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5 Spice China Grill Closes!

If you were planning on lunch at 5 Spice China Grill today, think again! For 16 years the China Grill has been in business at 2058 S Glenstone Ave.  On Saturday a flyer was placed in the entryway of the drive thru that stated the last day of operation for 5 Spice was April 13,2024. It is unknown why the  popular restaurant has shuttered it's doors permanently.


Data Breach At Medicare!

Attention Medicare recipients!  The Department of Justice is warning Medicare recipients of a data breach. Letters were sent to recipients from the DOJ's Executive Office of U.S. Attorneys on or around April 4. If you received a letter and are trying to get confirmation,  you may contact the  Department of Justice at 1-844-979-6702 for more information. If you feel your information has been…


Slow Down! Warm Weather Bringing Out MoDot Work Crews!

It's the season for road work!  Road crews area already working in and outside the Springfield city limits. The Missouri Department of Transportation is asking you to give the workers a BRAKE when you seem them working on the highway. With over a billion dollars of road work being done this year in Missouri, we will see road crews a lot this spring and summer. Hefty fines could await you if…


Do You Have Planting Fever?

Planting fever is when one wants to play and plant in the dirt and get things growing. Temps in the 80's in southwest Missouri this week have many people heading to greenhouses and big box stores gathering up seedlings and plants. Is it too early to plant? It depends on what you are planting. There are several hardy plants that can withstand a late frost, but most plants in the garden will not…


Texas Thrills and Talladega Anticipation with Joey Logano

Facebook Page Streaming Options In this adrenaline-fueled episode, we dive headfirst into the exhilarating world of NASCAR, recapping all the heart-stopping action from the recent race at Texas Motor Speedway. From nail-biting passes to unexpected twists and turns, we break down every thrilling win for Chase Elliott that kept fans on the edge of their seats. But the excitement doesn't stop…


Next Month It's Cicade-Geddon!

Get ready for Cicada-geddon! Cicada insects will start emerging next month as the ground warms up. Experts say we could see up to one million cicada's per acre! Why so many cicada's now? It's because there are two broods that are emerging at the same time! Brood  XIX (19) and Brood VIII (8) will be co-emerging out of the ground, this hasn't happened since 1803! Never fear, the cicada lifespan is…


The "American Pickers" Are Heading To The Ozarks!

The Tv Show "American Pickers" will be visiting Missouri soon in search of collections, antiques, and valuables. The "Pickers" will be making their way through Missouri, Kansas and Arkansas through the month of June. The show follows the "Pickers" as they stop and check out private collections. Do you have a collection you would like the pickers to check out? You can contact the show two ways:…


Miracle League Baseball Needs Volunteers!

If you are looking to meet friends a perfect opportunity awaits you on the Miracle League Baseball Field! Right now volunteers, "Baseball Buddies," are needed to help assist kids and young adults play the game of baseball. There are several dates that are in need of buddy assistance. You can volunteer solo, or get a group together to help a child or adult run the bases, bat, and field a ball.…


OACAC Now Offering Housing Assistance

If you are in need of housing assistance, the Ozark Area Community Action Corporation may be able to help! Oacac is now offering online applications that can be filled out fast.  This opportunity is available in ten counties in southwest Missouri. Once you qualify, search for your rental property and then get it approved by the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Department. Once approved,  your…


The Cadillac Three Rocked The Rodeo!

If you know, you know! For those who have been fans of The Cadillac Three for some time know how great this band is! Since the release of their debut album in 2012, the band was know as "The Cadillac Black" back then, their fan base as steadily grown over the years. All without being part of so-called "mainstream country music." Since signing with Big Machine Records in their hometown of…