Joshua Pineda

Nov 28, 2024 | ozarksfirst.com | Tony Nguyen |Joshua Pineda

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Several organizations are providing Thanksgiving meals to those who are in need. Salvation Army and Victory Mission welcomed more than 400 people today to enjoy a free holiday meal. “I’ve had life experiences with relatives and that have been on this other side of life.

Nov 18, 2024 | ozarksfirst.com | Joshua Pineda |Drew Tasset

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Local law enforcement has been gifted $700,000 to help officers solve gun-related crime thanks to a bill passed by Springfield City Council Monday night. The bill — which passed with flying colors — will establish a new crime gun intelligence center, funded by a grant from the Department of Justice. Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams says he knew the bill would pass, and he’s ready to put the money to good use.

Nov 15, 2024 | ozarksfirst.com | Joshua Pineda |Tony Nguyen

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — After more than a year and a half, tonight, moviegoers will once again be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of a new film by going to the newly renovated College Station Theaters in downtown Springfield. “We’re going to have the best in-theater experience you can find,” said Curtis Killingsworth, assistant general manager for the College Station Theaters.

Nov 14, 2024 | yahoo.com | Joshua Pineda

TEXAS COUNTY, Mo. — Some people across the Ozarks are still dealing with the aftermath of last week’s flooding. One problem area remains, the Mason Bridge on Highway 32 in Texas County is closed for the foreseeable future. Remington Coble and Zen Sickler say last week’s flooding caused major issues for residents who rely on Highway 32 for travel. “I’d say, like 30 feet or so and ended up washing out over the bridge, taking out the guardrail and flooding the whole area.

Nov 13, 2024 | ozarksfirst.com | Joshua Pineda

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — At the turn of the new year, local law enforcement will be looking for drivers using their phones behind the wheel. The Hands-Free Law went into effect on August 2023, but law enforcement has given drivers a grace period to warn them of the dangers and the consequences they could face beginning January 1. Even though the law went into effect in 2023, Sgt.