Good morning, Springfield.

James Snetselaar, 54, died on June 6 from injuries after a house fire that started on May 30 on the 800 block of South Delaware Avenue—firefighters rescued a woman from the home, and investigators say the fire was accidental because the property lacked working smoke alarms.

Monsta Farms, LLC—Springfield's first state-approved marijuana micro-cultivator—is setting up a small grow space near Glenstone Avenue and Division Street after leasing a warehouse.

The company will begin operations when it receives clearance from the Missouri Department of Health—expected between summer and fall—and plans to produce boutique cannabis products for micro-dispensaries.

Staff and vendors are setting up at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds for the Red Angus Youth Expo, which educates local youth about agriculture from June 8-13.

The event expects hundreds of visitors from the United States and abroad, with roughly 400 animals entered and nearly 200 exhibitors.

Construction on Pipkin Middle School is underway in Springfield after the school closed on the 8.86-acre property from the Assemblies of God on January 21 and funded the $53 million project through Proposition S bonds — the board approved Crossland's bid to finish the project in 2027.

Springfield-area first responders and the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will host the Bleed Greene Blood Drive this Friday at 220 W Plainview Road from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Donors will receive a limited edition Bleed Greene t-shirt, a voucher for a pint of Hiland Ice Cream, and a voucher for two Springfield Cardinals tickets (subject to supply) while $10 per donation is given to the Greene County 100 Club.

Health inspectors reviewed Springfield restaurants from June 2–6 and found that most met food safety rules with only a few minor violations, such as a blocked hand washing sink and utensil debris, which were corrected on site – officials provided on-site education to address each issue.

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.

2025 Butterfly Festival

9 AM – 3 PM — Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center — Free entry — Celebrate pollinators at this beloved festival marking its 16th year.

Breakthrough Basketball Camp

June 17-19 — Strafford Sports Center — $97 — Improve your basketball skills with focused training for young athletes.

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'.

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.

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.

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.

TPC Together 2025: HR is More Than Payroll

7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center — $125 for public, $95 for TPC clients — Explore how HR influences business beyond just payroll through insightful sessions and networking.

T.J. Miller Stand-Up Comedy Show

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Blue Room Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of humor with one of the world's most sought-after comedians.

Unite for Bleeding Disorders

The Midwest Hemophilia Association will host their annual walk Saturday, June, 28, 2025, from 4:00 - 7:00pm at Springfield Botanical Garden in Nathanael-Green Park. Open to the public, this day is about more than fundraising...it's a day to UNITE for hope, Unite for community, and UNITE to make a difference for people diagnosed with bleeding disorders!