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Two injured in crash west of Battlefield
Two people are injured after a crash today in Greene County, the Missouri Highway Patrol said.
In at least two cases, the Greene County Sheriff's Department has investigated improvised explosive devices discovered during the weekend holiday.
Get Golf Ready program curbs intimidation
To many, a leisurely, 18-hole stroll on a nice summer day may not seem like an imposing prospect.
Man could get 7 years for tampering
Ray D. Wolfe was facing a speeding charge and wanted a jury trial. So much so that he sent letters to two Springfield municipal judges in 2007, calling them communists and making vague references to settling the matter 'with blood.' Wolfe, 45, of Aurora wound up pleading to a reduced speeding infraction but finally got his jury trial on Tuesday -- ...
Most area Independence Day celebrations are Saturday
Here are some of the scheduled Independence Day celebrations in the Ozarks. If you know of others, please post the information in the comment section below the story.
Close-to-home vacation options abundant in the Ozarks
For school-age kids, summertime is synonymous with vacation, but how can a family afford to take a summer vacation with gas prices sneaking upward and job security on the slide? A trip to Disney World may be more of a fantasy than a reality for most families, but there is still a way for Christian County families to have fun this summer without ...
Robert P. Cook, 63, of Phillipsburg, died Wednesday, June 24, 2009, in his home.
Audit Finds Greene County Towns Not Open About Public Records
COLUMBIA, Mo. Is there anything more basic than a citizen asking government about the expenditure of taxpayer money? In an audit of eight Greene County municipalities, the Missouri Sunshine Coalition found that it was not always easy to obtain a copy of the local budget.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for east Springfield, Strafford
A severe thunderstorm that has developed over eastern Springfield will pose a damaging wind threat to parts of Springfield, Battlefield, Galloway, Strafford and Turners until 3:45 p.m. The storm located eight miles southwest of Strafford is moving southeast at 10 miles per hour.
Two injured in Battlefield crash
Two people were injured Wednesday after a crash in Greene County. Springfield resident Lisa Lyons, 51, and Battlefield resident Anna Algeo, 26, both sustained moderate injuries.
Farmers market in Battlefield finds Friday niche
After sprouting this spring, the Wilson's Creek Farmer's Market is starting to bloom.
Police investigate hold up at Kum & Go on West Battlefield
Springfield Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Kum & Go at 4020 W. Battlefield Rd.
Downtown Springfield promotes dinner and movie deal
Maria's Mexican Restaurant is one of 16 participating in the downtown dinner and movie promotion and one of the few businesses where the recession seems to help.
Music jamboree at battlefield's Ray House Saturday
The Wilson's Creek National Battlefield Foundation will host a music jamboree at Wilson's Creek Battlefield from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Ray House.
Akin's Natural Foods to celebrate anniversay with store event
Akin's Natural Foods Market, one of Missouri's largest natural foods stores, will celebrate its 74th anniversary June 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The celebration will be held at the Springfield location, 1344 E. Battlefield.
Public comment period for transportation improvements lasts until June 18
There will be a public comment period for the proposed amendments to the 2009-2012 Transportation Improvement Program , a news release from the Ozarks Transportation Organization said.
Study Middle School teacher and coach Ricky Simms Jr., 35, was found dead Sunday at a residence in Battlefield, according to a report from the Greene County Sheriff's Office.
Battlefield fights sinkhole growth
Battlefield -- Work crews were busy Monday trying to patch up a sinkhole before it became large enough to threaten a Battlefield sewer lift station.
Park Central Square to host newest farmers market
Starting June 5 and through October, shoppers can expect to see familiar faces from the Greater Springfield Farmers Market every Friday evening on the downtown square.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield's Arts in the Park 2009 concert series begins at 7 tonight on the lawn of the visitor's center at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield, Greene County ZZ and Farm Road 192.
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