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Sunday, June 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A community life jacket drive was held on Saturday, June 28 at Bridgeway Plaza in Shell Knob to honor 14-year-old Ean Heuback who drowned on Table Rock Lake. The event began with a pancake breakfast and featured 50 life jackets donated by Bass Pro Shops (ranging from baby sizes to 4X) to help keep everyone safe.  KY3

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A one-year-old boy from Seymour died after a tractor struck him on Walnut Ridge Road about 4 miles south of Seymour when a man aged 73 was backing up the tractor just before 11 a.m.+ the boy was pronounced dead at Cox South Hospital in Springfield.  KY3

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Last weekend, two individuals damaged a floating wetland habitat at Fellows Lake—a water source and family retreat—and the lake warned visitors not to climb on or tie boats to the delicate wetlands as security will enforce all rules.  OzarksFirst.com

HEALTH NEWS

  • After a public health alert, Cedar County Memorial Hospital in El Dorado Springs reported no cases of dangerous drug symptoms since June 25 despite earlier emergencies with high fevers and seizures — local police remain informed of the situation.  OzarksFirst.com

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 7/2/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 7/9/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 7/16/25

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  • Robin Trower Concert

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

    Thu, 7/17/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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  • The Cleverlys Live Performance

    6-7:30 p.m. — Blue Room Comedy Club — Check venue for ticket prices — Enjoy a unique blend of comedy and bluegrass music from the renowned Cleverlys.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • Soccer Summer Camp in Springfield

    8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Allison Sports Town — Registration required — Experience a unique soccer camp led by Real Madrid coaches for ages 6-17.

    Mon, 7/21/25

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  • 1 Million Cups-Springfield

    9-11 a.m. — Bambinos Cafe on Battlefield — Free coffee — Network with local entrepreneurs and grow your business in a friendly setting.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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