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Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Multiple crisis cold weather shelters are available in southwest Missouri to assist those in need during freezing temperatures and a winter storm, with specific locations and contact information provided for public use. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Springfield crisis shelters struggle to accommodate the homeless due to a shortage of volunteers, but a temporary solution provides relief ahead of a winter storm. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Matthias Jones, 49, faces charges including first-degree murder for the stabbing of Phillip Farley, 45, in Springfield, an incident recorded by surveillance footage. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Vandals spray-painted a pharmacy in Springfield with swastikas and a racial slur, with the head pharmacist suggesting community service for the culprits. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield area schools, including Springfield Public Schools and universities, close due to a severe winter storm, shifting to alternative learning methods. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Tim Casey has been appointed as the new head of New Covenant Academy, aiming to guide its continued expansion and uphold its Christ-centered educational mission. Springfield News-Leader
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Music Bingo Night at Hold Fast Brewing
A fun night of Music Bingo, combining music trivia with traditional bingo, offering prizes and a chance to enjoy local beers every third Wednesday of the month.
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Springfield Symphony's Vintage & Virtuoso Dinner Experience
Experience a gourmet multi-course dinner inspired by South American cuisine, paired with premium wines and live music in an elegant setting.
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Wyatt Putman Concert at Wilson Logistics Arena
Wyatt Putman will perform live at the Wilson Logistics Arena in Springfield, featuring a range of music for attendees.
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Cards @ Cards: Sports & Collectibles Card Show
This event is a gathering for card enthusiasts featuring trading, buying, and selling of sports cards and memorabilia at Hammons Field.
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The Damn Quails Live at Southbound Bar & Grill
Catch The Damn Quails performing live at Southbound Bar & Grill in Springfield.
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Mike Vecchione Live Stand-Up Comedy
Italian-American comedian Mike Vecchione, known for his rapid-fire delivery and numerous television appearances, will be performing live at the Blue Room Comedy Club.
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4th Annual Winter Indoor Bike Show & Swap Meet in SWMO
The 4th Annual SWMO Winter Indoor Bike Show & Swap Meet features two floors filled with motorcycles and vendors, along with food service and a bar for attendees throughout the event.
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Movie Matinee: Annie Hall Screening
Join us for a screening of the 1977 film Annie Hall, which explores the complexities of modern romance through the eyes of comedian Alvy Singer.
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Krista Meadows at Bugsy Malone's Thursday Concert Series
Krista Meadows performs original music at Dan Fritz's Thursday Night Concert Series in Springfield.
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2025 Missouri Winter Games at Cooper Tennis Complex
The Missouri Winter Games will feature a variety of indoor pickleball events from singles to doubles across multiple age and skill divisions.
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