Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Day of the Dog Festival will be in Springfield on Saturday, April 18 to celebrate dogs' companionship and loyalty + benefit the Missouri Killuminati Foundation. Organizers have shared details on what attendees can expect. KY3
- ➤ Ozarks Food Harvest is supplying food to unpaid TSA workers in Springfield and Joplin today because federal funding has not resumed, and the nonprofit will check weekly whether support should continue. Airport officials say the food aid helps workers+families meet daily needs until the pay issue is resolved. KY3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Show-Me Network is connecting Missouri entrepreneurs with free business support and training opportunities. Led by efactory at Missouri State and codefi, the network helps startups schedule expert help for funding and growth (SSBCI-funded). KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A veteran-themed mural replacing a long-standing Robert E. Smith artwork is almost complete downtown at Campbell and Walnut Lawn. The mural will be unveiled on Saturday (10 a.m. to noon) at an event featuring mimosas, coffee, and donuts. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 3,000 students from 95 schools will try real-world construction trades at the Build My Future showcase on April 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex (featuring 67 interactive exhibits including brick laying, carpentry, and plumbing). Springfield News-Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CTValkyrie and Mid-America Transplant, with Missouri S&T backing, will launch a drone corridor to deliver transplant materials from Springfield to St. Louis — lowering costs and halving delivery times. The test flight and ribbon-cutting start at 3 p.m. April 1 at Missouri S&T’s General Services Building in Rolla. Springfield News-Leader
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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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Meet the Morgan Horse
1-4 p.m. — Pinegar Arena — $5 carriage rides — Experience horse demos and fun family activities at this lively event.
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