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Early Detection & Local Support: How BCFO Helps Families Fight Breast Cancer

“We want to ease the burden so the family can focus on fighting the disease.” ❤️ Grace recently caught up with Joe and Meagan from the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO) to talk about the incredible work they are doing right here in our community. From paying mortgages and car insurance for those in treatment to providing FREE screening mammograms for the underinsured, BCFO is a…


Meet Rowdy: Zoomies, Snuggles, and Endless Love

Congratulations, Rowdy! You are the Wet Nose Wednesday-Pet of the Week! Welcome to WET NOSE WEDNESDAYS! In partnership with CARE Animal Rescue, James River Animal hospital, and 105.1 The Bull, we’re on a mission to help find fur-ever homes for some amazing dogs. Each week, we’ll feature a special dog available for adoption right here on our website and across our social media channels. Even if…


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…


Soft Eyes, Sweeter Heart: Meet Snow

Congratulations, Snow! You are the Wet Nose Wednesday-Pet of the Week! Welcome to WET NOSE WEDNESDAYS! In partnership with CARE Animal Rescue, James River Animal hospital, and 105.1 The Bull, we’re on a mission to help find fur-ever homes for some amazing dogs. Each week, we’ll feature a special dog available for adoption right here on our website and across our social media channels. Even if…


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…


Furry Love Alert For Rupert

Congratulations, Rupert! You are the Wet Nose Wednesday-Pet of the Week! Welcome to WET NOSE WEDNESDAYS! In partnership with CARE Animal Rescue, James River Animal hospital, and 105.1 The Bull, we’re on a mission to help find fur-ever homes for some amazing dogs. Each week, we’ll feature a special dog available for adoption right here on our website and across our social media channels. Even if…


NEW RADIO HOME FOR THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS: 102.1 THE WON

Springfield, MO – [February 19, 2026] – Spring Training baseball is here, and this season the St. Louis Cardinals have a new radio home in the Ozarks: 102.1 The Won. 102.1 The Won is the area’s new sports radio station from Mid-West Family Marketing, and will broadcast every weekend Spring Training game along with all St. Louis Cardinals regular season games, including comprehensive pregame and…


The Blue Jacket Tradition - National FFA Week

National FFA Week (February 21–28) is a time to celebrate the impact FFA has on students, families, and rural communities across the country. Led by the National FFA Organization, FFA helps young people build leadership skills, confidence, responsibility, and real-world experience through agriculture and hands-on learning. Right here at home, students are gaining skills that last a lifetime, from…


Meet Fella: The Goofy Heartthrob

Congratulations, Fella! You are the Wet Nose Wednesday-Pet of the Week! Welcome to WET NOSE WEDNESDAYS! In partnership with CARE Animal Rescue, James River Animal hospital, and 105.1 The Bull, we’re on a mission to help find fur-ever homes for some amazing dogs. Each week, we’ll feature a special dog available for adoption right here on our website and across our social media channels. Even if…