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

Biggest beverage superstore in Springfield opens on south side

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – A vacant big box store on the city’s south side is full again after a new retailer moved in. This week, Total Wine and More opened its doors in Primrose Marketplace. A ribbon cutting is planned for May 28th, according to the store’s Facebook page. The store at 3308 S. Glenstone had been home to Bed Bath & Beyond until that company went bankrupt in 2023 and closed all locations nationwide.
Biggest beverage superstore in Springfield opens on south side

2 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – A vacant big box store on the city’s south side is full again after a new retailer moved in. This week, Total Wine and More opened its doors in Primrose Marketplace. A ribbon cutting is planned for May 28th, according to the store’s Facebook page. The store at 3308 S. Glenstone had been home to Bed Bath & Beyond until that company went bankrupt in 2023 and closed all locations nationwide.
Plan could reinvigorate stalled retail development in SW Springfield

2 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – There’s a plan in the works to help reinvigorate a stalled development on the city’s southwest side. Brody Corners, located off West Sunshine at James River Freeway, opened in 2022. The developer planned to have $27-million worth of new restaurants, retail, and offices. But progress has been slow. So far, only a Maverik-Kum & Go has been built. Springfield city leaders are now looking at an idea by the developer that could bring new tenants to the spot.
Another new roundabout opens in south Springfield

2 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – An intersection in south Springfield is back open after a months-long closure for construction. On Tuesday, Springfield Public Works crews took down the barriers at the new roundabout where Galloway Street meets Luster Ave. and Primrose St.The new intersection is part of the project to widen Galloway Street between this roundabout and another new one at Lone Pine Avenue. All construction is set to be done this summer.
Olive Garden sets opening, hiring details as Target progresses

3 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO. – The first tenant set to open in the new Sunshine Towne Center development has announced the date it plans to open its doors to the public. A banner outside the new Olive Garden on West Sunshine St. announces the new location will open on June 23 at 11:00 a.m. The store will be the second for the company in Springfield. The company is currently in the process of staffing the location.
'Semi-lovely' retailer Ollie's filling Big Lots spots

3 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – A discount retailer is moving into some vacant stores formerly occupied by a now-bankrupt store chain. Closeout merchandiser Ollie’s Bargain Outlet plans to take over at least two former Big Lots locations in the area, including Springfield and Lebanon. The storefronts became empty last year following Big Lots’ bankruptcy and liquidation.
Kum & Gone: Maverik changes signs, closes 2 stores

3 weeks ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Nearly two years after Maverik purchased the popular Kum & Go chain, the new owner is quickly rebranding its stores across the Ozarks. Meanwhile, the company is also closing at least two stores in the city. In recent weeks, Maverik has been busy remodeling the interiors and gas pump canopies of its area locations purchased from Kum & Go in 2023. So far, stores in Republic and several in west Springfield are sporting the new look.
Kum & Gone: Maverik changes signs, closes 2 stores

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Nearly two years after Maverik purchased the popular Kum & Go chain, the new owner is quickly rebranding its stores across the Ozarks. Meanwhile, the company is also closing at least two stores in the city. In recent weeks, Maverik has been busy remodeling the interiors and gas pump canopies of its area locations purchased from Kum & Go in 2023. So far, stores in Republic and several in west Springfield are sporting the new look.
Forever 21 completes Springfield store closure in U.S. shutdown

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO – Trendy clothing retailer Forever 21 is wrapping up its operations across the U.S. as part of its sudden bankruptcy just weeks ago. In recent days, the company completed the closure of its Battlefield Mall location. Customers will notice the signage is gone, the doors are locked, and paper covers the windows. Forever 21 filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in late March and announced it planned to close all of its 354 U.S. stores in early May.
Goodbye blue: Assemblies of God starts big remodel of headquarters

1 month ago | ozarksfirst.com | Mike Landis

SPRINGFIELD, MO. – One of the bluest buildings in the Ozarks is undergoing a major remodel that’ll alter the look of the longtime landmark. In recent days, construction crews have started work on a major multi-million-dollar makeover of the Assemblies of God National Office at 1445 N. Boonville Ave. A rendering on site (see photo below) shows the big changes in store. This week, contractors have started removing some of the old blue exterior panels and replacing them with sections of dark glass.