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Two people and dog rescued from floodwaters in Camden County

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Fire crews in Camden County successfully rescued two people and their dog trapped by rising floodwaters in the Fiery Fork Conservation Area Sunday night. What We Know: At around 10 p.m. Sunday, the Northwest Camden County...
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State Leaders Push for Better Maternal Care Access

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What We Know: The U.S. has a 10.4% preterm birth rate, earning a D+ grade from the March of Dimes. What It Means: In response, Missouri lawmakers have passed House Bill 2372, now awaiting Governor...
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Republic Library Branch Opens Doors with Community Celebration

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What We Know: The maker space features a 3D printer, laser engraver, and video digitization tools. What It Means: Branch Manager Tysha Shay says the expansion aims to provide local access to amenities previously only available...
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Margaritaville Vacation Suites coming to Branson

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Popular hospitality chain Margaritaville is coming to Branson with a vacation suites project that will replace the Old Red Lion Inn and Suites on the Highway 76 Strip. What We Know: The hospitality chain, inspired...
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KWTO Invites You To Thank A Farmer

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Every meal starts with a farmer, with long days and hard work along the way. 93-3 and AM 560 KWTO, along with Thompson Sales, Horsin' Around Golf Cars, Hiland Dairy, and Westgate Trailers invite you...
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Man From Cassville Hooks First Missouri State-Record Fish of 2026

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A fishing trip on Table Rock Lake turned into a record-breaking day for a Cassville angler. What We Know: Danny Naugle was fishing near Shell Knob when he hooked a yellow bass that was far bigger...
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U.S. 65 driver shot in road rage incident in Springfield

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A vehicle going northbound on U.S. 65 in Springfield shot into another vehicle, injuring the driver on Thursday. What We Know: The Springfield Police say that the incident took place Thursday night at around 6:25 p.m....
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Track Missouri Flooding and Drought Conditions From Your Phone

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What We Know: After years of major flooding across Missouri, state leaders wanted a better way to track what’s happening with the state’s water. What It Means: The result is the Missouri Hydrology Information Center, or...
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Three suspects arrested in Branson armed robbery case

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The Branson Police Department, with the help of several other agencies, arrested three men on Wednesday for an armed robbery that happened in early May. What We Know: On Wednesday, May 27th, Branson Police arrested David...
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Flood Watch Through Mid Morning Friday

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Springfield metro area and other counties generally along and south of I-44 through Friday morning at 10. Widespread rainfall totals of 1-2 inches are...

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