Good morning, Springfield.

About 50 local men graduated from the Good Dads program at The Downtown Church on Thursday, gaining parenting tools+ guidance that aim to rebuild relationships with their children.

Ozarks Food Harvest launched its Summer Harvest campaign to provide meals for children during summer break in Springfield.

The campaign, partnered with Pinegar Honda and Mariner Finance, runs through Sept. 7 and features several events (including pool days and food drives) to help families in need.

The 2026 St. Jude Dream Home is open for free public tours this weekend through June 27.

Tours run on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. as volunteers from Epsilon Sigma Alpha guide visitors.

Local filmmakers raced a 48-hour deadline at SATO 48, with 55 teams finishing short films.

Audiences can view the films at premiere nights at the Moxie and College Station theaters — online screenings follow later this month.

The Missouri Job Center will return to its main campus on North Campbell Avenue after storm repairs, and visitors will use a temporary entrance (off Boonville) starting Monday.

The Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership grant program enters its final year today with four organizations in Springfield and rural areas using a $1 million grant to fund healthy food projects.

Organizers plan to release a five-year Missouri Food Charter by May 2027.

Chef Dyllan Dale at Wild Foods by Dyllan has transformed fresh garlic scapes from the farmers market into crunchy pickled treats by simmering them in a vinegar brine with herbs.

The recipe enhances potato salad and grilled meats after a refrigerator chill of at least three days.

Three Springfield-area girls soccer teams are advancing to the MSHSAA semifinals on Friday at World Wide Technology Park in Fenton; Nixa will meet St. Teresa's Academy at 7 p.m., Springfield Catholic will play Pleasant Hill at 5 p.m., and New Covenant Academy will face Pembroke Hill at 12:15 p.m.

Missouri State baseball coach Joey Hawkins announced roster updates — including the use of the transfer portal and a new pitching coach — after the Bears’ regional exit.

The program is set to build a balanced team with local high school recruits to boost pitching for next season.

Ian Bagg Live Comedy Show

6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience hilariously interactive comedy from a world-touring performer noted for his energetic style.

Ian Bagg Live Show

6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Tickets start at $133 — Experience an unforgettable evening of comedy with Ian Bagg in Springfield.

The Mystery Hour – Mother Road Edition

8 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free entry — Experience an Emmy Award-winning talk show featuring comedy, music, and unexpected interviews.

Kam Patterson Live Comedy Show

6-10 p.m. — Springfield Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience energetic comedy from a rising star and newest SNL cast member.

Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings

8:45-10:00 p.m. — Stone Chapel, Drury University — Limited Edition Tickets — Celebrate the 25th anniversary with enchanting music from The Lord of the Rings trilogy performed by a talented string quartet.

Springfield Sports Commission Awards 2026

7-10 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — No ticket purchase required for nominees — Celebrate the achievements of local scholastic athletes at the 14th Annual Springfield Sports Commission Awards.

2026 Queen City Open Pickleball Tournament

June 18-21 — Cooper Tennis Complex — Entry fee applies — Participate in the regional showdown of pickleball talent at one of Missouri's premier venues.

World Oddities Expo

11 AM – 3 PM — Springfield Expo Center — Tickets from $64 — Explore an unforgettable live showcase of the unusual and extraordinary.

S.M.A.C.T. 2: Springfield Missouri Armored Combat Tournament

9 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Pinegar Arena — Support local kids in need — Experience a thrilling 5v5 armored combat showdown featuring duels and team battles.

RPG Day 2026

1-5 p.m. — Meta Games Unlimited Inc — Free entry — Dive into an unforgettable day of adventure, storytelling, and community with tabletop roleplaying games.