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Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Jackson Cantwell and his teammates donated backpacks to children at the Boys & Girls Club’s Stalnaker Unit in Springfield. Cantwell, the top high school football prospect in his class, said he enjoyed playing games with the kids and will start his final season with Nixa on August 29 before joining the University of Miami. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Nearly 10,000 readers have narrowed the Captain Springfield contest from four candidates to two by selecting Clay McGranahan, VP at Arc of the Ozarks, and Nki Calloway, co-founder of Mosaic Arts Collective. Voting for the final round opens Thursday+closes midday Friday, with the winner to be announced after all votes are counted. Springfield News-Leader
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ One of Springfield’s largest companies, O’Reilly Automotive Inc, filed a lawsuit on July 30 against pharmacy benefit managers CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and Optum Rx and insulin makers Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi (alleging they conspired to raise insulin prices by up to 1000%). The suit claims the companies violated the law while the defendants deny the allegations and say they are working to keep insulin affordable. Springfield News-Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State Bears mourned the passing of Keith Boaz — the executive director of athletic and entertainment facilities — who died on August 7. A Springfield native, he had worked at the university since 2003 and was known for his deep commitment to campus life. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ At yesterday’s State of the Schools event at Glendale High School, Superintendent Grenita Lathan reviewed last year’s testing success—a 2.2% rise in language arts that beat the 2% goal—and outlined plans to update the strategic plan, launch Family Curriculum Academies in Title 1 schools, and expand teacher training. Community leaders also participated to show support for SPS as the district prepares for a new school year. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Grenita Lathan delivered her state of the schools address on Thursday morning at Glendale High School and outlined priorities to continue the district’s academic progress for the 2025—2026 school year—about 400 community leaders attended the event. District leaders will soon revisit their strategic plan before students return on Tuesday, August 19. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Developer Ralph Duda submitted a new rezoning proposal for the northwest corner of Sunshine Street and National Avenue to allow limited uses such as a medical office or restaurant without a drive-thru—he said the plan will ease neighborhood impact by adding a 10-foot easement for a new right-turn lane. The proposal will be reviewed by Planning and Zoning on Sept 11 after a public meeting by Aug 21 and is slated for a City Council reading on Oct 6 with a vote on Oct 20. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Air Power History Tour in Springfield
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Premier Flight Center — $20 Adults, $10 Children (11-17), Free Under 10 — Experience the power of historic aircraft with the entire family on display and in flight.
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Air Power History Tour - Springfield MO
9 AM - 5 PM — Premier Flight Center — $20 Adults, $10 Children (11-17), Free for Under 10 — Experience the B-29 Superfortress and other historic aircraft with educational opportunities and flights.
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Movie Matinee: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession combo available — Enjoy a classic 1954 musical about love and family in the great outdoors.
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2025 Japanese Fall Festival
5-10 p.m. — Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden — Free entry — Experience the art of traditional Japanese sword fighting mixed with contemporary performances by Samurai Sword Soul.
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