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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Ozark Mountain Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) are hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Springfield National Cemetery to remember the sacrifices of US Military members. Organizer Charles McMillan says the purpose of the ceremony is to provide education and awareness for future generations about those who gave their lives for freedom. “Memorial Day to me is a solemn occasion,” McMillan said.
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1 week ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Ozark Mountain Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) are hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Springfield National Cemetery to remember the sacrifices of US Military members. Organizer Charles McMillan says the purpose of the ceremony is to provide education and awareness for future generations about those who gave their lives for freedom. “Memorial Day to me is a solemn occasion,” McMillan said.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — As many schools are reaching the end of the school year, area camps are busy preparing for summer and the first week of camp. There are multiple camps across the Ozarks offering summer programs for many age ranges. The YMCA’s Camp Wakonda in Ash Grove offers week-long sessions for ages 7-17 and a mini three-day camp for ages 6-8.
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2 weeks ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — As many schools are reaching the end of the school year, area camps are busy preparing for summer and the first week of camp. There are multiple camps across the Ozarks offering summer programs for many age ranges. The YMCA’s Camp Wakonda in Ash Grove offers week-long sessions for ages 7-17 and a mini three-day camp for ages 6-8.
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2 weeks ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — As many area schools are in its last few days of the school year, local summer camps are getting ready for the busy season ahead. The Ozarks Regional YMCA offers day camps at some of its locations and full camp sessions at Camp Wakonda in Ash Grove, Mo.Camp Wakonda offers many activities including archery, boating, outdoor cooking and arts and crafts.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Bethany French
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — As many area schools are in its last few days of the school year, local summer camps are getting ready for the busy season ahead. The Ozarks Regional YMCA offers day camps at some of its locations and full camp sessions at Camp Wakonda in Ash Grove, Mo.Camp Wakonda offers many activities including archery, boating, outdoor cooking and arts and crafts.
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2 weeks ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Mo. — Storms sweeping across the area Monday night left damage in their wake in St. Clair County just outside of Lowry City. The area has countless downed power lines and trees, with some damage to homes and buildings as well. April Hart had a portion of her roof torn off by the wind, and the debris scattered into her yard. She says this was unlike any storm she had seen before. “We were kind of hanging out down in our basement, just on the couch. No big deal.
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2 weeks ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Potentially severe storms are expected in the Ozarks Monday evening, and the Greene County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is reminding everyone to be prepared. Greene County OEM says it’s a good idea to review your storm plan for your home, work, school, or commute before the severe weather strikes. “Your storm plan should include a room that is the most secure and has as many rooms between you and the outdoors.
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3 weeks ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — After the Missouri General Assembly recently passed two bills allowing Missouri State University (MSU) to offer research-based doctoral programs, Ozarks First spoke with one student finishing his masters who is travelling out of state for his doctorate. Jared Shortt is finishing his masters degree in Materials Science, he plans to continue his research and education at University of California, Davis this fall as he pursues a PhD in condensed matter physics.
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3 weeks ago | 
ozarksfirst.com | Bethany French
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Missouri State University (MSU) could soon be adding research-based doctorates to the list of degrees the university offers. The Missouri General Assembly recently approved two bills that allow the university to do so. President of MSU Richard B. Williams says back in 2005, when the college first changed the name to Missouri State University, part of the legislature included a compromise with the University of Missouri.
