Daily
Springfield
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield-Greene County Library District will hold art talks, musical readings, and an author event in March and April at the Library Center (4653 S. Campbell Ave), with a March 16 feedback survey, art sessions on Wednesdays, a musical on March 26, and a ticketed author visit on April 23. Springfield News-Leader
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hummingbirds normally arrive beginning in early April, so residents are urged to plant bright tubular flowers and hang feeders to attract ruby-throated hummingbirds + other visiting species. Local officials advise cleaning feeders weekly to keep nectar safe until late October. Springfield News-Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State Lady Bears will compete in an NCAA Tournament play-in game against Stephen F. Austin at the University of Texas on Wednesday; if they win, they will face No. 1 seed Texas on Friday. 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
You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.
~ James Clear
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