OzarksFirst

Name: OzarksFirst
Rating: 3.89 (372 reviews)
Author: Nexstar Inc.

By: Nexstar Inc. App

KOLR10 KOZL Ozarksfirst.com local news weather sports videos in the Ozarks

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

46,178 ▲ 278

Data as of 2026-08-27

Rating:

3.89

(372)

Version:

510.0.1

Last updated: 2026-08-11

News and magazines (Free)

Features & Capabilities

OzarksFirst delivers local news, weather, sports and videos from KOZL and KOLR across the Ozarks region, including the Springfield-Branson area. Get real-time updates with trusted reporters on the scene and in-depth local coverage.

Key features include on-demand video, detailed weather with radar, live severe-weather alerts, and the ability to save stories for later. Optional breaking-news alerts help you stay informed wherever you are.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App News & Magazines Weather Sports

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Downloads:

Rating:

Version:

510.0.1 Last updated: 2026-08-11

Version code:

1601200271

Creation date:

2013-05-29

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

68.59MB

Email:

ml*****@doapps.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-27

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 308,411 ▼ 308

Other rankings

#133 in News and magazines (Free) ▲ 17

Other platforms

OzarksFirst (v510.0.1)

4.60

(1,123)

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Developed by:

Nexstar Inc.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.newssynergy.ozarksfirst

Email:

ml*****@doapps.com

Website:

http://Ozarksfirst.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app for providing up-to-date local news and weather in one convenient place with less intrusive ads. However, many complain about frequent crashes, broken or missing live video features, problematic notification controls, and limited functionality such as lack of search or local programming options. Some also report device issues caused by the app. Overall, the content is valued but app stability and features need improvement.

Pros

Provides local news and weather updates relevant to the Ozarks area.
Features both news and weather in one app, making it convenient.
Generally has up-to-date and informative content.
Less intrusive advertising compared to similar local news apps.
Easy to find news and weather information, appreciated by users connected to the region.

Cons

App frequently crashes, especially after recent updates.
Live news video feature is either missing or does not work as expected, disappointing users wanting video content.
Notification settings are problematic; users receive unwanted notifications even when turned off.
App has been reported to cause device issues such as screen waking constantly.
Lacks features like search, channel selection, local programming, and has some content from external media sources not appreciated by all users.