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Springfield
Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival, Military Warriors Support Foundation and Chevy Dealers of the Ozarks honored former Marine Corps Corporal Jonathon Letner for his service in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Hawaii. They gave him a new 2025 Chevy Silverado + the award came from the Chevrolet Everyday Heroes program + his honor shows his sacrifice. KY3
- ➤ Generations Village, Missouri’s first community that brings together foster families, aging youth and seniors, is nearly complete in Willard and will have 52 homes—12 for foster families, 36 for seniors and eight for youth. The project will also include a community building, sports center, garden and playground to help neighbors support one another. Springfield Daily Citizen
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Springfield business owners Darryl and Jennifer Barr purchased Uncle Bently’s Pub and Lounge on Aug. 4 and plan to keep its heritage from 1978 with minor technological and signage upgrades. They will add food offerings in the future by catering from Georgia Mac’s and coordinating local food trucks—moves aimed at reviving this well-known local landmark. Springfield Daily Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A four-year-old child died after shooting themself with a gun on Friday when officers responded at 12:15 p.m. to a call at the 900 block of North Fulbright Ave and the child was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead by 4 p.m.—the investigation is still ongoing. OzarksFirst.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Springfield is hosting the annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival this weekend to honor the city’s historic role with the Mother Road—kicking off Friday at noon with a classic car show. The event offers a parade at 6:00 p.m. from Grant Ave. to National Ave., nightly drone shows over Motorcycle Village, and free parking for visitors. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School buses will return to Springfield roads on August 19 with students aboard, and drivers are urged to slow down and stop when buses display yellow lights or extend their stop signs. State troopers and school officials note that bus cameras and panic buttons will help capture violations for police follow-up. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 6, the Ozark Region Workforce Development Board decided not to issue RFPs for its workforce programs and will keep the city on monthly renewals. Board Chair Andrea Sitzes said City Manager David Cameron’s strong leadership helped ease past tensions—now the board will fund a report and send members on study trips to learn best practices for future planning. Springfield Daily Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CoxHealth has set up 15 cooling stations and on-site medical staff at the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival today to treat heat-related emergencies for the 65,000 expected attendees. Festival workers are handing out water — urging everyone to drink early to avoid heat illness. KY3
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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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