Greene County Commissioner, Springfield Mayor Issue Joint Statement After Anti-Semitic Fliers Found On Doors
Leaders for the City of Springfield and the Greene County Commission have issued a statement condemning anti-Semitic messages on fliers found in central Springfield on Christmas Day. Those flyers were found on people’s doors, alluding to a
Health Officials Confirm First Case Of Omicron Variant In Greene County
The Springfield-Greene County Health Department has confirmed the case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. Health officials say the variant has been present in Greene County since at least the middle of this month when a sample taken on December 17
Winter Weather Possible This Weekend
Dress warm this weekend. We could see some winter weather. Highs will be in the upper 20s on Saturday, and the National Weather Service says we could get some light wintry precipitation. It’s not expected to have
Health Department Releases Tool To Understand New COVID Rules
The Springfield-Greene County Health Department has released a new online tool to explain the CDC’s updated isolation and quarantine guidance on COVID-19. You can find an explanation below. The health department is offering free vaccines, booster shots
Fugitive Doctor Arrested In Harrison
A doctor wanted for child sex crimes has been arrested in Harrison, Arkansas. Dr. David Smock from Stockton had been on the run after an investigation into his involvement with the Christian-based Agape Boarding School. A special
DWI Charges In Deadly Springfield Crash
Charges have been filed against a man from Honduras after a deadly crash at Glenstone and Portland in Springfield. Police say 22-year-old Jarol Leiva-Navarro is charged with DWI and driving without a valid license. Police say he
Omicron Variant Found In Wastewater In Ozarks
The Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been found in wastewater in Springfield, Nixa, Branson, and Joplin. It was also found in Kansas City, St. Louis and West Plains. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services says
Health Officials Urge You To Get Tested After Holidays
Health officials are urging people to get tested for COVID-19 after the holidays. The Springfield-Greene County Health Department says people can schedule their test by going online. Testing is being offered in the old Toys R Us
Critical Injuries For Man Shot In Downtown Springfield
Police say a man is in critical but stable condition after a shooting in downtown Springfield. It happened Monday night around 10:30 p.m. KY3 reports police were called to a parking garage west of Park Central Square
Vacant Home In Springfield Catches Fire
A vacant home in Springfield caught fire Monday afternoon. Firefighters responded to the home near Lynn and LaFontaine. Authorities say no one was injured after the fire damaged the second story of the house. KY3 is reporting