Kaitlyn Schumacher
Host & Reporter
Kaitlyn is a correspondent and fill-in host for The Place. Kaitlyn joined KY3 as the Ozarks Today morning reporter in 2020.
Since joining KY3, Kaitlyn has received a Certificate of Merrit from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for her social media work and the Horace Mann Friend of Education Award from the Missouri National Educators Association for her stories on public education.
Kailtyn grew up in Monett, Mo. In high school, she served as a student reporter for the Monett-Times. Since then, she knew journalism was the career for her. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism and media production and recently obtained a Master's degree in communication at Drury University.
Before working at KY3, Kaitlyn was a media teacher at Ozarks Technical Community College.
Kaitlyn loves getting to know people and telling their stories. You can find her figure skating, cooking, running, and playing the ukulele in her free time. She is also a volunteer with the American Heart Association.
Silver Dollar City Recently opened family calming rooms where people can go and take a time out.
A WWII veteran is getting a hero’s send-off Wednesday as he heads to Normandy with Honor Flight of the Ozarks
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, but it’s also when law enforcement starts to see an increase in motorcycle crashes.
Missouri voters who do not currently have a photo ID can receive one for free.
The American Quilter’s Society is kicking off its 100th show right here in the Ozarks.
Easy access to healthcare can be an in issue throughout the United States. One solution both the federal and state government is looking into is allowing nurse practitioners to practice independently.
With the legalization of recreational marijuana in Missouri, veterinarians warn about the dangers it poses for pets.
It never fails, the winter storm warning is issued, and people feel the need to buy milk, eggs, and bread.
Missouri school districts struggle to find teachers to lead classrooms, but that’s only part of the problem. The state also saw a decline in teacher retention.
If you’re planning on clicking “Add to Cart” today, then you might want to keep a few tips in mind to prevent thieves and scammers from purchasing gifts that are not on your list.
Gather up those gas receipts! If you are hoping to cash in on the Missouri gas tax return, you only have a few more days to turn those in to the Department of Revenue.
It won’t be long before drum majors start leading high school marching bands in halftime performances. Before anyone can take the field, all band students must have a pre-performance physical on file.
Any donation made to a domestic violence shelter or rape crisis center after July 1 is eligible for a tax credit for up to 70% of their donation.
A Springfield apartment resident made a life or death decision during an apartment fire.
One Springfield citizen is hiding $100 bills around town to spread some generosity and connect the community.
If you are going to take the dog out for a walk, you will want to make sure to protect its paws.
When it gets hot outside, most creatures like to find a cool spot to beat the heat. That includes snakes.
During the pandemic lockdowns, animal shelters saw record-breaking adoptions but now, many of those animals are being returned.
As interest rates rise, it could become difficult for farmers, business owners, and communities to borrow much-needed funds. The Missouri Treasurer's office works with local lenders to lower interest rates for qualified borrowers.
It’s that time of year when you may find baby bunnies or birds in your backyard and while it might seem like a good idea to care for the creatures, wildlife experts say it’s best to leave them alone.
The popularity of CBD products is growing and is expected to be a multi-billion dollar industry by 2028.
State troopers want to make sure drivers stay safe on the roads.
Spring flowers are going to be popping up but before you bring any arrangements into your home, some of those plants could be poisonous to your pets.
Temperatures and gas prices are up, making more people take up bike riding.
Agriculture contributes billions of dollars to the state economy and now it’s a lot easier to support Missouri farmers. The Missouri Department of Agriculture has launched a new website that can help consumers support local farmers and buy local groceries.
To be evaluated to receive aid from the state of Missouri, current and potential students need to complete the application by the Feb. 1 deadline.
Retailers are struggling to keep ammunition on the shelf, and gun store owners say there are many reasons for the shortage.
A 26-year-old Missouri husband and father is sharing his story about his battle with COVID-19 in hopes others will opt to get vaccinated.
COVID-19 cases continue to climb to record numbers and hospitals are beginning to see more young people seeking emergency care.
Peggy Wolf turned 96 years on July 20. To celebrate, she wanted to go skydiving.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Motorcycle fatalities are up 28% since 2018, and most of those accidents could have been prevented.
Barry county deputies arrived at a house on Highway 86 outside of Cassville after a caller told them several dogs in the yard appeared to be abandoned and neglected but once they got inside, what they found was worse.
