Kennesaw State Hands Missouri State Fourth Straight Loss
R.J. Johnson's late heroics lift Owls over Bears in Conference USA matchup
Blues Acquire Forward from Islanders in AHL Swap
Lady Bears dominate Delaware with Lainie Douglas' double-double
Lifestyle
New Evidence Shakes Up 1865 Wild Bill Hickok-Davis Tutt Shootout
Springfield library researchers uncover findings that contradict traditional account of infamous gunfight

Trapper Helps Search for Lost Senior Dog
Springfield animal control officer assists in locating missing pet.
Missouri Pregnancy Care Center Celebrates 25 Years of Service
The center achieved record-breaking client services and expanded its community outreach in 2025.
Crime
Kanakuk Disputes Podcast Claims, Demands Retraction
Christian youth camp network says allegations of widespread abuse were "false" and "speculative"

Vehicle Crash Damages Springfield Restaurant
No injuries reported after SUV driver mistakenly hits gas instead of brake
Man accused of burning Hotel of Terror charged with arson
Michael Howerton allegedly confessed to starting the fire with $2 of gasoline
Sports
Lake Forest College Handball Players Advance to Finals at National Championships
Foresters secure spots in three finals at the 2026 USHA National Collegiate Handball Tournament in Springfield, Missouri.

Parkview High Overcomes Challenges to Defeat Central in Rivalry Game
Standout performances from Da'Veon Duncan and Mikyas Riley help Vikings secure victory despite roster losses.
Delaware beats Missouri State 76-67
Justyn Fernandez scores 23 points in the victory
Finance
Paul Mueller Company Declares $0.30 Quarterly Dividend
The company's board approved the payout for shareholders of record on February 27.

Paul Mueller Company Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
The company's board of directors has declared a $0.30 per share dividend payable to shareholders.
Missouri Lottery Announces Jan. 31, 2026 Winning Numbers
Powerball, Pick 3, and other lottery games see winners in the Show Me State
Politics
Democrats Share Struggles of Living in Red States
Leftists in the BuzzFeed Community describe the challenges of being a minority political voice in conservative areas.

Springfield Planning Commission approves zoning change for Grant and Grand development
The rezoning will allow for a mixed-use project at the prominent intersection.
House Republicans Threaten to Block Bipartisan Spending Deal
Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges in getting the measure through the chamber to end the partial government shutdown.