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Springfield
Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On August 13th, Brightspeed and Little Free Library installed Springfield's first book-sharing box in the Glenstone Hills neighborhood—an effort to provide reading materials where access is limited. Brightspeed plans to sponsor another box in Columbia as part of a project covering 28 neighborhoods in 20 states. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On August 13, more than 3,000 Springfield Public Schools staff attended a back-to-school rally at Great Southern Bank Arena to celebrate the upcoming school year starting August 19—teachers showed school spirit with themed costumes and inspiring words from Superintendent Grenita Lathan highlighting test score gains and future plans. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Republic Intermediate School held an open house and ribbon cutting on August 11—teachers and families gathered to prepare for first classes that will start on Tuesday, August 19. The new 124,000-square foot building on 78 acres was funded by a bond passed by Republic voters in 2023 to ease the transition from elementary to middle school. Springfield Daily Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Campbell Avenue will close between Division Street and Lynn Street starting on Monday, August 18 for six weeks as a private development begins construction. Drivers must follow a detour via Lynn Street + Boonville Avenue until the road reopens in early October. OzarksFirst.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Missouri's rural hospitals face financial challenges—Medicaid cuts have hurt profits so some may close, affecting access to care at 67 facilities. KY3
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Health began investigating a possible brain-eating amoeba after a Lake of the Ozarks skier showed symptoms. Experts say that the rare infection, which enters the nose—posing a very low risk—is extremely uncommon and advise swimmers to use simple precautions. KY3
- ➤ Starting November, Children's Mercy KC will manage Mercy Springfield's hospital-based pediatric care & specialized services so local families no longer need to travel far for treatment. The joint operating agreement finalizes a long-pursued plan to bring advanced pediatric care to the region. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shomari Lawrence got hurt in a game against MSU in 2021, which gave him an extra year to play—he now leads the Missouri State Bears running game as a transfer from FIU and is set to be a main player when the team opens its season on Aug.30 at USC in Los Angeles. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Kid'Athlon
1:30-5 p.m. — Chesterfield Park — $35/Child; $25/Additional child — A mini-triathlon for kids ages 5-12 featuring swimming, biking, and running fun.
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