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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Two Exceptional Local Businesss | Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Two local businesses doing VERY well. How consumer confidence is stacking up. How many Chiefs players with injuries. And a mishap on the job at a local business. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today is the last day of a heat advisory before a cold front brings cooler temperatures and storm chances. Abby talks storm timing on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Tune in now! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!Se...
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Springfield Business Closing | Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
A local pastor stepping down from a big job. The city getting big money to clean up brownfields. A Springfield business closing its doors after a year in business. And the Cards getting new digs for fans. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hot and humid again today with a big cool down on the way later this week. Abby is here to detail the timeline on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Hea...
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Own A Historic Bridge | Monday, July 28th, 2025
Monday, July 28, 2025
A heartbreaking double homicide at Devil’s Den State Park, a major illegal gambling ring busted across the Ozarks, and rail workers facing an uncertain future. There’s also a historic bridge you could actually own, exciting updates on Springfield’s new animal shelter, and a big giveaway to celebrate three years of Around the Ozarks! All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! New week, same old heat! Abby is here to let you know when to expect cooler temperatures in the forecast. Th...
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TSA New Perks For Parents | Friday, July 25th, 2025
Friday, July 25, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Missouri’s tax-free weekend just around the corner! Possible big moves are brewing for the Chiefs' stadium. Plus, TSA is rolling out perks for parents, free summer fun like movies in the park and hatchery tours, and your inside scoop on the Ozark Empire Fair (including how to win free tickets!) All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We have a hot July weekend ahead! Abby is here to talk about the is...
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FEMA Aid Coming to Missouri | Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - FEMA aid is coming to southwest Missouri after May’s storms, Nixa police warn of a possible door-to-door scam, and a new luxury Dillard’s is opening at Battlefield Mall. Plus, MSU students uncover a piece of Springfield’s past, a favorite local restaurant is making a comeback, and the Ozark Empire Fair kicks off today! All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Another day, another heat advisory! Abby is...
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Upcoming Vote for Teacher Pay | Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Today on Around The Ozarks News - A stolen car chase in Springfield, a sentencing tied to a heartbreaking fatal crash, and a big vote coming up that could impact teacher pay in Ozark. Plus, good news for the Boys & Girls Clubs and details on a massive volunteer day for storm cleanup. We’ll also preview the Ozark Empire Fair and a chance to WIN TICKETS! All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hot with more heat ahead! Abby is here to w...
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New Urgent Care in Marshfield | Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A massive lottery scam out of Mt. Vernon finally coming to a close in court, a brand-new school in Republic, and a game-changing urgent care in Marshfield. Plus, a new live music venue in Springfield, a heartfelt Hurts Donut fundraiser, and everything you need to know about the Ozark Empire Fair (including how to win TICKETS!) All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Extreme heat warnings are in place...
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Scams On The Rise In Greene County | Monday, July 21st, 2025
Monday, July 21, 2025
A few scary things happened in Downtown SGF this weekend. Scams are on the rise again in Greene County – what to look out for. Some product recalls, new businesses coming to the Ozarks, and the return of the Ozark Empire Fair! All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Extreme heat warnings through Thursday evening! Abby is here with the details on rain chances for the week. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevro...
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New Aldi Coming to the Ozarks | Friday, July 18th, 2025
Friday, July 18, 2025
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is going to jail for his involvement in a high speed crash -- the trail system in Ozark is getting a new pedestrian bridge over Highway 65 -- where a new Aldi is being built -- one of the original buildings on Evangel's campus is being demolished -- and there's plenty to do this weekend. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hot and humid this weekend with isolated storm chances today. Abby is here to l...
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School Districts Looking to Fill Jobs | Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Pulaski County asking for public's help in humans remains case. School districts are filling jobs--"help wanted!" Big changes coming for those who travel Sunshine Street. And stamps going up again. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Isolated strong storms are possible today! Abby is here to let you know when to expect rain and how much temperatures will heat up this weekend. Tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather now. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + ...
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Missourians Helping Texas | Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Missourians showing up big to help in Texas. Plus, Springfield icon passes away. And when 65 work will wrap up. And two new businesses opening soon in Springfield. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sizzlin summer heat is building into the Ozarks. Abby is here to let you know when mid 90s return to the forecast! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh...
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Local Business Making National Headlines | Tuesdsay, July 15th, 2025
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - How an inmate got caught setting fire to a cell. Plus, congrats on two Springfieldians getting new appointments from the governor. And congrats to a local business making national headlines on best place to work. Free movies at two Ozarks hot spots! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Isolated showers and thunderstorms are possible east of Hwy 65 today. Abby is in with a look at hot temperatures heading our way....
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Possible New Convention Center coming to Springfield | Monday, July 14th, 2025
Monday, July 14, 2025
Today on Around The Ozarks News - A lot of catching up to do from our week off! Governor Kehoe signed a lot of things last week… what were they? Will Holder Road between Nixa and Republic be closed? What about that possible new convention center Springfield may be getting? There are some events you won’t want to miss and a REALLY COOL CONTEST! All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Kitchenland USA, and Smouse Bros! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Patchy fog and some more rain chances to start our w...
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Storm Chances in the Weekend Forecast | Friday, July 11th, 2025
Friday, July 11, 2025
Storm chances and heat are in the weekend forecast! Abby break down all the risks this morning on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Summer Heat | Thursday, July 10th, 2025
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Highs back into the 90s on this Thursday! Abby is here to let you know how long this summer heat will stick around. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dry and Upper 80s | Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - More dry time today with highs in the upper 80s! Abby is here with a weekend preview. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Severe Thunderstorms | Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Showers and thunderstorms will dot the radar today and some look strong to severe! Abby is here with the timeline and will let you know if we can expect any relief from the heat. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Afternoon Showers and Thunderstorms | Monday, July 7th, 2025
Monday, July 7, 2025
Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - It is looking like a typical July week in the Ozarks! Hight in the upper 80s today with scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon hours. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air Paramedics, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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I-44 Closings PSA | Thursday, July 3rd, 2025
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A Christian County Deputy has tragically lost his life this week. New housing is popping up in Nixa. Where can you take your yard waste from the storms? I-44 closings you should know about. All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hot and sunny temperatures are expected today with highs near 90 degrees! Abby is here to detail the rain chances through the holiday weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medi...
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A Boil Advisory in the Ozarks | Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A car crashed into a Nixa restaurant, what’s the status? New info on the second Target coming to Springfield. A boil advisory for an Ozarks town and some local events happening to celebrate Independence Day! All that and MORE, RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Find a way to beat the heat today! Sunny skies and highs in the upper 80s will make for a great summer afternoon. Abby is here to talk about storm chances for the 4th...
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NWS Assessing Damage | Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Family devastated by storm loss. NWS assessing damage and wind speeds! Free help to get rid of downed limbs. And how many people are expected to travel for the holiday. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We will see the sunshine take over today and highs will climb to the middle 80s. Abby is here to talk storm chances as we get closer to the 4th of July. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Heating + Air ...
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Local Bank Robber Captured | Monday, June 30th, 2025
Monday, June 30, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - How a man was caught stealing from a few banks, a local "dumb criminal" act. Republic man trying to shoot down a drone, where that landed him. Fireworks shows galore. What's on the agenda this week! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Unsettled to start the week! Abby is here to break down the rain chances and has a look at cooler temperatures that will build into the Ozarks for the middle of the week. Thanks to our...
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New FDA Warnings for COVID Vaccine | Friday, June 27th, 2025
Friday, June 27, 2025
The third of three arrests for illegal firearms purchases at local gun show. A woman assaulted by a former Greene County jailer-- why she is now going after him again. The FDA issuing new warning for those with COVID vaccine. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Isolated storm chances are in the weekend forecast! Abby is here with the summer weekend details and shows the temperature trend heading into next week. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See o...
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New Type of Store Opening Soon in Downtown SGF | Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Thursday, June 26, 2025
A potent drug a local hospital is seeing. User, beware. SPS teachers get a raise. Ozark has a new dress code, even for the younger ones. And, Bass Pro coming in it a bang. Their latest venture opening on July 4th. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! More of the same in the weather department! Highs today will climb to the low 90s with isolated storm chances. Abby has a preview of the weekend forecast on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and T...
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Financial Help to Businesses Hit by Storms | Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
MO town gets tighter security following Iran operation. SBA offers financial help to businesses hit by storms. Buffalo getting closer to the city pool re-opening. And Ozarks Food Harvest has great news for families in need. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! It's more of the same in the weather forecast today! Abby is here to prepare you for the hot temperatures ahead and has a sneak peak at rain chances. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnys...
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Kearney Street Make-Over | Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
A fire truck devastated by an Interstate crash. MO governor warns of sleeper cell attacks in U.S., says be vigilant. Kearney Street make-over, how to make your voice heard. And a free fireworks show this weekend. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Heat and humidity are in the forecast again on this Tuesday. Abby is here to let you know how long the summer heat will hang on. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
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Stealth Spirit Bombers Back in MO | Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Monday, June 23, 2025
A rough weekend for multiple teenagers in and around the Ozarks... with investigations underway in several cases. Stealth Spirit bombers are back on home base in MO. And what the Department of Homeland Security is warning Americans about. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Heat will dominate the headlines this week and once again we will have temperatures in the 90s. Abby is here to detail the daily rain chance. Start your week with Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather! Thanks to our sponsors, Command ...
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A Bear in Nixa | Friday, June 20th, 2025
Friday, June 20, 2025
Today is the official start of summer -- drugs capable of killing more than 90,000 people taken off the streets of Springfield -- a letter carrier suing dog owners after being bitten on his route -- fireworks sales start today -- a bear in Nixa -- and lots of events for your weekend. Those stories and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! A weekend heat wave will keep our temperatures hot for the next several days! Abby is here to let you know how high the heat index will get! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Famil...
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Fallout from Local Traffic Issues | Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - The new effort to remove regulations from recreational marijuana sales in Missouri -- fallout from traffic issues following the latest concert at Thunder Ridge -- nearly $2 million being given to local nonprofits by a foundation -- the latest foodmaker planning to remove petroleum based colors from its foods -- and a special gift Troopers delivered to a local young man. Those stories and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny and...
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Positive News for Coffee Lovers | Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A long-time study shows promising results for women who love coffee. An arrest in a case related to the death of a teen from Springfield. Christian County's biggest party is this weekend. Those stories and more NOT on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, and Kitchenland USA! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Strong to severe storms will redevelop in our forecast again this afternoon. Abby is here to break down the threats! Tune into Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather now. Thanks to our sponsors, Comm...
