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Springfield
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield fourth graders donated $1,000 each to a chosen charity during the Kids for Kids program (its third year) with a ceremony held Thursday at the Cardinals training center. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new series on Route 66 explores the historic highway’s impact on Springfield’s economy and culture as the centennial celebration draws near (April 30 to May 3). Local business owners and longtime residents share how the Mother Road transformed their community. Springfield Daily Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Apr. 16, Marshfield hosted an art auction featuring work by fourth and fifth-graders from Shook Elementary — raising around $80,000 for new classroom art supplies as art teacher Ray Fryman, who has organized the event for 16 years, oversaw the sale. KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local hospitals are using AI to help doctors document patient visits and spot urgent issues while keeping humans in charge. Mercy Health and other clinics are updating systems to make care more efficient as they integrate this growing technology. KY3
- ➤ Taney County Health Department wore pajamas to work today to support safe infant sleep practices with Cribs for Kids and remind caregivers that infants should sleep alone on their backs in a crib. KY3
- ➤ Veterinarians are warning Springfield dog owners about parvo and distemper (viruses that spread quickly through contact and contaminated areas) and urge owners to keep their dogs’ vaccines current to guard against severe illness during visits to crowded spots. KY3
- ➤ Evangel University’s counseling director coauthored a new book on integrated Christian counseling that blends research, faith, and clinical practice amid a mental health crisis. KY3’s Steve Grant and Dr. Kristen Kansiwics detailed the findings during a Springfield interview. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Central High School boys basketball coach Jordan Epps (after a five-year tenure) announced he will join Springfield Catholic as the new head coach; he led Central to its first state semifinals since 1963. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Avery Muniz, Nixa High School’s shot-put record holder, signed a letter of intent on Wednesday to compete for Southeast Missouri State after hard work in the weight room boosted her strength, and she aims to lead her team in state competitions. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Local teams Logan-Rogersville + Hillcrest join top high school basketball programs from across the nation for the 2027 Bass Pro Tournament of Champions. The tournament will be held Jan. 14-16 at Great Southern Bank Arena. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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