What’s Happening
Still Time To Donate To The Red Kettle Campaign!
The Red Kettle Campaign continues in the Ozarks! Because of your donations and generosity to the Red Kettle nearly a thousand children will be given gifts this holiday season. Money is still needed. Bass Pro has stepped in and for this week only will be matching up to $30 thousand dollars in donations. Want to donate? The Red Kettles will be easily found on the outside of Bass Pro and will also…
Gas Prices Are Up! Just In Time For Christmas Travel!
Gas prices jumped again in the Ozarks just before holiday travel. If you shop around you can still find some cheaper prices. Gas Buddy will make those lower gas prices easier to find. Go HERE to see who has the cheapest gas in Springfield and the surrounding areas. For better gas mileage, make sure tires are filled to correct air pressure. No jackrabbit starts and stops. Go the speed limit.
TGI Fridays Boneless Chicken Bites Recal
A massive recall! Simmons Prepared Foods Incorporated is recalling 26,550 pounds of TGI Fridays boneless chicken bites products. Small pieces of hard plastic could be found in the chicken bites product.. Check your freezer for these Boneless Chicken Bites which were produced on October 3 and sold nationwide. The recall covers the TGI Fridays Chicken Bites Honey BBQ flavor in the 15-ounce carton.…
Where Can YOU Take A Real Christmas Tree, AFTER The Holidays?
After the holidays, where do you take that live Christmas tree that is shedding needles left and right? After you take off the ornaments, tinsel and lights, you can recycle it! There are several places around the area that will dispose of that tree properly and help the environment too! Live Christmas trees are NOT accepted at the Missouri Landfill. Bass Pro Shops: Across the street from the…
Holiday Travelers Expected In High Numbers At Springfield-Branson Airport
Christmas is in 6 days! From now until Monday, travelers will be ramping it up in airports and on highways. The Springfield- Branson Regional airport is expected to have high volumes of travelers coming in and out of the airport. There are some tips to help with your holiday timeline. Arrive at the airport early. Airport officials suggest at least 2 hours early, so you can get through the…
Quaker Oats Snack Recall!
Heads up! Quaker Oats has recalled several of its granola products which could be contaminated with salmonella. According to the Food and Drug Administration, Salmonella infections could include, fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and stomach pain, In rare cases, the bacterial disease can be fatal. So what is being recalled? Check your pantry for the following snacks: RECALLED PRODUCTS:…
Powerball Is Climbing! Big Jackpot For Tonight!
Just in time for the holidays, Powerball Jackpot has grown as big as Santa's belly! Tonight's jackpot is at $543 million! Get your office pool together for better chances of winning. If you should take the cash option, you will receive $272.2 million dollars! Powerball tickets are $2.00, with many add-on options available. Get those tickets before 9 pm this evening, and good luck!
Springfield Restaurants Open On Christmas Day
There are several restaurants open for business on Christmas Day in Springfield. Keep this list handy..... Alamo Drafthouse, 4005 South Avenue, Springfield, Mo., opens 10 a.m. Alli’s Family Restaurant, 4525 W. Chestnut, opens 6 a.m. Applebee’s locations in Springfield, Nixa, opens 4 p.m. Billy Gail’s, 1882 West James River Road, Ozark, Mo., opens 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. City Cafe, 2127 West Republic…
Christmas Activity Fun This Weekend!
Weekend Update for December 15-17 FRIDAY Merry Tuba-Christmas at Spangler Hall Drury University. Showtime is 5 pm FREE Candy Cane Lane opens at 5 pm at Rutledge Wilson Farm Park 5-8 pm (Enjoy the park in a holiday them Friday- Sundays through December 17) Gardens AGLO at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden 2400 S. Scenic open 5-8:30 through December 31 Santa Weekends at Park Central Square 6-8……
The Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Needs Donations!
The season for giving continues here in the Ozarks and the Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign could use a boost with your monetary donations! The Salvation Army in Springfield, launched its Red Kettle Campaign in November and is working to raise $1.17 million for those in need in both Greene and Christian counties. Your donation and monetary gift, will help families who are in need…