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Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield family has reunited with its lost cat after weeks of searching when the pet got away while being cared for by a babysitter. KY3
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, the Springfield Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment complex on 937 E Elm Street — next to the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity house, where the blaze started in a second-floor unit; firefighters quickly contained the fire with no injuries while the cause remains under investigation. KY3
- ➤ Larry Flett, 62, a city worker, died when his articulated dump truck overturned and caught fire at the Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill Monday — the site is closed through Wednesday as the Department of Environmental Services reviews the incident. OzarksFirst.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning, gasoline prices in the Ozarks spiked when some stations charged about $2.99 per gallon—up by as much as 40 cents—due to the switch to a spring-summer blend and rising wholesale costs (AAA stated the national average was $3.13 while Missouri and Arkansas prices were slightly lower). KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Candidates for Ozark school board discussed teacher pay, student safety, and school choice at a PTA forum on Monday — over 50 local community members, including Ozark Mayor Don Currence, attended to ask questions. Incumbent Sarah Adams Orr and first-time candidates Wade Wheeler and Rae-Ann Wade are vying for two open seats in the April 8 election while promising to advocate for the district in Jefferson City. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since 2023, Greene County improved its ex parte court process by letting one judge handle all protection order cases and making forms available online so victims can get help faster. Support workers praise the change for making court hearings smoother and safer for victims—helping them understand the process better. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ United Springfield Steering Committee endorses Jeff Schrag for Mayor—Heather Hardinger for General Seat A, Matt Simpson for Zone 4, Monica Horton for Zone 1, and Craig Hosmer for General Seat B after interviews in December and January. The committee urges citizens to submit election letters by noon on April 3 for consideration before the April 8 vote. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Chris Estrada Live
6:30-8 p.m. — Blue Room Comedy Club — Two-item minimum purchase — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian and writer Chris Estrada, star of Hulu's 'This Fool'.
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