Daily
Springfield
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers are needed Saturday, Apr. 11 from noon to 2 p.m. to clean a stretch of Route 66 between Glenstone Avenue and Chestnut Expressway (registration required) at the Hammons Field parking lot as part of the Clean Green Springfield program. KY3
- ➤ A local volunteer rescued a badly injured cat on Tuesday, Apr. 7 in Springfield (as reported by KY3). KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Retired U-2 pilot Glenn Whicker will share his Cold War experiences at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks (2305 E. Kearney St.) at 10 a.m. on April 11, describing how he flew major Soviet aircraft and led U.S. escorts for Soviet crews. Springfield News-Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central High Kilties will mark 100 years with a series of reunion events that include a history walk at school on April 10, a pancake breakfast and performance on April 11, and a downtown show with an alumnae reception on April 12. Community alumni, friends and families are invited to attend. Springfield News-Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CoxHealth held a Donate Life flag-raising ceremony on Tuesday outside its north entrance on South National Avenue to honor organ donors in Springfield. Hospital officials noted that donations have saved 60 lives and enhanced almost 10,000 lives. KY3
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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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Let's Drive Campaign
12-1 p.m. — The Library Center — Free entry — Attend a class to transform your business ideas into actionable plans with expert guidance.
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Comedian Shelly Belly
6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of relatable laughs with the renowned comedian Shelly Belly in an intimate setting.
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