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Springfield
Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Daylight Saving Time prompts reminders to test smoke alarms, aiming to reduce home fire fatalities, with the Red Cross aiding in fire safety education and offering free smoke alarm installations. KY3
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Springfield businesses, a beauty mall and a fabric store, are undergoing repairs and remain positive after a car crash into their strip mall injured three people. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield couple, Justin and Christin Curtright, were indicted for multiple sex crimes involving a minor, facing potential life imprisonment. OzarksFirst.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greene County residents over age 62 are encouraged to apply for a Missouri senior tax credit to freeze their real estate tax amount, with the process available online and the 2025 application deadline on June 30. KY3
- ➤ Springfield City Council is considering an ordinance to ticket riders of motorcycles, scooters, and micro mobility devices for lane splitting or filtering, citing public safety concerns. KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy has launched a second primary care clinic in Ozark to improve local healthcare access, Springfield secures a $150,000 grant to bolster pre-apprenticeship programs, and Missouri State University achieves a 'Research Colleges and Universities' designation. Springfield News-Leader
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bass Pro Shops in Springfield and Branson are hosting meet-and-greet events with professional fishermen during their Spring Classic Fishing Sale from March 6th to March 26th. OzarksFirst.com
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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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TUKS Camerata Concert featuring Local High School Choirs
The University of Pretoria's TUKS Camerata, alongside notable choirs from Nixa and Republic High Schools, will perform in a concert at Juanita K. Hammons Hall.
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Missouri State Bears vs Southern Illinois Edwardsville Cougars Baseball Game
The Missouri State Bears baseball team will face off against the Southern Illinois Edwardsville Cougars at Hammons Field in Springfield, MO.
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Carden International Circus Spectacular - A Family Circus Experience
The Carden International Circus Spectacular offers a fun and engaging circus experience for families, featuring special group ticket discounts and pre-sale opportunities.
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Missouri State Bears vs. Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Baseball Match
Experience a thrilling baseball game as the Missouri State Bears take on the Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars at Hammons Field.
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School Day Out: STEAM Break
A full day of STEM activities for students with childcare options available at the Discovery Center of Springfield.
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Jon Cleary Concert
Experience a live performance by Jon Cleary at Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts in Springfield.
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SEArenity Yoga Experience at Bass Pro Shops
Experience relaxation and restorative yoga in a unique open ocean exhibit setting, suitable for all skill levels.
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