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Springfield
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Christine Schilling is creating a mosaic mural (14-by-10 ft) from donated mugs that honors the Mother Road and Springfield's role as its birthplace; it will be installed at the Route 66 Birthplace Plaza downtown next month. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools approved a $1.1 million bid to renovate Lafayette Park’s football field and track — the improvements will be completed before Reed Middle School opens to serve students and residents. KY3
- ➤ Ozark High School celebrated Tuesday night the completion of renovations to its baseball field. The facility features artificial turf, fencing, and a backstop wall and has been named Mike Essick Field — a tribute to the longtime coach funded by bond money approved in 2022. KY3
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield lawns that were green turned yellow after sudden temperature swings earlier this month. Experts advise homeowners to trim damaged tips, fertilize and water the lawns (for recovery) to help them bounce back. KY3
- ➤ The Dickerson Park Zoo euthanized its 12-year-old Malayan tiger, Cinta, Monday, March 23 after vets discovered an irremovable tumor in its abdomen. The tiger arrived a year ago from San Diego as part of the Special Survival Plan. Springfield News-Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The St. Louis Cardinals stopped in Springfield on their way back from spring training and beat Memphis 3-2 at Hammons Field — Trey Paige's eighth-inning solo home run put them ahead. KY3
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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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Big Boogie & JaYy Wick Concert
7 PM — Springfield, MO — $50.00-$135.00 — Experience an electrifying night of music with top artists in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Stone Cold and The Jackal Live Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of comedy and music with soap opera stars Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson.
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