Mike Landis

Springfield

Anchor and Reporter at KOLR-TV (Springfield, MO)

Anchor and Reporter at KOZL-TV (Springfield, MO)

Award-winning news anchor and reporter for KOLR10 and Ozarks Fox (49) in Springfield, Missouri. Catch Mike weeknights on Ozarks Fox News at 6:30 and 9:00.

Articles

Drivers see I-44 work ramping up in SGF

1 week ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Drivers on the city’s north side are noticing headway starting to be made on the Interstate 44 rebuilding project. Construction work started back in March. Now, nearly four months later, contractors have made progress ahead of the heavier work that’ll take place over the next two years. Currently, the westbound lanes of traffic are diverted between U.S. 65 and Glenstone. The traffic pattern change is allowing crews to work in the median where new lanes will be built.
At Home retailer goes bankrupt. What's next for SGF store and others?

1 week ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

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At Home store goes bankrupt. What’s next for SGF location?

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO—One of the nation’s largest home decor retailers says tariffs have forced it into bankruptcy. However, it is taking steps to stay in business and keep most stores open. Texas-based At Home, which operates a store in Springfield on South Campbell Ave., announced it has filed for Chapter 11 as it attempts to restructure and find a new owner. Last month, Ozarks First reported the company was on the brink of bankruptcy and was $2-billion in debt.
Macadoodles' south SGF store closes, changing ownership

2 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Would-be customers pulling into Macadoodles on East Independence on Monday were greeted with a dark store, an empty parking lot, and gas pumps turned off. Ozarks First visited the site Monday after receiving inquiries about a potential closure of the liquor store and gas station.
Westside work: New Chick-fil-A, Dutch Bros., Jersey Mike’s, Wendy’s

3 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Construction has kicked into high gear on the city’s rapidly growing southwest corner. The most visible project underway in the vicinity of West Sunshine at West Bypass is the new Target store. But there are also several restaurant projects taking shape nearby. The new Target will anchor the new Sunshine Towne Center development. Within that center, a new Olive Garden is nearly complete and will open later this month. Nearby, Wendy’s has filed plans with the city for a new store.
Why Midnight Rodeo is suddenly closing its longtime location

3 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – One of the city’s longest-running spots for country nightlife says it’s closing ahead of the busy summer season. But the shutdown is only temporary and is part of the businesses’ big plans for the future. On Tuesday, Midnight Rodeo announced on Facebook that this will be its last week at its longtime location on S. Glenstone at E. Sunshine. The post stated the bar is moving to a new location, but didn’t say where it’s moving.
At Home store may go bankrupt, blames tariffs

3 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – A home goods retailer with a presence in the Ozarks looks to be in financial trouble. According to Bloomberg, At Home Group, Inc. will soon file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The report states that the Texas-based retailer blames tariffs and the ongoing global trade war as contributing causes to its monetary woes. A large percentage of the retailer’s goods come from overseas.
Courts construction: Major Greene County expansion, renovation underway

4 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO. – In recent weeks, contractors have been making progress on a major project that will transform the Greene County Judicial Courts Facility. The project on the county’s judicial campus in North Boonville combines new construction with remodeling existing structures. According to plans announced by the county in 2022, the master plan calls for a brand new structure housing a grand entryway and lobby.
A sneak peek inside Dillard's brand new SGF store

1 month ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Construction is kicking into high gear on a big retail project in South Springfield. This week, Dillard’s brought Ozarks First into the work zone at Battlefield Mall for an exclusive look at the progress. Suzi Buchheit, Dillard’s General Manager, stated, “It has been just amazing to watch the process of everything. It’s truly the team that’s getting everything done so quickly that it’s every time we come in, it’s just kind of mind-blowing how much they’ve got done.
A sneak peek inside Dillard’s brand new SGF store

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Construction is kicking into high gear on a big retail project in South Springfield. This week, Dillard’s brought Ozarks First into the work zone at Battlefield Mall for an exclusive look at the progress. Suzi Buchheit, Dillard’s General Manager, stated, “It has been just amazing to watch the process of everything. It’s truly the team that’s getting everything done so quickly that it’s every time we come in, it’s just kind of mind-blowing how much they’ve got done.