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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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Episodes

  • 12-20-24

    Friday, December 20, 2024

    24 minutes

    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

    25 minutes

    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

    19 minutes

    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

    18 minutes

    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

    22 minutes

    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

    19 minutes

    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

    16 minutes

    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

    20 minutes

    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

    16 minutes

    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

    20 minutes

    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

    18 minutes

    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

    17 minutes

    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

    15 minutes

    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

    16 minutes

    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

    21 minutes

    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...

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  • 11-27-24

    Wednesday, November 27, 2024

    22 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Local businesses wanting to earn your dollars this weekend! A new restaurant opening in SGF. The latest on the marijuana sales tax. Two competitions worth winning! 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 - Rain chances are in the forecast for some this evening! Abby is here with the holiday travel forecast and lets you know where we could see SNOW this weekend. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​ and John's Heating and Air! ...

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  • 11-26-24

    Tuesday, November 26, 2024

    21 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - SPS making  better grade! MO judge rules on minors getting transgender care. O'Reilly handing out the big bucks! That and TWO contests with BIG prizes. 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 - Brrrr! Temperatures are in the 20s to start but we have sunshine on the way today! Abby is here to detail the Thanksgiving travel forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​ and John's Heating and Air!See omnystudio.com/listener for ...

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  • 11-25-24

    Monday, November 25, 2024

    18 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - A good ending to the search for a missing teenager, plus Missouri State's Board of Governors makes a decision about the fate of the school's new president, a busy intersection is now open after construction closed it, and how you can enter to win a signed Chiefs jersey! Also, Ethan will update you his hunting trip with their boy over the weekend. Tune in NOW to ATO News! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Much colder today behind a cold front! Temperatures...

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  • 11-22-24

    Friday, November 22, 2024

    19 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Warming shelters had to open. MSU president gets "no confidence" vote, what happens next. An officer involved shooting in Springfield, what led up to the ordeal. Chiefs tickets winner announced! And who is responsible for breaking into Chief's houses. Tune in 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 below freezing this morning so bundle up! Abby has your full weekend preview and an early look at the Thanksgiving travel forecast. Th...

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  • 11-21-24

    Thursday, November 21, 2024

    20 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Who is responsible for Walmart's sales gains. A new restaurant going up in Springfield! A cool partnership between Ozarks Tech and Drury. That--and Chiefs tickets to win! 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 - Below average temperatures today with highs in the middle 40s! Add an extra layer to your outfit! Abby is here with a very early look of the Thanksgiving forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​ and John's Heat...

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  • 11-20-24

    Wednesday, November 20, 2024

    19 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Why some local charities might not see a big check after all. Jingle has arrived, where to go to see the lights. Was it an accident or not? Mountain lion killed by hunter. Chiefs tickets up for grabs. Tune in NOW and WIN! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales!  Today on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Sunny, but COLD in the Ozarks today! Abby is here with details on the wind chill and when you can expect temperatures to warm back up! Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​ and John's H...

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  • 11-19-24

    Tuesday, November 19, 2024

    18 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - SPS gives more details about upcoming layoffs. Drury announces new clinic on campus. How many refugees were resettled in MO.  A new restaurant opens in Ozark. Chiefs tickets up for grabs. Tune in NOW for ATO! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales! Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - The sun returns today! Abby is here to detail when cooler air will arrive in the Ozarks and has an early look at the weekend forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​ and John's Heating and Air...

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  • 11-18-24

    Monday, November 18, 2024

    17 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Layoff and let-gos at SPS-- why money is running out. One local hospital NOT making the grade, which one is no longer "A" material. Plus, water mains are fixed- how many were affected this weekend. That and Chiefs tickets giveaway! 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 - We have high winds to start the week along with rain and storm chances. Abby is here to detail the severe weather chances later today. Tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Wea...

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  • 11-15-24

    Friday, November 15, 2024

    15 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Missouri asking for federal disaster help, lots of generosity to tell you about in the Ozarks, a lot of big football games for Missouri teams this weekend (and some not good news about the Chiefs). Join Ethan and Sara for news! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales!   Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - Some are dealing with fog this morning but the weekend is shaping up to be a nice one. Abby has the details on thunderstorms for next week and the pattern shift ahead. Thanks to our sponsors, Res...

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  • 11-14-24

    Thursday, November 14, 2024

    24 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Lots of drugs off the streets in one local town. The outbreak continues. The latest on the McDonald's food poisoning case. A new restaurant coming to an old site. A good reason to go to the Zoo! Tune in! Thanks to our sponsors Springfield-Greene County Park Board, BluCurrent, and Thompson Sales!  Today on Around The Ozarks Wake Up Weather - The sun is back today! Abby is here with a weekend preview and also a sneak peak at a powerful storm system set to move into the Ozarks next week. Tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather now! Thanks to our sponsors, ...

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  • 11-13-24

    Wednesday, November 13, 2024

    17 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Springfield homeowners, you may need new water lines, paperwork is in the mail. High taxation on marijuana about to get lowered. Maverick will rebrand- how many stores are getting a face lift. Chiefs gear 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 - Rain for the Ozarks today! Abby is here to let you know what time the skies will clear and has a preview of the weekend forecast. Thanks to our sponsors, Rescue Towing at 470-4-TOW (4869), Com...

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  • 11-12-24

    Tuesday, November 12, 2024

    15 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Allegiant flyers, this is news for you. Sara's childhood hero gets posthumous honor. Which MO leaders says "no" to possible Pres. Trump nod. 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 - We have another nice day on tap! Abby is here to let you know when rain returns and has a preview of weekend temperatures! Thanks to our sponsors, Rescue Towing at 470-4-TOW (4869), Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, and John's Heating and Air!See omnystudio.co...

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  • 11-11-24

    Monday, November 11, 2024

    15 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Flash flooding claims the lives of two in the Ozarks. MSU's new prez apologizing for inappropriate gesture during his former tenure. Evangel loses a good man. Three state teams showing off this weekend. 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 - Chilly this morning, but it will end up being a great day to get outside in the Ozarks! Abby is here to let you know where temperatures will hit 70 degrees and when rain returns to our forecast. T...

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  • 11-08-24

    Friday, November 8, 2024

    15 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - A surprise for Veterans and active service members. How many tornadoes we saw Monday night! Which Springfield leader was named to a big position in politics. 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 - Rain on the way tonight! Find out if flooding is a concern for the weekend on Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather. Thanks to our sponsors, Rescue Towing at 470-4-TOW (4869), Command Family Medicine​​​​​​​, and John's Heating and Air!See omny...

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  • 11-07-24

    Thursday, November 7, 2024

    15 minutes

    Today on Around the Ozarks News - Out with the old, in with the new. When the old K-Mart will be no more, and what's going on with multiple Wendy's locations. The timeline for the new minimum wage law. Chiefs tickets for free- how to win! 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 - More patchy fog is possible this morning. Abby is here to talk about when rain returns and lets you know what this means for our flooding threat. Tune into Around the Ozarks Wake Up Weather now! Thank...

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