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Springfield
Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A person died in an accident on March 24 at Springfield’s Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill — the site at 3545 W. Farm Road 34 is closed as officials await notification of next of kin. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ One person died after an accident at Springfield’s Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill Monday afternoon—city officials said the site along Highway 13 will remain closed while fire crews responded. KY3
- ➤ The Springfield Fire Department is handling a house fire on West Cherokee Street with four trucks on scene—no one was home and the fire was contained to the room where it began with no injuries or property damage reported. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ On Saturday, March 22, a crash at the intersection of Fremont Avenue and Buena Vista Street killed 37-year-old David Rodgers and seriously injured 36-year-old Alyssa Loveland—Springfield Police are investigating the incident—and officials are asking anyone with details to come forward. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ A 13-year-old girl died after being rescued from a house fire on March 19 in the 300 block of South New Avenue— the home had no working smoke alarms, according to the Springfield Fire Department. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Larry Flett, a former Springfield police officer who had worked at the Noble Sanitary Landfill for nearly two years, died Monday morning when his dump truck overturned and caught fire—causing the landfill to be closed. Springfield News-Leader
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Police Department’s Cris Swaters warned that pedestrian deaths are rising after KY3 reported a troubling increase in fatalities—officials say the warning calls for heightened caution on our city streets. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 14th annual Queen City Shout kicks off today in Springfield and will feature live music, film, poetry, visual art, and dance exhibitions at venues in downtown, Rountree, and along Commercial Street through March 30. Ticket prices are $15 for a day and $30 for the full week (money raised supports local poverty relief). KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ During Monday night’s council meeting, Springfield banned lane splitting—police can now ticket motorcycle, bicycle, and scooter riders who pass between vehicles—and formed a Citizens’ Advisory Board to advise on spending tax funds for capital improvements. The council also passed a resolution to boost access to fresh food in food deserts, especially in the western part of the city. KY3
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Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving
10 AM - 9 PM | Jersey Mike's Subs | 100% of sales go to support the Child Advocacy Center | Enjoy a meal while helping vulnerable children in the community.
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Learn to Play Monkey Palace at Bricks & Minifigs
6-7:30 p.m. — Village Meeple Board Game Cafe — Free entry — Celebrate the return of Monkey Palace with a fun strategy game and snacks for all ages.
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Tipps and Obermiller Concert
Experience live music from Tipps and Obermiller at a communal wine house in Springfield, featuring a cozy atmosphere.
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Jeremy Piven Live
1 PM — Blue Room Comedy Club — Ticket discounts available — Catch comedian Jeremy Piven in a lively performance at Springfield's local venue.
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On-Site Tour at The Waterford at Ironbridge
Experience a guided tour of The Waterford at Ironbridge, showcasing top-notch amenities and highly rated senior living services including exceptional meals and activities.
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Movie Matinee: Moonstruck
2-4 p.m. | Gillioz Theatre | Combo ticket available | Enjoy the classic film Moonstruck featuring Cher and Nicolas Cage as love intertwines in an Italian-American family.
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SEArenity Yoga
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Bass Pro Shops — $16 — Experience an hour of relaxation with restorative yoga amidst an open ocean exhibit.
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Gillioz Jazz Festival
6-9 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free entry — Experience jazz imagery and live performances as part of the Gillioz April Artwalk.
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Ozarks Beerfest
2-5 p.m. — Springfield Expo Center — All proceeds benefit local charities — Experience the largest beer festival in the region with unlimited samples of over 150 craft brews and more.
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The Wizard of Oz Screening
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free entry — Experience the timeless classic on the big screen with a heartwarming journey down the yellow brick road.
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