Good morning, Springfield.

Clint 'Girlie' Gerlek was laid off Tuesday, June 23, after 19 years as VP of Programming at iHeartRadio in Springfield due to a national reduction-in-force.

He has been a longstanding voice in local radio and now looks forward to more time for fishing & tending his property.

Andy's Frozen Custard is asking for a tax break & up to $32 million in bonds to keep its headquarters in Springfield.

The plan will add office and warehouse space in phases, with a public hearing and cost study scheduled before construction begins.

The Mother Road exhibit is open at the former Benton Ave AME Church at 830 N Benton to share African American experiences on Route 66.

Drury University hosts the free exhibit, which runs Wednesday-Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through the end of August.

Better Block Springfield has moved the 'Make Something Where You Are' mural from Park Central Square and plans to reinstall it on West Olive Street at Holler Music Hall (opening later this year) by summer.

The new mOTHER Road exhibit explores African American history on Route 66 at Benton Avenue Educational Center on the Drury University campus.

Open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Aug. 29, it features banners, multimedia and artifacts (including items from Ms. Alberta’s Hotel).

The Missouri Job Center will host a hiring event Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Midtown Carnegie Branch Library to connect veterans and community members with employers in construction, pharmaceuticals, trash services and Army job options; attendees should bring copies of their resume.

The University of Missouri cut the ribbon today at a new four-year medical school building on East Battlefield that triples its current space and allows students to stay in Springfield for two years rather than traveling to Columbia; applicants will start in 2027 and work with CoxHealth and Mercy.

The Developmental Center of the Ozarks has launched DCO Connects in Nixa to help adults with disabilities learn real-world skills and build social connections.

Enrollment is underway as the program operates from 8 to 4.

City Utilities plans an environmental cleanup at the former gas and electric plant on Main Street by late July.

The project will remove 22,000 to 33,000 tons of contaminated soil and a public meeting is scheduled next Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Transit Center community room.

A new assessment of Springfield’s outdoor pools found some facilities are aging and rated poor, and Parks and Recreation said over $3 million may be needed to upgrade amenities at the pools.

The report covers Fassnight, Silver Springs, Meador and McGee-McGregor Wading Pool.

Mason Molina of the Springfield Cardinals pitched 6 ⅔ innings without allowing an earned run in a win over Wichita today (he is scheduled to start at home on Saturday against Northwest Arkansas).

The former Arkansas Razorbacks left-hander credited his offseason training for his improved performance.

Springfield native Trevon Brazile, who starred for Arkansas, was selected today in the second round of the NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs and traded to the Denver Nuggets — marking the first local high school graduate drafted since 1985.

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.

Animal Science 101 Summer Camp

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park — $170/Camper — Explore the world of farm animals through hands-on activities and fun learning experiences.

Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs Screening

1-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $5 to $10 — Watch the classic film about a town transformed by food-filled rain.

The Boxmasters Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the Sixties inspired sounds of The Boxmasters as they celebrate their latest album, 'In The Bay'.

Family Fishing Fun Night

6-9 p.m. — Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park — $10/person (own gear) or $15/person (rental) — Enjoy a relaxing evening of catch-and-release fishing, a Cow Train, and more at a scenic park.

Springfield Junior City Championship

Eligible for Junior Golf Scoreboard points — Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course — Entry fee applies — Compete in a prestigious junior golf tournament.

Houndmouth Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — General admission available — Experience Houndmouth’s emotionally resonant music from their new album 'Lordy' in a historic venue.

Ozarks Lunkers 2026 Season

7:05 PM — Wilson Logistics Arena — Tickets from $55 — Catch the excitement as the Ozarks Lunkers take on Arkansas in this thrilling season match.

Dinner in a Cave with Springfield Community Gardens

5:30-8 p.m. — Crystal Cave — Proceeds benefit local non-profit — Experience a unique underground dinner with locally sourced cuisine and live music.