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Springfield
Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eden Village raised $18,000 through its 'Coldest Night of the Year' walk in Springfield to support homeless individuals with affordable housing, aiming for a $40,000 goal. KY3
- ➤ The Connecting Grounds Outreach in Springfield is urgently requesting community donations of socks and men's clothing to support those in need amid cold weather. KY3
- ➤ The Running From Yeti charity race in Springfield raised funds for Easterseals Midwest, featuring multiple distance events and positive participant experiences. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gail Smart emphasizes the importance of school safety, resources for student success, and community engagement in her campaign for one of two open seats on the Springfield school board. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools utilized all its AMI days for preschool and most for K-12 due to inclement weather, with plans in place to address further closures while complying with state instructional day requirements. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield is considering a bill that would provide tenants facing eviction with legal representation to address the imbalance where 70% of landlords have legal counsel versus only 10% of tenants. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State Redbirds set to play against Missouri State Bears, following a strong performance by Jack Daugherty with 25 points in their last game. 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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