Boone County Releases Most Wanted List
Authorities seek multiple suspects on charges including non-payment of child support, assault, and drug possession
Southwest Missouri Faces Record-Breaking Heat and Wildfire Risk
Springfield Residents Protest 'No Kings' Movement
Lifestyle
Springfield Schools Honor Top Academic Seniors
59 students in the Class of 2026 recognized for excellence at annual ROSE banquet

Springfield Art Museum Launches Free Monthly Lawn Events
New outdoor series to feature activities, art, and community connection.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill opens first Springfield location
New natural foods grocery store Rainbow Grocery celebrates 50 years in SoMa
Sports
Missouri State to host Oklahoma State in midweek matchup
Bears ranked 9th in latest NCAA RPI ahead of Power Five showdown

Missouri State Lady Bears to face Stephen F. Austin in NCAA First Four
The Lady Bears earned a No. 16 seed after winning the Conference USA Tournament title in their first year in the league.
Bears Tie Stolen Base Record in 13-12 Win Over Memphis
Missouri State steals 10 bases to match school record in high-scoring victory.
Business
Paul Mueller Company Reports Strong Q4 2025 Earnings
Domestic and international operations drive double-digit profit growth for the full year.

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill Brings Hawaiian Cuisine to Springfield
New fast-casual restaurant opens in former Wendy's location, drawing crowds with island-inspired dishes.
Oil Workers in Alaska's North Slope Vote to Join United Steelworkers Union
Landslide vote comes after ConocoPhillips cut wages, benefits, and jobs
Finance
Great Southern Bancorp Stock Crosses Above 200-Day Average
Shares of the Missouri-based bank holding company reach new milestone as analysts maintain 'Hold' rating.

American Century Companies Increases Stake in Great Southern Bancorp
Investment firm boosts holdings in regional financial services provider by nearly 10%
Great Southern Bancorp Shares Cross Above 200-Day Moving Average
The regional bank's stock price hits a new high as analysts maintain a 'Hold' rating on the shares.