Daily
Springfield
Wednesday, September 4th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Moms Demand Action in Springfield/SW MO advocates for stricter gun laws and educates the community on gun safety, aiming to reduce Missouri's high rate of gun deaths. KSMU
- ➤ Dogs of various breeds enjoyed a swim at Fassnight Park Pool's annual Dog Swim event on September 3, 2024. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ An article recounts an experiment to use a rare, functioning pay phone in Springfield, owned by a junk removal company, revealing the novelty and utility of outdated technology in a digital age. Springfield Daily Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Justin Lee White, 36, was arrested for making threats against Donald Trump and police on social media, facing up to five years in prison if convicted. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Springfield businessman Marco Denis, facing serious allegations including assault and kidnapping, has been ordered to stay in jail without bond due to the risk he poses to the community. Springfield Daily Citizen
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ City Utilities of Springfield proposes to raise natural gas rates through 2028 to fund infrastructure, while reducing bus fares starting October this year. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State's football team demonstrated hope and resilience in a close defeat to Montana, despite being plagued by mental errors and injuries. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Missouri State, transitioning to an FBS Group of 5 team, faces Ball State in a matchup highlighting the Bears' first game against a current FBS G5 member. 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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