Good morning, Springfield.

Local residents are invited to leave a bag of nonperishable food by their mailboxes on Saturday, May 10 when postal workers will collect donations for the 33rd Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers—supported by local charities like Ozarks Food Harvest to help families facing rising grocery costs. Bart Brown of Ozarks Food Harvest noted that last year’s drive helped collect over 140,000 meals.

A Springfield man was arrested on May 1 after he and two others allegedly tricked a victim into letting them tie him to a bed—then beat and robbed him, leaving him with serious injuries; 19-year-old Nathaniel Aiden Pettet now faces charges of first-degree robbery, assault, and kidnapping with a bond hearing set for May 21.

Starting May 13, FEMA—together with state and local officials—will begin damage assessments in Greene, Barry, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, and Washington counties to see if federal funds will be available for repairing storm-damaged roads and bridges.

Residents are urged to file insurance claims promptly and seek help from United Way or the Red Cross if needed.

Federal Judge M. Douglas Harpool said Missouri’s SNAP call center delays and denials have persisted since his ruling last year, leaving eligible residents without food aid.

The state must meet new benchmarks—such as reducing caller wait times to 20 minutes for 90% of calls—within six months or face further court action.

Springfield’s Department of Environmental Services extended debris drop-off hours by keeping the Yardwaste Recycling Center and Noble Hill Sanitary Landfill open Sunday, May 11 and Monday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Organic storm debris is accepted free until further notice — residents should use the proper site for larger items.

Only 2MG held a summit on May 8 — and is hosting another day today at the Barnett Fine Arts Recital Hall at Evangel University to teach locals about fentanyl dangers and debunk myths for law enforcement.

President Brian Townsend said just 2 milligrams of fentanyl can kill a person — and the event features 12 sessions on topics including substance abuse awareness and online trafficking.

Springfield, MO Brick Convention LEGO Fan Expo

10 AM – 5 PM — Springfield Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the greatest LEGO fan event with creative building activities for all ages.

Disney's The Little Mermaid

2-6 p.m. — Springfield Little Theatre — G rated — Dive into a dazzling underwater adventure with Ariel and her friends in this enchanting musical.

Springfield Cardinals Game Against Amarillo Sod Poodles

11:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. — Hammons Field — Check website for pricing — Enjoy a fun day of minor league baseball action with the Springfield Cardinals.

Amarillo Sod Poodles at Springfield Cardinals

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Hammons Field — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball game featuring the Amarillo Sod Poodles against the Springfield Cardinals.

Rodney Carrington Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with multitalented comedian Rodney Carrington.

Midwest Muscle 5th Annual Car Show

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Allison Sports Town — Pre-registration required — Experience the best cars in the Midwest at an action-packed show for all ages.

Movie Matinee: Thelma & Louise

2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & combo vouchers available — Enjoy a classic film about two women's adventurous flight from the law.

74th USHA National Four-Wall Championships

May 22 - May 26 — Dr. Thomas H. Burnett Handball Courts — Entry fee varies — Watch top handball athletes compete in one of the nation's premier championships.

Stand-Up Comedy with Jeremiah Watkins

6:30-8 p.m. — Blue Room Comedy Club — Ticketed event — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Jeremiah Watkins known for his unique off-the-cuff style.

Field Trip Film Screening: Finding Nemo

2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Tickets from $5 — Enjoy a classic animated adventure as Marlin embarks on a quest to find his son Nemo.