Summer
Several Trails Are Closed At Fellows Lake!
If you are planning on a little hike around the Fellows Lake area, be prepared to find another trail. Three trail areas are closed until April 8, after recommendations of CU of Springfield and the Ozark Greenways. The three trails that are closed are Jerry's Progress, Chandler Way and Vera's Holdout. Several reports of aggressive dogs at those locations have prompted the closures. Currently…
Natural Dyes To Color Easter Eggs!
If you and the kiddo's are needing ideas on how to use natural dyes when coloring your Easter eggs, try this! Vibrant shades and hues can be created with ingredients you might already have at home. The following ingredients can be simmered with two cups of water for 15 to 30 minutes to create the desired colors. After, it's important to strain the liquid and add a tablespoon of distilled white…
Which Stores Are Opened & Closed on Easter Sunday?
Need to pick up some food odds and ends on Easter Sunday? Heads up some of the bigger box stores will shut down for the religious holiday. Stores that are closed on Easter Sunday Aldi Costco Sam's Club Target Stores that are open on Easter Sunday CVS Dollar General Home Depot (check individual locations for hours) Walgreens (check individual locations for hours) Walmart
Road Safety Tips For April 8 Eclipse!
We are just 12 days away from the next big Solar Eclipse Event! Though, Springfield will not be in the direct path of the complete solar eclipse, it won't stop many from viewing it in our area. Things to remember, MoDOT and MSHP urges every driver to pay attention, obey all traffic laws, and wear a seat belt. Additional safe driving tips include: Don’t stop along the interstate or park on the…
It's Morel Mushroom Hunting Time!
You know Spring has arrived when you start seeing Morel Mushrooms on your hike through the woods! The morel mushrooms can be found in southwest Missouri from April until early May What to look for? The common morel has yellowish-brown pits, a spongy cap which is shaped like a Christmas tree and has black ridges. Where can you find these delicious 'shrooms? Woodland, river bottoms, just…
BIG Bucks Up For Grabs In Tonight's Mega Millions Drawing!
Its been several months since there was a winner in the Mega Millions Lottery game. The last winner was December 8, 2023. Tonight's estimated jackpot is up to $1.1 Billion dollars with a cash option at $525.8 Million Dollars. Mega Balls will be drawn at 10 pm. Tickets are $2 each and are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In most jurisdictions, players can add the…
Mo. Department of Conservation Wants Your Bradford Pear Trees!
The Missouri Department of Conservation wants your smelly, invasive Bradford pear trees! Bradford pear trees, though pretty in spring, are not a hearty tree. The trees are weak. The Bradford pear tree will actually break or split in storms, they multiply quickly and overwhelm native plants. In order to participate in the Missouri Department of Conservation buy back program, you need to register…
Can You Remain Anonymous If You Win Powerball Or Mega Million Jackpots?
With no winners in the Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots, the combined prizes are close to $2 billion. Tonight’s Powerball jackpot is $800 million. Tuesday’s Mega Millions is $1.1 billion. The record for the largest Powerball jackpot is $2.04 billion, For Mega Millions, the record jackpot is $1.602 billion. If you have ever wondered if you can remain anonymous if you should win the big money,…
It's Time!! Pineapple Whip IS Open!
There is NOTHING in the Ozarks that screams warm weather and summertime other than the Ozark Empire Fair AND Pineapple Whip! The Pineapple Whip HULA GIRL is dancing once again at a couple of locations in Springfield, where you can enjoy some great combo flavors! The Pineapple Whip at 1147 S. Glenstone will be serving up Pineapple and Banana-Pomegranate and Pineapple. The Pineapple Whip at 3850 S.…
Summer's Weekend Planner!
FRIDAY Hop to it! The Easter Bunny returns to the Battlefield Mall. Get your picturing taken with the hare 11 am – 7 pm. Reservations are encouraged. PRCA at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds doors open at 6:45 Rodeo begins 8 pm Ozark Spring Roundup begins at the Ozark Empire Fairground! Admission is free – Youth horse Judging, Rodeo ticket giveaway, Mutton Busting Qualifying. Doors open at 9 am.…