What’s Happening
How to Host a Foreign Exchange Student!
If you've always wanted to host an exchange student- Well.... Summer has all the deets. Michelle Rickman from CetUSA was in today and gave her the lowdown on what it takes to be a host family. Check this out!
Photo I.D. May Soon Be Required To Vote In Missouri!
It looks like we are one step closer for Missourians to show a photo I.D. before voting. The Missouri senators did pass a bill Monday, requiring voters to show photo identification at the polls. The Bill must seek the final approval of both Senate and House before heading to the Governors desk for final approval and to be signed into law. The final day of the legislative session is THIS Friday,…
Summer Temps Ahead of Schedule!
We still have about a month before summer officially kicks in, but that isn't stopping Mother Nature in bringing the Ozarks some HOT temps! The 10 day weather forecast indicates temps well into the 80's almost 90 through Saturday. Temps usually in early May for the Ozarks, are in the upper 70's. Enjoy the weather- these temps will heat up your pool and dry us up from earlier rainstorms.
Honor Flight Returns Tonight!
Honor Flight of the Ozark resumes their first flight to Washington D.C. since the pandemic. today! The plane full of veterans and guardians will land at the Springfield Branson regional airport at 9 pm tonight! Summer Stevens will be on hand along with hundreds of others, to welcome home those vets back to Springfield. This is a great "history" moment for your kiddos. Load up the van and let…
Gas Prices are UP!
Gas prices in Springfield have popped! You can expect to pay about 3.99 per gallon at most stations. So how do you save money? Follow these tips and you may be able to get your gas to go further. Tips to IMPROVE Gas Mileage Avoid idling Stick to the speed limit Remove excessive weight Keep up with oil changes and filter replacements
Whataburger Locations Revealed in Springfield!
Great news "The Whataburger" restaurant chain has revealed 3 new locations that will be built in Springfield. Here they are- West Sunshine near McCurry Avenue. The second location is North Glenstone near Kearney (con the same site of burned out hotel), and the third locations will be on the Battlefield Mall Parking lot close to Glenstone! Don't worry Ozark and Republic, locations can be…
Springfield Greene County Pools Are Looking for Lifeguards!
The Springfield Greene County pools will open in a little over 3 weeks. The date for opening is Sat., May 28 and will run thru Sunday., Aug. 14! If order for all the pools to open- there must be lifeguards. Lifeguards are need now- If you are looking for a summer job and have lifeguard qualifications you should sign up! Fassnight, Grant Beach, Meador, Silver Springs, Westport and…
Artsfest Is THIS Weekend! Say "HELLO" To Summer Stevens!
Artsfest on Historic Walnut street begins Saturday morning at 10 am! Admission is $5 dollars! Over 75 craft vendors will be on hand plus food, live entertainment and music! Summer Stevens would love to meet you- she'll be hanging out inside the "bull tent" between noon and 2:30! This family fun 2 day event is open to everyone- kiddos, and pets included!
Family Friendly Events This Weekend!
WEEKEND UPDATE FOR MAY 6-8 FRIDAY FIRST FRIDAY Artwalk in downtown Springfield. Begins at 6 pm- self guided tour, family friendly, music, concessions FREE Springfield Cardinal baseball – Friday night fireworks! Game time is at 6:35 Star Wars movies at the AMP in Republic at J.R. Martin Park. Tickets $1.00 and includes popcorn movie begins at 8:20 SATURDAY Springfield Cardinal baseball! Game…
Sampson's Journey
About a month ago, I woke up to Sampson making weird, faint noises. I didn't think much of it. I assumed he was dreaming, but when I tried to wake him up, he wouldn't. I was confused and scared when I had to shake Sam to get him to come to but wasn't having any luck. I thought he was gone. Sampson finally did come to, disoriented and confused. That same day I reached out to my vet in town, where…