Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 - BBC has a new name. Plus, where the G.C. Health Dept is headed, temporarily. And, Pappy's is changing hands - what it means for the Springfield staple. And, some weekend plans you won't want to miss! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Another dreary weather day is on tap for the Ozarks! Abby will let you kn...
Jan 26, 2024•20 min
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 - Two establishments broken into- one of them possibly hate crime related. Where SPD is investigating. Plus, the interesting proposal in the legislature regarding control of local school districts. And, which pro football player is coming to town! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Rain and fog are out there ...
Jan 26, 2024•22 min
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 - What's next after an inmate death in a local jail. Plus, why Turbo Tax better be free for you. And, it's the annual State of the State address, what the governor is expected to talk about. That and much more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Patchy areas of dense fog are possible this morning. ...
Jan 24, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 385
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 - What else we've learned about the attack on a student at Hickory Hills. Plus, who may soon be carrying at a school near you. And, AI fake -- which political leader was targeted in a new AI scam. That and much more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - It's so much better across the Ozarks today! Te...
Jan 23, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 383
In Episode 32 of Around The Ozarks Rewind with Woody and Janet, tune in as they talk about how often you need to change your underwear, Fuzzy... we mean Itchy Bottoms, Woody's vendetta against the Dutch, listener letter asking when you realize you need to retire nightlife, a game of Normal or Nope, and more! Thanks to our sponsor Kaleidoscope , at the corner of Fremont and Sunshine! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 23, 2024•41 min•Season 2Ep. 382
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- what we know about a student assault at Hickory Hills school in SPS. Plus, how many dogs were rescued from sub-freezing temps at one Ozarks home. And, lots of Cardinals news, and some great Chiefs news, too! That and so much more right now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We've got widespread free...
Jan 22, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 381
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 - What's next for a local Marine's family who died while working in Ukraine. Plus, MSU has a short list - who is on it. And, where Andy's is closing down. That, and a weekend clinic for the pets, NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We are back to the deep freeze today with high temperatures in the ...
Jan 19, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 380
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5ish - Which university says no more snow days! Plus, make your voice heard on the I-44 re-pavement project. And, two local restaurants planning to expand outside the Ozarks. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Temperatures will climb above the freezing point again today! Abby has the d...
Jan 18, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 379
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5ish-- two beloved elementary schools closing. Plus, another Chick-Fil-A opens. Where a lawsuit against Panera stands. And, why Costco is cracking down on memberships. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Happy Wednesday! We will warm above the freezing point today, but the next round of...
Jan 17, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 378
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- the deep freeze continues. CU again asking for conservation. And, when SPS will make a decision on two big issues. Plus, Iowans turned out, despite the cold... what we learned. And, our guess as to when the biggest game in American sports will no longer be over-the-air. Tune in now! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up...
Jan 16, 2024•19 min•Season 2Ep. 377
In Episode 31 of Around The Ozarks Rewind with Woody and Janet, tune in as they talk about how 1996 & 2024 have the SAME EXACT CALENDAR, albums turning 50 this year, Janets' upcoming class reunion, what makes a person instantly UNATTRACTIVE, listener letters about infidelity in a relationship AND the struggle of hanging out with people that have never had children, and more! Thanks to our sponsor Kaleidoscope, at the corner of Fremont and Sunshine! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
Jan 16, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 376
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- the way Hillcrest is honoring a beloved teacher who was killed in a crash. Plus, how soon sports betting will be on your ballot-- and Sara's rant on why she thinks it's a bad idea. And, when a decision is expected on the future of a Springfield school. Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – It's another bitter ...
Jan 15, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 375
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- extreme cold.. for how long? And, how to go to that COLD CHIEFS game in-person! Plus, you are needed in two places this weekend to help our neighbors in need. How to help warming shelters-- and how to help OACAC! Plus, the STL Cards Caravan is coming through! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake ...
Jan 12, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 374
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- two good options for the Chiefs game! Plus, what's next for the development across from Mercy. And, how MO, specifically, is holding China's feet to the fire on COVID. That and much more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – Enjoy today because things change for us in a big way again on Friday! Thu...
Jan 11, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 373
In Around The Ozarks Sports Scene - Episode 13, Scott Puryear speaks with guests about the Bass Pro Shops Tournament of Champions! 36 of the 39 Bass Pro Tournament of Champions events to date were represented on the ATO Sports Scene podcast this week when host Scott Puryear, sat down with past tournament directors Dr. Edsel Matthews and Mark Fisher, and current director Josh Scott, to discuss their favorite stories and memories from the Ozarks' premier annual sporting event and the nation's most...
Jan 11, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 -- how to watch the Chiefs this weekend. Plus, when loved ones will celebrate a Springfield favorite. And, two big decisions on schools and developments. The latest on Robberson, and the possible new retail space across from Mercy. That and much more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Wind chill v...
Jan 10, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 371
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- the future for one SPS school building decided tonight. When you can weigh in. And, how much more money Springfield still has to give out for COVID business recovery. Plus, the latest entity to sue AI. What went wrong. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – Incredibly gusty winds and r...
Jan 09, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 370
In Episode 30 of Around The Ozarks Rewind with Woody and Janet, tune in as they talk about Woody's wife is losing her fastball, Janet's FAKE/BACKHANDED conversation, a bloomin onion at Outback Steakhouse, and random facts galore! Thanks to our sponsor Kaleidoscope, at the corner of Fremont and Sunshine! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 09, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 369
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- Ethan & Sara are happy to be back! In the news, the latest on Ozark's new school building, and when you can weigh in on its use. Plus, a beloved teacher gone too soon. And, which restaurant chain is expanding into the Ozarks. That and much more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – Incredibly g...
Jan 08, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 268
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 – Cardinals Caravan coming to the 417, Crime reports in Missouri and New Restaurants at 14 Mill Market, and young teen beats the game of Tetris. That and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – A wintry mix will fall today, but impacts should be limited. Abby has the details on snowfall totals and...
Jan 05, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 367
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 – Advancements in knee surgeries, Arc of the Ozarks new autism and neurodevelopment center now open, Art Museum renovation and temporary closure, and a new Sonic burger to try. That and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – Good morning! We're in for a cold, dry day today with highs in the low 4...
Jan 04, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 366
In Around The Ozarks Sports Scene - Episode 12, Scott Puryear speaks with Kickapoo High basketball alum, Leslie Hanchey. Leslie waited 15 years for her opportunity to be Head Coach of her alma mater, and now she has the Lady Chiefs off to an 11-1 start and a Pink & White title. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 04, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 – Local restaurants closing. Plus, Missouri summer EBT updates, White River Valley Electric Donates thousands to local teachers, Grand Opening for Wilson Logistics Arena and a cow on the loose on the freeway! That and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – We are waking up to some patchy fog in s...
Jan 03, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 364
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5 - Boil orders. Plus, minimum wage increase, Habitat for Humanity accepted unwanted Christmas decor, and Gypsy Rose was released from prison. That and more now on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Cold and cloudy weather will kick off the new year in the Ozarks! Abby is back with details on our next chan...
Jan 02, 2024•20 min•Season 2Ep. 363
In Episode 29 of Around The Ozarks Rewind with Woody and Janet, tune in as they talk about if they sell their dogs for 200,000 dollars, Janet's new transformative eyedrops, listener letter asking what's up with Jeep's and rubber ducks, the 'Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2024', Woody's take on new country, and more! Thanks to our sponsor Kaleidoscope, at the corner of Fremont and Sunshine! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 362
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5ish, some trouble for the company that operates scooters in downtown Springfield, a new gig for a successful Springfield businessman, a brand new home for a local family just in time for Christmas, when and where you can see Evangel University's annual Christmas concert, and how you can see 'Elf' on the very big screen, for free! Don't miss Around the Ozarks! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Gre...
Dec 22, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 361
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- why a man was justified in shooting. Plus, firefighters rejoice in new help for worst-case-scenario. And, where O'Reilly is headed now! Plus, three Christmas-time events for you and the fam. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – Rain returns to the Ozarks tonight and we are looking at...
Dec 21, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 360
In Around The Ozarks Sports Scene - Episode 11, Scott Puryear speaks with News-Leader sportswriter, Wyatt Wheeler. Scott and Wyatt talk about the Blue & Gold/Pink & White holiday high school hoops picks, young stars in the Ozarks, Bears & Lady Bears, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 21, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5-- a local student arrested for terrorist threats. Plus, which local school district is rising to the top of the state for academic performance. And, a local charity also heading near the top of Forbes. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather – Upper 50s are in the forecast today! Enjoy the ...
Dec 20, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 358
Today on Around the Ozarks in 5ish-- why AG Ashcroft says no interference in MO elections. Plus, SPS gets new report card grade, what the state had to say. And, beware pill takers, why one professor fears new tracking program could have unintended effect. And one business out, one back in-- what's coming and going in SGF. Tune in now and share! Thanks to our sponsors Adventure Cave Tours , Talking Rocks Cavern , The Butterfly Palace , Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and Roto-Rooter ! Today...
Dec 19, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 357