People are fascinated by hummingbirds and the way they dart and hover around feeders and some native flowering plants is truly remarkable. People can learn about hummingbirds at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Birds: Hummingbirds of Missouri” on March 28. This free online program will be from 1-2 p.m. and is being […]
The highly anticipated Carthage Chamber Biz Expo is back, bringing a full day of networking, prizes, and opportunities to connect with local businesses. Mark your calendars for March 29 and join us at Carthage Memorial Hall for this must-attend community event! From home improvement and banking to healthcare and more, dozens of local businesseswill be […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Missouri River Bird Observatory (MRBO), and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) invite both new and experienced birders to join in a special series of free birding webinars in preparation for the first ever Missouri Birding Challenge (MBC) -- May 1-15! […]
Trapping fur-bearers and selling the pelts is an activity that has a long history in Missouri and is still enjoyed by some outdoor enthusiasts today. People interested in trapping who want tips on preparing a pelt for selling should plan to attend “Trapping: Fur Handling,” a free program April 5 at the Missouri Department of […]
There will be a Membership Meeting at 1 pm this Saturday, April 5 in the Nichols Room of the Webb City Public Library, 101 South Liberty Street. We’ll be electing 3 general board members, hearing about society finances, & collecting ideas for society projects. The Webb City Historical Society is committed to preserving, sharing and […]
Monday, April 7, 2025 Untangling Family Folklore—from Orphan Train Rider to Truth through DNA and Documentary Records (Program) 7:00 to 8:00 pm Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library, 2214 S. Brentwood Blvd., Springfield, MO and Zoom The origins of OGS member Barbara White’s grandmother were steeped with mystery. She was alleged to be an orphan train rider […]
Preparing fish outdoors provides a tasty ending to a fishing trip. Whether you're doing it on a camping trip or in your own backyard, cooking fish outdoors adds another element of enjoyment to the outdoor experience. People who would like to learn more about how to grill fish they've caught on recent fishing trips should […]
The monthly meeting of the Civil War Round Table of the Ozarks will be held at the Library Station, 2535 N. Kansas Expressway, Springfield, Missouri in the Santa Fe Room at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Jon Jones will present "The Civil War Raid on Olathe, Kansas". Meetings are always free and open to […]
Part of the fun of catching fish is eating what you’ve caught. However, before any fish fillets gets put in a fryer or on a grill, anglers need to know how to properly clean what they’ve caught. People who want to learn more about cleaning fish should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) […]
Spring is a wonderful time of year to see native wildflowers starting to pop up from the forest floor, along roadsides, and even in our own backyards. People who would like to learn more about Missouri’s spring wildflowers should register for the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) wildflower walk at Shoal Creek Conservation Education Center […]
