementary School closure

Residents of the Woodland Heights neighborhood in Springfield are organizing community meetings in November and December to advocate for keeping Bowerman Elementary open following its identification as the worst-conditioned school in the district's Facility Master Plan.

Springfield, MO · 1d

KOAMNewsNowcom KOAMTV

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Joplin school leaders question Missouri's new A-F grades ahead of December release

JOPLIN, Mo. – Joplin Public Schools leaders say Missouri's new A-F school grades, created under an executive order Gov. Mike Kehoe signed in January 2026, will not give parents and residents the full picture of how schools perform. The state plans to release the grades in December based on the 2024-2025 school year.

Joplin, MO · 6h

joplinbusinessoutlook.com

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Joplin Schools Announces Promotion of New Director of Human Resources

(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools is pleased to announce the promotion of Jordan Adkins as the newest Director of Human Resources, effective November 30, 2026. He succeeds Justin Crawford, who retired from the position earlier this fall. Adkins has been a Joplin Schools employee since 2020. Having served both...

Joplin, MO · 1d
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republictigersports.com

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Football playoffs are on MSHSAA.tv, not YouTube | Neosho at Republic, Friday Nov 13

Friday’s district championship game, Neosho at Republic, is not on this channel. MSHSAA rules put every playoff broadcast on MSHSAA.tv. It’s $10 to watch. It’s the same Republic Tiger Sports broadcast with the same crew, just on a different platform. Watch on our site: https://republictigersports.com/live/. Direct link:...

Neosho, MO · 12h
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Ozark Sports Zone

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2026-27 Winter Preview: Carthage Boys Basketball

In his 14th year coaching at Carthage, Nathan Morris never could have guessed his coaching career would unfold how it has when he first moved to southwest Missouri. He’s happy to be entering his seventh season as the Tigers’ head coach and rank third among longest-tenured boys basketball coaches in the COC.

Carthage, MO · 2d

KTLO

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West Plains Zizzers boy’s cross country team wins Missouri Class 4 Championship

The West Plains Zizzers cross country boys team won the Class 4 Missouri State High School Championship with 77 total points. Blake Romans was the top finishing Zizzer with a 7th place finish in a time of 15:33.0, Joseph Roberson ran 9th in a time of 15:39.1, Hunter Stanley was 13th in a time of 15:44.4, Chaska Shearin was 18th in a time of 15:56.5, Dylan Wade was 47th in a time of 16:36.1, Byron Davis ran 98th in a time of 17:18.3, and Knox Weisbrod was 102nd in a time of 17:22.0.

West Plains, MO · 3d

KYTV

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The Joel E. Barber School in Laclede County is only K-8, but soon it could include a high school

LACLEDE COUNTY, Mo. (KY3) - While public schools might not have tuition that’s passed on to families, some schools do still have to pay tuition for their students. The Laclede County C-5 School District consists only of the kindergarten through 8th grade Joel E. Barber School. This means that students have to go to a neighboring county for high school.

Laclede County, MO · 16h

KMOX News Radio

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Parent in the Ferguson-Florissant School District files a complaint against Walnut Grove Elementary School

Concerns allege a special education student was not allowed to go outside for recess and did not receive specialized instruction time.

Ferguson, MO · 1d

Ozark Sports Zone

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Neosho holds off Branson to advance to Class 5 District 6 title game

NEOSHO — The Neosho Wildcats found smooth sailing early, but ran into Pirate-infested waters midway through Friday’s Class 5, District 6 semifinal before righting the ship and advancing to the program’s first district title game since 2018. No. 2 seed Neosho built a 21-7 first half lead,...

Neosho, MO · 3d

KYTV

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

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - 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. The post ranks...

Springfield, MO · 4d

KYTV

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Ozarks Sports Zone Digital Extra: See preview of district football matchups; state volleyball updates

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - What a busy time for high school sports. KY3’s Chad Plein and the Ozarks Sports Zone’s Chris Parker break down the matchups for district football. Also, see action from a Springfield school’s state volleyball championship. To report a correction or typo, please email...

Springfield, MO · 4d

Four States Home Page

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Four States Game Night Top 3 Plays — Week 11

Check out this week's Top 3 Plays of the Week! TOP 3 PLAYS:

Carl Junction, MO · 3d

KYTV

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SPS Facility Master Plan could bring school consolidations, Rountree residents rally to keep their elementary school

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Springfield Public Schools is taking a hard look at more than 50 school buildings with their new Facility Master Plan, and some Rountree neighbors fear their century-old elementary school could be on the chopping block. Jessica Bergeon and her husband built their lives around sending their children...

Springfield, MO · 5d

KYTV

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Friday Night Football: Check out scores and highlights from district semifinal play in the Ozarks

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - District high school football moves to the semifinal round. Check out scores and highlights on the Ozarks Sports Zone’s Scoreboard page by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include the article info in the subject line of the email.

Springfield, MO · 4d

Four States Home Page

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Joplin football’s season comes to an end, falling to Ozark

Joplin fell to Ozark in the Class 6 District 5 semifinals, bringing an end to the Eagles' 2026 season. GAME RECAP:

Joplin, MO · 3d

republictigersports.com

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REPMO Recap – District Semifinal vs Carthage

Every score, every big stop and all three overtimes from Friday night’s 32-30 district semifinal win over Carthage. It’s all in our REPMO Recap!

Carthage, MO · 3d

Lawrence County Record

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Mt’neers football beats Reeds Spring in district opening round

The Mt. Vernon High School football team defeated Reeds Spring in the opening round of the Class 3, District 6 playoff game at home on Friday, Cot. 30, 41-14. After Reeds Spring went up 7-0, the Mt’neers answered with two scores to lead 14-7 at the end of the first quarter. The Wolves scored in the second quarter to send the game to halftime, tied 14-14. It was all Mt. Vernon in the second half, as the Mt’neers scored 14 points in the third quarter and 13 points in the fourth quarter to shut the door on Reed Spring and win the game by 27 points.

Mt Vernon, MO · 3d

moarknewsnow.com

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Reeds Spring Students Inducted Into National Honor Society

Reeds Spring School District inducted 44 students into the National Honor Society. (Courtesy of Reeds Spring School District) Reeds Spring High School inducted 44 new members into the National Honor Society on Monday, Oct. 26. NHS recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service and character, according to...

Reeds Spring, MO · 3d

Springfield News-Leader

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Glendale's Joelle Rover shows maturity beyond his years after viral moment seen by millions

SPRINGFIELD — The country was introduced to the Southside Showdown on Oct. 8. Glendale defeated Kickapoo 35-6, but the game was never the story. Glendale wide receiver Joelle Rover was grabbed by referee Kevin Elmer following a touchdown. Millions saw the incident on social media. Influential accounts, including former NFL quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III, shared the video. “It’s just like football. Bad plays happen, bad stuff happens,” Rover said. “You just need to move on from it and go to the next play, next opportunity. From that instance, a lot of opportunities have opened up to me.” While MSHSAA has suspended Elmer, Rover’s reaction and maturity were the most striking. Rover never complained and didn’t react negatively in the moment. He said he’s quite proud of it, telling the News-Leader last week. High school football: MSHSAA suspends referee after incident in Glendale game “I can’t say that I’m grateful for what happened,” Rover said. “But I’m grateful for how I acted in the situation.” Rover hasn’t received an apology or been in contact with Elmer. But other Missouri high school referees have sent him messages of support. “They’ve congratulated me on my character. I really appreciated

Springfield, MO · 5d

Ozark Sports Zone

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Springfield Catholic overcomes 13-point deficit to advance past Liberty

The Springfield Catholic Fightin’ Irish continue to be the Clutch Irish. As coach Wes Page told his team in a fiery postgame speech at mid-field Friday night: In the biggest games, and the biggest moments, Catholic’s got it. Catholic earned what might be its most dramatic – and...

Springfield, MO · 3d