Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of March.
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🏘️ Community
A Nixa mom named Amy Hamilton asked for help on Facebook after her son, Zach, said he only had one classmate he felt comfortable with, and the community answered by turning his birthday party at a local park on Saturday into a friend-making event—more than 52 kids came and a classic car parade added to the celebration. The event gave many kids a chance to connect over similar struggles.
🚧 Accidents
On Saturday, a car crashed into a Subway restaurant sign on Glenstone near East Delmar Street at 2:21 a.m. — leaving two people dead and prompting police to close northbound lanes for several hours as they investigated the cause.
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash with a car on S.
Campbell Avenue near Broadmoor Street on Saturday afternoon—Springfield Police closed the road for an investigation.
🏛️ Government
In the Zone 4 race for Springfield City Council, incumbent Matt Simpson and challenger Bruce Adib-Yazdi offer different visions for addressing the southeast's contested development projects—Simpson, who serves as mayor pro tem and emphasizes public safety, relies on his record while Adib-Yazdi will use his 20 years of architectural experience, and voters will decide the seat on Tuesday, April 8.
🎉 Springfield Events
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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.
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.
Gillioz Jazz Festival
6-9 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free entry — Experience jazz imagery and live performances as part of the Gillioz April Artwalk.
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.
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.
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'.
Valparaiso Beacons vs Missouri State Bears Baseball Game
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Hammons Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup while supporting a good cause.
Soul Shine Mini-Retreat
Soul Shine Mini Retreat is a rejuvenating experience designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit through gentle movement, connection, and intentional self-care. This intimate gathering at Shine invites you to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and radiant from within.
MSU Baseball vs Valparaiso
1-5 p.m. — Hammons Field — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Missouri State Bears as they take on Valparaiso University in an exciting baseball matchup.
Movie Matinee: Thomas Crown Affair
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession Voucher combo available — Enjoy a classic heist film featuring Steve McQueen in a thrilling cat-and-mouse game.
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