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Springfield
Friday, April 11th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sam’s Club in Springfield awarded a $2,000 grant to support the Girl Scouts Day of Caring: Camp Renewal Project at Camp Finbrooke in Rogersville (part of the United Way of the Ozarks event). The funds will be used to improve the camp’s facilities and nearly 150 volunteers (local helpers) will work on the project scheduled for June 26. OzarksFirst.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Springfield will host two shopping events this Saturday—Women's Day Downtown will celebrate over 70 women-owned businesses with special deals and a prize wheel spin at Brunch Box from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Swapaplooza will offer a free community sale featuring over 75 vendors at the BarnHouse Event Center parking lot from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Chef Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia and his wife Judith Martinez-Garcia opened Show Me Chuy (at 1410 E. Republic Road) on April 9; the restaurant serves Italian and Mexican fusion dishes like chicken piccata and pork chops with mango pico de gallo. Locals view it as a fresh dining spot for Springfield. Springfield News-Leader
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield woman, Tammy Lee Spriggs, was charged with felony hit-and-run after she allegedly struck a skateboarder on May 4 at Patton and Walnut Street and fled her vehicle — officers later found a blood alcohol reading of .083% and she is scheduled to appear in court in May. OzarksFirst.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The well-known piano bar Ernie Biggs teased fans on social media that a big announcement will come on May 10—ownership said more news is coming soon without saying if the bar will return to its old South street spot or open in a new location. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Springfield Public Schools facing travel challenges received bike donations from the North Springfield Betterment Association on Monday, raising the total to 82 bikes provided through the R.O.A.D project to help students get to school on time. OzarksFirst.com
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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.
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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.
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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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Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
1-11 p.m. — Route 66 Springfield Visitor Center — Price per team — Embark on a fun and interactive scavenger hunt adventure through Springfield's attractions.
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Springfield Cardinals vs Arkansas Travelers
6:35 PM – 10:59 PM — Hammons Field — Tickets Required — Catch an exciting baseball matchup between local favorites and rivals.
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Local Authors Expo
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Nixa Community Branch Library — Free entry — Celebrate local stories with authors and discover your next favorite book.
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Easter Buffet at The Ozark Mill
10:30 AM – 7:00 PM — The Ozark Mill Restaurant at Finley Farms — All-you-can-eat — Indulge in a festive spring buffet featuring various stations.
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Vegan Sushi Night
6-8 p.m. — Craft Sushi — Cost varies — Celebrate Earth Day with delicious vegan sushi and connect with fellow vegans.
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Stephen Paul Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — The Riff — Refunds available until 7 days prior — Enjoy a night of toe-tapping country tunes with Nashville star Stephen Paul.
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CVMA Mouse Races
6-10 p.m. — Veteran Event Center — $15.00 — Enjoy thrilling races and support local veterans in need at this fun-packed charity event.
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