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Springfield
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Watching Over Whiskers in Springfield, overwhelmed with intakes during National Adopt a Cat Month, is asking local residents to volunteer, foster, or adopt cats to help care for its 250 adoptable cats and additional feral colonies through Trap-Neuter-Return. Founder Marci Bowling said volunteers are needed to help with tasks like cleaning and social media—efforts that support the rescue’s commitment to comprehensive animal care. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pickwick Street Fair will be held in the Rountree neighborhood on Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.—featuring local artists, craftsmen, and musicians at various locations in Springfield. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Bizarre Bar Gallery and Grill is the official after-party site for Ozarks Pridefest, scheduled for Saturday, June 14 in downtown Springfield. The venue will host month-long events—featuring performances by noted drag artists including Jaymes Mansfield, Lucky Starzzz, Elle SD, and Penelope Booze. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri lawmakers passed a bill that allows homeschool students to join public school sports and extracurricular activities starting in August—after more than 12 years of advocacy by families and state officials. The legislation now awaits Gov. Mike Kehoe’s decision and will become law if he does not act by July 15. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 29, Springfield City Utilities compared the storm to the 2007 ice storm as many homes and businesses in the Ozarks still show damage. A neighborhood in Monett is clearing debris and power was restored in about six days—much faster than the three weeks needed in 2007. KY3
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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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