Good morning, Springfield.

The Midtown Neighborhood Association is hosting its 35th Fourth of July parade on Saturday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Springfield — the route starts at Central Street and Drury Lane and ends at Historic Washington Park where festivities continue.

Missouri filmmaker Dusty Dale Barker used 8mm film found during a move from Lebanon to Springfield to craft a six-minute short film (marigold) that debuted in New York in January and aired in LA on June 23.

The film blends 1959 and 1990s family scenes (a nostalgic tribute).

Five-year-old Oliver Fergeson has grown up with support from St. Jude (which offered free treatment and financial aid after the loss of his twin sister in infancy).

Today, his mother mentors other families facing similar grief while keeping her memory alive.

Seven-year-old Truman Shumaker of Springfield is nearing the end of his leukemia treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital after starting care at age 3 (his identical twin remained at home during treatment) as his family appreciates the uplifting care and activities.

Ruby Rogers (4½-year-old) is receiving treatment at St. Jude after a 14-hour surgery to remove a rare high-grade glioma; she remains stable on twice-daily medication with checkups now every three months, while local events and donations continue easing her family’s financial stress.

Dozens of BMX racers gathered today at Spokes BMX in Springfield despite severe weather delays, and several young riders aimed to qualify for major events in Tulsa (scheduled for Thanksgiving).

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.

Nike Baseball Camp for Kids

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Route 66 Stadium — $299 for three days — Young athletes enhance their skills with professional coaching from the Springfield Cardinals.