Good morning, Springfield.

Citizens in Greene County celebrated Patriots’ Day to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War by honoring the first battles of Lexington and Concord with a ceremony led by the Ozark Mountain chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution — county officials said more patriotic events will be held ahead of next July 4th.

Simply Everything Apple, a locally owned repair shop in Springfield that has served the community since 1984, is watching potential tariff changes that could affect the cost and availability of Apple parts for repairs.

General Manager Andrew Porting said the shop will stock more parts if new tariffs encourage customers to hold onto their devices longer — policy changes remain uncertain.

On Friday night, an EF-0 tornado touched down briefly in southeast Greene County causing broken branches and damage to a few outbuildings near E.

Farm Road 186 and S. Farm Road 203. The National Weather Service said the storm lasted one minute with peak winds of 70 mph and no injuries were reported.

The Springfield Fire Department reported a drop in opioid incidents after distributing 185 Narcan kits in 2024, down from 282 kits last year—officials said increased community education and access helped reduce the overdoses.

Missouri State University is mourning its senior football player Todric McGee who died early Saturday from injuries he got at his home on Friday.

University officials offered condolences and grief counseling services to help teammates cope — the investigation remains ongoing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jeremy Camp Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $25 to $149.75 — Experience the uplifting music of Jeremy Camp with a night of inspirational songs and stories.

Payton Smith Live Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — Midnight Rodeo — Ticket info available — Experience the rising star Payton Smith and his captivating blend of country music.

Acres Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — The Regency Live — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the passionate live performance of Acres that resonates with the audience from start to finish.