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Springfield
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ken Bristow, who grew up in air raid shelters in WWII England and served in the British Army, will speak on March 14 at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks at 2305 E. Kearney St. He will also play the bagpipe — in a kilt, to boot. Springfield News-Leader
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Christian County Recycling Center closed on March 1 after more than 20 years on Hall Street in Ozark because of budget cuts and low sales tax revenue. County officials are working on a solution and advise residents to use alternative recycling options at centers in Springfield & Nixa or Ozark’s curbside program. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Tigers are striving to earn an NCAA Tournament bid during March as local sports analysts from Ozarks Sports Zone and KOMU-TV break down the team's performance. KY3
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GRUPO LOS REHENES Live Concert
8 p.m. — OXO Bar and Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling live music event filled with regional rhythms and vibrant energy.
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Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour
7-11 p.m. — Juanita K. Hammons Hall — Tickets from $69 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Brad Williams.
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Shamrock Shuffle
8 AM – 12 PM — Park Central Square — Registration fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the annual sprint through Downtown Springfield.
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Missouri USA Wrestling - Sunday
7 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Ozark Empire Fairgrounds — $39 Adult, $28 Child — Experience an action-packed day of wrestling with weekend tickets available.
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Springfield Carnival of Ink 2026
12-8 p.m. — Springfield Expo Center — $22.75-$66.00 — Explore the vibrant world of ink and art at this all-ages carnival.
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Zach Rushing: The Redneck Logic Tour
7 PM — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of uncensored humor with comedian Zach Rushing as he shares his Southern tales.
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Josh Blue Stand-Up Show
7-10:15 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Minimum 2-item purchase required — Experience the comedic genius of Josh Blue, renowned for his improvisational skills and unique humor.
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Josh Blue Live Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience Josh Blue's unique humor and engaging performance that breaks down stereotypes.
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