Good morning, Springfield.

City Utilities’ Peak Rewards program enrolled over 2,000 smart thermostats that lowered demand by 2.4 MW on June 30, saving enough energy for about 2,000 homes during peak use.

Customers can enroll year-round to help ease strain on the electric system (boosting community participation).

Firefighters from Ozark, Battlefield, Branson and Purdy aided flood rescue operations in Iron and Reynolds counties last weekend — they rescued three people from the Black River and searched damaged campgrounds as flooded roads forced long detours and hampered recovery efforts.

The joint response improved readiness for future emergencies.

Total Point Urgent Care closed its clinics in Springfield and Nixa early in July after employees stopped receiving paychecks and were laid off—clinic doors now display signs citing corporate unforeseen circumstances.

Gov. Mike Kehoe signed a law that creates a centralized dementia services coordinator at the Department of Health and Senior Services to help caregivers and patients access vital support.

The program will roll out within a year after next fiscal funding is allocated (costing about $74,000 annually).

Missouri Thunder will host the three-day Labor Day event Bass Pro Shops PBR Thunder Days at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena near Big Cedar Lodge from Sept.

4 to Sept. 6, featuring bull riding and concerts by Chris Janson & Miranda Lambert. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 17 at 10 a.m. CT online.

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.

Underoath Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — The Venue on Sunset — Tickets from $80 — Underoath delivers an unforgettable live music experience in Springfield.