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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Warning After Fatal Crash | Friday, October 23rd, 2026
Friday, October 23, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Springfield's Art Museum re-opening delayed again. Warning from troopers after fatal crash caused by deer. E-Factory helping future business owners learn the ropes. Join Ethan & Sara for those stories and more NOW on Around the Ozarks News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Nice and warm this weekend! Abby is here to let you know when rain could return. Thanks...
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Springfield Infrastructure Upgrades | Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Upgrades coming to Springfield's infrastructure -- higher speed limits taking effect on interstates in MO -- the untimely death of a former KC Chief -- a local company making a big donation for kids -- and the hottest baby names revealed. Join Ethan & Sara for those stories and more NOW on Around the Ozarks News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny skies an...
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Costly City Hall Renovations | Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Early voting open! City Hall renovations much more costly than expected. Branson police arrest man who injured 3 officers. And Walmart has a big new deal. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny skies and highs in the middle 70s today! Abby is here with the outlook for the end of October. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family...
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Seven Arrested in Human Trafficking Sting | Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Seven arrested in human trafficking sting. Greene Co. Lt. in trouble for misusing flock cameras. What about Spring Forward sales tax money? And MSU honoring local politician. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny skies and highs in the middle 70s today! Abby is here with the outlook for the end of October. Thanks to our spo...
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Federal Investigation into Springfield Man | Monday, October 19th, 2026
Monday, October 19, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - federal investigators peg Springfield man with major fraud. MoDOT wants input on plans for Kansas Ex. upgrades. Highway 76 also under improvement. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - How about sunny skies and 70 degree temps to start the new week? Abby is here with the full forecast. Thanks to our...
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Local Couple Sues Taco Bell | Friday, October 16th, 2026
Friday, October 16, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Local couple sues Taco Bell for food sickness. MO AG investigating TikTok and concerns for kids. SPS looking for parent feedback about district priorities. Chiefs tickets up for grabs. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hello fall! Grab a jacket and find out how long our chilly fall temperatures will stick around. Abby has the...
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Fall Festivals in the Ozarks | Thursday, October 15th, 2026
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - MO AG calling for stronger protections on X-BOX. SPS moving forward with hail storm repairs. MO Scholars helps pay for private schools. And Fall Festivals are back! Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - More rain chances today with a BIG drop in temperatures tomorrow. Find out how cool it will get! Thanks to our sponsors, Command...
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Missouri Attorney General Sues TEMU | Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - MO AG sues TEMU. Seven inmates hospitalized in Joplin. Ozark company making major expansion. And KC Chiefs add old friend to the mix. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Rain and storms are in the forecast with a pattern change ahead! Abby is here to lay out everything you can expect. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medic...
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Latest Data Center Info | Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - the latest on possible new data centers in Springfield, and how opponents are trying to stop them. Plus, Ozark high schoolers to hop shuttle buses instead of driving personal cars. New retail center coming to the Ozarks. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hot again today with highs near 90 degrees! Abby is here to talk about w...
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Fort Leonard Wood Warns of Scam | Monday, October 12th, 2026
Monday, October 12, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Woman injured in crash after another car's driver threw water bottle and hit her. Convoy of Hope helping hurricane victims. Fort Leonard Wood says scam going around, beware. Webster Co. 911 eyes storm shelter. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Near record high temperatures are possible today! Abby is here to let you know when ...
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MSU Employee Arrested by ICE | Friday, October 9th, 2026
Friday, October 9, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - MSU employee arrested by ICE. Bystanders rescue driver from burning car in Springfield. Blood donations needed! And CAC to break ground on new facility. Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Hot, sunny and dry through the weekend forecast! Abby is here to tell you about the only rain chance in the forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, ...
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New Life Coming for Arrowhead Stadium? | Thursday, October 8th, 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - SPS looking at best options from consolidations, to closures to building more. New life coming for Arrowhead Stadium? Two local animal facilities in trouble. And new Waffle Houses coming soon! Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Our dry stretch continues! Find out who could see the 90s this week on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weath...
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Local Business Owner Sentenced To Federal Prison | Wednesday, October 7th, 2026
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Local business owner sentenced to federal prison. Ozark adopts new, stricter rules for data centers. Two upcoming conferences for business leaders and entrepreneurs. And how to raise easy money to support mental health services! Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Dry weather in the forecast with highs in the middle 80s. Abby is here to let you know if cooler air is on the horizon. Thanks to our sponsors, ...
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Ozarks-Area MAJOR Drug Ring Sentencing | Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Man who shot local police officer about to be sentenced. New York man gets 24 years for Ozarks-area MAJOR drug ring. Watch out for the fish that looks like a snake. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs! Those stories and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny today with highs in the 80s! Abby is here to detail the rest of the week. Thanks to our sp...
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Community Focus Report Addresses Wins And Losses | Monday, October 5th, 2026
Monday, October 5, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Property owners continue fight about road to Lindenlure access. Gypsy Rose takes another hit. Community Focus Report addresses wins and losses. And Children's Hospital marks milestone. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Plenty of sunshine this week with cool mornings and toasty afternoons! Abby is here to let you know if ...
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Kehoe Gives Farmers Break On Fuel Costs | Friday, October 2nd, 2026
Friday, October 2, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Animal abuse case now has criminal charges. Kehoe gives farmers break on fuel costs for harvest season. Major food donation helping local pantry with uptick in number of people needing help. And weekend festivities happening in MANY towns across the Ozarks. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Rain will taper off this aftern...
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MO Senator Going Viral | Thursday, October 1st, 2026
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Why a MO Senator went viral. Willard subdivision proposal moving forward. Mercy and two ambulance workers sued after motorcyclist's death. Ozarks Tech sued by employee. And Fall Festivals in full swing. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Rain returns to the Ozarks today! Abby is here to let you know who will get the most. ...
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Local Suicide Prevention Training | Wednesday, September 30th, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Faith communities training to help prevent suicides. MSU on the move in the rankings. CMH looking to make care cheaper for patients. And suing the state after child drowning. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Near record high temperatures are expected today with highs getting close to 90 degrees! Abby is here with a look ...
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Ozarks Getting One More Chick-Fil-A | Tuesday, September 29th, 2026
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - MO AG Bailey leaving FBI. New sculptures taking shape in Springfield neighborhood. The Ozarks is getting one more Chick-Fil-A, to open soon! And Fall festivals you won't want to miss! Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Wet weather returns later this week! Listen to Abby's forecast now on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather! ...
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New Map For MOs November Election | Monday, September 28th, 2026
Monday, September 28, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Terrifying moments for a teenage driver, attacker landed in jail. McDonald's fire in Lebanon destroys restaurant, what's next for the store. What the high court decided on a new map for MOs November election. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs! Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Nice today, but tropical moisture is on the way...
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Fall Festivals Galore | Friday, September 25th, 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026
Today on Around the Ozarks News - State licensing lost for a couple local funeral homes. Developer asks for more tax incentives for shopping district on Sunshine toward city of Republic. Hawley having heyday with Flock camera issues. And Fall Festivals galore this weekend! Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Another great day ahead with some rain ch...
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US-60 To Be Widened | Thursday, September 24th, 2026
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - Springfield teachers need more planning time. MSU sees drop in enrollment, when they expect to rebound. US-60 to be widened, planning meeting upcoming. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - The great weather continues! Find some time to get outdoors today! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Caf...
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License Plate Reader Debate Continues | Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Today on Around The Ozarks News - License plate reader debate continues, with deadline proposed. Wright Co. firefighter on the wrong side of the emergency. Mayor describes tense moments outside Fort Leonard Wood gate. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - The weather doesn't get much better than this! Find some time to get outdoors today! Abby is here with wi...
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Hammons Tower Suing A Springfield Law Firm | Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Hammons Tower suing a Springfield Law Firm. What's next for Hotel of Terror as we near Halloween? Fall festivals galore. And SDC drops price for season passes. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Cooler weather is here to stay this week! Abby is here to let you know who will see rain. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet! See omnystudio....
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Springfield Sued For Pausing Data Center Applications | Monday, September 21st, 2026
Monday, September 21, 2026
Springfield sued for pausing data center applications. Mo AG goes after sports betting companies. Ungap the map for trails has some exciting news. And MSU football and beyond. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! What a way to start the week! Much cooler temperatures with isolated storm chances today. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, and Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet!...
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Fall Festivals Happening This Weekend | Friday, September 18th, 2026
Friday, September 18, 2026
Lots of Fall festivals happening this weekend! Fellows Lake Marina will have new operators. Council considers longer hours at drive-thru marijuana dispensaries. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid with another heat advisory through Saturday! Abby is here to let us know when this hot weather breaks. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, W...
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Medicaid Fraud in the Springfield Area | Thursday, September 17th, 2026
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Medicaid fraud in the Springfield area, new state limits on automated license plate reading cameras, new report cards for MO public schools, a local hero being honored, and MSU taking on a fairly new rival at home on Saturday. Those stories and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid with a heat advisory through Saturday of this week! Abby is here to detail when cooler weather arrives. Thanks to our sponsors...
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Man Pleads Guilty To Shooting Amazon Driver | Wednesday, September 16th, 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Man pleads guilty to shooting Amazon driver in Lawrence Co. Former Nixa rep released from fed prison. CU gets money to help replace old light poles. And Chiefs tickets up for grabs! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot again today with heat advisories in place through Friday. Abby is here with a look at when cooler weather may arrive. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe, and Ta...
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New LDS Churches Around the Ozarks | Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
More small quakes around the New Madrid line. Seven people to help with new child welfare task force. New LDS churches popping up around the Ozarks. And Houston, MO clown getting permanent marker. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing,and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid again today with a head advisory in place. Abby is here to let you know who will see storms today. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe,...
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Local I-44 Work | Monday, September 14th, 2026
Monday, September 14, 2026
Two fired from local sheriff's office in Arkansas. Small plane makes weekend emergency landing. I-44 work might get in your way this week. And watch out for bats! Tis the season. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors, Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Thompson Sales, Advanced Car Care Center, Smouse Bros Foundation Repair, United Plumbing, and Anchor Point Roofing & Siding! Hot and humid today with a heat advisory in effect through Tuesday. Abby is here to let us know if we can expect any relief this week! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine, Whole Hog Cafe...
