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Springfield
Sunday, May 18th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Greene County Deputies found two dead men in a trailer at Lakewood Mobile Home Park after a 911 call reported gunshots at 2:15 a.m. Saturday— the sheriff’s office said the investigation found no immediate threat and no suspect has been taken into custody. KY3
- ➤ Kai Burton, a 29-year-old Springfield man, is facing charges for first-degree robbery, vehicle tampering, unlawful use of a weapon, and resisting arrest after he ordered food at a McDonald's drive-thru on May 11 while in a stolen car with a gun on his lap and left without paying. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Photos from Parkview High School graduation ceremony on May 17 at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield document the event as graduates celebrate a key milestone. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri lawmakers passed a bill on May 12 that bans hair-based discrimination in public schools and strengthens college hazing laws, and the measure now sits on Governor Mike Kehoe's desk for approval. Senator Barbara Anne Washington said the new law, known as the CROWN Act (Missouri Creating an Open World for Natural Hair Act), will help protect students from unfair treatment and promote safer college campuses. KY3
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data shows that Greene County homes were listed at a median price of $323,825 in April, up 1.2% from March. The market saw 538 new listings — a 14.5% increase from last April. Springfield News-Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ More than 30 Springfield-area high school baseball players who signed to play in college will compete in district tournaments tomorrow at the Ozark Mountain Sports Complex — the site for state championships. Six Metro teams including Nixa, Ozark and Willard carry state rankings into postseason play. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Trent Prewitt Live at Pappy's Place
6 PM – 12 AM — Pappy's Place — Entry cost TBA — Enjoy an evening of country music with Trent Prewitt and his fabulous 7-piece band.
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DEK of Hearts Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Sidebar Springfield — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a blend of country, pop, and bluegrass from a talented local trio.
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Movie Matinee: Vertigo
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $0 to $10 — Experience Hitchcock's haunting masterpiece in this special matinee showing.
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Bobby Shmurda Live Performance
8 PM — The Regency Live — All ages — Experience high-energy Hip-Hop hits with Bobby Shmurda bringing the vibes.
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Elevation Dance 2 Performances Package
11 AM — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the joy of dance with two exciting Elevation recitals.
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Willard Elevation Studio Recital 2025
2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Reserved seating available — Experience a delightful showcase of talent at the Willard Elevation Studio's first recital.
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