Good morning, Springfield.

Residents can submit neighborhood improvement ideas until Jan.

31 through the expanded Neighborhood Works+ program by using an online form or visiting the Busch Municipal Building. City staff will review the over 360 submissions and plan workshops to prioritize projects that may start construction in fall 2026.

Springfield pizza shops and delivery drivers reported a surge in orders after this past weekend’s winter storm, according to KY3.

A local employee noted that the severe weather boosted business (an unexpected uptick for many workers).

Springfield’s City Utilities has asked customers to reduce energy use during the extreme cold to keep energy systems reliable.

The utility recommends setting thermostats to 68°F, delaying large appliance use, and unplugging devices, and offers updates via its MyAccount (online tool).

In December, Greene County homes listed for $299,000 — a slight drop from November’s $299,925 — with 302 new listings, a 10.2 percent rise from last December.

The Springfield metro area also saw a median home price drop to $327,000 compared to the previous month.

Missouri State's basketball team rallied in the second half to beat UTEP 62-57 on Saturday at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, ending a rare four-game road swing.

The Bears now sit tied for second in conference play and will host Sam Houston on Jan. 28.

Missouri State defeated UTEP 62-57 Saturday with Kobi Williams scoring 21 points and grabbing five rebounds while Michael Osei-Bonsu added 17 points and nine rebounds in a Conference USA game.

2000 Point Warhammer 40K Tournament

9 AM – 6 PM — Meta Games Unlimited Inc — $10 Entry — Engage in a competitive 2000 point Warhammer 40K battle using the latest Chapter approved rules.

Couple Shuffle - Springfield

9 AM – 12 PM — Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park — Check website for entry fees — An annual running event featuring a 2-mile, 5k, and 10k race.

Rend Collective Concert

7-10 p.m. — Evangel University — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of Rend Collective, an eclectic group bringing spiritual depth through their music.

That One Mailman Live with Sean Fogelson

6-8 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket price applies — Enjoy hilarious stories and engaging performances from viral sensation Sean Fogelson.

2025 USHA Collegiate Handball Nationals

Feb 18-22 — Dr. Thomas H. Burnett Handball Courts — Visit for hotel links and more — Compete in the excitement of collegiate handball action!

Kristin Key Live Performance

8:45 PM — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with musical comedian Kristin Key, star of NBC's 'Bring the Funny'.

Running From Yeti

7:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. — Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park — Entry fee varies — Join a winter-themed race with fun and community spirit in Springfield, MO.