Around the Ozarks News and Wake Up Weather
Start your morning with Around The Ozarks! Listen to Around The Ozarks News and Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather every weekday morning for a great way to start the day. Around The Ozark News is a weekday update from Ethan and Sara Forhetz. Ethan and Sara share what hyper-local events and non-profit opportunities are coming up Around The Ozarks, as well as keep you up to date with local weather, local groups making a difference, and share heartwarming stories about upstanding people who live Around the Ozarks. Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather is a weekday weather podcast from meteorologist Abby Dyer. Abby will share the daily forecast every weekday morning at 5 a.m. Wake Up Weather is for anyone, from a weather enthusiast to someone who wants a quick forecast while getting ready for work. Also, every weekday after the forecast, Abby will have a trivia question called the Brain Twister!
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01-20-25
Monday, January 20, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Inauguration day without MSU's Pride Marching Band, what went wrong. MLK, Jr. March steps off this morning! A local Walgreens on the chopping block. That and much more news NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Incredibly cold today! Highs will stay in the low 20s with dry conditions expected most of the week. A rare winter storm takes aim for the South today - Abby has all the details on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our sponso...
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01-17-25
Friday, January 17, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A chemical burn at a food plant in Arkansas- what went wrong. Nixa woman gets 12 years, what led up to that sentence. Evangel gets endowment money to help rural churches, while Ozarks Tech is training up more medically-minded students. That and much more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - It is the warmest day of the week! Enjoy the 50s because a powerful cold front comes through tonight and will bring a major drop in temperatures for the week...
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01-16-25
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Layoffs in Republic-which company, and how many. A scam you need to know about targeting your mail box and cell phone. MSU getting a facelift for the arts building! And TOC starts tonight! That and more news-- NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny with high temperatures in the upper 40s today! Enjoy the warmer temperatures while they last... Abby has the details on a major cold snap heading our way. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Me...
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01-15-25
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - An impressive tool for SPS parents. Food info labels about to be a lot more detailed. A local sheriff on the wrong side of the law. And how much more stimulus money is on the way to some taxpayers. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks News - An impressive tool for SPS parents. Food info labels about to be a lot more detailed. A local sheriff on the wrong side of the law. And how much more stimulus money is on the way to some taxpayers. That and mor...
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01-14-25
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - What investigators ruled on the mountain coaster crash in Branson. Springfield could annex some land-- in what direction they are looking. New governor takes office, what his main priority is. Eagles are back! How many have already been spotted in MO! Tune in and share! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Our temperatures are heading in the right direction, but it will still be a cold day! 30s for central Mo and low 40s for the Springfield area. Find out wh...
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01-13-25
Monday, January 13, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Why a Greene County man will NEVER leave prison. The local charity helping folks in LA. A dramatic rescue from a local pond. Police officer crisis averted in icy highway. Chiefs fans, weigh in. Will they choose KS or MO? That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Bundle up as you head out the door this morning! Temperatures will stay below freezing, but we will at least get some sunshine! Abby is here to let you know when yet ANOTHER pus...
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01-10-25
Friday, January 10, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Snow here, fire elsewhere, the latest on the crazy weather. An investigation worth a mention that involves a Branson business. Springfield lands a BIG sporting event for years to come. That and our Chiefs tickets winner, NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We are waking up to a messy morning commute in the Ozarks! Abby is here to let us know when the snow showers will end and what this means for our weekend temperatures. Thanks to our sponsors...
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01-09-25
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Wildfires out West. DESE has a new plan to keep teachers. Timken has layoffs. And Chiefs tickets are coming to a winner near you! That, and how we can all pitch in for a cleaner city, NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - More snow on the way! Abby has the details on Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings. Expect some tricky travel Friday morning! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and John's Heating and Air! See...
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01-08-25
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - 20 lawmakers going after public defender's office. What they say is "outrageous" practices. Lawmakers are back in session-- one major issue they'll take up. Where affordable housing is going in in Springfield. And, Chiefs tickets for the playoff game up for grabs. Tune in to win! NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Brrrr! Grab all the layers as you head out the door today! Abby is here to let you know when the temperatures will climb back abo...
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01-07-25
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Dangerous cold continues, and when we could see more snow. A would-be suicide by cop thwarted by local police. What officers say happened. How you can watch MSU's band at the upcoming presidential inauguration And a beloved judge passes away in Springfield. How seniors can freeze their property taxes, and more money in the state's general revenue fund. Tune in NOW and share! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - More snow?! Abby has the details on when anot...
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01-06-25
Monday, January 6, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - How much snow piled up in some parts of the country! And Springfield's homicide rate heading in the right direction. Which bills MO lawmakers are looking at. And, Chiefs tickets for YOU! Tune in and win! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - The winter storm is moving east, but we will still feel the impacts today! There are still many dangerous spots on the roads and extreme cold to contend with today - listen to Abby's forecast to start your Monday! Thank...
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01-03-25
Friday, January 3, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News - The latest on all things New Orleans and cyber truck attack. Plus, what a federal declaration means for many Ozarks counties. Good news on our roadways over the holiday. And, Vietti Marketing and ATO giving away BIG tickets for the Chiefs Divisional Playoff game! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Good morning! Abby is here with all the details you need to know on the winter storm heading our way this weekend. Who sees rain, freezing rain, sleet and sno...
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01-02-25
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Today on Around the Ozarks News – What we're learning about the NO terrorist attack suspect. Plus, the terms for dropping civil suit against SPS. And, how much more it'll cost to ship via USPS. Tune in and share! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - All eyes on the winter weather heading our way for the weekend! Abby has a fresh forecast with what you can expect to arrive late Saturday night - Monday morning. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and John's Heating and Ai...
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12-31-24
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News – Don't forget to pay your taxes! A look at the new laws taking effect! How much Ozarks Tech is getting from the government. That and which Springfield store is expanding- NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Much cooler for the last day of 2024! Abby is here to let you know what kind of weather the new year will bring and has a look at potential wintry weather for the weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and John's He...
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12-30-24
Monday, December 30, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - The Forhetz Team is back! News on The Kitchen's recent expansion. Plus, Cox North getting renovations, too! Why City Utilities wants to control your thermostat, and how much they'll pay you to do so! That and the latest on the Blue and Gold, NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Happy Monday! The weather will be warm and windy in the Ozarks today with highs in the 60s and winds gusting to 30 mph. Abby is here to update you on cooler temperatures...
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12-20-24
Friday, December 20, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A Hollister teacher wins a BIG AWARD! Battlefield Christmas Parade has been canceled, but why? Branson Fish Hatchery has reopened! What restaurants will be open on Christmas day? Plus our FINAL BRANSON BOWL WINNER! All that and MORE, RIGHT HERE on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Cold, sunny and breezy in the Ozarks on this Friday! Abby is here to detail the weekend travel forecast and has a special guest to wish you a Merry Christmas! Tune i...
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12-19-24
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A potential pro soccer stadium in the works for Springfield! A major building collapse in Aurora. Are we about to lose TikTok for good? A local coffee shop closing a location. The Mega Millions is growing! Plus CONTESTS! All that and more RIGHT HERE on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We've got a warmer day ahead today with sunshine and high temperatures in the 50s. Abby is here to let you know when wind chill values could drop to the single d...
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12-18-24
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News – Update on the PPP fraud case against a local restaurateur. People are stilllll talking about the debacle of what to do with the lot on the corner of Sunshine and National. Lots of new things coming to Springfield, including some sports tournaments and a temple! Also, a sweet new baby giraffe at Dickerson Park Zoo. And don’t forget about our Chiefs contests!! All of that and more RIGHT NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Some patchy fog is...
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12-17-24
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News – A new Chase Bank location in Springfield! A cool new classroom for Special Education students unveiled in Ozark. Can you legally shoot down a drone in Missouri? Your chance to be an Ozarks Lunker! Contests galore and a WINNER of Deck the Ozarks! All that and more NOW on ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We have another mild day in the forecast with a chance for rain late tonight. Abby is here to detail the best rain chances and will let you kno...
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12-16-24
Monday, December 16, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News – Some local teenagers getting a big break! Are we going to see the end of Daylight Savings Time once and for all? A new Missouri law passed about school year requirements that you’ll want to know as a parent. Scam calls are on the rise in the Ozarks… AND lots of updates about nonprofits and events in the area RIGHT HERE on ATO NEWS! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Mild temperatures to start the week, but it will be a bit breezy today! Abby is here to de...
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12-13-24
Friday, December 13, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A local man released from a Syrian prison. MSU getting huge Arts upgrade. Where road construction is wrapping up. Just how many quakes were registered in recent days in the Bootheel. That and more, NOW! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Mild again today with highs in the low 50s. Abby is here to detail the rain chances expected tonight and has a look at the wind forecast for the weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and John's...
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12-12-24
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Property tax freeze? When seniors will enjoy that benefit. City Council names interim city manager soon, when applicants will be turned in for the permanent job. Evangel gets quite the gift, how much came their way. Contests and prizes could be yours! Tune in now! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Cold to start, but the warmer weather arrives today! Highs will land in the upper 50s with plenty of sunshine. Abby is here with details on rain chances that r...
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12-11-24
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - A school fire leads to early dismissal. Another house fire burned down an infamous SGF house- what happened there decades ago. MO AG sues Taney Co. biz. What went wrong. Plus two competitions you will want to take part in. Tune in! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Another cold start with a few snowflakes in central Missouri! Abby is here to let you know when the 50 degree temperatures return! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and...
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12-10-24
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Sports betting is now legal in MO. How long before the real bets take place. Smell smoke? When and where it is to be expected. Why a Springfield man is in trouble for frequenting Bass Pro. Chiefs gear and WOW passes up for grabs. Tune in NOW! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Much colder today with highs near 40 degrees and a northwest wind from 10-20 mph. The wind chill will make it feel more like the mid 20s so grab an extra layer and tune into Around T...
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12-09-24
Monday, December 9, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Why a Branson attraction business could be in big trouble. MSU already on hunt for new provost. Why Reeds Spring Pizza is on hold. Football galore! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Mild temperatures today but it is a dreary start with low clouds, drizzle and fog. Abby is here to let you know when the sunshine returns and when cooler weather returns.Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine and John's Heating and Air...
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12-06-24
Friday, December 6, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Lots of Christmas-time events happening THIS weekend! Another big sporting event expected to bring in big money! Why some Ozarks residents should brace themselves for a blast tonight! That and more NOW! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - We've got another cold start with temperatures in the teens! Abby is here to talk about warmer temperatures for the weekend and will let you know when rain moves in. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine...
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12-05-24
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Crisis averted in the Mercy-Anthem insurance negotiations. The scam police are warning you about. Anew place for pet owners to say good-bye to those members of the family. Details on two great contests where you can win awesome prizes! Tune into Around the Ozarks News with Ethan and Sara now! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Wind chill values are in the single digits to start ad we are in for a MUCH colder day! Bundle up and listen to Around the Ozark...
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12-04-24
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Updates on two national cases from the Ozarks. SPS foundation making good money for kids! An open house tonight if you care to learn about Springfield new zoning and neighborhood codes. Two contests with BIG prizes. Score Chiefs tickets and WOW tickets! Tune in! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Warmer today, but gusty south winds will blow up to 35 mph! Abby is here to let us know when the single digit wind chills return! Thanks to our sponsors, Command...
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12-03-24
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Galloway getting updates, what that means for roads. Death row inmate faces lethal injection tonight, the case that rocked a small Ozarks town. City Council decides fate of pro soccer team coming to town. That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Temperatures are in the teens to start but there is a warm-up on the way! Find out when temperatures will make it back to the 50s and how long that warmer air will stick around. Thanks to our s...
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12-02-24
Monday, December 2, 2024
Today on Around the Ozarks News - Professional soccer in Springfield? The latest on an effort for a new team. How much sales at brick and mortar stores were up. How to score free tickets to the Chiefs game, and to Wonders of Wildlife! That and more NOW on ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - You need all the layers this morning with frigid temperatures to start us off! Abby is here to talk about winds that are expected this afternoon and when the temperatures will make it above freezin...
