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Women veterans and their friends carried on a 20-year old tradition Saturday, laying rose...

Branson ceremony honors women veterans with rose petals

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Phil Rodriguez
Women veterans and their friends carried on a 20-year old tradition Saturday, laying rose petals in water to remember those they’ve lost, and honor those still serving.

Sports

Missouri State Head Coach Casey Woods

Lyons runs for career-high 216 yards and Czeremcha kicks late FG to lift FIU over Missouri State

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Henry Belin threw for 225 yards for Missouri State (3-6, 2-2).

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James Larson

Man accused of ramming Nixa, Mo., police car after fleeing stop sentenced to federal prison

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
A man has been sentenced after fleeing a traffic stop in 2025, during which he hit his car into a Nixa Police vehicle.

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Dedication ceremony held for new Veterans’ monument in Bolivar, Mo.

Dedication ceremony held for new Veterans’ monument in Bolivar, Mo.

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Bolivar community recognized a project that’s been five years in the making.

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Veterans Day: Check out the list of veteran events in the Ozarks

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Here’s a look at events in the Ozarks this Veterans Day.

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Lows in the 30s Sunday morning

FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Cold start to Sunday before a milder afternoon

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Nick Kelly
Up & down temperatures lining up next week...

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Springfield advocates raise awareness of veteran homelessness at Veterans Day parade

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Ciara Folkerts
As crowds gathered for Springfield’s Veterans Day parade, local advocates called attention to a challenge some veterans face after their service.

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Deer hit by car flies into another vehicle, killing Missouri man

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
A Missouri man is dead after a deer that was hit by a car flew into his vehicle Thursday night.

Sports

Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield walks onto the field to check on an injured player during an...

Byrum Brown’s 300 yards of total offense power Auburn in victory over Arkansas

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Arkansas quarterback KJ Jackson improved as the game progressed, going 14 for 30 with 188 yards.

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Missouri running back Jamal Roberts (20) runs during the first half of an NCAA college...

No. 10 Texas scores three unanswered TDs in the second half to rally past No. 19 Missouri

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Simmons finished with 252 yards passing and two touchdowns for the Tigers, though a lot of it came on a 75-yard TD pass to Naeshaun Montgomery.
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Businesses weigh construction impacts as MoDOT begins East Sunshine Street project

Businesses weigh construction impacts as MoDOT begins East Sunshine Street project

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 10:29 PM CST
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By Travia Forte
Construction crews broke ground Monday on a $10.4-million project along East Sunshine Street, and businesses along the route said they understand the work needs to be done.

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Saint Louis' Amari McCottry (4) heads to the basket as Missouri's Bryson Tiller defends during...

McCottry and Sharma score 17 apiece, Saint Louis makes 14 3s to topple Missouri

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 10:12 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
It was only the fourth meeting in the last 46 years in an in-state rivalry that dates to 1931 that Mizzou leads 21-20.

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Robert Kalbach, 21, of Dittmer, Mo, is charged with first-degree murder, first-degree assault,...

Suspect shot 2 men in High Ridge after eggs were thrown at his car, police say

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 8:30 PM CST
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By First Alert 4 Staff
A man is facing charges, accused in a shooting that left one person dead in High Ridge on Thursday night

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The law went into effect November 1st and will continue to be in effect until March 2027.

Missouri Cold Weather Rule in effect until March

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:22 PM CST
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By Connor Trett
The law went into effect on November 1st and will continue to be in effect until March 2027.

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2 dead in plane crash near Lake of the Ozarks, MSHP says (Courtesy: Missouri State Highway...

Victims in plane crash near Lake of the Ozarks identified

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 7:02 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The two victims who died in a plane crash near the Lake of the Ozarks on Tuesday have been identified.

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Historic Springfield Wagon, mail hack on display at Library Station

Historic Springfield Wagon, mail hack on display at Library Station

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:25 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Two historic horse-drawn vehicles, including a Springfield-made wagon, are on display at the Library Station as part of a loan from the History Museum on the Square.

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Friday Night Football: Check out scores and highlights from district semifinal play in the Ozarks

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:21 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
District high school football moves to the semifinal round.

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DEK of Hearts hits streaming milestone with ‘Pieces of Us’, releases original holiday single

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 6:02 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Reflection is at the heart of two major new releases from Nashville-based country trio DEK of Hearts, featuring Marshfield native Kollin Bailey alongside bandmates Emily Clapp and Dylan John.

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The number in an Instagram post ranking Springfield 12th among America's "most dangerous...

Instagram post ranking Springfield as a “most dangerous college town” uses citywide crime data

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:18 PM CST
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By Phil Rodriguez
The number in an Instagram post ranking Springfield 12th among America’s “most dangerous college towns” is real. But it counts crime across the entire city, not just at Missouri State University, where the school’s logo appears beside the ranking.

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Edina Sentinel calls on hunters to watch for human remains amid Lindsey Watts case

Missouri newspaper calls on hunters to watch for human skeletal remains amid Lindsey Watts case

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:14 PM CST
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By Ashley Berry
Hunters are being asked to stay alert for what could be human skeletal remains while in the woods and remote areas this hunting season amid the disappearance of Lindsey Watts.

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Why squirrels can cause brief power interruptions in the fall

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:08 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
A brief power interruption can be frustrating, but it may be a sign that electrical equipment is working as designed.

Local

Missouri measure gives state strongest protections for direct democracy in the country

Missouri measure gives state strongest protections for direct democracy in the country

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:07 PM CST
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By Hannah Falcon (KY3)
Missouri voters sent lawmakers a message: Hands off the laws we pass.

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Nate and Kelly learn more about Springfield Brewing Company, while trying a few samples. Learn...

SPONSORED The Place: Check out what Springfield BrewCo has to offer!

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 4:05 PM CST
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By Nate Sallie and Kelly Smith
Nate and Kelly learn more about Springfield Brewing Company, while trying a few samples. Learn more about the great atmosphere and special drinks at SBC!

Sports

FILE - A St. Louis Cardinals batting helmet rests on the infield during a baseball game...

St. Louis Cardinals promote Rob Cerfolio to general manager at 34

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Cardinals announced the move Friday.

Local

The Aquarium at the Boardwalk set a Guinness World Records title for the largest Santa hat...

Branson, Mo., aquarium sets world record with giant Santa hat atop octopus

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 2:49 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
An official Guinness World Records adjudicator verified the attempt.

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On Your Side: CPSC, the agency that protects you from dangerous products, is broken

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 2:03 PM CST
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By Frances Watson
Consumer Reports’ investigation has found that the Consumer Product Safety Commission has become smaller, slower, and less open to the public.

On Your Side

Spire seeks natural gas rate increase in Missouri

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 1:59 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Spire natural gas customers in Missouri could see higher bills if state regulators approve the company’s request to increase rates.

Sports

Pictures: Missouri defeats Arkansas in Battle Line Rivalry

WHAT TO KNOW: Auburn hosts Arkansas in SEC play

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 12:54 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Auburn Tigers and the Arkansas Razorbacks square off in a meeting of SEC foes.

Sports

Missouri State Head Coach Casey Woods

WHAT TO KNOW: Florida International meets Missouri State in CUSA action

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 12:42 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Florida International Panthers and the Missouri State Bears play in a matchup of CUSA opponents on Saturday.

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ON YOUR SIDE: Safety and Recall alerts airs every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. on KY3 Streaming.

ON YOUR SIDE: Safety alerts and recalls for October 28 through November 4

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 12:39 PM CST
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By Jazlyn Summers
Every Wednesday on KY3 Streaming, Jazlyn Summers goes over the recalls from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as well as the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Sports

Pictures: Missouri defeats Arkansas in Battle Line Rivalry

WHAT TO KNOW: No. 10 Texas visits No. 19 Missouri

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 12:37 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
A ranked SEC matchup features the No. 19 Missouri Tigers hosting the No. 10 Texas Longhorns.

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The Historic Gillioz Theatre celebrates 100 years of bringing the arts to Springfield

Springfield Changemakers: Gillioz Theatre leaders focus on the theater’s next chapter after centennial celebration

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 12:28 PM CST
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By Jazlyn Summers
Springfield Changemakers airs on KY3 Streaming every Monday at 8:30 p.m.

Sports

Republic vs. Neosho

Ozarks Sports Zone Digital Extra: See preview of district football matchups; state volleyball updates

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 11:48 AM CST
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By KY3 Staff
What a busy time for high school sports.

Local

As temperatures go down, 911 operations, the office of emergency management and nonprofit...

Laclede County agencies share resource list for cold weather and the holidays

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 11:43 AM CST
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By Emma McDaris
As temperatures go down, 911 operations, the office of emergency management and nonprofit organizations in Laclede County have banded together to create a resource pool to help as many people as they can this holiday season.

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KY3 Digital Extra: Missouri expands dental care access for adults on Medicaid

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 11:17 AM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Missouri has added limited dental coverage for adults on Medicaid and increased reimbursement rates for dentists, improving access to oral health care.

Ozarks Life

Monument 250's dedication ceremony is on Saturday, November 7 at 2 p.m. on the square in Bolivar.

Ozarks Life: Veterans’ Monument wraps up five year journey for Bolivar teenager

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 8:10 AM CST
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By Chad Plein
There’s a dedication ceremony for Monument 250 on Saturday, November 7. It’s at 2 p.m. on the square in Bolivar.

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1 killed, 1 seriously hurt in head-on crash on Highway 72 in Dent County

Updated: Nov. 6, 2026 at 3:53 AM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Head-on crash on Highway 72 north of Salem leaves one dead, one hurt

Local

Rountree residents are worried that SPS's Facility Master Plan could mean their 109-year-old...

SPS Facility Master Plan could bring school consolidations, Rountree residents rally to keep their elementary school

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 9:57 PM CST
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By Connor Trett
Rountree residents are worried that SPS's Facility Master Plan could mean their 109-year-old elementary school could be on the chopping block.

Sports

Former Chiefs long snapper Kendall Gammon has been named the franchise’s nominee for the 2026...

Former Chiefs long snapper nominated for NFL Salute to Service Award

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 9:50 PM CST
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By Marleah Campbell
Former Chiefs long snapper Kendall Gammon has been named the franchise’s nominee for the 2026 NFL Salute to Service Award presented by USAA.

Local

The Wilson family

Springfield family waits overseas for more than a year to bring adopted son home

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 6:19 PM CST
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By Frances Watson
The Wilsons say they have spent more than a year in Nigeria waiting for immigration paperwork for their son, Oli.

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Licking community remembers 15-year-old Penelope Huff

Licking, Mo., community remembers 15-year-old Penelope Huff

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 6:15 PM CST
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By Ashley Berry
The Licking community is remembering 15-year-old Penelope Huff, who died Sunday evening when the truck she was riding in overturned in Dent County.

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KY3 First Alert Weather Tour stops in Fair Play, Mo.

KY3 First Alert Weather Tour stops in Fair Play, Mo.

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:59 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
On Thursday, the KY3 First Alert Weather Tour stopped in Fair Play.

Sports

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Route 66 Stadium in Springfield undergoes first full field replacement in 23-year history

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:38 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Following a milestone year marked by a stadium renaming, a team rebranding, and novel community events, Route 66 Stadium is receiving its first complete playing surface overhaul in more than two decades.

Local

The festivities launched with the annual Kickoff Show at the Americana Theatre, offering free...

Branson begins annual Veterans Homecoming Week with ceremonies, memorial exhibits

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:37 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Branson’s annual Veterans Homecoming Week kicked off Thursday, opening a multi-day series of commemorative ceremonies, live entertainment, and veteran appreciation gatherings leading up to Veterans Day.

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Missouri veterans can now get free legal help through the DEFENDERS program, a partnership...

Missouri attorney general, Mizzou Law partner to offer free legal help to veterans

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:32 PM CST
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By Hannah Falcon (KY3)
Missouri’s veterans can now find legal help without spending a dime.

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Renovations underway at vacant downtown Springfield hotel site, promising boost for tourism

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:18 PM CST
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By Ciara Folkerts
A long-vacant building in downtown Springfield off East St. Louis Street is getting a second chance as crews begin renovations to convert the property into a Country Inn & Suites.

Local

Lions at the Dickerson Park Zoo celebrate their 2nd birthday.

Dickerson Park Zoo celebrates 2nd birthday for newly arrived lion siblings Taraj and Asali

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 5:07 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Visitors packed the newly renovated lion habitat at Dickerson Park Zoo on Thursday morning to celebrate a major milestone: the second birthday of African lion siblings Taraj and Asali.

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The town of McCaysville was hit with heavy rainfall and flooding overnight.

Convoy of Hope deploys flood relief supplies to Georgia, Tennessee amid record disaster response year

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 4:35 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
As emergency crews carry out water rescues following catastrophic flooding across the Southeast, disaster relief teams based in the Ozarks are mobilizing to deliver critical relief supplies.

Local

Garth Brooks speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for the Tennessee Titans new NFL football...

What Garth Brooks fans need to know before weekend concerts at T-Mobile Center

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 4:15 PM CST
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By Heidi Schmidt
Garth Brooks will play two concerts at T-Mobile, instead of the originally planned three. Brooks canceled a matinee after bots bought most of the tickets.

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PHOTO: Skin rash seen after a measles contamination. Freepik

Confirmed measles case reported in Christian County, Mo., linked to out-of-county exposure

Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 at 3:46 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Christian County resident who contracted the highly contagious viral illness after being exposed in another Missouri county, the Christian County Health Department announced.
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