Good morning, Springfield.

Stick It In Your Ear — a record store off East Walnut Street — is preparing for Record Store Day today with employees expecting long lines starting Friday night.

Fans can look for exclusive vinyl releases and enjoy free breakfast at Gailey’s Breakfast Cafe beginning at 6 a.m.

About 200 people attended the brick-laying ceremony at Victims Memorial Garden at Phelps Grove Park on Thursday, April 10, where six bricks were dedicated to victims, survivors, and law enforcement—Kim Pulley, first assistant prosecuting attorney, said the bricks serve as a lasting symbol of loss and remembrance in our community.

The North Springfield Betterment Association will donate 23 bicycles Monday to Springfield Public Schools students to help improve attendance — this effort brings the ROAD committee’s total to 82 bicycles given this school year.

The association works with the district to identify students who need reliable transportation.

U.S. Bank and the Downtown Springfield Association have opened applications for the third round of ASCEND grants that offer five $5,000 awards to small businesses in center city.

The program builds on past rounds that supported local restaurants, shops and service providers and is supported by the Springfield Finance and Development Corporation, efactory at Missouri State University and the Multicultural Business Association.

Police investigated the deaths of two people found at a house and two businesses in the 200 block of East Kearney near Boonville Avenue around 11 a.m. on Friday—homicide investigators are looking into the cause and say there is no danger to the public.

Springfield is offering many wine dinners this April that pair global vintages with gourmet meals at local venues such as Vino Cellars, Gilardi’s Ristorante, Cellar+Plate and SPLIT Social Kitchen.

Event dates range from April 13 to June 8 with ticket prices between $40 and $200.

Missouri State’s Athletic Director Patrick Ransdell said the school is holding logistical meetings to plan paying athletes starting in the next season and this summer after its exit from the Missouri Valley Conference.

The new approach will let the school pay athletes directly following a federal court ruling— a change that could reshape college sports.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vegan Sushi Night

6-8 p.m. — Craft Sushi — Cost varies — Celebrate Earth Day with delicious vegan sushi and connect with fellow vegans.

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.

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.

The Little Mermaid Musical

2-6 p.m. — Springfield Little Theatre — Suitable for all ages — Experience the underwater adventure of Ariel in this enchanting musical filled with beloved songs.