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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KY3 has hired veteran anchor Emily Pritchard as its newest co-anchor; she will appear on noon and 6 p.m. newscasts over the coming weeks before her official start on July 28—she replaces longtime host Lisa Rose, whose final newscast is on July 25. Pritchard, a Missouri native with over fifteen years in journalism, said she is excited to return home and share her expertise. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 15, police responded to a well-being check at a north Springfield apartment on N. Clifton Ave and discovered that 21-year-olds Andrew Calton and Katrina Dotson were found dead after Calton fatally shot Dotson then took his own life—four juveniles present were unharmed. Springfield News-Leader
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jin J. X, a Springfield musician from Chicago, released a new album titled 'The Barefoot, Pregnant, Neckbeard, Marital Bed, String Band' that he calls an 'Afrofuturist odyssey' blending folk-Americana with country music. He will hold a Cowboy Night album release party at The Creamery Arts Center on April 26 at 7 p.m. — tickets cost $10 and a trio of local musicians will join him. Springfield Daily Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield-born Build My Future event returned to the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds on Wednesday with 3,300 students from more than 100 schools exploring career paths in architecture, construction and engineering. Board member Megan Herzog said the event helped break myths about skilled trades and address the need for new workers—after many older workers retired. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Humane World for Animals listed 26 Missouri dog breeders for violations—14 of which are in southwest Missouri and include repeated issues like dodging inspections and failing to care for animals properly. A state representative filed HB 185 that will tighten regulations on commercial breeders—making repeated violations a class A misdemeanor and restricting pet shops from buying animals from noncompliant breeders. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Finalists for the Springfield city manager role participated in virtual town halls on Tuesday, April 15 to answer questions about social challenges, development issues and economic growth while they await further interviews with stakeholders—city officials will choose a new manager before the April 21 meeting as the mayor elect prepares to be sworn in. The finalists include David Cameron, Bob Cowell and Brian Weiler, and the city has been led by an interim manager since January. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ The Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee — led by state Sen. Lincoln Hough — added nearly $300M to public school funding and restored $8M for a Springfield footbridge project cut by the House. The committee finished amending nine of 13 bills on Tuesday and will complete revised bills for debate starting April 29. Springfield News-Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Centers for Disease Control reports alcohol abuse disorder takes 178,000 lives each year—April is Alcohol Awareness Month and experts are reviewing addiction and recovery options. In 2023, 29 million Americans struggled with the condition, which increases focus on treatment and community support. KY3
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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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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.
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Springfield Cardinals vs Northwest Arkansas Naturals
11:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. — Hammons Field — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of a live baseball game with the Springfield Cardinals taking on the Northwest Arkansas Naturals.
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Brown Bag Concert Series: Missouri State Opera Theatre
12-1 p.m. — John Goodman Amphitheatre — Free entry — Experience the award-winning Missouri State Opera Theatre in a captivating performance showcasing student talent.
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Taco de SOMO 2025
6-9 p.m. — Farmers Park Apartments — Free entry — Enjoy a taco festival where local chefs compete for the title of Taco Champion while supporting a great cause.
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