Daily
Springfield
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal Angels Network will host a Vintage Dog Event focusing on senior dog adoptions on Saturday, May 2 at 9 a.m. at Wild Hollow Ranch in Rogersville. The event, supported by Polk County Humane Society + Rescue One Clinic, will raise funds with adoption fees and vendor sales. KY3
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Dickerson Park Zoo is closed for cleanup after a hailstorm on Tuesday damaged vehicles and buildings while killing one emu and injuring a rhea, with staff planning to reopen the park by Friday for a Route 66 event. KY3
- ➤ Tuesday’s hail storm hit auto body shops across Springfield, with Hammer’s Autoworks receiving over 1,000 calls and many vehicles already in repair becoming total losses, and insurance catastrophe teams are set to arrive Thursday — repairs may take up to a year. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ SATO48 announced on April 21 that AI tools can be used in its timed film competition while awards for Leading Performance and Supporting Performance go only to human performers. The event wrapped April 26 plus sparked local debate as filmmakers questioned fairness while others praised the creative opportunity. KSMU
- ➤ The Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield showcases 70 classic cars spanning more than a century—65 vehicles remain drivable. The museum expects increased visits during the centennial celebration, and its owners plan to sell the collection next year. KY3
- ➤ Drivers in Springfield can soon enjoy a musical road on Route 66 that plays America the Beautiful when cars pass over precisely spaced rumble strips — located near the Queen’s Gate 66 installation on St. Louis Street. The road will officially open during the Queen’s Gate 66 event on May 1. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Job Center is moving operations to the Midtown Carnegie Branch Library today due to roof work at its Boonville Avenue location, and the move will last until May 8. Staff are available (9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to offer job search and related services. Springfield News-Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recent report shows measles cases are surging nationwide in 2026 as vaccination rates slip below herd immunity, with Missouri kindergartners at only about 90% coverage (below the recommended threshold). The CDC has tracked nearly 1,800 cases, prompting health officials to urge timely immunizations. KY3
- ➤ Local Missouri native Cleta Sweeney faced an eye cancer scare and turned to MU Health Care’s Ellis Fischel Cancer Center & expert Dr. Frederick Fraunfelder for a personalized treatment plan following a thorough exam. KY3
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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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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Springfield
7-10 a.m. — Truman Elementary School — Registration required — Run through Springfield in a fun-filled family event with races for all ages.
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43rd Mid America Street Rod Nationals
May 22 - 24 — Ozark Empire Fairgrounds — Varies by activity — Celebrate classic cars and street rod culture with a weekend full of fun for car enthusiasts and families alike.
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Honor Flight 5K for Flights
8-11 a.m. — Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park — Entry starting at $25 — Participate to honor veterans and support their journey to memorials in Washington, D.C.
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Ginger Billy Live Comedy Show
6 PM – 12 AM — Springfield, MO — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique humor of Ginger Billy, a viral sensation from rural South Carolina.
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Overnight Ghost Hunt at Pythian Castle
7 PM-3 AM — Pythian Castle — Entry fee applies — Explore the historic Pythian Castle through guided investigations and storytelling.
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