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Springfield
Friday, August 16th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield celebrated 81 veterans, including Mayor Ken McClure, with a special welcome home from their Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. Springfield News-Leader
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nearly a decade after a quadruple homicide in Springfield, the admissibility of ballistic evidence is debated in court ahead of Scott Goodwin-Bey's murder trial scheduled for September 2024. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ A Missouri man was charged with stalking after a GPS tracking device was found on the victim's car, revealing how he tracked their movements. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Greene County Sheriff's Deputy Jessy Snow charged with sexual misconduct for allegedly exposing himself at a Dollar Tree in Springfield. Springfield News-Leader
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Art Museum to close for renovations, with a final open house revealing future plans and temporary locations before its 3-year closure starting Sept. 1. Springfield News-Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State University President Richard 'Biff' Williams is recovering after a health scare necessitated an ambulance ride from campus to the hospital. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Darion Smith, who initially chose to play for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, returns to his home state to bolster Missouri State's defensive line, showing significant improvement under the new coaching regime. Springfield Daily Citizen
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C-Street City Market: A Local Farmers Market Experience
Experience a vibrant farmers market dedicated to supporting local farmers and artists in Springfield, MO.
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CPR, First Aid, and AED Training in Springfield, MO
Learn essential skills for adult, child, and pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED training certified by the State of Missouri-DSS.
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Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteer Day
Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity to help give back to the Springfield community while engaging in construction activities.
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Peter Pan: A Magical Musical Adventure
Experience the beloved musical 'Peter Pan' as it captures the imaginations of families with its enchanting story and timeless songs.
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An Intimate Evening with Michael Spyres: A Foreign Affair
Experience a unique concert evening featuring Michael Spyres, coupled with food and drink pairings inspired by American folk musical traditions.
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10th Annual Missouri Food Truck Festival
Experience a diverse array of gourmet food trucks offering burgers, cajun dishes, BBQ, pizza, tacos, and sweet treats at the annual MO Food Truck Fest.
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Springfield Reptile Expo: A Reptilian Adventure
Experience an exciting showcase of reptiles with educational displays, hands-on encounters, and a marketplace for adopting scaly companions.
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