Missouri State football's backup quarterback competition heading into fall camp just got a little more interesting.

An "infestation of thrips" may sound like the title of an episode of Star Trek, but it's no fun for a gardener. Here's how to ...

Washington poet Eric Ode often finds ideas while out walking. Here he shares a poem inspired by the prickly (or not) holly ...

Those wanting to privatize Holder Road say the volume of traffic has led to safety concerns, while others argue diverting ...

This writer describes the importance of Medicaid for her family after their daughter was diagnosed with a rare and severe form of epilepsy.

In other business news, a Springfield company celebrates 50 years and another was part of Macy's 4th of July Fireworks show ...

There is a lot to consider when making home decisions, and the complexities and process can seem overwhelming. Here are a few ...

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield's Hallowed Ground Speaker Series will be at 1 p.m. Sundays starting July 6 and continue ...

From restaurants dumping grease down the wrong sink to leaving a dirty scrub brush on thawing seafood, it's been a busy week ...

Richard "Biff" Williams has made major hires, broken ground on new projects and completed a new strategic plan for Missouri ...

Also in restaurant news, Great Escape Beer Works moves to a new location and a game store now serves coffee and snacks.

Dawn Medley, who grew up in Missouri, was recently named Missouri State University's vice president for enrollment management ...