Mike Landis

The official page for Mike Landis, weeknight anchor for FOX 49 News - KOLR 10 in Springfield, MO. You’ll also see his reports on KOLR 10.
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Mike Landis has a passion for sharing important stories that impact our community. You can catch him anchoring with Lauren Barnas during weeknights on FOX 49 News at 6:30 and 9:00. As a native of southwest Missouri (born in Springfield and a graduate of Ash Grove High School), Mike considers it a privilege to share the news with viewers he considers friends, family, and neighbors. Having spent nea

rly 15 years on local airwaves, Mike is a familiar face to viewers across the Ozarks. He got his start at KTTS radio in Springfield. There, he wore several hats: news anchor, reporter, storm chaser, and host of a weekly current affairs talk show. Then, it was off to KQTV in St. Joseph, MO, where he was an evening anchor and reporter. Mike made his way back home to Springfield in 2010 and spent the next eight years as a reporter and fill-in anchor for another TV station in the market. In April 2021, he joined the KOLR10 - FOX49 family as a reporter/weekend anchor and moved to the weeknight Ozarks Fox anchor desk in March 2022. For his work, Mike has won a regional Edward D. Murrow Award in addition to being nominated three times for regional Emmy awards. In addition, he has been recognized multiple times by the Missouri Broadcasters Association and Kansas City Press Club. While you’ll usually find Mike talking about current events of the day, he also has an interest in historical happenings and topics. In 2018, he released “Show Me Katy,” a colorful book about the old railroad line which became the Katy Trail across central Missouri. He has also produced and narrated several video documentaries, including “Phenix: the Life and Legacy of a Town Lost,” and “Katy’s Country.”

Mike would love to hear from you! You can reach out by following his page , Instagram , or email at [email protected].

10/25/2024

Walmart looks to be bringing some competition for local gas station chains. The retailer is planning at least two Walmart Fueling Stations in Springfield.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The nation’s largest retailer is bringing some competition for gas stations in the Ozarks. This week, Bentonville-based Walmart filed plans with the City of Springfi…

10/04/2024

Ready for a scenic 12-mile hike or bike ride? We’re checking on progress for the new greenway linking Springfield and Ozark. Story link in comments.

09/06/2024

It looks like Springfield’s new Target development will have some company for dinner (or lunch). Link to story in comments below.

09/02/2024

It's just me in the house for the evening shows this week since my co-anchor decided to run off and get hitched! 😆 Another big congratulations to Lauren Barnas and Jesse Inman KOLR 10! It was such a beautiful wedding this weekend! Wishing my very-deserving friends all the best as they embark on this exciting chapter in their journey together!

08/30/2024

New owner American Heritage Railways says upcoming offerings at Branson Scenic Railway could include music and tasting events along with other types of special trains. Story link in comments below.

08/29/2024

A great big (early) congrats to Lauren Barnas and Jesse Inman KOLR 10!

08/10/2024

This is one of the more bizarre stories we've covered this week. The noise in southwest Springfield is disturbing. Have you heard it?

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Police say they’ve been called out several times to southwest Springfield for a noise that sounds like a woman screaming in distress. Neighbors say the noise is actua…

08/01/2024

Missouri Governor Mike Parson has signed an order banning THC-infused products not produced and sold by state-registered dispensaries. Story link in comments blow.

07/09/2024

We’re back to a full team after some days off! A big thank you for the wonderful birthday wishes! I read each of your messages and am so thankful to have the best viewers around!

07/08/2024

We're expecting quite a bit of rain in the next few hours here in the Ozarks as the remnants of former Hurricane Beryl pass through. Is it raining yet where you are?

By Tuesday, the Ozarks will be under the gun with heavy rain from the remnants of Beryl. Up to 5″ of rain will be possible across the area. In preparation, the National Weather Service has is…

07/01/2024

Drivers in the Springfield area will see major upgrades to I-44 following another big infusion of state funding. See story link in comments below.

06/26/2024

There’s a new player in the downtown hotel market. The Moxy opened its Springfield location this week. See story link in comments below.

06/19/2024

Would you take the train? More details have been released about a potential Amtrak service through Springfield, MO. Story link in comments.

06/17/2024

We’re on the scene of a very large police presence in North Springfield. Several blocks surrounding the intersection of Blaine and Weller (near Commercial and National) are closed off. KOLR 10 & Ozarks Fox49 is working to learn more details.

06/15/2024

CVS has suddenly shuttered one of its Springfield locations. Link to story in comments below.

06/14/2024

We had a great day making a lot of new friends while volunteering at SWI Industrial Solutions! It was part of Nexstar’s annual Day of Caring. Lauren Barnas and I will be back and ready to go for the news tonight!

05/30/2024

BREAKING: Trump found guilty on all counts.

Donald Trump became the first former president to be convicted of felony crimes Thursday as a New York jury found him guilty of falsifying business records in a scheme to illegally influence the 20…

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FOX49 News with Mike Landis & Lauren Barnas

I've had some folks asking about our new FOX49 promo commercials that aired during the Super Bowl! Lauren Barnas and I had a fun time visiting our hometowns and working with our friends, family members, and neighbors on this project. You'll see several variations of this airing in the coming months. Do you recognize any familiar faces?

Thanks for helping us put the Ozarks first!

Lauren Barnas and I want to thank you for making our FOX49/KOLR10 "Putting The Ozarks First" food drive a huge success!

Election Night On Fox49

We're preparing for a busy night of Election Day coverage on Fox49 News. Lauren Barnas and I hope you'll join us tomorrow- Tuesday, November 8, as the results of all the important races roll in.

Join Mike Landis and Sarah Scarlett on FOX49 News

We're continuing the roll-out of our new FOX49 look! Sarah Scarlett and I hope to see you tonight on Kolr10 & Ozarks Fox at 6:30 and 9:00!

Be careful out there! Several streets are flooding with the torrential downpours we're seeing. This is a look at Grant Avenue near Fassnight Park! Our Kolr10 & Ozarks Fox crews are out and about and will bring us live updates at 5, 6, and 6:30.

HAHA: Did you catch last Friday when Sarah Scarlett accidentally checked my knee reflex during Kolr10 & Ozarks Fox News at 9:00? We have a lot of fun during our shows...hope to see you tonight!

Fans are mourning the loss of country music icon and Branson entertainer Mickey Gilley. He passed away at the age of 86 with friends and family by his side. STORY: https://www.ozarksfirst.com/entertainment-news/mickey-gilley-country-music-singer-actor-dead-at-86/

Happy Mothers Day from KOLR10 and Ozarks Fox

MEMORIES OF MOM: It's not until Sunday, but all of us here at Kolr10 & Ozarks Fox want to wish our moms a Merry Mother's Day! What are some of your favorite memories of your mother?

Texas teen survives a run-in with a tornado

Did you catch this story on Kolr10 & Ozarks Fox at 6:30? We're learning more about the driver who survived being tossed around by a tornado in Texas! A Chevy dealership is making sure the young man had a new truck to replace the one beat up by the storm. Michael Landis and Sarah Scarlett explain the wild ride.

Tonight on Kolr10 & Ozarks Fox at 6:30, Michael Landis and Sarah Scarlett join Bailey Strohl for a look at how the community is remembering Dustin Brandhorst, the fallen firefighter who was laid to rest today.