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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Conclave diet, dining at Aldi, and doughnut deals
What do the Catholic Cardinals eat during the conclave? Have you ever had a desire to take Mom out for an Aldi dining experience? And no Real ID? No problem at Krispy Kreme! Learn more in today's edition of Coffee Break with Angela Luna and Tom Schmidt with Ozarks First. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KOLR -
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Climate
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Ozarks folklore: Good Friday planting, gardening superstitions
It's almost time to plant your crop or garden! You know what they say, Good Friday is the best time to get your plants in the ground. Ozarks First's Bailey Strohl researched some old Ozarks wive's tales, folklore and superstitions when it comes to planting this time of year and brought in Meteorologist Tom Schmidt to give his thoughts on some of the more unique traditions farmers and Native Americans have passed down through the years. Here's a list of some old Ozarks Folklore based on the book Folk Wisdom of the Ozarks by W.C. Jameson. Jameson mentions these sayings and sage advice was passed down through farming families so they could better manage their crops and provide an abundant harvest. It's based on the idea that plants and animals tend to follow predictable cycles in the spring. Good Friday is the best day of the year to begin planting. The best time for planting corn is when the oak leaves are the size of a squirrel's ear. Planting a garden on Sunday will bring bad luck. Use onion juice on an insecticide on squash plants. Plant hair cut from the head of a dead person with your seed and it will ensure a good crop. Sleep north to south or south to north, you will have a poor crop, sleep east to west or west to east, your crops will grow. If it rains before noon on Easter morning, it will rain for seven straight days. Have a simple minded person plant your cucumbers to guarantee a good crop. Ozarks First's very own Tom Trtan also contributed one very unique gardening tip he says was passed down to him from a local farmer… 'To determine when to plant, put your bare behind on the open soil, if it's too cold for you, it's too cold for your plants. If it's warm on your skin, go ahead and plant.' How many of these old Ozarks superstitions have you heard? Lets us know on the Ozarks First Facebook or Instagram pages. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
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April Fool's in the Ozarks: Local spots tease drone donut and fake In-N-Out location
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – From a drone that delivers donuts, a tuxedo and flip flop dress code, or one Ozarks First anchor joking about leaving the station, companies across the area had fun with April Fool's Day 2025. Here's a few of the jokes that Springfield-area businesses and agencies posted on their Facebook pages. 417 Foodist, a popular food review page, teased an In-N-Out Burger franchise opening in Springfield. Some commenters were quick to point out that the logo was spelled wrong. Hurts Donut was feeling especially silly on April 1, jokingly posting about a new drone donut delivery option called the dronut and a special Bloody Mary donut. Retro Metro made a cruel joke announcing the discontinuation of the flash fried spinach, which is a signature dish. Similarly, Spring Creek Tea Room, which is known for its desserts, joked that it would not be offering any sweet treats for customers on April 1. The tea room later came clean saying there would actually be a dozen desserts to choose from. The Howell County Sheriff's Office got a lot of reaction from its April Fool's Day Facebook post claiming a Tesla fleet would be replacing the county's current patrol trucks. Sunshine Animal Hospital posted that the clinic would only be accepting dinosaur and shark patients instead of cats and dogs. OXO Bar and Grill came up with a unique dress code that would get customers a discount called the flip flop formal special. Although it was a joke, customers could cash in for free chips and salsa if they really showed up in formal evening attire and flip flops. And last but not least, Ozarks First Daybreak Anchor Jesse Inman jokingly told early morning viewers that April 1 would be his last day on air. Thankfully his joke was short-lived as Meteorologist Tom Schmidt wasn't convinced whatsoever. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Coffee Break: Minecraft meals, best MLB stadium, reward for bad seats
Angela Luna and Tom Schmidt break down some of your fun Monday morning talkers. First, Minecraft is teaming up with Home Chef for some meals inspired by the video game and now movie. Next, find out what team is considered to have the best ballpark in Major League Baseball. Last, Coors Light is offering fans that go to concerts and games a reward for their seats with a bad view. Catch Daybreak beginning at 5 a.m. every weekday morning. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Climate
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First reaction to ‘The Twister: Caught in the Storm'
Most folks in the Ozarks will never forget May 22, 2011, when a catastrophic tornado ripped through Joplin, MO. 161 people were killed by the mile-wide tornado that came with winds over 200 MPH. This storm changed the lives of so many Ozarkians and a new documentary from Netflix is hoping to share some of the stories from that day. 'The Twister: Caught in the Storm' is currently streaming on Netflix. The documentary follows several people who were directly impacted by the tornado. Some had just graduated high school, some were visiting Joplin for the first time, and some were just going to work. All seemed business as usual. All of that changed at 5:37 PM when the tornado formed west of Joplin. It grew into a monster and tore a 22-mile-long path through the heart of the city. The documentary gives a full account of those who found themselves truly caught in the storm and is worth a watch on Netflix. Join Ozarks First Meteorologist Tom Schmidt and photojournalist Tim Leimkuhler to hear a firsthand account of the events that happened on May 22, 2011, and their first reactions to the must-watch documentary. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
