Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Day parade in downtown Springfield used a new route from South Avenue through Park Central Square to Jefferson Street, featuring live music, fun for all ages, and a beer garden at Finnegan’s Wake while serving as the kickoff for upcoming summer and fall community events. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hillcrest advanced to the state semifinals after beating Helias Catholic (71-57) in a quarterfinal game Saturday at Nixa High School; they will face Holt or MICDS in an 8 p.m. semifinal on March 20 at Mizzou Arena. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ The Logan-Rogersville Wildcats won 15 straight games by beating Nevada 71-39 on Saturday at Nixa High School. Senior Sutton Shook scored 24 points as the team will face state champion Vashon in the Class 4 semifinals on Friday, Mar. 20 at Mizzou Arena. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Missouri State upset top seeded Louisiana Tech 43-38 on Saturday at Propst Arena to win the tournament championship and earn a ticket to the NCAA Tournament. The Lady Bears will learn their first-round matchup on Sunday during a Selection Show (7 p.m.) on ESPN. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Todd Barry Live at Springfield Comedy Club
7-11 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Two-item minimum — Enjoy a night of smart, unpretentious humor from the master of deadpan comedy.
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Sounds Pretty Good Combo
7-9 p.m. — The Stardust Ballroom — $12 per seat — Enjoy a delightful evening of music at this cocktail table seating event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Joseph Campbell
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