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Springfield
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield will host a dog swim event at Fassnight Park and Pool on Sept. 2 from 4—7 p.m.—registration is due by Sept. 1 with fees of $8 per dog-human pair and an extra $3 for each additional person while the pool closes for the season. Branson will hold its dog swim event at AquaPlex on Sept. 1 from 6:30—8 p.m.—online registration ends Aug. 31 with fees of $6 if registered online or $8 at the door, and dogs must be kept leashed with a handler. OzarksFirst.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Utilities finished its 26-year project to install an 11.25-mile 48-inch water main that now provides a more reliable water supply to the Blackman Water Treatment Plant. The pipeline included air release valves and special casings — measures that will help prevent future service interruptions. OzarksFirst.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Crews began demolition last week of the former Zio’s restaurant off South National Avenue—Zio’s closed after a kitchen fire in June 2020 and no new plans have been announced. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State University celebrated its entrance into Conference USA Tuesday evening—hosting a pep rally with food trucks, inflatables for kids and football video games—and marked its first season as a Division One FBS program. The athletic department said the Bears will open football season on Saturday at USC—bringing a new platform for televised games. KY3
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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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Blind Melon Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — The Regency Live — All ages — Blind Melon returns for a night of alternative rock after six years away.
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Springfield Native Plant Sale
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Bass Pro Shops — Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted — Discover a variety of native plants while supporting local conservation efforts.
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Movie Matinee: Harvey Screening
2 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Combo ticket available — Enjoy a classic film about a man and his imaginary giant rabbit friend.
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