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Springfield
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today starts National Safe Digging Month, and local experts advise residents to call 811 before digging projects like planting trees or building fences. They warn that if a gas pipeline is damaged, residents should move to a safe distance and call 911. KY3
- ➤ The Victim Center will mark its 50th anniversary and the building's 5th anniversary on Tuesday, Apr. 7 on W. Tampa Street, with a community celebration beginning at 4 p.m. and a mayoral proclamation at 4:30 p.m. KY3
- ➤ A senior Golden Retriever that went missing in northern Greene County was reunited with its owner after a trail sighting led to the dog's recovery yesterday, according to KY3’s Leigh Moody. KY3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Paul Mueller Company grew from a 3-person shop into a worldwide manufacturing firm over 80 years and now operates on a 40-acre campus at the intersection of North Kansas Expressway and West Chestnut Expressway. Its legacy remains a key chapter in local high-tech industry. Springfield Daily Citizen
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Today show will broadcast live from the Birthplace of Route 66 Plaza on April 30 from 8 to 9 a.m., launching a four-day centennial celebration with concerts at Great Southern Bank Arena, parades, dedications and a ball in Springfield. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Missouri Comic Con will return to Springfield on April 11-12 at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, featuring celebrities from television and film as well as comic creators (promising two days of pop culture excitement). KY3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State University economist David Mitchell (a local expert) says the conflict with Iran has pushed local gas prices above $3 per gallon in the Ozarks, straining local businesses like Rick Moseley’s and hitting trucking companies the hardest; rising costs may soon affect food and other goods. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students are exploring trade careers today at Build My Future in Springfield where 3,000 participants from nearly 75 schools learn from construction and design professionals. The event fosters collaboration between industry experts and educators to open new pathways for young talent. KY3
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Smoke from prescribed burns in Arkansas is affecting air quality across the Ozarks, leaving Springfield with moderate conditions that may pose risks for people sensitive to pollution (firefighters have been active in the Ouachita Mountains). KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fort Leonard Wood officials and community members celebrated the ribbon-cutting for General Leonard Wood Community Hospital today at 4234 Illinois Ave; inpatient and emergency services will begin on April 7 while outpatient care starts on April 13. KY3
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ As winter ends, Springfield residents are preparing to switch from heat to air conditioning. Queen City Heating & Cooling advises scheduling a professional AC inspection to avoid breakdowns and maintain comfort before the first hot day. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Spring Dance Concert: Bloom Revue
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $0 to $30.50 — Enjoy a vibrant variety dance concert featuring local talent and choreography.
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Route 66 Centennial Kick-Off Celebration
April 30th — Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque — Varied pricing — Celebrate a century of Route 66 with concerts, parades, and community events in Springfield.
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Becky Robinson Live
8-11 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience high-energy comedy from LA-based sensation Becky Robinson as she brings her unique characters to the stage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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