Weekend Update for September 30-Oct. 2 FRIDAY  Republic Pumpkin Daze  at J.R. Martin Park at 300 E. Hines St. in Republic. ...

Both crews from City Utilities of Springfield and the Springfield based Convoy of Hope are headed towards hurricane stricken Florida...

 This is the weekend! Finally! There are some rules you will have to abide by if you are going to...

Coffee Coffee Coffee  -It is National Coffee Day,- and there are several places you can actually grab a free cup...

Well, this won’t melt in your mouth like buttah, just in time for the holidays, there is a butter shortage! Wait....

The St. Louis Cardinals clinched the NL Central title last night by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 6-2!  The Cardinals sealed...

Heads up! Road crews have shut down northbound traffic on Grant avenue due to roadway improvements! Look for delays and closings...

Pumpkin Pickin time and there are several places around the Ozarks to “pick your pumpkin” What a fun tradition for...

   The warm days and cool nights are just screaming for a firepit at night but, you better hold off, at...

We are now officially less than 3 months away from Christmas!  All the big box stores have their Christmas displays...

Tonight is the Mega Millions lottery drawing.  How much up for grabs this evening? An estimated $301,000,000! If you won, would...

If you were lucky to snag a ticket to see Garth Brooks at the new Thunder Ridge theater in Branson,...

Weekend Update for September 23-25 FRIDAY  Wilder Days in Mansfield   Where: Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum at 3060 Highway...

It looks like our short reprieve for lower gas prices has ended. Gas prices jumped 25 cents in the last...

Oktoberfest has begun!  It’s the first day of fall. With that said, be more careful driving today.  On the first...

The Great Pumpkin May make his return! If you grew up in the 1980’s or 1990’s then you will surely remember...

Did you buy a “Show Me Cash” ticket in Joplin September 18? It could be the big winner. Sunday’s winning...

Great news the World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdale horses are coming to the Ozarks in early October! The famous horses will be pulling...

For the next couple of days expect temps in Springfield to climb to the middle 90’s with overnight lows in...

Be on the lookout for a jail escapee! The Newton County Sheriff’s Department is searching for 41-year-old inmate Michael Ray...

Heads up if you drive a Nissan Frontier or Titan pickups from the 2020 through 2023 model years. Nissan Is recalling...

Cheeseburger lovers- get ready Sunday is National Cheeseburger Day!  Here is a list of who has special deals to enjoy...

Weekend Update for Sept  16-18 FRIDAY Humansville Fall Festival  Humansville Community Building at 202 W. Buffalo St.  Sept. 15-17  Cost: Free entry,...

Looking for a great paying job and are at least 18 years old? Check this out! The Greene County Jail is...

Get ready to get frustrated! Tonight’s Thursday night football will not be shown on ESPN or regular TV. Nope it...

It won’t be long before the temps will be frigid, the wind will blow and the snow will fall. Now...

It’s back!!! We’ve waited patiently for months and it returns Thursday! Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza and it’s back permanently.  Do...

Get ready drivers! We can expect some BIG road construction delays on the first phase of the James River widening...

They are finally here! After weeks of debate, the city has agreed to bring in electric scooters to Springfield, and...

Hey!  Just in time for Christmas, there is a new Christmas Tree farm in the Ozarks! A Nixa couple decided...

Starting this week, Missouri will be lowering the requirements for substitute teachers. Why the change? There is a huge shortage...

It’s time to dream! What would you do with MILLIONS? The next Mega Millions jackpot is starting to get BIGGER!   The...

Weekend Update for Sept  2-4 FRIDAY  Fall Astronomy Night 2400 S. Scenic at 7pm. Free event and no registration required. Cirque Italia Water...

The Powerball Jackpot is starting to get noticed! Tonight’s jackpot is  $134,000,000! Two options to consider when winning this jackpot, take...

Corn Mazes and Pumpkins  Exeter Corn Maze, Beginning September 3 Silver Dollar City: Harvest Festival Featuring Crafts & Pumpkins In the City,...

This weekend, Labor Day weekend, will be the unofficial close of summertime. Many will be celebrating. If you indulge in...

It’s official and it’s now the law. As of last Sunday, August 28, you will now be required to show...

It’s open!  The Springfield-Greene County Library unveiled its new  24-hour library kiosk at the Frisco Building.  The Library Express East...

Movies are $3.00 this Saturday!  B&B Theaters, Alamo Drafthouse, AMC and Regal all will be participating in National Cinema Day....

We are one week out from Labor Day weekend. It’s the “unofficial close” of summer and several area pools will...

Weekend Update for August 26-28 FRIDAY Watercolor USA at the Springfield Art Museum. Doors open at 10 am Teen Night  at the...

The St.Louis Cardinals VS Cubs ended their 5 game series yesterday.  The Cardinals play the Braves tonight with the first...

 Back to school, and back to keeping our kids safe as they travel to and from school. Crossing guards are needed,...

If you have spent anytime outdoors, chances are you’ve seen hummingbirds. The cute little birds are great pollinators,  which help...

A sad note coming out of the Kansas City Chiefs camp.  Hall of Fame quarterback Len Dawson, died early this morning...

Have you been coughing, sneezing, and sniffling? It could be allergies. The dry summer, humid conditions and now, heavy rains have...

Today is the day! Ground breaking ceremony for Buc-ees, will be at noon (Aug. 23) at 3284 N. Mulroy Road,...

This Saturday, August 27 the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO) will be hosting a “Free Shopping Day” where...

There is a new Andy’s in town! Just in time for school to begin at MSU!  The new Andy’s is...

The lack of rain in the Ozarks could really influence the black walnut crop in the Ozarks this year. What little...

School starts on Monday- Here are some fun events for this weekend~! Weekend Update for August 19-21 FRIDAY  Oscar Meyer Wienermobile at Pricecutter...

Get ready Springfield! There is a new girl scout cooking coming to the Ozarks.  Our mouths are watering already for...

Watch for traffic snarls at Grand and National, Glenstone near Pythian, and Central street as more traffic than usual will...

The St. Louis Cardinals and Colorado Rockies continue to battle it out at Busch stadium. Game 2 of the 3...

If you drive a Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Cadillac Escalade, or GMC Yukon  from the years 2021 and 2022, your SUV...

If you’ve been buying stuff for the kids lunch- you may want to check your pantry for Wild Cherry flavored...

Ozarks Technical Community College  will open their new facility for advanced manufacturing training this fall. The Robert W. Plaster Center for...

I was lucky enough to sit down with Joy Steele on Monday morning and she told me how you can...

Get ready Springfield!  Jack Flaherty, right hand pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals will be making a rehab appearance on...

Close to 800 thousand people visit the Botanical Gardens in Springfield yearly.  A dedication ceremony to open the new fountain...

This is the last weekend (other than Labor Day weekend) that the Springfield Greene County Pools will be open. The pools...

It’s hard to imagine cold weather right now with temps expected in the 90’s this weekend, but it will happen! The...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  AUGUST 12-14 FRIDAY Water Color USA at the Springfield Art museum opens at 10 am.. Teen Night at the...

The  Birthplace of the Route 66 Festival gets underway on Thursday in downtown Springfield,   but look for road closures to...

We can’t buy them yet, but maybe soon? DORITOS are unveiling 2 new flavors. Ketchup and Mustard flavored DORITOS.  What...

 If you drive an older Kia, it could be under a massive recall. Kia is recalling 2012-2013 Optima Sedans because the...

Holy Smokes- Someone is $174,000 thousand dollars richer!  Some one bought a Missouri “Show Me Cash” ticket at the Kum...

Now that vacation season is just about to end and it’s back to the classroom for the kids, gas prices...

Look up in the sky and get ready for a falling star party! The Perseid meteor shower  will peak on Thursday...

You now can bike, hike, walk and run on a “soft surface” of more than 25 miles of natural trails...

A mom in Ireland shared a picture online of her baby girl . . . who just happens to look a...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  AUGUST 5-7 FRIDAY First Friday Artwalk in downtown Springfield. The self-guided tour is Free and begins at 6pm....

Starting in a couple of weeks – look for a new diner to open in downtown Springfield, and it will...

Budgets are tight and school is getting ready to start. School supplies may be hard to come by for some...

Uh Oh!   If you are a fan of  “Days of Our Lives,”  which happens to be NBC’s longest-running series, you...

  Get ready shoppers, its a tax-free weekend!  Shop until you drop August 5-7, IF you can find a county that...

Put on your “Heartlight” and order tickets now to watch Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. The Extraterrestrial” on the big Screen.  E.T....

Great news northsiders!  There is a NEW Missouri Job Center now open at the O’Reilly Center for Hope located at...

It’s a busy day at the voting polls! Primaries!  Many are vying for a spot in the U.S Senate, State...

 Banana Boat sunscreen is recalling a “scalp spray” due to trace amounts of benzene, a chemical which can cause cancer...

The first day of August is coming in with a heatwave. The cooler temps from over the weekend accompanied with...

GRAB a Mega-Million’s Ticket! $2.00 gives you a shot at 1.02 BILLION Dollars! Someone has to win- why can’t it...

Here are the top events in the Ozarks for this weekend! WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  JULY 29-31 FRIDAY Springfield Cardinals at Hammons field...

 Springfield school kids- get ready for a “Back to School Bash” this Saturday (July 30) at the Springfield Expo Center...

We all first met and fell in love with “Lor,” short for Loris, after watching the tv show “Live PD!” ...

We are one step closer on getting to bite into a wonderful WHATABURGER Republic’s  WHATABURGER construction is already underway  on Highway...

Wow! Last nights drawing indicates that there is still no winner for Mega Millions lottery Jackpot! Check your tickets- several have...

As a kid there is nothing more exciting that hearing that special sound….. the ice cream truck music! Kids through the...

If you just bought your dream house- hopefully you are locked in to a lower interest rate. It looks like...

The high temps in Greene County and the surrounding areas are a dangerous situation. The Springfield-Greene County Health Department  has...

Changings are coming to westbound Division Street! Starting on Wednesday part of Division will be closed for the new widening...

Weekend Update for July 22-24 FRIDAY    MessFest at the Discovery Center 10 am until 6pm Kids of all ages are invited....

No one person or group won the Mega Millions Jackpot on Tuesday, soooo you have a shot at $630 Million...

Tell Siri to remind you to check out the NEW Andy’s Frozen Custard at the corner of Elm and National...

Remember last spring when the hottest nail color was “Velveeta Yellow?” Well now the hottest drink this summer is the...

The Ozark is experiencing some crazy HOT temps right now. Add the fact that some of us haven’t had any...

 School in Springfield begins…. August, 22!  Besides school supplies, parents, you also need to fill out the application to find...

A fun family friendly “sign war” has gained Marshfield national attention. Several business in Marshfield, have joined in on the...

Grab a Mega Millions ticket for tonight’s drawing! The jackpot has not soared like this since April 15-tax day! The next...

Ready, set, look up! This is the time of year, in the summer, when you will be able to see...

The empty CVS/Skaggs/Kats store is finally getting some new life at 1735 S. Glenstone! The large historic building had been empty...

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has grown again! There hasn’t been a winner in the last 14 weeks making the...

Find family fun for this weekend! Here is a list compiled so you can make plans  JULY 15-16 FRIDAY Adam Corrola performs...

Hot temps, and lack of rain has the city of Nixa calling on residents to conserve water. Nixa Utility costumers have...

Yadier Molina, beloved catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, could make one last appearance in Springfield! Yadi is recovering from  an...

If you are taking advantage of the special prices on products during July deals at Amazon, Target and Walmart, be...

It’s that time of year for your house to be invaded by ANTS!  It’s hot, it’s dry, and the ants...

 Tomorrow, July 13 is National French Fry Day! What does that mean?  We can score FREE fries all week long! How...

I don’t know when the last time you were driving down Division between National and Glenstone, but if that is...

THe heat is on and we are all suffering from the hot weather! Today, Monday July 11, will be another scorcher. ...

  How cool is this? An Ozark guy will be on the second season of FBOY Island!  Starting July 14 and...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  JULY 1-4 FRIDAY First Friday Artwalk begins at 5pm! FREE Everyone is invited Friday night Farm tours at Finley...

Get ready Ozarks! The Central Missouri Wellness Mission is hosting a healthcare clinic for those in Ava, Eminence and Houston,...

Annual Fourth of July Parade  Monday, Jul 4, 2022 at 10:00am  Marshfield, MO 4th of July Parade Jul 4, 2022 at 10:00am  Springfield, MO 4th...

There are four “hot spots” in the Springfield metro that are watched heavily by the Springfield P.D. The four intersections are...

The Ozarks are known for lakes!  We have six lakes all within a short driving distance of Springfield. Tablerock, Bull...

Get ready- Springfield will soon be the home of décor superstore Old Time Pottery! Old Time Pottery has thousands of unique...

 Get ready for a 3 day holiday weekend!  More traffic will be hitting the road for the Fourth of July...

It’s a Boy!   K.C. Chief Quarterback, Patrick Mahomes and wife Brittany are having a baby… BOY, due sometime this year. The...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  JUNE 24-26 FRIDAY    Elvis Red Carpet Premiere benefitting “Choosing To live!” At the Alamo Drafthouse 4005 S. Campbell....

Kraft Macaroni and Cheese is getting new branding! After 85 years the “comfort food” will be now known as Kraft...

Before you say ugh gross- Ketchup Popsicles is a thing, and the Canadians are love them. Wait. What?  Our first...

Gather your friends, collect some money and buy some Powerball Lottery tickets. The Jackpot for tonight’s drawing is up to...

Get ready for FIREWORKS CELEBRATIONS! The Ozarks puts on quite a show here is a list of area celebrations. Most fireworks...

The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks needs your blood. Critically low levels of all blood types have prompted the...

Soon you will be hearing the booms, pops, bangs and snaps of FIREWORKS!  Starting today June 21, the local fireworks...

The St. Louis Cardinals couldn’t get passed the good pitching of the Milwaukee Brewers last night. John Rooney and Ricky...

Summer officially begins tomorrow! At least 15 hours of daylight! Hot weather also hitting us hard this week, prompting area...

Today is Juneteenth! What is Juneteenth?  Juneteenth- celebrates the day in 1865 when enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, learned...

Are you planning on a “staycation’ this year due to high gas prices? If you are, you need to be...

FRIDAY    Balloon Glo at Finley River Park in Ozark – gates open at 5pm.  FREE but Donations are welcome… Fantastic Friday...

Great News, the Garrison at Ozark Mill is set to open on Friday July 1! Originally built in the 1800’s, the...

You can ride the bus for FREE today! City Utilities of Springfield is hosting Dump the Pump Day for June...

Here we go again- Powerball is climbing!  If there was ever a time to play it would be now. Prices...

Need to cool down from the heat? Here is the list of pool hours and pool locations so you and...

Stalking, abuse, harassment and domestic abuse is a serious offense.  Great news- you will soon be able to file an Ex-Parte...

Temps this week are well into the 90’s, if you are overly hot and need a break from the heat,...

It was a thrilling game after the 6th inning! Ricky Horton and John Rooney have your highlights, and who  was...

The Missouri Department of Conservation is warning pet owners to be on the lookout for Coyotes.   As a pet owner,...

Look for new biz to hit the Mall!  Pandora  known for it’s popular charm bracelets and designer jewelry, will be...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  JUNE 10-12 FRIDAY JuneBug Jamboree at 2660 S. Scenic 9am- 8 pm  Fun for the family- Prizes, food and...

Mega Millions jackpot for tonight’s drawing is a whopping $226 Million CASH OPTION: $129.8 MILLION. If you win, you might have...

This will take you back , plus its exciting, the first teaser for the “Munsters” movie is now out.   The opening...

Nope, you aren’t imagining it- your cereal is now arriving in a smaller box but yet you will continue to...

Less shopping by the public means a surplus of merch and Target has some big deep discounts you can take...

 Vacation! Woo Hoo- getting to your destination on time and without delays may be some what tricky this year. Airport...

The 22nd Annual Pulling for the Kids Truck and Tractor Pull was this past Saturday! The proceeds of the event...

It’s Time!! FREE Fishing Day (s)  This year we get 2 days to fish without the need of a fishing...

Most bigger cities have them, and now Springfield has a shot.  At their next meeting, the Springfield City Council  could...

There are still a couple of “Drive In theaters” in Southwest Missouri to enjoy. If you have never been to...

Springfield, Missouri, is the cheese capital, not because it’s known for great cheese but because the USDA maintains a hoard...

It’s National Donut Day! Check out all the best deals below! Dunkin Donuts Get a free classic donut with the purchase of...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  JUNE 3-5 FRIDAY  First Friday Artwalk begins at 6 pm in downtown Springfield. FREE self-guided tour O’Reilly Auto Parks Outlaw...

T-Graham Brown is making his way to Branson next week June 10 and 11.  I had a nice little phone...

The warm weather is bringing out the TICKS! These pesky little critters just want one thing, your blood! The blood suckers...

John Rooney and Ricky Horton has all the highlights and details of last nights game with the St. Louis Cardinals...

If there was ever a time to win the lottery it’s now. With high food and gas prices we all...

Just when we started to dry out- the rain is hitting us again.   Heavy rains, gusty winds, hail and possible...

Don’t ever count out the Missouri State Baseball Bears! Those guys know just how good they really are. The guys...

Casper’s known for their delicious chili and yummy food is leaving the hut and headed to Glenstone!  The café has...

Memorial Day is a day to reflect and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, their life, while serving our...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  MAY  27-30 FRIDAY  NSRA Mid- America Street Rod National at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds… near 1500 specialty vehicles will...

If you are staying at home this weekend-Go shopping! BIG Sales on many items during this 3 day holiday. Need a...

 Great news football fans! The Kansas City Chiefs have officially released the dates and times for their three preseason games. Mark...

Today is the big travel day- many taking a 4 day weekend for Memorial Day holiday. If you are doing...

Another school shooting. This time 19 young kids and 2 adults were killed in a mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. ...

 Looks like Coca-Cola is  getting rid of another product.  Honest Tea will be  phased out soon and will not be seen...

Mercy is building a new clinic! Watch for construction between Battlefield and Sunset just off Kansas Expressway! The new clinic...

 It’s been at least 3 years that all 6 of the Springfield/Greene county pools will be open for the unofficial...

Many wonder if the rain will ever come to an end- the answer is YES! However, we will have to...

Jif Peanut Butter has a huge recall on several peanut butter products due to a salmonella outbreak. The voluntary recall is for...

Brooks and Dunn will take to the stageat the Great Southern Bank Arena formally known as the JQH, at 7...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR MAY 20-22 FRIDAY Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Automotive Swap meet 8 am- 4pm . $5.00 parking fee- entry- free Nixa Sucker...

It was a battle for the Cardinals and Met’s last night. Who came out on top? Check out the highlights...

Hunter’s are gobbling this up! The Spring Turkey Hunting season ended on Sunday, May 8 and the turkey tally was...

 Starting at 2 pm Friday, its the official kick off for Nixa Sucker Days!  The 64th annual Sucker Days festival...

Just when we thought, that maybe the Midwest would not break over the $4.00 mark for gas, it DID! Gas...

Game on for Missouri State and Mizzou as the Lady Bears and Lady Tigers take the field in the first...

Summer months with hot temps will have area pools opening soon, including the Springfield Greene County park board pools.   The...

Be alert!  A very thin metal strand could be embedded in some of your gummies or loose in the bag...

  Have you noticed area flags are flying half staffed? The reason showing respect and memory for Peace Officers Memorial Day. President...

The Kansas City Chiefs just released their 2022-23  NFL schedule!  Here is the latest info so you can get your...

What to do this weekend? Check this out! WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  MAY  13-15 FRIDAY Friday and Saturday, Hartville Groves spring City wide garage...

  https://www.thebull1051.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/video-1652373607.mp4

Maybe YOU can help out the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks! Blood donations are usually low in the community during...

Springfield, will soon host the Middle States Regional Championship for Pickleball! This trendy sport is fun, fast, and is extremely competitive! Springfield...

If you’ve always wanted to host an exchange student- Well…. Summer has all the deets. Michelle Rickman from CetUSA was...

It looks like we are one step closer for Missourians to show a photo I.D. before voting. The Missouri senators did...

We still have about a month before summer officially kicks in, but that isn’t stopping Mother Nature in bringing the...

Honor Flight of the Ozark resumes their first flight to Washington D.C. since the pandemic. today!  The plane full of...

Gas prices in Springfield have  popped! You can expect to pay about 3.99 per gallon at most stations. So how...

Great news “The Whataburger” restaurant chain has revealed 3 new locations that will be built in Springfield. Here they are-  West...

The Springfield Greene County pools will open in a little over 3 weeks. The  date for opening is Sat., May...

Artsfest on Historic Walnut street begins Saturday morning at 10 am!  Admission is $5 dollars!  Over 75 craft vendors will...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  MAY 6-8 FRIDAY  FIRST FRIDAY Artwalk in downtown Springfield. Begins at 6 pm- self guided tour, family friendly, music,...

If you don’t want to spend a lot of money or time when it comes to presents for Mom, you...

Happy May 5th aka- Cinco de Mayo!  It’s all about parties, tacos and Cerveza! We know what you are asking! Are...

Hasbro is giving us a chance to vote on old retired tokens, and possibly bring them back to the game! Which...

Amazon Score Deals of the Day across all product categories and licensees, including Mattel, Hallmark, InstaPot, Fifth SUN, Diamond Comics, Sales...

Missouri Hunter’s you have until May 31 to apply for the upcoming Elk and Bear seasons in the state.   Ten...

National Teacher Appreciation Day and Week Freebies and Deals Adobe Teachers (and students) can get over 60% off on Adobe products, all year...

Weekend Update for April 29- May 1 FRIDAY    Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale 10- 8 pm Clever City  Wide Garage...

Summer is almost here and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board needs your help in filling several positions in the parks...

Two times a year the “Friends of the Library” hosts a HUGE book sale at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in...

Several Farmer’s Markets are now open for the Spring/Summer Season. You can buy fresh produce, flowers, baked items, home crafts,...

This Saturday, you can drop off those old drugs from your medicine cabinet that have either expired or you no...

The Jackpot is HUGE for Powerball!  This is the time to gather your friends together and be part of an...

Heads up Pfizer is recalling several lots of Accupril (QuinaprilHCI) tablets. Testing recently, showed  elevated levels of nitrosamine.  Nitrosamine is...

Weather permitting- its Miracle League Baseball tonight! Games are at 6 pm and 7 pm. Come volunteer with Summer and...

Coming this fall a brand new Family Health Center for Bass Pro employees and their families. The new facility will be...

Powerball  is beginning to climb again- BIG MONEY is up for grabs on Saturday nights drawing. The jackpot is now...

Weekend Fun for April 22-24 FRIDAY Ozark  BBQ Fest at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds… 5-8 pm  located in the beautiful North Woods...

Wow- this will be hard on your wallet! Missouri State University is raising tuition prices by $10 dollars per credit...

Lake of the Ozarks is trying it again! Lake folks are trying to break the world record for the most...

 Well, this stinks!  Look for a slowdown at the U.S Postal Service.  The U.S. Postal Service announced  that first-class delivery...

Congratulations to Parkview High School Choir Director, Nathan Cook! Nathan has been selected as this year’s “Springfield’s Teacher of the Year!” Nathan,...

It’s that time of year! Pothole patching! Watch for State, County and City road crews to begin patching the potholes...

We’ve all seen the white flowered trees that are one of the first signs of spring in the Ozark! The...

Want to have a great time and meet new friends?  Join Summer Stevens tonight at Miracle League Baseball!  The season...

If you have procrastinated on doing your taxes- it’s time!  You must have your taxes filed electronically before midnight tonight....

It’s an Easter Weekend, and plenty to do with you, and your family! Weekend Update for April 15-17 FRIDAY 2 Day Springfield Shopping...

Friday Nixa Parks and Recs-  FREE Easter Egg Hunt 6 pm- 8 pm…. Make sure you arrive early for your age...

Great news- you can visit Wilson Creek National Battlefield for Free this Saturday!  It’s National Park week and that means...

Hard decision here- do you buy a dozen donuts or get a gallon of gas? Starting today Krispy Kreme is running...

Well it happened- Spring has sprung! We know this officially because MSU turned on the John Q Hammons Fountain! It’s...

High gas prices have thieves stealing gas out of pickups! How you ask? They drill a hole thru your tank....

Spring storms across Southwest Missouri can be pretty intense. Tonight as well as Wednesday may have the trailer rockin! Please be...

7 Brew Coffee just opened up a new location in Springtown!  Saturday, 7 Brew Coffee  had a HUGE Grand Opening...

Easter is on Sunday! If you haven’t colored your Easter Eggs yet- check out this great tip on how to...

Here we go again! The Powerball jackpot is beginning to climb again!  Tonight’s jackpot is $268 Million Dollars.  Which if...

This is exciting news! There is a HUGE sign at the old Pier 1 Import store that says SKETCHERS Coming...

“Easter at the Farm” is THIS Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm at Rutledge Wilson Farm!   Over 20,000 candy-filled...

Weekend Update for April 8-10 FRIDAY Springfield Cardinals take on The Northwest Arkansas Naturals at 6:35 at Hammons field -get tickets before...

Have you ever heard of GLAMPING? It makes “camping” bearable!  There is a new business called “Ozark Glamping” which  provides...

It’s getting warmer and we’ve been patiently waiting! FINALLY….it’s HERE!  St. Louis Cardinal Baseball! The St. Louis Cardinals will battle the...

When you stop for cash and gasoline at your favorite convenience store- you may wish to ask for a “Powerball”...

It’s Pothole Season!!  Those sneaky, pesky, little or sometimes BIG potholes are starting to really come out! Nothing worse for...

Beaks Bar and Grill is the new restaurant in Rogersville, Mo.  Beaks and Bar took over the old “Grub-n-Pub” just...

 Beginning today, Tuesday April 12, MoDOT will begin work on the outside right lane of northbound Campbell Avenue, just north...

Finally! We are getting a small break at the pump. Gas prices have actually dropped over the weekend here in...

Ole’ Eatery in Branson! Made to order Paella and Tapas using fresh ingredients.  Authentic taste, great service, and nothing basic! ...

Looking for a job?  Well dress the park and bring your resume to the Fairgrounds!  Job interviews  begin today April...

The weekend is almost here! You ready? Many family activities to check out- Here is a rundown: Weekend Update for April...

The Bass Pro Shop’s Fishing Fair and 50th Anniversary Celebration is underway this week. Thousands of people are expected to...

The business isn’t new but the location is- Copper Run formally of Walnut Shade, Missouri,  has moved into brand new...

Get ready  to hit the Springfield theaters, because “Top Gun Maverick” comes out May 27,  and the long awaited trailer...

What’s New in 417 Land ?  How about a new Thai eatery? Thailand Station, opened  just last month in the old...

Summer Stevens gives you some ear candy facts on what went down today, March 29! Take a listen: HERE   TIME FLIES...

Springfield police were busy this morning at the corner of Campbell and Walnut Street after a crash involving 3 cars...

Starting tomorrow night (March 29) thru the weekend- watch for Campbell to be shut down from south of Sunshine to...

Just in time for you to pay your taxes- Powerball Jackpot is climbing!  Would $195 Million pay off your debt? ...

It’s all about music and fun facts- lets rewind  in history to March 24 with Summer Stevens! [audio src="https://www.thebull1051.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/3.24-TIME-FLIES-FINAL.mp3" /]  

Congrats to  “Gents Glow: A Boutique for Men” they have a new brick and mortar location in Ozark!  You can...

WooHoo! After 2 years off, the The Birthplace of Route 66 Festival returns to downtown Springfield! The festival is expected to...

If you are a spelunker, a cave dweller or you just like caves- you will love this!  After 10 years-Crystal...

Many spring-breakers are headed to Branson for a great time, if the weather will cooperate! Silver Dollar City’s “Spring Ride...

Wowza! Look what is in our backyard if you’re interested in become a chef! Did you know you can learn...

Welcome “Funky Bunch Pet Care,” which is personalized pet care in Springfield and Sedalia! Your pet can enjoy dog walking,...

What a great way to start the work week- and that is buying a winning POWERBALL ticket!  Jackpot for tonight...

Heading to Bolivar for this 417 spotlight! A Break Time truck stop and convenience store is coming to the west...

There is nothing like the taste of homemade bread! Yum! You can add to that fresh jams, jellies and homemade...

Spring break continues over the weekend- Here are some fun ideas for you and the kiddos! Weekend Update for March 18-20 FRIDAY Silver...

Congrats to “Hobby Lobby Art and Craft Store!”  This craft store has moved into some new digs at Battlefield and...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  If you are stuck at home and can’t get out on this gorgeous day in Springfield, ...

It’s that time of year again! Mushroom hunting!  Look for these wonderful delicacies in your area woods. The Morels are...

The Senate passed a bill yesterday to make Daylight Saving Time PERMANENT starting as early as next year 2023. So now if the...

Need some fun during Spring Break?  Silver Dollar City will be open Wednesday thru Sunday March 16-20  and then again...

March Madness begins tomorrow. Eight teams will play in what’s called the First Four tomorrow (Tuesday).   We’ve made things easy...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  February 11-13 FRIDAY Valentine’s Weekend on C- Street! Spend the weekend downtown- Historic Commercial Street! Shop for gifts, dine,...

Several restaurants in Springfield are giving you a deal for Super Bowl and or Valentine’s Day. Check out the deals...

If you work as a delivery driver, you can get a free appetizer at TGI Fridays today.  You don’t have to buy...

Check out Chris Evans in the new trailer for “Lightyear!”   This is the Buzz Lightyear origin movie  which we can...

Happy National Pizza Day! Check out who has the BEST DEALS below. Pricing and participation may vary by location.   Casey’s: Only...

 Both Hyundai and Kia companies are asking owners to park those vehicles outside away from anything that can catch fire....

Get ready- mark your calendar- its finally almost here!  Hy-Vee announced the new store on East Sunshine Street in Springfield...

 Starting today if you are going to test for a Commercial Drivers License in Missouri you must take an entry-...

If you are getting ready to file your  income tax, do a double check first. Things to check off- Make sure you...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  February 4-6 FRIDAY Lake Life Expo at the Springfield Expo Center. Doors open at 1 pm – 8 pm...

Dolly Parton has finally been nominated to the “Rock and Roll Hall of Fame”  You can actually help vote her...

Taking the city bus this morning?  Be prepared for possible bus delays because of the winter weather. C.U. Bus routes will...

If you were hoping to hit the library first thing this morning, you will have to wait until at least...

It’s all about grilling- welcome- The Grill Guys! The Grill Guys are located at 932 U.S. Highway 60 in Republic. The...

With the winter storm barreling down on Southwest Missouri within the next 48 hours.  You may still still need to...

The first winter storm of 2022 is gonna hit the Ozarks on Wednesday and Thursday! Freezing rain, sleet and snow...

Mega Millions is $420 million for tonight’s drawing! Good luck on picking the matching 6 numbers! The Mega Millions has not...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  January  28-30 FRIDAY Antique Tractor Pull at Corwin Arena inside the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds begins at 8:30 am. Springfield public...

Coffee is coming back to the Library Station!!! WooHoo! The library hasn’t had a café since 2020. With that said, look...

If your goal was to lose weight this year, then move along!  YOU won’t want to try one of these...

Valentines Day is a smidge over 2 weeks. Wanna do something different this year? Why not pick up a package...

Are you ready for boating season? Warm weather will be here in a few months and Tablerock, Stockton, Pomme De...

It’s officially tax season!  Starting today January 24, you can officially file those 2021 taxes! Authorities say we have 3 extra...

SATURDAY NFL PLAYOFFS (3:30 pm CBS) – The Tennessee Titans take on the Cincinnati Bengals in this AFC divisional-round game. Cincinnati...

Wine on Tap? YES Please!  What a novel way to get wine!  Where may you find this cool idea? D’Vine Delicatessen...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  January 21-23 FRIDAY “Once Upon A Time: A Captivating Musical” will be performing at the Springfield Little Theater education,...

Get ready to pay more at the grocery store! Orange Juice prices are going UP!  This year’s orange crop is...

Who is in the new business spotlight?   Tabak Co.!!!  Tabak Co is located 311 Park Central West in downtown Springfield. This...

Springfield is growing!!  Yee Haw!  The PBR is launching a new Professional Bull riding competition which starts in June! Springfield will...

Get ready for your taste buds to thank you! Hershey is bringing it when it comes to the holiday of...

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day March begins at 9 a.m. today, January 17.  The March will begin at Jordan...

The world is crazy right now- supply chain issues, higher food prices and  now higher entertainment prices!  Netflix just upped...

The weekend list is getting longer!! What can you and your family do on this “snowy” weekend? WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  January...

It’s Game time!  Looks like we will be couch potatoes this weekend. Pop some corn and get ready!  Here is...

 The American Red Cross has put out a warning that their U.S. blood supply is at a “dangerously low” level. The...

We can thank Covid-19 for this- your wellness appointment thru Cox Health may be cancelled this month and or next...

The spotlight today is on Casa Bella Mexican Cuisine! Casa Bella is located at 4610 S. Campbell which was formerly...

Check out the new Springfield, Missouri flag!  The Springfield City Council voted in approval 7-2 last night for the new...

 BOB SAGET was found dead in a hotel room in Orlando yesterday.  There’s no word on the cause of death.  Police...

How Cool is this???   Buffalo Bills receiver STEFON DIGGS honored BETTY WHITE with his pregame cleats.

Let’s head to Ozark for a NEW business!  It’s all about boutiques and cool clothes ladies! The Collective Co Boutique is...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR  January 7-9 FRIDAY  First Friday Artwalk in downtown Springfield. Family friendly Free- 6pm.  Owl Prowl and evening stroll 7...

Heavy snow is expected this morning with total accumulation between 1-3 inches in some portions of  south central and southwest Missouri. Snow...

Looking for a great job that will take you across the U.S.A.?  Planters may be looking for you! How about...

Snow flurries are in the forecast for the Ozarks. How much snow? No one really knows but possibly up to...

Woo Hoo it’s Girl Scout Cookie time!  The Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland will be selling cookies  for the...

Another Powerball jackpot is up for grabs! WOW!  Who will win $522 Million dollars  tonight? Will the jackpot increase or...

We have until this FRIDAY, to determine on whether we approve or disapprove of  Springfield’s new flag’s “look!” You can share...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR December 31- January 1 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!! FRIDAY Noon Year Eve at the Discovery Center 10 am- 12 noon....

Holy Schnizzle, the Powerball Lottery  Jackpot is now up to $441 million dollars! You could be a millionaire tonight- Wednesday! All...

Christmas is over and this year you wanted a “live” tree. There is nothing like the smell of pine thru...

Pampa Empanadas  3302 S. National is a  new dining space that has flavors galore. Dine in, catering and take out...

If you didn’t get everything you wanted for Christmas, you may want to try your luck for a Christmas Powerball...

Holiday traditions are awesome!  Every year TBS plays a 24-hour Marathon of “A Christmas Story!”  Will Ralphie get that ‘Red...

We know, the company is NOT leaving for a while. What do you do with them? Maybe this family activity...

This oldie but goodie has to be seen during the holidays. Love the CAT!!

CoxHealth just opened a new health care facility at Battlefield and 65. The NEW facility is currently for established patients and...

Major carriers are racing to get your packages delivered  before Saturday! Shipping Deadlines for this week! UPS Second day delivery- deadline is...

The kids are driving you batty- you need a BREAK! Maybe one of these activities on the “list”will help you...

When was the last time you had a good laugh with cats? It’s that time of the year again. Christmas...

There is a new Jiffy Lube open in east Springfield. Located  off North Eastgate near Menards. You can get your car...

There is a Cream Cheese shortage because of a cyber attack on one of the cream cheese producers! Kraft has...

It WOULD be a Merry Christmas if you should win tonight’s Powerball jackpot! $333 Million Dollars. Pick your 6 numbers then...

Friday night just before sunset, look in the sky for “Leonard the Comet!” December is your only chance to see...

It’s all about the Coffee!  A new business opened over the weekend in Springfield! 7 Brew Coffee Springfield is located at...

Need a gift for yourself, or someone on your list? Maybe we can help! All this week Summer Stevens will...

The warm Ozark weather isn’t gonna be around forever. Even though this week we anticipate temps into the 70’s on Wednesday,...

How about this for a Christmas present- $291 MILLION DOLLARS!  Powerball Jackpot up for grabs TONIGHT (Saturday December 11)  All...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR December 10-12 FRIDAY  A Very Grinchy Christmas begins at 10 am at the Discovery Center.  The  Very Grinchy Christmas...

Lululemon just opened in the Battlefield Mall!  The once “pop up” retail space in Brentwood Center north moved across the...

What’s the NEW business in the Ozarks? Check this out! Springfield is a “giving” city!  With donations the second phase of...

Welcome- “White River Marine Group Rigging and Shipping facility!” The group is located at Aldrich Road and Jones Street in...

The Matrix Resurrections just dropped their second trailer, and it’s making quite the buzz!  The new trailer builds on what...

Missouri Mikes BBQ  has a brand new SOUTH location.   You will find them at 1724 E. Battlefield in the old...

Here is a list of upcoming Parades in SW Mo! December 4   Saturday  Rogersville Parade  1:00 PM Pleasant Hope Parade- 1:00 PM Republic Christmas Parade...

WEEKEND UPDATE FOR December 3-5 FRIDAY First Friday Artwalk begins at 6 pm. This self-guided tour  is free and family friendly in...

It’s all about growth in 417-land.  Republic is getting a lot of new businesses lately because of the flux of...

This month we can enjoy some fun and festivities. Check this out: National Cookie Day is this Saturday . . ....

Scooters Coffee has hit Nixa!  Currently there are 2 Scooter locations in Springfield and now they have moved south to...

What a great way to kick in December with a winning Powerball ticket!  It should be fairly easy to pick...