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Springfield
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ozarks Food Harvest handed out free plants and seeds Friday as part of its Full Circle Gardens project to help Springfield residents start or expand home gardens. The initiative aims to give everyone access to fresh produce regardless of financial challenges. KY3
- ➤ Daisy’s Dane Sanctuary in the Kansas City area is caring for 75 rescued dogs (including 36 Great Dane puppies) after law enforcement seized them from a Newton County breeder and is urgently seeking volunteers and supplies to help care for the animals. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Art Museum, partnered with City Environmental Services, is launching free art-making kits for kids to explore native Ozarks plants and animals. The kits titled 'Show Me Stamps: Missouri Plant and Animal Prints' are available on a first-come basis at select local libraries and the Conservation Nature Center. KY3
- ➤ KY3’s Ed Fillmer shares a Halltown resident’s long-time love for Route 66 (her personal memories add a local touch to the historic highway). The flashback segment offers a glimpse into how cherished stories keep this iconic roadway alive. KY3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local livestock farmers in southwest Missouri report that rising diesel prices have driven up costs for raising and processing cattle, which pushed beef prices from $6 to $7 per pound. Producers are testing more grazing methods – such as increasing pasture use – to help curb expenses as fuel costs climb above $5 a gallon. KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local mental health professionals are urging patients to follow prescribed tapering plans for SSRIs after HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.'s comments raised concerns about over-prescribing, warning against abrupt changes that could lead to dangerous withdrawal symptoms (a process that typically takes four to six weeks). KY3
- ➤ Missouri lawmakers passed a healthcare bill expanding women's coverage to include an annual contraceptive supply and blood pressure monitors for pregnant women, along with improved telehealth and allergy treatment policies. It was approved May 14-15 and now awaits the governor's signature (a significant step for maternal care). Springfield News-Leader
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Realtor.com data shows Greene County's median home sale price rose to $258,000 in February & that marks a 3.8% increase from January. Springfield News-Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Greenwood’s Han Seo finished second in the Class 1 state tennis tournament on Friday at Cooper Tennis Complex while local athletes from Springfield Catholic and Logan-Rogersville earned medals in singles and doubles. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Kam Patterson Live Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience energetic comedy from a rising star and newest SNL cast member.
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