Good morning, Springfield.

Springfield-based entrepreneur Doug Pitt was named the 2026 Springfieldian at the chamber’s annual meeting on January 30 for his decades of service in business, education and nonprofit work.

The award honors his founding of Care to Learn to help support students’ basic needs.

The Drew Lewis Foundation launched the Hope Movement today to inspire neighbors with small acts that strengthen community bonds.

The campaign brings together its core programs and will feature community stories and events at the Fairbanks Community Hub, inviting residents to nominate a monthly hope giver (a local boost for neighborly ties).

Retailer 5 Pound Apparel announced that its downtown store at 412 South Ave. will close by the end of February to shift operations online and serve as a wholesale space until it moves to a smaller location later; the store will offer special discounts throughout February with free local delivery.

After the late January snowstorm, drivers in Springfield visited busy car washes as warmer weather melted snow and salt off roads.

Auto experts advise thorough rinses+preventive measures to reduce corrosion while services remain busy until roads are fully cleared.

On Monday, Springfield City Council voted to let the city manager review police guidelines after a crash report showed fatal accidents rising over the past decade (review report due July 1), which officials say may improve safety and boost local investment.

The Springfield-Greene County Library District has hired Paragon Architecture to assess its 10 branches for maintenance and growth as part of its 2026-2030 strategic plan.

Findings will be reported to the board of trustees in late spring.

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.

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.

Dev Night: Linux Installation Workshop

6-8 p.m. — efactory — Free entry — Learn to install Linux on your Windows 10 computer and enjoy free pizza.