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Springfield
Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dickerson Park Zoo zookeepers stayed overnight during a winter storm to ensure the well-being of the animals, highlighting their dedication. KY3
- ➤ In Springfield, snow-covered sidewalks are significantly hindering mobility for people with disabilities and the elderly, prompting calls for better solutions. KY3
- ➤ Residents in Springfield are facing delays in street plowing due to a manpower shortage and other challenges, leading to prioritization of major roads by the City's Public Works. OzarksFirst.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Miles, initially reported missing by his wife, was found deceased on a communications tower in Springfield, with indications suggesting he took his own life. Springfield Daily Citizen
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SRC Holdings Corp. is on track to exceed its $100 million real estate development plan within five years, aiming to enhance operational facilities and create job opportunities. Springfield Daily Citizen
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The app Too Good to Go, aimed at reducing food waste, is now utilized by Pizza Ranch and Krispy Kreme in Springfield and Branson, offering overstock meals and baked goods at discounted rates. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ KY3's Chad Plein and Chris Parker provide an in-depth analysis of the upcoming high school district basketball tournaments and state swimming championships. KY3
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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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Jurassic Quest - Springfield
Experience an interactive dinosaur-themed event featuring activities like playing with baby dinosaurs and excavating, suitable for families.
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Jurassic Quest: A Dinosaur Adventure
Experience a family-friendly dinosaur-themed event featuring baby dino play zones, fossil excavation activities, and educational exhibits.
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Live Comedy Show with Jonnie W
Jonnie W. delivers a unique blend of music and stand-up comedy in a live performance at the Blue Room Comedy Club, appealing to fans of live entertainment.
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Joe Dombrowski Live Performance
Comedian Joe 'Mr.D' Dombrowski, known for his viral April Fools prank, brings his engaging comedy performance to the Blue Room Comedy Club.
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