September 21-27, 2025

National Farm Safety and Health Week. 10 60-second reports to commemorate the hard work of our nation’s producers and to promote safety issues. 

September 21-27, 2025
National Farm Safety and Health Week. 10 60-second reports to commemorate the hard work of our nation&rsquo;s producers and to promote safety issues.&nbsp;

National Farm Safety and Health Specailty Program

105.1 The Bull has everything a county music lover could ask for! 105.1 The Bull is Ozarks Best Country, with Summer in the morning, Crews in the midday, Ray in the afternoon, and Corbin in the evening, focusing on all of the happenings in the Ozarks. With local focus, country music that locals love, and locally-owned 105.1 The Bull is the entertainment choice for you.

105.1 The Bull has everything a county music lover could ask for! 105.1 The Bull is Ozarks Best Country, with Summer in the morning, Crews in the midday, Ray in the afternoon, and Corbin in the evening, focusing on all of the happenings in the Ozarks. With local focus, country music that locals love, and locally-owned 105.1 The Bull is the entertainment choice for you.

105.1 The Bull

2026 National Ag Week 3

MDC’s Sara Karnes joined Grace on Around the Ozarks Mornings to share what’s happening during the first half of June across the Ozarks! Because summer is packed with activities, the "In the Weeds" segment is expanding to twice a month, so stay tuned! 👀

Events & Programs

Summer Hatchery Tours: Head to Branson for daily tours at the Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (runs through September).
Kids Fish Free Day: This Saturday (June 6th) at Kellogg Lake in Carthage, kids 15 and under can fish for free from 8:00 AM to noon.
Birds of Prey: Learn about local raptors like hawks and eagles at the Joplin Public Library on June 9th.
Virtual Squirrel Hunting: Tune in June 9th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM to learn the basics of this traditional Ozark pastime.
Pond Management Workshop: Discover how to build a natural floating wetland filtration system to clear up pond algae on June 16th.
Nesting Birds: Discover why local birds are building nests (even in odd places) at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center on June 17th from 10:00 AM to noon.

For full details, plans, and schedules, check out mdc.mo.gov or visit aroundtheozarks.com!

MDC&rsquo;s Sara Karnes joined Grace on&nbsp;Around the Ozarks Mornings&nbsp;to share what&rsquo;s happening during the first half of June across the Ozarks! Because summer is packed with activities, the "In the Weeds" segment is expanding to twice a month, so stay tuned! 👀
Events &amp; Programs 
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<li>Summer Hatchery Tours: Head to Branson for daily tours at the Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery from&nbsp;10:00 AM to 2:30 PM&nbsp;(runs through September).</li>
<li>Kids Fish Free Day: This Saturday (June 6th) at Kellogg Lake in Carthage, kids 15 and under can fish for free from&nbsp;8:00 AM to noon.</li>
<li>Birds of Prey: Learn about local raptors like hawks and eagles at the Joplin Public Library on&nbsp;June 9th.</li>
<li>Virtual Squirrel Hunting: Tune in&nbsp;June 9th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM&nbsp;to learn the basics of this traditional Ozark pastime.</li>
<li>Pond Management Workshop: Discover how to build a natural floating wetland filtration system to clear up pond algae on&nbsp;June 16th.</li>
<li>Nesting Birds: Discover why local birds are building nests (even in odd places) at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center on&nbsp;June 17th from 10:00 AM to noon.</li>
</ul>
For full details, plans, and schedules, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://mdc.mo.gov/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwj_sM6CtOmUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQaA" data-linkindex="0">mdc.mo.gov</a>&nbsp;or visit&nbsp;<a href="https://aroundtheozarks.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-hveid="0" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwj_sM6CtOmUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQaQ" data-linkindex="1">aroundtheozarks.com</a>!

In the Weeds - Summer Fun with the Missouri Department of Conservation

An absolute country music powerhouse is heading straight for the Ozarks this weekend!

With 10 number-one hits, 22 top-ten singles, and over three decades of timeless music under their belts, Lonestar is bringing their Keeps Getting Better tour to Silver Dollar City’s Echo Hollow this Saturday, June 6.

Grace caught up with Lonestar's legendary drummer, Keech Rainwater, to chat about the big show. Trust us—you do not want to miss this performance. Keech revealed that our local Ozarks crowd will be the absolute first to experience their completely revamped live production!

What’s Waiting For You in the Full Interview:
The Big Production Shake-up: Keech explains exactly how they are rearranging their entire setlist specifically for this leg of the tour.
Surprise 80s Covers & New Music: Hear the details on their upcoming Iconic Volume 2 project, why they decided to tackle the 1980s, and what happened when the whole band sat down to write brand-new original tracks.
Keech’s Two Favorite On-Stage Moments: Find out what keeps the band energized after 30+ years on the road.

Catch the Show Live: Don't miss your chance to sing along to "Amazed," "I'm Already There," and "My Front Porch Lookin' In" live under the stars.
When: This Saturday, June 6 at 6:00 PM
Where: Echo Hollow Amphitheater at Silver Dollar City
Admission: Concert admission is FREE with your regular park admission. Seating is strictly first-come, first-served, so be sure to get there early to grab a spot!

Want to guarantee a seat? You can secure premium reserved tickets online right now at silverdollarcity.com.

An absolute country music powerhouse is heading straight for the Ozarks this weekend!
With 10 number-one hits, 22 top-ten singles, and over three decades of timeless music under their belts, Lonestar&nbsp;is bringing their&nbsp;Keeps Getting Better&nbsp;tour to Silver Dollar City&rsquo;s Echo Hollow this Saturday, June 6.
Grace caught up with Lonestar's legendary drummer, Keech Rainwater, to chat about the big show. Trust us&mdash;you do&nbsp;not&nbsp;want to miss this performance. Keech revealed that our local Ozarks crowd will be the absolute first to experience their completely revamped live production!
What&rsquo;s Waiting For You in the Full Interview:
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<li>The Big Production Shake-up:&nbsp;Keech explains exactly how they are rearranging their entire setlist specifically for this leg of the tour.</li>
<li>Surprise 80s Covers &amp; New Music:&nbsp;Hear the details on their upcoming&nbsp;Iconic Volume 2&nbsp;project, why they decided to tackle the 1980s, and what happened when the whole band sat down to write brand-new original tracks.</li>
<li>Keech&rsquo;s Two Favorite On-Stage Moments:&nbsp;Find out what keeps the band energized after 30+ years on the road.</li>
</ul>
Catch the Show Live: Don't miss your chance to sing along to "Amazed," "I'm Already There," and "My Front Porch Lookin' In" live under the stars.
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<li>When:&nbsp;This Saturday, June 6 at 6:00 PM</li>
<li>Where:&nbsp;Echo Hollow Amphitheater at Silver Dollar City</li>
<li>Admission:&nbsp;Concert admission is&nbsp;FREE&nbsp;with your regular park admission. Seating is strictly first-come, first-served, so be sure to get there early to grab a spot!</li>
</ul>
Want to guarantee a seat? You can secure premium reserved tickets online right now at silverdollarcity.com.

Lonestar is Coming to Silver Dollar City!

St. Louis native and Mizzou All-American wrestler Greg Warren is bringing his "Impulse Buy Tour" to the Gillioz Theatre this Saturday, April 11!In his latest interview with Around the Ozarks Mornings, Greg chats with Grace about:
His Wrestling & Band Roots: How he balanced being a varsity wrestler and a first-chair clarinetist.
Working with Nate Bargatze: His role as the announcer for Nate’s new game show, The Greatest Average American, and the hilarious moment Nate was stumped by a first-grade question.

Don't miss the man who proves you can be a varsity athlete and a band geek at the same time!

When: Saturday, April 11Where: The Gillioz Theatre, Springfield, MOTickets: gregwarrencomedy.com or gillioz.org

St. Louis native and Mizzou All-American wrestler&nbsp;Greg Warren&nbsp;is bringing his "Impulse Buy Tour" to the&nbsp;Gillioz Theatre&nbsp;this&nbsp;Saturday, April 11!In his latest interview with&nbsp;Around the Ozarks Mornings, Greg chats with Grace about:
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<li>His Wrestling &amp; Band Roots:&nbsp;How he balanced being a varsity wrestler and a first-chair clarinetist.</li>
<li>Working with Nate Bargatze:&nbsp;His role as the announcer for Nate&rsquo;s new game show,&nbsp;The Greatest Average American, and the hilarious moment Nate was stumped by a first-grade question.</li>
</ul>
Don't miss the man who proves you can be a varsity athlete and a band geek at the same time!
When:&nbsp;Saturday, April 11Where:&nbsp;The Gillioz Theatre, Springfield, MOTickets:&nbsp;<a href="http://gregwarrencomedy.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwj_pv2NxtmTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQows" data-hveid="0" data-linkindex="0">gregwarrencomedy.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://gillioz.org/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-ved="0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwj_pv2NxtmTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQpAs" data-hveid="0" data-linkindex="1">gillioz.org</a>

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