School Closings For Monday, December 14, 2020
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Dusting Of Snow Possible Tuesday
There’s another chance for snow on Tuesday, but very little accumulation is expected. The National Weather Service says anything that does fall will only amount to a dusting. Temperatures will start to warm up later this week.
Willard Fire Department Forced to Cover More With Fewer Men
Firefighters in Willard are facing increased pressure from COVID-19 pandemic. Fire Chief Ken Scott says most firefighters are volunteers and have stayed home out of fear of COVID-19. Around 2/3rds of the normal crew are gone. Call
MODOT Traveler Information Map: Southern Missouri Roads Covered, Caution Advised
Highway 160 and Highway 65 are partly covered in snow, according to the MODOT Traveler Information Map. Both major highways are “partly covered” according to map designations. Highway 285 and Highway 39 are designated as “covered” on
Greene County Deputy in “Good Spirits” After Being Hit by Fleeing Suspect Vehicle
Lieutenant Steve Westbrook, a veteran deputy of the Greene County Sheriff’s Office hit by a fleeing suspect vehicle on Friday, joined the Sheriff on Facebook Saturday to say he is feeling a lot better. Westbrook said he
Charley Pride, Famous Country Music Star, Dies at Age 86
NEW YORK (AP) — Charley Pride, one of country music’s first Black superstar whose rich baritone on such hits as “Kiss an Angel Good Morning” helped sell millions of records and made him the first Black member
First Snow of the Winter for Springfield: A Look At Winter Weather on Sunday
Winter weather will make its debut for many in the Ozarks on Sunday as the National Weather Service predicts snowfall throughout most of the day. The temperatures will remain too warm to keep that snow pristine, with
Man From Springfield Dead After Crash in Polk County
A man from Springfield is dead after a crash 12 miles north of Halfway in Polk County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says Victor McCarty drove off the right side of the road on Highway HH and
Elk Hunting Begins Again in Missouri For the First Time in Over a Century
Missouri’s first Elk Hunting Season begins today for the first time ever. This season will run from December 12-20, and will be firearm exclusive. An archery season is scheduled for October 17-25. Only five permit holders will
Skull Found Near Missouri River Boat Ramp in St. Louis Area
BERKELEY, Mo. (AP) — Authorities say a possible human skull has been found near a boat ramp on the Missouri River in the St. Louis area. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that two men made the discovery
