By Tyler Wayne Published: Mar. 10, 2026 at 11:28 AM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Springfield’s Harmony House is marking 50 years of providing shelter, advocacy, education, and support to survivors of domestic violence in 2026. The organization said the anniversary is both a celebration of its progress and a reaffirmation of its mission to support survivors and advance the belief that … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Feb. 24, 2026 at 10:25 AM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – KY3’s Tyler Wayne and Springfield’s Lost and Found Grief Center Mark Miller explain how the organization assists those grieving the loss of a loved one. To learn more about Lost and Found Grief Center by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Mar. 3, 2026 at 10:16 AM CST|Updated: 59 minutes ago SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – CASA of Southwest Missouri is seeking volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in foster care across the Ozarks. The organizations provide court advocacy for children in the foster care system. CASA of Southwest Missouri serves Greene, Christian, and Taney counties. Volunteers serve … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Feb. 10, 2026 at 10:59 AM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The Springfield Dream Center serves as a hub of practical help and hope for families in Springfield. Located in Zone 1, the Dream Center enables donors and supporters to make a direct impact in the community. The facility provides resources and long-term skills training to help families … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:11 AM CST|Updated: 9 minutes ago SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The need for volunteers at Springfield’s Ozarks Food Harvest is increasing as demand for assistance rises. KY3’s Tyler Wayne and the Ozarks Food Harvest’s Sarah Byrd discuss opportunities. Check out more volunteer opportunities on Volunteer Ozarks by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Jan. 27, 2026 at 1:33 PM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Want to volunteer? KY3’s Tyler Wayne and the Greater Ozarks United Way’s Brandon Jenson discuss volunteer opportunities for nonprofits across the Ozarks. Check out Volunteer Ozarks by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include the article info in the subject line of the … Read More

By KY3 Staff Published: Jan. 20, 2026 at 8:49 PM CST|Updated: 15 hours ago SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Ozarks Food Harvest is asking the community to make a resolution to help end hunger this year. The food bank says volunteer numbers drop off after the holiday season, so officials are asking community members to volunteer six times between January and March. Jordan Browning … Read More

By KY3 Staff Published: Jan. 13, 2026 at 4:48 PM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Community Partnership of the Ozarks urgently needs volunteers for its “Every One Counts” campaign, a community-wide effort to capture a vital snapshot of homelessness and help shape future housing and support services. CPO, along with local partners and volunteers, will canvas streets, shelters, vehicles and abandoned … Read More

By KY3 Staff Published: Dec. 2, 2025 at 9:31 PM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The Humane Society of Southwest Missouri launched a last-minute push for donations on Giving Tuesday as the shelter faces one of its busiest years in recent memory. The shelter received about $10,000 in donations by Tuesday afternoon. The board of directors continues to match donations until … Read More

By KY3 Staff Published: Aug. 23, 2025 at 7:21 PM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -A garden spot you’ll recognize from KY3’s weekday newscasts got a cleanup along Fassnight Creek Saturday morning. Bass Pro Shops held a stream team cleanup this morning, along with Fassnight Creek Farms’ Farmer Dan. The Fassnight Creek Farm thanked the volunteers for spending their morning working to keep … Read More