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Weather

Early morning rain/snow Sunday before mild air returns

FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Mainly rain chances tonight & Sunday to end the weekend

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Nick Kelly
Cold start to the week before we trend milder

Local

Lawrence County 4-H Club to lay wreaths to honor our veterans

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
The Lawrence County 4-H Club wants to honor our veterans.

Sports

Courtesy: Ozarks Sports Zone

High School Footballs: See scores from semifinal games across the Ozarks

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By KY3 Staff
Several schools in the Ozarks will compete on Saturday in the semifinals for a shot at a state high school football championship next week.

On Your Side

FILE - The logo of Honda Motor Co., is seen in Yokohama, near Tokyo on Dec. 15, 2021.

Honda recalls select Accords and HR-Vs over missing piece in seat belt pretensioners

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Honda is recalling select 2023-2024 Accord and HR-V vehicles due to a missing piece in the front seat belt pretensioners, which could increase injury risks during a crash.

Local

Small businesses around the Ozarks plan to celebrate Small Business Saturday

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Savannah Harrison
Local businesses here in the Ozarks are planning to celebrate Small Business Saturday this weekend.

Local

Springfield police look for evidence at a Springfield apartment building after a woman is shot.

Springfield police say woman hospitalized after shooting

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 10:54 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Springfield police investigating a Friday night shooting.

Local

Boy Scouts Christmas tree stand

Battlefield Mall parking lot turns green thanks to Christmas tree stand by the Boy Scouts

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 9:35 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The Boy Scouts are officially selling fresh Christmas trees in the parking lot at Battlefield Mall.

Local

19K raised for family in Bolivar, Mo. who lost everything in house fire

Around 19K raised for family in Bolivar, Mo. who lost nearly everything in house fire

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 9:17 PM CST
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By Lauren Schwentker
A paramedic’s family in Bolivar is now counting their blessings after a fire in the early morning hours on Wednesday left their home in shambles.

Sports

Missouri wins 2023 Battle Line Rivalry game against Arkansas.

Cody Schrader runs for 217 yards and a TD, No. 9 Missouri beats Arkansas

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 6:49 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Missouri has won eight of 10 meetings in the Battle Line Rivalry since the schools began playing each other every season in 2014.

Local

FBI says Missouri among Top 10 states for porch pirate thieves.

Springfield, Mo. delivery services work hard to protect holiday packages

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 5:50 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
If you need somewhere to keep your packages while traveling for the holidays, UPS can help keep them safe and away from local porch pirates.
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Local

Donor gives second-record-breaking $10 million gift to Evangel University

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 5:19 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff and Joe Hickman
The donation is set up as a matching gift and will be used to support several presidential initiatives, including the completion of the much-anticipated Valor Center.

Local

One man has died and another is recovering after a shooting in Camdenton on Thanksgiving day

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 4:44 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff and Marina Silva
The shooting happened on Thanksgiving night.

Local

Springfield businesses navigate Black Friday sales with unique approaches

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 3:38 PM CST
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By Elizabeth VanMetre
“We just don’t have big-box money. So, we can’t buy in huge bulk or offer heavy discounts like the major retailers.”

News

Missouri man charged with arson, threatening to burn Buckner Police Department

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 1:40 PM CST
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By Heidi Schmidt
A Buckner man is charged with arson, burglary and threatening to burn down the Buckner Police Department.

Local

KY3 Digital Extra: KY3 Digital Extra: Missouri’s marijuana recall & quarantine

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 1:04 PM CST
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By Steve Grant
KY3′s Steve Grant discusses what’s at stake for growers with Springfield Daily Citizen’s Ryan Collins

Local

Missouri governor granting pardons at pace not seen since WWII era

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 12:19 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is granting pardons at a pace not seen since the World War II era. Parson has granted more than 600 pardons in the past three years, which is more than any Missouri governor since the early 1940s.

Sports

Chiefs head into Raiders game hoping offense catches up to their defense

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 12:12 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The Chiefs have been shut out in the second half of their last three games and scored 53 points total after the break this season, both of those the worst in the league.

Ozarks Life

Ozarks Life: Bolivar girl is thriving and thankful for the kindness of strangers

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 10:42 AM CST
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By Chad Plein
This past spring, we introduced you to a young girl named Moxie Garrison. The bubbly Bolivar girl was born with Marfan Syndrome.

Sports

Ozarks Sports Zone Digital Extra: Several area teams preparing for Saturday’s high school football semis

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 9:59 AM CST
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By KY3 Staff
KY3's Chad Plein looks at Saturday's high school football playoff games and introduces us to the Ozone Athlete of the Week.

Sports

No. 10 Missouri seeks continued dominance over Arkansas

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 9:53 AM CST
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By The Associated Press
Missouri has won seven of the nine meetings for the Battle Line Trophy since the schools have played as permanent rivals.

On Your Side

On Your Side: Should you sign up for store credit card to save?

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 9:35 AM CST
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By Ashley Reynolds
On Your Side’s Ashley Reynolds explains the financial pros and cons of opening up a store credit card.

Local

Springfield Police Department warning drivers to be aware during Black Friday

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 8:57 AM CST
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By Savannah Harrison
Black Friday is here and more people are expected to be on the roads during the shopping holiday, and Springfield Police Department wants to remind people to be alert on the roads.

News

What time do stores open on Black Friday?

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 4:12 AM CST
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By Anna Johnson
Here is a list of Black Friday store hours in the Ozarks

News

CATCH-A-CROOK: Bicyclist uses stolen debit card at Springfield gas stations

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 10:07 PM CST
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By Maria Neider
Investigators say the man is suspected in two car break-ins in a western Greene County neighborhood.

Local

Free Produce Community Fridge opens in Springfield, Mo.

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 8:29 PM CST
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By Lauren Schwentker
Fresh produce is free to anyone who needs it in Springfield, thanks to a partnership between several groups in the Ozarks.

News

David Jones scores career-high 36 and Memphis beats No. 20 Arkansas in the Battle 4 Atlantis

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 7:55 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Arkansas (4-2) faces No. 14 North Carolina for third place.

News

Fort Leonard Wood soldiers celebrate Thanksgiving as a family

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 6:24 PM CST
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By Marina Silva
For many soldiers at Fort Leonard Wood, this is their first holiday away from home.

News

Springfield Salvation Army’s Thanksgiving lunch is made possible by army of volunteers

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 5:31 PM CST
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By Joe Hickman
The Salvation Army hosted its annual Thanksgiving luncheon thanks to an army of volunteers who helped.

News

On Your Side: Know this about Black Friday TV sales

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 4:32 PM CST
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By Ashley Reynolds
Pay attention to the model number and understand what you buy.

Local

Springfield restaurant served up Thanksgiving meals to those in need

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 4:17 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The Vault Bar and Grill in downtown Springfield served up Thanksgiving meals to those in need.

Sports

No. 10 Missouri seeks 10-win season in matchup with Arkansas for Battle Line Trophy

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 2:57 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
The game is the final one for both schools in the SEC’s divisional format. This series has been preserved, even with Texas and Oklahoma joining the SEC next year.

Local

VIDEO/PICTURES: Thousands participate in the Turkey Trot in downtown Springfield

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 11:39 AM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Thousands of runners and walkers laced up their shoes for the 29th annual Turkey Trot in downtown Springfield on Thanksgiving morning.

Local

Fire damages motel in Warsaw, Mo.

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 10:31 AM CST
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By KY3 Staff
Firefighters responded to the fire Wednesday evening at the Rivers End Motel.

Local

For first responders in the Ozarks, the holiday is like any other day

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 10:14 AM CST
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By Christopher Bryant
For some, Thanksgiving is just another day on the job, answering the call to respond when needed.

On Your Side

Turkey gravy recalled because of mislabeling

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 8:13 AM CST
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By CNN Newsource Staff
A turkey gravy has been recalled.

News

Springfield celebrates the 29th annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day

Updated: Nov. 23, 2023 at 4:00 AM CST
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By Reagan Di Trolio
The 29th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk is happening Thursday in downtown Springfield.

Local

Study: Arkansas, Missouri among safest states for cycling

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 11:09 PM CST
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By K8 Newsdesk
New data shows that Arkansas and Missouri are considered safe states for cyclists.

Athlete Of The Week

Athlete of the Week: Republic football’s Wyatt Woods

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 10:48 PM CST
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By Chris Neyenhouse
The Republic Tigers host the Webb City Cardinals on Saturday in the state semifinals.

Sports

Mark carries No. 20 Arkansas to double-overtime victory over Stanford in Battle 4 Atlantis

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 10:42 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
With the win, Arkansas (4-1) advances to play Memphis in a semifinal Thursday.

Sports

Sean East scores 21, leads Missouri’s second-half rally to beat South Carolina State

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 10:33 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
Missouri, which lost 73-72 to Jackson State on Sunday, got off to a slow start against South Carolina State.

News

Fact Finders: How does Missouri pay for sound walls?

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 9:55 PM CST
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By Paul Adler
The expansion of the James River Freeway between Kansas Expressway and National should be done one year from now. Part of the 21-million-dollar project includes sound-reducing walls. So, our viewer Jerry wants to know, Does Road tax money pay for the sound barrier walls?

Local

Arkansas National Guard troops to deploy days after Thanksgiving

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 9:06 PM CST
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By K8 Newsdesk
Members of the Arkansas National Guard will be deploying overseas after spending Thanksgiving with their families.

Local

Where the buffalo roam: the streets around Pleasant Hope after escaping from a farm

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 8:50 PM CST
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By Joe Hickman
A herd of bison who had just arrived at a farm in Pleasant Hope decided to go on the lam.

Local

WATCH: Bears at the Springfield Dickerson Park Zoo feast on Thanksgiving meal

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 5:19 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
It was a ‘beary’ delicious Thanksgiving meal for the bears at Springfield’s Dickerson Park Zoo.

Local

U.S. Missouri Senator Hawley calls for end to U.S. aid to Ukraine

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 5:13 PM CST
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By Joe McLean (KY3)
Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley said the United States should cease sending aid to Ukraine nearly two years after Russia invaded the country.

News

Camden County Sheriffs Office shares tips to get along with family during holidays

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 4:51 PM CST
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By Marina Silva
As families gather for the holidays, it is a time when conflict can arise.

Local

Southwest Missouri Humane Society offers a Black Friday special for specific dogs and cats

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 4:47 PM CST
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By KY3 Staff
The Southwest Missouri Humane Society offers a big deal for Black Friday shoppers.

Local

Springfield-Branson National Airport prepared for busy holiday stretch

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 4:46 PM CST
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By Christopher Bryant
AAA estimates around 5 million people will fly over the long holiday weekend.

News

Lake of the Ozarks domestic violence survivor shares experience

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 4:44 PM CST
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By Marina Silva
As you gather for the holidays, it’s a good time to look for key signs that your loved ones are doing okay.

News

On Your Side: Simple ways to stay safe in crowded stores and parking lots

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 3:56 PM CST
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By Ashley Reynolds
Self-defense experts want to remind you to be on guard.
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