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Springfield
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Springfield realtors are hosting a free microchip event on June 7 to help local pet owners ensure their dogs and cats are microchipped — the event aims to boost pet safety and registration. KY3
- ➤ Fleet Feet Springfield hosted The Big Fun Run on Wednesday, June 4 at 5:45 p.m. to encourage residents to get outside on Global Running Day—food trucks, raffles, snacks, music, and free t-shirts for the first 100 participants were available along one- and three-mile routes from the Fleet Feet store to East Lark Street, down East Lakewood Street and back up National Avenue. KY3
- ➤ On Sunday, a shred event will take place at the Caliber Collision parking lot on West Sunshine next to KY3 studios where residents can securely dispose of old tax documents and sensitive papers from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The fundraiser, hosted by the Community Partnership of the Ozarks to support Crime Stoppers, requires cash payments of $5 for a small box or $10 for a large box. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Marshals arrested the fifth suspect, Arshaun Bradley (21) from Springfield after he had been on the run for over a year and he now faces a first-degree murder charge for the November shooting death of Chaviz Nguyen in downtown Springfield. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Public School District now has 20 tornado safe rooms built from voter-approved bond issues to protect students and staff during severe weather. Outside school hours, these shelters (including gymnasiums at elementary sites) open for 10 minutes after a tornado warning to serve the community. KSMU
- ➤ Missouri lawmakers approved a $50 million appropriation for the MOScholars program to help boost private school scholarships while public schools retained full funding. State Treasurer Vivek Malek said the funds will expand the program for over 6,000 students next year and may face legal challenges—raising concerns about using state general revenue for private education. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City consultants launched a study on a 3.1 mile stretch of Sunshine Street between Glenstone Avenue and Kansas Expressway—gathering public input at an open house on Tuesday and planning a design charrette this summer—to guide future improvements in safety and economic growth. The team will deliver final recommendations by early 2026. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jack Ralston did not allow any runs in six relief appearances in May while holding batters to a .098 average in 13 innings pitched for the Springfield Cardinals. The 6-foot-6 reliever is focused on competing in every role—he hopes his strong performance will lead to a promotion similar to that of a teammate who advanced recently. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Fair Grove overcame a rain delay and a tense 7th inning to win the Class 3 semifinal 3-0 against Portageville at Ozark Mountain Sports Complex on June 4, 2025 with Brock Boatwright (106 pitches) and reliever Spensar Seiger shutting the contest down. The Eagles will face Fatima (at 1 p.m. today) at the same venue. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Missouri Bee Day 2025
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Darr Agricultural Center — $65 members, $75 non-members, $15 youth — Dive into a day of beekeeping education with lectures, live apiaries, and vendor insights.
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