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Springfield
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Redemption Ranch Therapy Horses in Nixa rescued mini horses & donkeys and delivered them to local schools and nursing homes to provide animal therapy. KY3
- ➤ Peter Csere, a co-founder of the whites-only group Return to the Land, said he defended himself in a stabbing incident in Ecuador and left the country in 2023 while planning a new homestead near Springfield. Local leaders — including the NAACP and a state representative — have condemned the proposed expansion as a threat to community values. OzarksFirst.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ State troopers are investigating a crash on Interstate 71 South near milepost 208 in Westfield Township where a 2020 Nissan Armada carrying a Springfield family hydroplaned and struck a parked commercial truck just before 7:30 p.m. on July 28th—killing father Ryan Broyles Sr and injuring his wife, an adult child and three minors while the truck driver remained unharmed. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Aurora School District began training with school resource officers to improve safety under Senate Bill 68, which takes effect August 28. The law requires districts to develop a blood loss protocol by January 1 for use in the next school year—ensuring staff and teachers are prepared for emergencies. KY3
- ➤ A WalletHub study ranked Missouri last in early education, checking pre-K access, quality, and spending. The study found Missouri scored 38th in pre-K access, was second-to-last in quality, and ranked 32nd in economic support—showing a need for improvement. OzarksFirst.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield voters will decide on Nov. 4 whether to raise the hotel tax by 3% to help fund a new convention center after the City Council approved the measure by an 8-0 vote on July 28. Some council members remain unsure how to gather the $30 million match needed to unlock the state funds for the project. Springfield Daily Citizen
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Fieldhouse Sportscenter — Limited spots available — Enhance your basketball skills and character with expert coaching from Camp Kelly.
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Wilco Live Concert
3:00-9:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with Wilco, the venerated pioneers of independent music.
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Pet Therapy of the Ozarks
11 AM – 4 PM — Springfield Missouri Dog Training Club — Cost not specified — Explore the joys of canine companionship and training for happy, well-behaved dogs.
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Movie Matinee: Red River Screening
2 PM — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession Voucher combo — Enjoy a classic 1948 film starring John Wayne and Montgomery Clift on the big screen.
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Postmodern Jukebox Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $49 to $217.06 — Experience a nostalgic blend of modern hits reimagined in classic styles by the talented Postmodern Jukebox collective.
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Taste of the Ozarks 2025
6-9 p.m. — Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center — Ticket info available online — Enjoy a Luau-themed culinary experience with local eats and exciting auctions.
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Pokey LaFarge Live Performance
8-10:30 p.m. — The Regency Live — All ages welcome — Experience Pokey LaFarge's unique blend of folk, country, and swing in an unforgettable evening.
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