SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Rick King has seen a lot when it comes to emergency response. He’s volunteered with the Red Cross’s Disaster Relief Team for the last 18 years, and has helped victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Katrina, and the Joplin tornado, to name a few. But, the former firefighter says that hasn’t changed the impact of how dangerous the situations are … Read More
Athletes at Central High School raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Ozarks
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Starting at 6 a.m. McDonald’s across the Ozarks will sell a limited-edition “Chiefs Kingdom” flags for Red Friday. The Springfield Central football team and the fellowship of Christian Athletes at Central will help out with the fundraiser. They’ll be at the McDonald’s on National Avenue south of St. Louis Street. Proceeds from the flags will go to support … Read More
Local organizations help kids prepare for school
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Many in the community dropped off scissors, paper and other schools supplies to Chick-Fil-A on Glenstone Monday night. James River Church along with Chick-Fil-A hosted the eighth annual Stuff the Bus. “It helps the students get exactly what they need for learning,” Josh Longanecker, Director of Church and Community Care at James River Church, said. “We believe the … Read More
United Way Day of Caring helps nonprofits across SW MO
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Thursday is United Way Day of Caring, and more than 2,000 volunteers spread out across the community helping with a large variety of projects. You may have seen some of the volunteers wearing blue “Live United” shirts. The United Way of the Ozarks is the main organizer of the day of caring, but they were also one … Read More
Branson Senior Center needs more volunteers
The Branson-Hollister Senior Center is requesting more volunteers. There are opportunities to serve behind the scenes in the kitchen or out on meal delivery routes. “Lots of times, we are the only people that these older folks get to visit with and to see. We just get attached to them,” Gaylene Coots said. With up to 1,000 meals total served … Read More
Wright Brothers
MT. VERNON, Mo. Mention the Wright Brothers, and you think of Orville and Wilbur, the aviation pioneers. But in Mt. Vernon, it’s Ronnie and Donnie, twins known for their community service for more than half a century. 72 year-old Ronnie Wright has been driving a taxi in Mt. Vernon for 26 years. He knows every inch of the town, right … Read More
Thomas Zeller
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — This year’s Red Cross Volunteer winner of the Everyday Hero award is someone who, appropriately, is giving back everyday. Those who nominated him say he’s working hard to make communities in Missouri and around the nation, a better place. Thomas Zeller is a busy guy. The Red Cross Volunteer has a lot on his plate, and in … Read More
Crissy Carsten
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Crissy Carsten’s career at Jack Henry keeps her plenty busy. She builds data bases for banks across the country, almost always working much more than a 40 hour week. But it’s her volunteer work after hours that makes Crissy a remarkable “Everyday Hero.” The woman who nominated Crissy for that honor from the American Red Cross is … Read More
Join Us in Celebration of our 2018 Everyday Heroes
Come ready to be inspired as we celebrate our local heroes at the American Red Cross Everyday Heroes Luncheon on Wednesday, March 21st. Every year, the American Red Cross of Southern Missouri and KY3 honor local individuals who make a difference in our community with Everyday Hero awards. This year, the Red Cross will recognize individuals in six categories, including: … Read More
Springfield ‘Ride Extreme’ Volunteer Heads Back to Nicaragua
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3/KSPR) – A local volunteer heads back to South America this week for a special groundbreaking. Gary Wilson, the Mission Director with High Street Baptist Church, went to Nicaragua last April with the group ‘Ride Extreme for Youth Extreme.’ It took Wilson 15 days to ride a motorcycle to the South American country. Wilson ended the trip by … Read More