Good morning, Springfield.

Yesterday, more than a dozen nonprofits in Springfield received $907,374 in grants from the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, the Jeannette L.

Musgrave Foundation and U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management to support projects in affordable housing, civic education and capital improvements. The awards include three multi-year programs and additional capital project funds that may total over $1.9 million if recipients meet renewal guidelines — a move to address long-term local needs.

Four Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers from Troop G delivered a birthday gift to Jacob, aged 10, in Willow Springs as part of Operation Birthday—his family said he has a rare genetic disorder and a strong love for police, and he was surprised to receive a trooper’s hat.

Police are investigating shots fired at a closed Steak ‘n Shake on South Campbell Avenue in Springfield on Tuesday morning — officers found several bullets and shell casings — and the suspect reportedly left on a skateboard.

Springfield officials broke ground on the Historic City Hall rehabilitation project on June 17 as demolition ended and construction began on a $23.24 million facelift for the 131-year-old building.

The project—designed to preserve historic elements while adding modern offices, ADA improvements, and new systems—is on budget and scheduled for fall.

Juneteenth—celebrating the end of slavery—is a state holiday in Missouri observed on June 19.

State offices will be closed on that day, or if it falls on a weekend, on the Friday before or Monday after—communities plan events to honor the day.

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!

Movie Matinee: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

2 PM — Gillioz Theatre — Combo tickets available — Experience the classic adventure of Captain Nemo in this 1954 film screening.

Field Trip Films: Monsters Inc.

2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $5 to $10 — Enjoy a showing of Monsters Inc. and dive into the whimsical monster world.

JAWS Anniversary Night

6:30-9 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate Shark Week early with a screening of JAWS and ocean education activities.

Hades Climb Challenge

7-11 a.m. — Ozark Mountain Sports Complex — Registration fee required — Conquer the stairs and test your endurance at this electrifying climbing challenge.