Strafford
LATEST NEWS
Thursday, May 16: Pattern shift brings warmer and drier weekend weather
We started the day with another round of soaking rainfall. The overnight and morning dumped the highest totals across Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas. Springfield picked up another inch, bringing the monthly total to nearly 4″. Given the active pattern ahead, it’s very likely that May 2024 will go down as a soggier-than-normal month. But, […]
Summer's on the way. When do Springfield's outdoor public pools open?
Correction: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that all pools in Springfield open on Saturday, May 25. The pools will open on varying days over Memorial Day weekend. Wanting to take a dip in Springfield this summer? You're in luck — the Springfield-Greene County Park Board will begin opening the...
Springfield man charged after assaulting a recent graduate from Cabool and another person at a Branson go-cart business
Investigators say 37-year-old Michael E. Gardner of Springfield is charged with first-degree assault, third-degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon.
Former Springfield, MO, day care operator sentenced to 24 years for infant's death
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — The former operator of a southwestern Missouri daycare has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for the death of an 8-month-old boy who died after being left alone with other small children. Deborah Lundstrom was sentenced on Monday. She was found guilty in February...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Drivers cautioned as repairs are made on James River Freeway
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Travelers are urged to use caution on westbound James River Freeway (JRF) west of U.S. 65 this week as road workers make repairs to a damaged pipe in the median. The left lane of westbound James River is closed as crews excavate the area to repair the pipe and inside shoulder area, […]
SPS aims to boost summer learning with free books, math workbooks for K-5 students
It's that time of year again. Superintendent Grenita Lathan has been visiting elementary classes to pass out bags of free books. This year, students are also receiving scholastic magazines and workbooks, including puzzles and games meant to boost math skills. ...
Springfield man and his 180-year-old pickle visit 'Antiques Roadshow' in Arkansas
Oil paintings, wooden guns and a nearly 200-year-old pickle were among the thousands of items carried onto the campus of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art on Tuesday. The art museum in Bentonville, Arkansas, was closed to the public, but the campus was buzzing with energy as collectors, appraisers and production crew milled around for filming of the long-running PBS television series "Antiques Roadshow." Crystal Bridges will be one of five locations featured on the series' upcoming...
Dumpster417 Enhances Local Community with Expanded Dumpster Rental Service in Strafford Missouri
Dumpster417, a locally trusted dumpster rental service based in Strafford, Missouri, has recently announced an ambitious expansion of their waste disposal services to better serve the Springfield community and its surrounding regions. This significant extension includes the enhancement of their roll-off dumpster inventory, introducing larger capacities such as 15-yard, 20-yard, 30-yard, and 40-yard options to cater to a wide array of waste disposal requirements. Aimed at addressing the escalating need for competent and trustworthy waste management solutions, this initiative underscores the company's dedication to providing outstanding service and maintaining the cleanliness of the communities they serve. For more details on the variety of dumpster sizes available and the areas served, interested parties can visit the company's website.
Missouri Department of Transportation to make repairs to highway near sinkhole
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - One lane of a busy highway is shut down in Springfield because of a damaged pipe. Traffic on U.S. 60 near Highway 65 could be slowed down for weeks. Missouri Department of Transportation says a damaged pipe in the median close to a sinkhole was repaired last year. Repairs will cause them to dig up the roadway in that area again.
Missouri attorney general candidates share their goals if elected this year
Three candidates running for Missouri attorney general this year gathered in Springfield on Tuesday to discuss how they would handle key issues if elected. Two Republican candidates, incumbent Andrew Bailey and his primary challenger Will Scharf, were joined by the Democratic candidate Elad Gross. Only one other candidate, Libertarian Ryan...
What's Going Around: Norovirus
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - It can start with stomach cramps, the chills, the familiar feeling you’re coming down with something, and then comes the vomiting and diarrhea. It’s the Norovirus. “So most people are contagious when they first start showing symptoms and you still can be contagious for...
City Council to hear options for the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge restoration
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — City leaders are another step closer to deciding the future of the Jefferson Avenue Footbridge after a public information meeting discussing four bid options for its restoration. The historic footbridge was closed in 2016 for safety reasons; since then members of the community have been passionate about restoring it to its […]
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.