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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Highway 65 Lane Closures | Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
The NTSB releases cause of local chopper crash. Police chief in one Ozarks town gets new trial date for criminal case. Strong wind stirring up fire danger. Highway 65 drivers, brace yourself for weeknight lane closures. And another new chain coffee shop opens in the Ozarks. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Warm and windy weather in the forecast today! Abby is here to let you know when widespread rain chances will likely return. Thanks to our sponsors, Com...
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Big Deer Harvest This Firearms Season | Monday, November 17th, 2025
Monday, November 17, 2025
A wildfire over the weekend... where, and how firefighters knocked it down. Firearms deer season brought in a big harvest. Things looking up for MSU. And a new restaurant opening today in Springfield. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! We have a mild start to the week today but scattered rain and storms are possible. Abby is here to tell you when better rain chances arrive in the Ozarks. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Parame...
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New Bookstore Coming ot the Ozarks | Friday, November 14th, 2025
Friday, November 14, 2025
6 apartments badly damaged by fire. Springfield man in trouble for threatening ICE and President Trump. Springfield teen facing adult charges for shooting. And a new bookstore coming to the Ozarks. That, and Puppy Pals coming to town... tune in to ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Very warm weather ahead for us this weekend! Abby is here to let you know when rain returns. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, T...
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No state income tax? | Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Hotel of Terror could be taken down by city. No state income tax? What Gov. Kehoe is purposing. Chronic Wasting Disease is back, hunters beware. Target gets new rule for workers. How is could change your shopping experience. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Mild temperatures are expected today with warmer weather Friday and Saturday. Abby is here to let you know how long the 70s will stick around. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, ...
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Local Food Pantries Unite | Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Convoy of Hope and other local food pantries unite to feed the masses. Rogersville church doing MUCH for the community. Paul Mueller gifts Ozarks Tech to help students big time. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs. That NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Sunny skies today with temperatures warming to the middle 60s. Abby is here to let you know when near record high temperatures will return. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, ...
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Veteran's Day Deals Honoring Those Who Served | Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Veteran's Day deals you won't want me miss - to honor those who have served. A 'serial' drunk driver took the life of a young man on the roads. Fugitive from Iowa meets his end. FEMA offering help for those in need. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Elevated fire conditions out there for us on this Tuesday! Abby is here to let you know how high the winds will gust. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Gru...
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Several New Businesses Opening in Springfield | Monday, November 10th, 2025
Monday, November 10, 2025
How much money we could get in tariff rebates. Huge housing development gets green light in Ozark. Go Bears GO! And several new restaurants and stores opening in Springfield! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! BUNDLE UP! Wind chill values in the low teens this morning! You won't regret the extra layers. Abby is here to let you know when our temperatures return to the middle 70s. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramed...
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Latest on Local Comedy Club | Friday, November 7th, 2025
Friday, November 7, 2025
Check your flight before heading that way. DESE says (mostly) good job on your report card, MO schools! How does a four day school week sound? And where one comedy club closes, another door opens. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Two different weather forecasts are in play this weekend! Saturday will be warm and sunny.... Sunday will be blustery and COLD. Abby is here to let you know when to expect temperatures in the teens. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Fa...
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Veteran's Homecoming Week Underway | Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Veteran's Homecoming Week is underway. Who wanted what for Craig Wood? ICE picks up 8 in Springfield. And Ozark drivers rejoice for new bridge. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Increasing clouds in the forecast today but high temperatures remain mild! Abby is here to tell you how much colder it will be by late this weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch...
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Huge Drug Bust in the Ozarks | Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
A huge drug bust in one Ozarks town. A perfect score on an ACT. The longest shutdown ever for the government. And how much minimum wage is going up. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Sunny skies and mild temperatures are expected today! Abby is here to let you know when lows will fall to the low 20s! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and Hewitt Messenger! See ...
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SNAP Benefit Update | Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Which high profile criminal case will go before the MO Supreme Court. SNAP benefits being partially restored, what that means for recipients. And gun owners-- make notes on your firearms. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Warm and windy today with gusts up to 35 mph! Abby is here to let you know who has an elevated risk of fire danger today. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Tr...
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Election Day Tuesday Information | Monday, November 3rd, 2025
Monday, November 3, 2025
A woman stalked at Target, then followed home. Who police arrested. What you need to know ahead of Election Day Tuesday. Another push to do away with time change. And MDC warning of bird flu in MO. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Sunny skies and highs int he middle 60 today! Abby is here to let you know when the 70 degree temperatures return. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The...
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SNAP Latest | Friday, October 31st, 2025
Friday, October 31, 2025
SNAP latest. Just how much help does it offer? Care to Learn filling in gaps. Springfield school board? Two seats up for grabs. And local favorite restaurant gives meaningful meal. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! There is some patchy frost out there this morning but we will see a lot of sunshine this afternoon! Abby is here to walk you through the trick-or-treat forecast and has a look at when rain chances could return this weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Comm...
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Local Teams Headed to Jamaica | Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Local teams head to Jamaica. Tour bus tip-over. Mayor's position in peril. And if your district needs new school buses, why now may be the time. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Grab the winter coat this morning! Abby is here to talk about our frosty start and has the Trick-or-treat forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and Hewitt Messenger! See omnystudi...
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Local Food Supply Need | Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Government shutdown affects local food supply. OACAC asking for your help! Jamaica taking powerful hit! And welcome home to the Bears football team-- AND to some of our local veterans coming off their Honor Flight. Two evening events to see! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Cold, rainy and blustery in the Ozarks today! Abby will let you know who is under a wind advisory and what this means for our afternoon temperatures on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. T...
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Melissa - Cat 5 Hurricane | Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Watch out for Melissa- a Cat 5 hurricane! Bass Pro Shops needs YOUR help! Taney County jury awards millions. And OTC student sues the college for toxic fumes. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Whipping winds and dreary conditions are in the forecast today! Abby is here to let you know when frost looks possible this week. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and Hewi...
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Good News for Drivers in Ozark | Monday, October 27th, 2025
Monday, October 27, 2025
Springfield council members could meet on another night. Chipotle opens another shop in Springfield. Good news for drivers in Ozark. And a death investigation underway in Greene County. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Fog is possible this morning and we are looking at a chilly week ahead! Abby is here with an early look at your Halloween forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrole...
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West Sunshine Bridge Project Update | Friday, October 24th, 2025
Friday, October 24, 2025
They got the wrong bear. West Sunshine bridge project... we've gotta wait a little longer. Local school district stressed financially. And a big sports weekend for our MO teams! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Clouds have moved in and we have a dreary, rainy weather weekend ahead! Expect on and off rain showers all weekend long with temperatures staying below seasonal averages. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics...
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2025 Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Prediction | Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Thursday, October 23, 2025
New homes could be coming to northeast Springfield. Voters get final say on hotel tax increase. How much Thanksgiving dinner will cost ya this year. Game cam catches spooky sighting. And Chiefs gear up for grabs. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Enjoy the sunshine and 70 degrees today because cooler air and rain chances return in our 7-day outlook! Abby is here to let you know who could see 1-3" of rain in the coming days. Thanks to our sponsors, Command ...
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Huge Development in Ozark | Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
A huge development in Ozark one step closer to reality. Two inured in chopper crash. A potential serial killer with ties to an Ozarks cold case, now found out in another killing. The MO Sports Hall of Fame getting a new address. And Chiefs gear up for grabs. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Sunny and 70 in the Ozarks this afternoon! Abby is here to talk about when heavy rain could move back into the Ozarks! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine...
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Nixa Lady Makes National Headlines | Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
A new coffee shop opens soon! Gas prices falling. Nixa lady makes national headlines. And a traumatic situation ends peacefully between an inmate and a secretary. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Chilly, sunny and breezy today! Abby is here to let you know where FROST could develop tomorrow tomorrow. Tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather now. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, T...
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Sporting Goods Store Coming to SGF | Monday, October 20th, 2025
Monday, October 20, 2025
A deadly weekend for a 13-year-old in the Ozarks. Monett getting new Amazon facility! And Sara's favorite sporting goods store coming to SGF. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Full sunshine today, but it will be windy! Northwest winds could gust to 35 mph and there is a chill in the air! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and Hewitt Messenger! See omnystudio.com/l...
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MoDOT Preparing for Wild Winter Ride | Friday, October 17th, 2025
Friday, October 17, 2025
Why Nixa said NO to a developer wanting to build more than 200 new houses. A piece of Route 66 is no more. MoDOT getting ready for a wild winter ride. Pot bust on the streets of Joplin, how many pounds were confiscated. And what our local sports team are up to this weekend. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Severe storms are possible in the Ozarks tomorrow! Abby is here with a breakdown of the threats and has a preview of cooler fall temperatures on the way! ...
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US State Department Revokes Visas | Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Thursday, October 16, 2025
\What went wrong inside a house in North Springfield where two people are dead. Dollar General accused of deceptive pricing. The US State Department revokes Visas for some who celebrated Kirk's assassination. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! More sunshine in the forecast today with highs in the low 80s! There is a chance for some strong storms this weekend. Abby has a look at the threats on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weathe...
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New Local Sports Radio Station | Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Abortion remains legal in MO. Death row inmate now deceased. Galloway is ready to go! Springfield park getting major upgrades. And a new local sports radio station. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Enjoy the sunshine today! Abby is here with a detailed look at weekend storm chances. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and Hewitt Messenger! See omnystudio.com/listener f...
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Ribbon Cutting to Remember | Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A gunfight in broad daylight in Springfield. Plus, an elderly couple found dead inside their home. Clemency denied for man who killed state trooper. And a ribbon cutting to remember. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - The sunshine is back today and temperatures will be above average! See how long this warm October weather will stick around by listening to Around the Ozarks Wake Up...
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Ozark Getting New PD | Monday, October 13th, 2025
Monday, October 13, 2025
Ozark to get new PD. Double death investigation underway in Springfield. Rescue One will continue its mission. Hunting and fishing going to cost you more. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! Another warm and dry week is on tap for the Ozarks! Abby is here to let you know how long the temperatures will stay above average. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and Hewitt ...
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West Nile Virus in Missouri | Friday, October 10th, 2025
Friday, October 10, 2025
A Missouri judge throws an abortion case out of court. Flags will fly at half-staff to honor a fallen local soldier. We are being warned about West Nile Virus in Missouri. Another DMV license office is now open, and a big one at Columbia tomorrow for the MU Tigers! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! A nice, warm weekend is on tap for the Ozarks, but there are storm chances for some this afternoon! Find out who has the best chance of seeing rainfall. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating...
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Ban on Video Lottery Games | Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Ban on video lottery games succeed. Monett officer back on the streets. Judge approves abortion ballot language. And airport in your near future? Beware of flight changes! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! It is a chamber of commerce day in the Ozarks! Enjoy it and tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather to find out how long the 70s last. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet! See...
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Hiring Event | Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
A hiring event worth a look! Another denial for a prized piece of property in Springfield. Rural MO getting more access to Internet. And a new spot to take care of all your DMV needs. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, Advanced Car Care Center, and Smouse Bros! It feels like fall this morning! Grab a jack and a pair of shades and tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet, The Trailer Ranch, and...
