Around the Ozarks News and Wake Up Weather
Start your morning with Around The Ozarks! Listen to Around The Ozarks News and Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather every weekday morning for a great way to start the day. Around The Ozark News is a weekday update from Ethan and Sara Forhetz. Ethan and Sara share what hyper-local events and non-profit opportunities are coming up Around The Ozarks, as well as keep you up to date with local weather, local groups making a difference, and share heartwarming stories about upstanding people who live Around the Ozarks. Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather is a weekday weather podcast from meteorologist Abby Dyer. Abby will share the daily forecast every weekday morning at 5 a.m. Wake Up Weather is for anyone, from a weather enthusiast to someone who wants a quick forecast while getting ready for work. Also, every weekday after the forecast, Abby will have a trivia question called the Brain Twister!
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CU Closes Access on Lake Springfield | Friday, September 4th, 2026
Friday, September 4, 2026
Federal charges after a local political candidate plans to "plant" drugs on his opponent. Another flock camera story, this time involving misuse by a police officer. CU closes access on Lake Springfield. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid today with heat index values near 105 and heat advisories through Saturday. Abby is here with your holiday weekend forecast...
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Disaster Money Coming to a Few MO Counties | Thursday, September 3rd, 2026
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Two little boys escape daycare. Local detectives confiscate more than 4 POUNDS of meth! Disaster money coming to a few MO counties. And the air show that will be amazing. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid again in the Ozarks with highs in the 90s and heat advisories in place through Saturday. Abby is here to let you know if there is any hope for rain. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicin...
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Thirty Local Neighborhoods Getting Boost | Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
New life in the old Houlihans? Trump sounds off on data centers. Thirty local neighborhoods getting boost! And heat wave continues. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Another hot one! Abby is here with your Labor Day weekend forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Wings of Pride Air Show Tickets Going Fast | Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
More details in that Parkview HS stabbing. Flock camera destroyer captured. Wings of Pride Air Show tickets going fast! And a chance to see a Dolly classic this week! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid this week with heat advisories through Friday! Abby is here to go over the hot forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet! See omny...
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Stabbing at Local High School | Monday, August 31st, 2026
Monday, August 31, 2026
Data Center debates continues. When and where to find out more info on impact. New locally-owned chicken restaurant doing mad business! Stabbing at local high school lands kid in juvi. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Heat advisory to start the week! Highs near 99 today with temperatures even worse for the rest of the week. Abby is here with the hot headlines. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine...
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Flock Cameras Under Fire | Friday, August 28th, 2026
Friday, August 28, 2026
What appears to be two random sexual assaults in Springfield area. Plus, flock cameras under fire, and a cop under fire too! And a restaurant closing elsewhere says Springfield will KEEP its locations. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid conditions return this weekend! Abby is here with the full weekend breakdown. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaug...
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MO Deputy AG Found Alive | Thursday, August 27th, 2026
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Hundreds of pounds of drugs off the streets in one Ozarks town. SPD writing more warnings than tickets! One choice, so far, for GC Sheriff. And a MO deputy AG found alive after 6 days MIA. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Sunny and hot today with high temperatures near 90 degrees! Abby is here with a preview of the weekend forecast! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor ...
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City Council makes major change to Human Rights Commission | Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
City Council makes major change to Human Rights Commission. SPS back to school, new buildings, new year, and more enforcement to come. Sierra Trading Post eyes an Ozarks store. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Showers and thunderstorms will dot the radar today. Abby is here to talk about where strong storms could develop. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Gruba...
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Cold case needs new leads | Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Long delayed outlet mall in Osage Beach getting new life. St. George's Donuts expands again. Cold case needs new leads, who police want to hear from. And back to school across the Ozarks! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Sunny and hot across the Ozarks today with highs in the low 90s and heat index values near 100. Abby is here to detail the next best chance for rain! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medi...
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An internationally "wanted" drug cartel leader arrested in the Ozarks | Monday, August 24th, 2026
Monday, August 24, 2026
An internationally "wanted" drug cartel leader arrested in the Ozarks! Willard says no more flock cameras after public pushback. MO Supreme Court will weigh-in on two ballot measures. And Chiefs football/college football outlook. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Scattered showers and storms with morning with some localized flooding possible! Be safe and grab an umbrella! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family ...
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MSU chooses season quarterback | Friday, August 21st, 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
How is Springfield's economy? Experts weigh in. MSU chooses season quarterback! Willard housing development in the news again. And MO's November ballot in question, Supreme Court will have to weigh in. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Dry today, but some rain chances return tomorrow! Abby is here with the full weekend breakdown. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubau...
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Cleaning up the city's committees | Thursday, August 20th, 2026
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Cleaning up the city's committees. MSU looks to expand athletic facilities. Arris' Pizza mourns big loss. And Chiefs fans are second place. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Dry today with a big range in temps! Abby is here to detail the forecast for the rest of the week. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, and Godfather's Pizza! See omnystudio.com/li...
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Ozark looking at big, new police headquarters | Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Springfield mom and dad in trouble, while infant life-flighted to STL. Flock cams vandalized in Ash Grove. Ozark looking at big, new police headquarters. And Nixa schools getting very good grades. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! More storms are in the forecast this evening and tonight and some could be severe! Abby has the latest on the threats. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog ...
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MO child welfare system struggling | Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
MO child welfare system struggling to keep up. Nixa rescues two stranded on James River. New campaign designed to deter cash from going directly to panhandlers. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot again in the Ozarks today! Abby is here with details on storm chances that return tonight. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, and Godfather's Pizza! See...
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SDC unveils new coaster | Monday, August 17th, 2026
Monday, August 17, 2026
Forsyth police figure out who ran car into fire station. Flock cameras in Bolivar now part of national discussion. Massive mansion hits auction block. And SDC unveils new coaster! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! The heat will back off a bit today with highs expected near 90 degrees. Abby is here to talk about the next chance for strong storms. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Ca...
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MSU announces new Hall of Fame inductees | Friday, August 14th, 2026
Friday, August 14, 2026
Move-in weekend at MSU. Plus, MSU announces new Hall of Fame inductees. Joplin man in trouble for random attacks on several people. And weekend movies from the wave pool. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Extreme temperatures are in the forecast this weekend. Abby is here with the scorching details. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, and Godfather'...
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Pro soccer considering coming to SGF | Thursday, August 13th, 2026
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Pro soccer seriously considering coming to Springfield. Bolivar says "no" to flock cameras, after saying "yes." Nixa joins other MO agencies to join federal immigration enforcement program. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid in the Ozarks with highs near 99 and a heat index value of 107! Abby is here to let you know who is now under an extreme heat warning. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Me...
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MSU gets new accreditation status | Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Four city charter amendments to be voted on in Nov. Joplin women steal from Buc-ees! MSU gets new accreditation status. And millions to be made on archery and target shooting this weekend. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Heat advisories and excessive heat warnings are now extended through Friday! Abby is in with all the steamy details on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family ...
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Nixa woman in trouble for child and animal abuse | Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Nixa woman in trouble for child and animal abuse. Convoy of Hope heads up another mass natural disaster. Lake Ozark curfew? And another Table Rock mansion for sale. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Another scorcher today with highs in the middle 90s! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, and Godfather's Pizza!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
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Sheriff Arnott soon to be US Marshal Arnott | Monday, August 10th, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
A 46-year-long rap sheep for a Springfield man. Sheriff Arnott soon to be US Marshal Arnott. Four cool sculptures possibly coming to round-a-bouts. And MO State Football lookin' good! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid this week with heat advisories and extreme heat warnings! Abby is here to detail the steamy forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grub...
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Several Weekend Events | Friday August 7th, 2026
Friday, August 7, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Buffalo police looking for car vandals. National stomach bug outbreak hits the Ozarks. Nixa voters say "yes" to tax to help fire stations. And several weekend events you won't want to miss! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Showers and thunderstorms are possible in the forecast again! Abby is here with the full weekend forecast. Than...
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Springfield Murderer Sentenced to Life | Thursday August 6th, 2026
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - life sentences without parole after a Springfield murder. How much higher the turnout was for this August election. MSU football gearing up! And free Cards tckets?! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Scattered showers and thunderstorms are still in the forecast today! Abby is here to let you know when triple digit heat could return. Th...
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Election Results Are In | Wednesday August 5th, 2026
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Voters have their say on two big state amendments. Firefighters offer free Naloxone, and it goes at alarming rates. SPS getting ready to break ground. And tax free holiday upcoming! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Showers and thunderstorms could return this afternoon. Abby is here to break down the severe weather threat. Thanks to o...
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Cold Case Arrest After 38 Years | Tuesday August 4th, 2026
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - a cold case arrest after 38 years! Election Day is here! Central OUT with football team. And the number of drownings up dramatically. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - A gradual warming trend is occurring this week! Abby is here with a look at when rain and storms return. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole H...
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Evangel Seeking New President | Monday August 3rd, 2026
Monday, August 3, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Evangel begins nationwide search for new president. MSU adds tough team to face off against. Forsyth police ask for help in finding man who rammed into a fire station. And what's next for Central High School football? That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Patchy fog is possible for the morning drive! Abby is here to detail the workweek...
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Mexican Villa Celebrates 75 Years in the Ozarks | Friday July 31st, 2026
Friday, July 31, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - why teens are making social media accounts private. Two established businesses making big moves. And a Springfield fave restaurant celebrates huge milestone! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Warm weather today with strong storms this afternoon! Abby is here with the full weekend forecast which includes a big cool-down! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, ...
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Two Local Radio Companies to Merge | Thursday July 30th, 2026
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Road rage turns ugly. Former school board prez to have bench trial. And MO S&T gets million to harvest minerals used in all our tech. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - A hot summer day is on tap with highs near 90 degrees! Abby is here to detail the severe weather chance in the Ozarks tomorrow. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaugh Ch...
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Possible Downtown Soccer Stadium | Wednesday July 29th, 2026
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Cold case gets warmer. Power to CU, as it prepares to upgrade electric system. Amish population exploding here. And popular comedian announces stop in SGF. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Slightly cooler today with isolated storm chances in the forecast. Abby is here to let you know when high temperatures could return to the 70s! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine...
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Local Cold Case Reopens with Reward | Tuesday July 28th, 2026
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - teenagers in trouble, what police say led up to multiple arrests. Highway Patrol re-opens cold case as family offers reward money. KC Chiefs player in big trouble with the law. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Another hot one with heat advisories across the Ozarks! Abby is here to talk about rain and storm chances. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Caf...
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Deadly Weekend on Local Waterways | Monday July 27th, 2026
Monday, July 27, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Deadly weekend on local waterways. Springfield drivers can rejoice at busy road re-opening. CU gets upgrade. And death of goat shakes regular lake-goers. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros, and United Plumbing! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Extreme heat warnings are in effect today! Abby is here with a look at the intense start to the week. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet...
