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Springfield
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 21, Springfield hosted a free plant and seed giveaway at the west parking lot of Crosslines Community Outreach on E. Division St.—organizers from Ozarks Food Harvest and Crosslines Community Connections gave away peppers, tomatoes, herbs, and seeds—and local experts taught simple tips on composting and container gardening. KSMU
- ➤ The Ozarks Regional YMCA will run Camp Wakonda in Ash Grove this summer, offering six-day sessions for ages 7 to 17 and three-day mini camps for younger children with eight different themes. Camp Director Myra Cassady said registration should be completed soon—spots are limited and scholarships are available. OzarksFirst.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sheriff’s deputies responded to a wooded area northwest of the intersection of West Junction Street and Farm Road 123 on May 21st after human skeletal remains were found at a homeless camp—authorities are processing the evidence and asking anyone with information to come forward. Springfield Daily Citizen
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Unlike many states that let libraries offer free park passes, Missouri libraries do not provide passes for state parks because admission is free and the parks are funded by a dedicated sales tax—instead, libraries offer passes for area museums and local attractions. Visitors should note that extra fees may apply for camping and off-road vehicle permits. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Springfield Police Department hosted a memorial service at Life360 Church in Chesterfield Village to honor 165 law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty in 2024, including four from Missouri. Governor Mike Kehoe and local officials spoke to acknowledge their sacrifice and reinforce community respect. KY3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UT journalism professor Mallary Tenore Tarpley — who shared her personal recovery journey from an eating disorder — detailed her experience in her new book Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery, noting that eating disorders affect millions in the nation. KY3
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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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Field Trip Films: Toy Story Screening
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $5 to $10 — Enjoy a nostalgic adventure with Woody and Buzz in this classic animated film.
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2025 Butterfly Festival
9 AM – 3 PM — Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center — Free entry — Celebrate pollinators at this beloved festival marking its 16th year.
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Breakthrough Basketball Camp
June 17-19 — Strafford Sports Center — $97 — Improve your basketball skills with focused training for young athletes.
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