Friday, August 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Chin immigrant community in Springfield, leveraging centuries-old farming heritage, enriches local agriculture and cultivates cultural integration through community gardening. Springfield Daily Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Police are investigating an incident where several shots were fired into a house on North Fremont, with shell casings found but no injuries reported. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The article highlights the nominees of the 39th Ozzie Awards, focusing on their contributions to arts education in southwest Missouri. Springfield Daily Citizen
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield offers a free landfill tour to educate the public on waste management and face future challenges, with a registration requirement due to limited availability. OzarksFirst.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Planning & Zoning Commission rejected a rezoning proposal by Be Kind & Merciful for the third time, despite alterations aimed at aligning with the city's Forward SGF comprehensive plan. Springfield News-Leader
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Spice up your summer cuisine with three innovative green bean recipes including quick pickled green beans, prosciutto bundles, and a potato dill salad. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ozark's Parker Elliott aims to improve his team's record while drawing Division I interest due to his exceptional linebacker performance. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Jack Ralston's season with the Springfield Cardinals dramatically improved after receiving pitching advice from Hall of Famer Jason Isringhausen. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Missouri State linebacker Tahj Chambers takes on a leadership role, mentoring a young linebacker group while aiming for NFL aspirations. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Trevor Wilson, a standout football player and scholar, excels on and off the field as he attracts attention from top college programs for his athletic and academic achievements. 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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Karaoke Mondays at Martha's Vineyard
Experience a lively evening of karaoke, cocktails, and happy hour specials at Martha's Vineyard with host Blyss Carrington and fellow music lovers.
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Volunteer Day at Habitat For Humanity ReStore
Experience the joy of giving back to your community by volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and helping with various construction projects.
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Midweek Matinee Screening of Out of Africa
Experience a classic film as the Gillioz Theatre presents a matinee showing of the 1985 film 'Out of Africa', featuring the story of Karen Blixen's journey of love and self-discovery in Africa.
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