Jackie Rehwald
@jackierehwald.bsky.social
Courts and public safety reporter for the Springfield Daily Citizen in Springfield, Missouri. I also cover many social issues including homelessness, poverty, child abuse and domestic violence. Follow us at @sgfcitizen.bsky.social.
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The Community Partnership of the Ozarks Gun Safety and Violence Collaborative is hosting a panel discussion on gun safety and violence in the Ozarks. The Tough Talk Series – Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Panel will be at 6 p.m. on Nov. 5.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:20 PM
The Community Partnership of the Ozarks Gun Safety and Violence Collaborative is hosting a panel discussion on gun safety and violence in the Ozarks. The Tough Talk Series – Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Panel will be at 6 p.m. on Nov. 5.
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About 50 people gathered last night to support each other and pray together following the news that two Rogersville teens died in a crash late Thursday. They'd been dating about a year, friends said. She was a cheerleader who was 'on fire for Jesus.' He played football. My story:
Friends gather to remember Rogersville teens who died in crash - Springfield Daily Citizen
About 50 people gathered Friday evening at SHOP Family Ministries in Fordland to support each other and pray together following the deadly crash.
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May 31, 2025 at 6:14 PM
About 50 people gathered last night to support each other and pray together following the news that two Rogersville teens died in a crash late Thursday. They'd been dating about a year, friends said. She was a cheerleader who was 'on fire for Jesus.' He played football. My story:
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So far in 2025, three pedestrians and three bicyclists have died in Springfield as a result of vehicle crashes. That's more than in all of 2024. Zoe McIntyre reports the city is trying to do something about it with its Vision Zero Action Plan.
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May 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
So far in 2025, three pedestrians and three bicyclists have died in Springfield as a result of vehicle crashes. That's more than in all of 2024. Zoe McIntyre reports the city is trying to do something about it with its Vision Zero Action Plan.
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I always snap to attention when a prosecutor tells a judge they have recordings of jail calls to play in court. My story from yesterday:
Recorded jail calls revealed one of the suspects in the 2023 fatal shooting of Chaviz Nguyen had a secret defense strategy — so secret, not even his attorney was in on it. @jackierehwald.bsky.social explains why Elysha Bedell's strategy didn't work.
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May 28, 2025 at 3:38 PM
I always snap to attention when a prosecutor tells a judge they have recordings of jail calls to play in court. My story from yesterday:
City of Springfield, Mo,. has a new city manager!
David Cameron, city administrator of Republic, picked for Springfield city manager job - Springfield Daily Citizen
Springfield City Council's lengthy search has come to an end. Republic's David Cameron has been selected as the next city manager.
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May 14, 2025 at 5:48 PM
City of Springfield, Mo,. has a new city manager!
‘Here in Springfield, you are welcome’: Hundreds attend rally in support of refugees. My story from today's event: sgfcitizen.org/government/s...
About 300 attend Springfield rally in support of refugees
About 300 people attended the 'Standing With Our Neighbors: Welcoming Refugees' rally Saturday in downtown Springfield.
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April 5, 2025 at 11:09 PM
‘Here in Springfield, you are welcome’: Hundreds attend rally in support of refugees. My story from today's event: sgfcitizen.org/government/s...
From a trial I'm covering this week: Springfield man accused of 2021 murder of transgender woman claims self-defense sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
Man accused of 2021 murder of transgender woman claims self-defense
Charles Nelson is on trial this week, accused of murdering a transgender woman in 2021. Nelson claims the shooting was done in self-defense.
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March 26, 2025 at 1:50 PM
From a trial I'm covering this week: Springfield man accused of 2021 murder of transgender woman claims self-defense sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
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Police say a Springfield man broke into his probation officer’s home on March 18 and refused to let him leave. Michael J. Sheets now faces multiple charges, including disarming a peace officer.
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March 21, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Police say a Springfield man broke into his probation officer’s home on March 18 and refused to let him leave. Michael J. Sheets now faces multiple charges, including disarming a peace officer.
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Springfield attorney Ben Stringer is making a big investment in Historic Commercial Street. He's bought a building he'll use for his office and lofts, as well as a house close to the main strip of C-Street.
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February 28, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Springfield attorney Ben Stringer is making a big investment in Historic Commercial Street. He's bought a building he'll use for his office and lofts, as well as a house close to the main strip of C-Street.
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Read it: sgfcitizen.org/economy-grow...
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Brace yourself, Springfield. And your pipes. A potentially historic winter storm could dump 10 inches of snow and bring dangerous cold to the Ozarks. @joehadsall.bsky.social has the info you need to know.
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February 17, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Brace yourself, Springfield. And your pipes. A potentially historic winter storm could dump 10 inches of snow and bring dangerous cold to the Ozarks. @joehadsall.bsky.social has the info you need to know.
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Read it: sgfcitizen.org/weather/up-t...
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The Daily Citizen is 3 years old!
As we celebrate our anniversary, President and CEO @dstoefflersgf.bsky.social says thank you for growing with us in his latest column. He shares highlights from Year 3 and a look ahead to Year 4.
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As we celebrate our anniversary, President and CEO @dstoefflersgf.bsky.social says thank you for growing with us in his latest column. He shares highlights from Year 3 and a look ahead to Year 4.
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February 14, 2025 at 3:05 PM
The Daily Citizen is 3 years old!
As we celebrate our anniversary, President and CEO @dstoefflersgf.bsky.social says thank you for growing with us in his latest column. He shares highlights from Year 3 and a look ahead to Year 4.
Read it: sgfcitizen.org/springfield-...
As we celebrate our anniversary, President and CEO @dstoefflersgf.bsky.social says thank you for growing with us in his latest column. He shares highlights from Year 3 and a look ahead to Year 4.
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My Girl Scouts cookie order was delivered to the wrong house. An elderly neighbor lady who I’ve never met before opened the package, saw the contents and then got out in the snowy weather today to deliver them to me. My faith in humanity is somewhat restored.
February 12, 2025 at 8:54 PM
My Girl Scouts cookie order was delivered to the wrong house. An elderly neighbor lady who I’ve never met before opened the package, saw the contents and then got out in the snowy weather today to deliver them to me. My faith in humanity is somewhat restored.
The man who was stabbed to death Sunday in Springfield, Mo., often shared he was afraid of dying on the streets & if his family would know what happened to him. He also worried if anyone would pray for him. Police have not yet announced any arrests/suspects. My story: sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
Stabbing victim described as 'complicated' but with a big heart
Phillip Farley, 45, was fatally stabbed on Feb. 9 in Springfield's West Central neighborhood. Friends described him as kind, yet complicated.
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February 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The man who was stabbed to death Sunday in Springfield, Mo., often shared he was afraid of dying on the streets & if his family would know what happened to him. He also worried if anyone would pray for him. Police have not yet announced any arrests/suspects. My story: sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
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Anyone can get scammed on Facebook Marketplace, even Greene County Sheriff Jim Arnott. He was willing to talk about it with our Steve Pokin, who says the investigative trail led to Africa. Arnott also shared lessons learned from the incident.
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February 6, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Anyone can get scammed on Facebook Marketplace, even Greene County Sheriff Jim Arnott. He was willing to talk about it with our Steve Pokin, who says the investigative trail led to Africa. Arnott also shared lessons learned from the incident.
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Read it: sgfcitizen.org/steve-pokin-...
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Greene County prosecutors have filed charges related to the murder of 14-year-old Jackie Strahle, whose body was found on Jan. 28. Evrinn Rashawd Worlds is charged with abandonment of a corpse and misdemeanor tampering with physical evidence.
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February 6, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Greene County prosecutors have filed charges related to the murder of 14-year-old Jackie Strahle, whose body was found on Jan. 28. Evrinn Rashawd Worlds is charged with abandonment of a corpse and misdemeanor tampering with physical evidence.
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Find a tiny figurine downtown? That's a Fund Friend! Christopher Upton launched the initiative to spotlight and support Springfield's nonprofit community while encouraging people to visit his favorite neighborhood. Here's how it works.
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February 3, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Find a tiny figurine downtown? That's a Fund Friend! Christopher Upton launched the initiative to spotlight and support Springfield's nonprofit community while encouraging people to visit his favorite neighborhood. Here's how it works.
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Greene County Sheriff Jim Arnott calls the suspicious death of a juvenile yesterday a "horrible tragedy." The young female has not been publicly identified and the investigation is ongoing.
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January 29, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Greene County Sheriff Jim Arnott calls the suspicious death of a juvenile yesterday a "horrible tragedy." The young female has not been publicly identified and the investigation is ongoing.
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The llamas at Wild Animal Safari were a tad aggressive today. One spit on my face and hair. In this video, my son got it. 🦙🤬 Jerks.
January 26, 2025 at 12:47 AM
The llamas at Wild Animal Safari were a tad aggressive today. One spit on my face and hair. In this video, my son got it. 🦙🤬 Jerks.
Interesting police work here: Tattoo leads to quick identification and arrest of Springfield bank robbery suspect. My story: sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
Tattoo leads to quick identification and arrest of Springfield bank robbery suspect - Springfield Daily Citizen
Johnny M. Patrom is charged with robbing the O'Bannon Bank in east Springfield on Thursday. He was convicted of robbing a Jasper County bank in 2012.
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January 24, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Interesting police work here: Tattoo leads to quick identification and arrest of Springfield bank robbery suspect. My story: sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
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More great journalism from @jackierehwald.bsky.social. Here are the thoughts of one Springfield man who pleaded guilty to a Jan. 6-related misdemeanor on the pardons issued by President Trump.
Stephen Quick entered the U.S. Capitol building on Jan. 6, 2021, and pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor. He spoke to our @jackierehwald.bsky.social after President Donald Trump pardoned nearly 1,600 Jan. 6 defendants and said he "felt innocent this whole time."
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January 23, 2025 at 7:08 PM
More great journalism from @jackierehwald.bsky.social. Here are the thoughts of one Springfield man who pleaded guilty to a Jan. 6-related misdemeanor on the pardons issued by President Trump.
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FREE TO ALL READERS: Nine candidates have been certified for Springfield's April 8 ballot, with two incumbents running uncontested and two facing challengers. Jack McGee has a look at who's running for mayor and City Council.
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January 21, 2025 at 11:22 PM
FREE TO ALL READERS: Nine candidates have been certified for Springfield's April 8 ballot, with two incumbents running uncontested and two facing challengers. Jack McGee has a look at who's running for mayor and City Council.
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This is so cool! Also, Ryan Collins wins the Best Lede in a Business Story for this one! 🏆
SGF-based Ember Sound creates natural-acoustic phone speakers made from hardwoods grown and milled in the Ozarks. Ryan Collins says creator John Chiles calls it "functional art."
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January 20, 2025 at 3:22 PM
This is so cool! Also, Ryan Collins wins the Best Lede in a Business Story for this one! 🏆
Today I wrote a story with a happy ending! Warning: The video of the rescue is going to stress you OUT. Hats off to Springfield Fire Department's Water Rescue Team!
Springfield woman thanks Water Rescue Team who saved her and her dogs from icy pond - Springfield Daily Citizen
Holly Hesse and her dog Bailey were rescued by the Springfield Water Rescue Team after they fell through the ice on Sunday.
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January 15, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Today I wrote a story with a happy ending! Warning: The video of the rescue is going to stress you OUT. Hats off to Springfield Fire Department's Water Rescue Team!
Reposted by Jackie Rehwald
Think you shoveled a lot of snow last week? Missouri State's track coaches, assisted by some athletes, cleared two lanes on their 400-meter track so workouts could take place. Steve Pokin writes that with no indoor facility, the program has to be creative.
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January 14, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Think you shoveled a lot of snow last week? Missouri State's track coaches, assisted by some athletes, cleared two lanes on their 400-meter track so workouts could take place. Steve Pokin writes that with no indoor facility, the program has to be creative.
Read it: sgfcitizen.org/steve-pokin-...
Read it: sgfcitizen.org/steve-pokin-...
Charges were dropped days before the trial was set to begin: sgfcitizen.org/government/c...
Prosecutors drop charges in Springfield homicide days before trial set to start - Springfield Daily Citizen
Thomas Haynes was scheduled to stand trial this week in the 2021 shooting death of Robert Moffett. But prosecutors dropped the charges, which included second-degree murder.
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January 14, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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