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All Articles Archives - January 2024

Mike the groundhog

Published January 27, 2024 Submitted by: Renee

Dickerson Zoo Park's groundhog "Mike" predicted winter weather in 1968.

Auto racing

Published January 12, 2024 Submitted by: Michael

Ozarks racing fans were treated to a thrilling battle for the 1976 Missouri State Asphalt Championship. Dave Watson and Springfield's Larry Phillips traded the lead three times in the 100 lap feature before disaster struck Phillips' car.

A White New Year's

Published January 1, 2024 Submitted by: Renee

A New Year's snowfall was captured by Springfield newspaper photographer Betty Love in 1948. The cold kept most people indoors.