Good morning, Springfield.

The Springfield-Greene County Library District is helping local entrepreneurs by providing free access to online courses and research tools—such as Udemy, PolicyMap and Gale Business: Insights—and hosting monthly business workshops.

A one-day workshop on simple steps for starting a business will be held on July 11 in the Library Center auditorium to cover start-up basics, marketing and funding.

Springfield police say 19-year-old Lavontae Bennett died at his home on West Webster Street early Sunday morning, June 22—no one has been arrested and the incident is thought to be isolated.

Four citizens were injured in a Springfield shooting that took place early Sunday morning on June 22 at 2:04 a.m. on the 500 block of E.

St. Louis Street + police report the injuries are non-life-threatening and no suspect has been taken into custody.

Missouri State University completed a six-month review of its scholarship programs and will phase out some awards to boost need-based and merit-based aid for prospective students—current recipients will keep their scholarships.

University officials said the changes are designed to attract more students to campus and better manage financial support.

At today's Springfield city council meeting, residents voiced worries over a proposal to rezone 104 acres near N.

Vernon Ave that could increase housing density and traffic in their tight-knit neighborhood. City staff supports the plan & the vote is set for 6:30 p.m. at the police and fire training center on W. Battlefield.

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.

Movie Matinee: Rocky

2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession Voucher combo available — Experience the iconic 1976 film 'Rocky' featuring Sylvester Stallone as a small-time boxer chasing the heavyweight title.

Robin Trower Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary guitarist Robin Trower perform classics from his iconic albums.

Ultimate Tribute to the Bee Gees

7:30-10 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $38 to $78 — Experience the stunning harmonies and disco hits of the Bee Gees performed live by an acclaimed tribute band.