Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Renters at two affordable housing complexes in Springfield are asking a judge to let them stay until a court decides if they were properly notified to move out. The tenants claim breach of contract and other legal violations after the properties were sold, ending low-rent rates. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Barter Boat, a traveling interactive art project with a trading post and archive, will join Route 66 celebrations on May 1 from 1-6 p.m. in downtown Springfield, inviting visitors to share their personal stories or cherished items. KY3
- ➤ KY3 meteorologist Brandon Beck is celebrating 30 years on air (he joined the station in 1996 and later became part of Ozarks Today) as colleagues review memories from his long career. KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents with chronic conditions (like diabetes and high cholesterol) can join new patient-focused trials at QPS Missouri today in Springfield as part of its expanded research efforts. The initiative has already paid over $55 million in stipends since 1994 and boosts local healthcare investment. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Spring yard work is picking up in Springfield and local experts advise residents to use proper safety measures, including checking ladder grips and wearing protective gear, to avoid falls and equipment injuries; Luke Spain of CoxHealth and Shawn Jones of 417 Mowing offer guidance + stress the importance of well-maintained tools. KY3
- ➤ The new Youth Resiliency Campus at 2748 N. National Ave opened on April 9, offering round-the-clock crisis stabilization and outpatient services for teens facing mental health and substance use challenges. The 27,858 sqft facility includes a behavioral health center + 20-bed residential unit designed to help stabilize youth. Springfield News-Leader
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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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Springfield Indian Artifact Show
May 8-9 — Ozark Empire Fairgrounds — Entry fee may apply — Explore prehistoric artifacts and connect with local history enthusiasts.
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William Montgomery Live Comedy Show
6:00 PM - 12:45 AM — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian William Montgomery, known for his appearances on the hit podcast 'Kill Tony'.
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