Daily
Springfield
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat Springfield seeks volunteers for Rock the Block to help homeowners with yard cleanup, mowing and debris removal in Woodland Heights from May 14 through 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., inviting individuals and organizations to lend a hand. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Feminine hygiene products are not covered by SNAP, prompting local nonprofits to host drives during Period Poverty Awareness Week (May 11-17) to boost access to essential supplies, with efforts led by Diaper Bank of the Ozarks and supported by community advocate Mailyn Marsh. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in two Springfield elementary schools learned about giving through an SPS program supported by The Giving Square and the Hatch Foundation, where third- to fifth-graders researched nonprofit needs and presented $1,000 checks to groups like CASA and FosterAdopt Connect. KSMU
- ➤ High school graduations for Springfield Public Schools and other area districts are set for this weekend at Great Southern Bank Arena and additional local sites. Ceremonies begin Thursday, May 14 and run through Sunday, May 17, with livestream options available (no gifts or noisemakers allowed inside). Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Drury University celebrated 443 graduates in commencement ceremonies held May 7-9 at two campus venues. Speakers included former NBA referee Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling and alumna Winter Kinne, and 27 law enforcement academy graduates earned POST licenses at Clara Thompson Hall. Springfield News-Leader
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Community Foundation of the Ozarks launched its Mission-Related Investment program to lend below-market funds to nonprofits for projects like boosting housing quality and medical services. A $500,000 loan commitment to a Springfield revolving fund attracted $2 million from local banks — strengthening community projects for the future. Springfield Daily Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Mental Health Awareness Month, Springfield agencies remind residents to call 988 for crisis support. Greene County 911 center teams join with trained specialists to offer calm and compassionate help for those in need. KY3
- ➤ Mercy and Children’s Mercy hoisted the final beam Monday afternoon at the future pediatric center site off U.S. 65 between Springfield and Ozark; the new O’Reilly Pediatric Center will open by year's end to combine Mercy Primary Pediatrics with specialists (a key health milestone). KY3
- ➤ The American Heart Association released new cholesterol testing guidelines today, recommending that all adults test their lipoprotein-A levels (a key marker for heart disease risk) and that health care teams use the new PREVENT tool during routine checkups. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Area Sports Hall of Fame will induct eight new members and honor coach Keith Guttin — who led Missouri State University men’s baseball from 1983 to 2024 — at its annual Saturday banquet in September at the Oasis Convention Center. KY3
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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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Henry Cho Live
8-11 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of clean comedy from acclaimed comedian Henry Cho.
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Ian Bagg Live Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience hilariously interactive comedy from a world-touring performer noted for his energetic style.
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Ian Bagg Live Show
6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Tickets start at $133 — Experience an unforgettable evening of comedy with Ian Bagg in Springfield.
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The Mystery Hour – Mother Road Edition
8 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free entry — Experience an Emmy Award-winning talk show featuring comedy, music, and unexpected interviews.
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~ Pablo Picasso
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