Pineapple Whip Open For Whip Solstice
The Pineapple Whip stand in Springfield is open for its 8th annual Whip Solstice. The South Campbell location just north of Krispy Kreme includes a drive-thru. Press Release Springfield’s own Pineapple Whip is pleased to announce the
Winter Storm Could Bring Snow, Ice To Ozarks
Another winter storm is headed right for the Ozarks. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Tuesday night through Thursday night. The National Weather Service says some places could get more than six inches of snow,
Nearly 200 COVID-19 Patients Across All CoxHealth Hospitals in Southwestern Missouri
In record-setting month for admissions, CoxHealth reports that it is currently treating 197 COVID-19 patients. The previous record was set in the summer of 2021, at 187 during the peak of the Delta variant of the virus.
Former Deputy Accused of Stealing Prescription Drugs
HILLSBORO, Mo. (AP) — A former deputy in suburban St. Louis is accused of using his position to steal prescription drugs. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department said Friday that its former deputy, 35-year-old Michael Filsinger of Arnold,
Man Dead After Officer-Involved Shooting In Springfield
Springfield Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting where a woman and her children were being held inside an apartment by a man with a gun. Police say it happened Friday night in the 1000-block of East McDaniel.
Texas Fast Food Chain Whataburger Considers Two Springfield Locations
After announcing one Whataburger restaurant in Republic and submitting a building permit in Ozark, the Texas chain is considering two Springfield locations. The City of Springfield is aware of two locations that are under consideration: 3880 West
Homicide Victim Found In Shannon County
An autopsy shows the woman whose remains were found along Highway 60 near Winona was the victim of a homicide. The woman was found on January 12. The Highway Patrol says the woman was about 55-years-old with
Springfield School Board Says No To Mask Mandate
The Springfield School Board has voted against a temporary mask mandate. The superintendent made the request after a surge in COVID cases forced the district to go to virtual learning. The board voted against the request by
YouTube Removes Billy Long’s U.S. Senate Ad
YouTube has removed a campaign ad from Southwest Missouri Congressman Billy Long. Long is running for the U.S. Senate seat held by Roy Blunt, who is not seeking re-election. Long’s campaign ad said that the election was
Pickup Hits Springfield Police Car During Chase
Two people are in custody after an hour long chase in Springfield that ended with a stolen pickup hitting a police car. Officers saw the stolen pickup around midnight near Chestnut and National. It eventually hit some
