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Springfield
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KY3’s Billie Brightman is checking Springfield roads after plows cleared main lanes but left side streets with piles of compact snow and ice+making intersections hazardous. Commuters are advised to drive carefully as below-zero temperatures slow the melt. KY3
- ➤ Bitter cold is pushing local homeless shelters toward capacity as nearly all of Victory Mission's 136 beds are filled and Veterans Coming Home Center served over 200 people this winter day. Shelter operators extended their hours to offer warmth, meals, and support for those in need (extended help continues). KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield will host the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration from April 30 to May 3 to mark the highway’s 100th anniversary. The three-day event includes NBC’s TODAY Show live at 8 a.m., a dedication at Birthplace Plaza, and a concert at Great Southern Bank Arena + other festivities. KY3
- ➤ Due to weather, the Springfield Symphony postponed its 55th Young People’s Concert from today to March 9 at Juanita K. Hammons Hall. Students from Springfield and neighboring districts will enjoy a daytime performance and free evening show as part of the Positronic Family Series. Springfield Daily Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Nixa superintendent Stephen Kleinsmith now lives in Millwood while battling Parkinson’s disease — he recently had back surgery and uses a cane as his family supports him while he manages his health and cherishes his long career in education and baseball. Springfield Daily Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Fire Department reminds residents to stay off frozen ponds after last January's rescue saved a woman and her two dogs from falling through the ice. Fire Chief David Pennington warns that even ice that appears strong — and seems safe — can quickly become life-threatening so please avoid it. KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Ozarks Milk Depot set a record by collecting 30,388 ounces of donor milk that provided over 91,000 feedings for NICU infants. The drop-off site partnered with local health agencies to support medically fragile newborns. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Local health experts say neighbors should check on elderly residents as cold air continues over the next few days. They recommend keeping homes at 68°F and dressing warmly to help prevent hypothermia. KY3
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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'.
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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.
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Open Mic Night
7-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with both seasoned and first-time comedians showcasing their talent.
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