Around The Ozarks Mornings
In the Weeds with the Missouri Department of Conservation
Join Grace from as she sits down with Sara Karnes from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) to explore the exciting lineup of events happening this month. Whether you're a nature lover, a hobbyist, or just looking for a fun family outing, there's something for everyone in the Ozarks. Virtual Learning from Anywhere Can't make it to a physical location? MDC has you covered with a…
BulkLoads: Connecting Small Truckers to Big Opportunity
Agriculture doesn’t move without trucks... and most of us never think about that. In this episode, Jamie Johansen talks with Jared Flinn, co-founder of BulkLoads, about the side of agriculture that keeps everything running behind the scenes. Jared shares how working in grain logistics opened his eyes to a bigger opportunity: helping small, independent trucking companies stay profitable and…
Tool Belts & Bow Ties 2026 | Supporting Habitat for Humanity
Owning a home can change everything for a family. 🏠 In this episode of Around the Ozarks Community Corner, Grace sits down with Laura Winstead and Kristin McDaniel from Habitat for Humanity of Springfield to talk about how they’re helping local families build strength, stability, and long-term security through affordable homeownership. Habitat doesn’t just build houses. Families go through…
More Than a School Store | The Impact of Cents of Pride
There’s something really special happening inside several Springfield elementary schools. Grace sits down with Kelly Baldwin from Cents of Pride, a nonprofit that partners with 16 local schools to reward students for positive behavior and attendance with “Pride Bucks”. Once a month, those students get to shop in a school store stocked with everything from fun items to essentials like shoes,…
Mike Parson: A Governor, a Farm Kid, and the Road Between
You’ve heard his name, but now it's time for his story. Jamie Johansen sits down with former Missouri Governor Mike Parson for his first in-depth interview like this since leaving office. In a wide-ranging, personal conversation, Governor Parson opens up about where he came from, growing up on a small farm in Hickory County, and the experiences that shaped him long before politics ever entered…
Springfield’s Biggest Chili Party Is Back | Sertoma Chili Cook-Off 2026
🌶️ It’s almost time for one of Springfield’s biggest (and tastiest) traditions, the Sertoma Chili Cook-Off! Grace Gooley sits down with Kelley Lace from the Springfield Sertoma Club to talk about what makes this event such a community favorite. Picture it: more than 60 chili teams, live music from The Mixtapes and many more... all under one roof at the Springfield Expo Center. You’ll find…
In the Weeds with the Missouri Department of Conservation
February might be the month of love, but in the Ozarks, it’s also packed with wild opportunities to learn, explore, and have a little fun outdoors. In this episode of In the Weeds on Around the Ozarks Mornings, Grace sits down with Sara Karnes from the Missouri Department of Conservation to talk about everything happening across the state this month, and trust us, there’s more going on than you…
What’s New at the Discovery Center | Fire Station, NASA & More
🚒🚀 There’s always something new to discover at the Discovery Center of Springfield! Grace Gooley sits down with Hunter Bartelt to talk about the newest additions to Discovery Town, including the brand-new Fire Station 3.14, a soon-to-open custom playhouse, and an upcoming pediatric clinic exhibit designed to help kids feel comfortable with medical care.…
Springfield-Greene County Park Board | Family Fun, Fitness & Spring Sign-Ups
💘 February is packed with fun around the Springfield–Greene County Park Board! Grace Gooley chats with Jenny Fillmer Edwards about the Annual Daddy–Daughter Dance coming up February 21st, this year themed “Passport for Two.” It’s a night filled with music, memories, and a chance for dads and daughters to “travel the world” together. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Opl3OURDo1o Jenny also shares…
KVC Missouri | Providing Shelter, Stability, and Support for Youth in Crisis
💙 Too often, when we think of homelessness, we picture adults... but right here in the Ozarks, there are teens and children without a safe place to go. In this episode of Around the Ozarks Community Corner, Grace Gooley sits down with Michelle and Tim from KVC Missouri, a nonprofit providing shelter and support for youth and families in crisis. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWa8h7gDNog …