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Monster Hunter Wilds offers more customization than ever — by taking one key option away
( Medium ) Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest RPG attempting to claim the title of most detailed character creator in the ongoing...
A Joplin Covid ICU Nurse Mentally Prepares Herself for Daily Grind
(KSMU) - Data from the Kaiser Family Foundation show that a staggering 55% of frontline health care workers are reporting burnout—or...
MSU responds to George Floyd death reenactment video
(The Standard) - “I can’t breathe.” This statement has gained a new meaning since Minneapolis man George Floyd said the words while under...
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Mattress recycling in Springfield is much easier than you think. Here's why this matters:
( Recycle 417 ) - Mattresses are one of the most problematic forms of waste to deal with, for both consumers and sanitation workers. They’re bulky, they’re dense, they’re expensive… they’re difficult. It is often illegal to leave mattresses on the curb, thrift stores don't want them, yet Americans still throw out approximately 18 million mattresses every year, according to the Mattress Recycling Council. So what do you do with your old mattress? For Springfield area residents
Aug 19, 2025
Monster Hunter Wilds offers more customization than ever — by taking one key option away
( Medium ) Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest RPG attempting to claim the title of most detailed character creator in the ongoing...
Feb 21, 2025
Cassville School District returning “corporal punishment” for students
CASSVILLE, Mo. – An old-school discipline method is making its way back to school in one local school district. We have learned that the...
Aug 22, 2022
Keeping yourself and kids safe at the school crossing
BOLIVAR, Mo. (KOLR)– With a new school year on the horizon, the Bolivar Police Department is reminding the public how important it is to...
Aug 16, 2022
New fountain at Springfield Botanical Gardens dedicated to memory of generous MSU professor
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.(KOLR)– Park-goers in Springfield can look forward to a new fountain at the Botanical Gardens, dedicated to a former MSU...
Aug 12, 2022
Greene County’s new pet employee hopes to snuggle up and help
GREENE COUNTY, Mo. (KOLR)– The Greene County Juvenile Office has brought aboard a new four-legged employee. Duo Dog Derby is a...
Aug 4, 2022
Last day for an absentee ballot is approaching— what you should know
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KOLR)– The last day to request an absentee ballot is just two days away. This Wednesday, July 20, is the deadline to...
Jul 18, 2022
Traffic stop leads to arrest of suspected burglars two hours after the burglary
DALLAS COUNTY, Mo. (KOLR) – During a 2 a.m. traffic stop on Highway 215, Dallas County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested two suspects...
Oct 24, 2021
A Joplin Covid ICU Nurse Mentally Prepares Herself for Daily Grind
(KSMU) - Data from the Kaiser Family Foundation show that a staggering 55% of frontline health care workers are reporting burnout—or...
Jul 28, 2021
Half Of COVID Patients In Mercy Springfield’s ICU Are Younger Than 40
(KSMU) - A Mercy Hospital administrator in Springfield says as of Sunday, June 20, half of the hospital's COVID positive patients in the...
Jun 22, 2021
In Greene County, Approximately 7.4 Percent Of New COVID-19 Cases Are Fully Vaccinated Residents
(KSMU) - 7.4 percent of the positive COVID-19 cases Greene County health officials tracked in May reported being vaccinated against the...
Jun 16, 2021
Branson litter clean-up sees 25 attendees despite flooding, rain
(KOLR10) - This Saturday marked the first of three volunteer litter cleanup events organized by Alderwoman Julia King, with about 25...
Mar 13, 2021
MSU responds to George Floyd death reenactment video
(The Standard) - “I can’t breathe.” This statement has gained a new meaning since Minneapolis man George Floyd said the words while under...
Jun 8, 2020
Springfield police investigate suspicious death
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.– Springfield police are investigating a death in west Springfield. To read the full article, click here.
May 6, 2020
Dred Scott inducted into MSU Public Affairs Hall of Fame
(The Standard) - Every year, Missouri Public Affairs inducts new members to their Hall of Fame. This year they will be inducting an...
May 6, 2020
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