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Springfield
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Foster kids from Greene County participated in the fourth annual Hunt for Independence on May 30 at The Shrine Mosque, where they learned skills for buying cars, transferring titles, paying taxes, and more. The event, hosted by the Greene County Juvenile Center and partners including Cox College, allowed day-of registration for foster and adopted youth ages 14 to 20 (with a parent or guardian present) and included prizes for achievements. KY3
- ➤ Police officers rescued a small fawn stuck in an empty pool in Springfield last week—bodycam footage shows them carefully lifting the animal as its mother deer looked on. KY3
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 29th, a 2008 Mercury Mariner carrying three Rogersville teens was struck on Highway 60 by a semi-truck—two passengers were pronounced dead at 11:45 p.m. while the 17-year-old driver was taken to Cox South Hospital with moderate injuries. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Police responded at about 10 a.m. Friday at the intersection of East Republic Road and Lone Pine Avenue when a dump truck lost control and drove into a ditch—two tow trucks cleared the scene while the driver suffered no injuries. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Families seeking indoor summer fun can visit the Discovery Center downtown Springfield, which offers hands-on learning with a new salamander exhibit & Summer of Science camp sessions for kids. CEO Tyler Moles said the center plans these programs to attract more visitors on rainy or hot days when outdoor play is limited. OzarksFirst.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield state Rep. Melanie Stinnett launched her campaign for the Missouri Senate seat on May 29 in Springfield, saying she wants to bring real solutions to local families. She is running in a race expected to be among the most competitive and expensive in the state, with state Rep. Alex Riley (house majority leader) endorsing her candidacy. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ City Utilities reported that the April 29 storm—Springfield’s most destructive weather event since 2007—caused damage estimated between $9 million and $11 million and left 62,000 customers without power. Crews replaced 267 utility poles, 111,800 feet of wire and 175 transformers while seeking reimbursement from state and federal agencies. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Movie Matinee: Twister Screening
2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession Voucher combo available — Relive the thrill of tornado-chasing in the classic 1996 adventure film, 'Twister'.
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DeeBaby Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The Regency Live — All ages — Experience DeeBaby's heart and hustle in a vibrant hip-hop rap performance.
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John Moreland Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Regency Live — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful sounds of John Moreland after his celebrated decade of musical achievements.
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