KTXR-FM (Springfield, MO)
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KTXR "98.7 the Dove" (previous call letters KWTO-FM) is a radio station licensed to Springfield, Missouri, United States broadcasting a soft rock format. The station was most recently a sports talk format known as "JOCK 98.7 ESPN." This format moved to 98.7 FM's sister stations KBFL (AM) and KBFL-FM (1060 AM/96.9 FM/99.9 FM) on July 30, 2020 as part of the purchase of the Meyer Communications owned stations (which also includes KWTO (AM) and KWTO-FM) by Zimmer Midwest Communications. Source
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| Scope | Local |
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
| Media Market | Springfield, MO |
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| Radio Media Market | Springfield, MO |
| Radio Format | Soft Rock |
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Search ArticlesHungerthon on 98.7 The Dove!
Save these dates and help 98.7 The Dove as we support Ozarks Food Harvest to provide weekend food for local kids in need. Hungerthon, now in its 28th year, is coming to The Dove Friday September 11th through 14th. With your help, we’ll work to fund the weekend backpack program that makes sure children in Southwest Missouri have the food they need to grow and thrive.
Kick Up Your Heels at Wine Women Shoes
The Victim Center invites you to kick up your heels and raise a glass at the 9th Annual Wine Women Shoes Thursday, October 1st at the White River Conference Center! This is the premier women’s event of the year, featuring an evening packed with winetasting, savory bites, designer shopping, the always-fun Best Shoe Contest, exciting auctions and so much more! But it’s about more than a great night out.
Weekend Events – 8/7-8/9
The countdown is on to the start of school! Only a couple more weekends left of summer fun in the Ozarks. Route 66 Festival – This is the yearly festival held every August in downtown Springfield. The Route 66 Festival runs Friday through Sunday. The weekend includes a classic car show, a parade, and live music. Find the details HERE. Ozark Empire Fair – The final few days of the fair are here, but there is still plenty of fun in store.
Win Tickets to Three Dog Night and Little River Band
Listen to Kevin & Chris In The Morning to win tickets! If you love timeless classic rock, this is a must-see concert this summer. Experience legendary, multi-platinum hits like “Reminiscing,” “Cool Change,” “Joy to the World,” and “Mama Told Me Not to Come” performed live under the stars. These iconic bands helped define a generation, and seeing them together on one stage is a rare chance to relive the music that became the soundtrack of so many lives.
Zimmer Communications to Merge With Mid-West Family
What we know: Zimmer Communications will be combining with Mid-West Family. The merger plans to create one of the strongest locally-owned multimedia organizations in the region. What it means: Pending the FCC’s approval, Zimmer will begin running the four Mid-West Family radio stations: 104.7 The Cave, 105.1 The Bull, 102.1 The Won, and Q92.9, along with the Around the Ozarks multimedia brand.
Join 98.7 The Dove at Le Dipping Parlor Spa
98.7 The Dove will be live at Le Dipping Parlor Spa this Friday, July 29, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with your chance to win our Red, White and Red contest. Le Dipping Parlor Spa will have their best deals of the year on Sundance Spas during their Sizzlin’ Summer Sale. In addition to the great deals, they will be serving hot dogs for lunch! 98.7 The Dove will have your chance to register to win the Honda Racher 4×4 from Honda of the Ozarks and a trailer from Westgate Trailers.
Red, White & Ride ATV Giveaway!
The Ozarks was made to be explored! Get ready to climb onto your brand-new Honda Rancher 4X4 and fire up your next adventure.
Weekend Events – 7/17-7/18
Summer fun is still going strong across the Ozarks and this weekend is a diverse line-up of activities! The final weekend of 2026’s Tent Theater will be showing “Beehive: The 60’s Musical.” The performance is packed full of 30 hits from the decade. Tent Theater is performed at the John Goodman Amphitheater on the campus of Missouri State. The show runs July 13-18. Showtime is at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased HERE.
Weekend Events – July 10-11th
Summer is trucking right along, and the calendar is full of events. From the kiddos and adults, to the whole family, here are some ideas for weekend fun. Tent Theater’s final show debuts. Don’t forget your hairspray and join the cast of “Beehive: The 60’s Muscal”. The performance is packed full of 30 hits from the decade. Tent Theater is performed at the John Goodman Amphitheater on the campus of Missouri State. The show runs July 8-11 and July 13-18.
Red, White and Ride – Win an ATV!
This summer, somebody is going to ride away with a brand-new Honda Rancher 4×4 and a new trailer too! Will it be you? We’re talking about a prize package worth nearly ten thousand dollars from Honda of the Ozarks and Westgate Trailers. If you’ve ever wanted an ATV for work, hunting, trail riding, camping, or just enjoying the outdoors, this is your chance. This weekend, you can be one of the first to qualify.