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Springfield
Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of neighbors has revived the long-ignored garden in Phelps Grove Park by removing overgrowth and replanting native flowers—community grants and volunteer efforts helped restore pathways and historic plantings while new projects, like a woodland shade garden, are now underway. Springfield Daily Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement is searching for an 11-year-old girl from Springfield, Sophiea Stapp, who has been missing since Tuesday night, July 8 after leaving a friend's house and making statements about running away; she is described as having blonde hair (possibly dyed red) and blue eyes. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Charles Nelson was sentenced to 22 years for second-degree murder and 8 years for armed criminal action today—crediting time served—after a jury convicted him in March for the shooting death of trans woman Dominique Lucious and denied his request for a new trial. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Springfield Police issued an endangered person advisory for 11-year-old Sophiea R. Stapp after she went missing from the 2200 block of North Golden Avenue at 10 p.m. on July 8—her concerning statements to her mother raised alarm— and they ask anyone with information to call 911. KY3
- ➤ A Willow Springs woman, Meredith Helms, faced felony charges for allegedly shooting her boyfriend around 1:55 a.m. on July 9 after an argument—his non-life-threatening gunshot wound was treated at a Springfield hospital and she was held on a $25,000 bond ahead of her arraignment on July 10. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ On July 8, the Army Office of Special Trial Counsel referred charges against SPC Wooster Rancy for the alleged murder of SGT Sarah Roque at Fort Leonard Wood — Rancy, arrested in October and held in pretrial confinement, will face a court-martial when a military judge sets the schedule. KY3
- ➤ De’Mya, a 10-year-old from Springfield, was paralyzed from the waist down after a bullet struck her in the back during a violent altercation near her parked truck on North Fremont—authorities have charged a 16-year-old juvenile, with a certification hearing set for August 18 as the community confronts this tragic incident. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Kehoe signed 13 education bills on Wednesday that allow retired teachers to substitute without losing benefits, limit cell phone use in class, let homeschoolers join sports and clubs, and ban hair discrimination in schools — the law also lets Missouri State offer PhD programs and adds career-tech scholarships. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Berlin Concert at Ozark Empire Fair
7:30-8:00 p.m. — Ozark Empire Fairgrounds — Tickets from $18.00 — Enjoy a live performance by the iconic band Berlin under the stars.
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Anime Adventures (Ages 9-11)
9 AM – 4 PM — Discovery Center of Springfield — Cost info not provided — Dive into the creative world of anime with drawing, storytelling, and STEM challenges.
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Back to School Bash
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Springfield Expo Center — Free entry — Get ready for the school year with resources like backpacks and immunizations for Springfield students and families.
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