Sunday, September 8th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Police in Springfield have issued an Endangered Person Advisory for 44-year-old Christopher Lee Renno, who suffers from multiple health issues and has been missing since Friday afternoon. KY3
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Five cars were damaged in a fire at Springfield-Branson National Airport's parking lot, sparked by an initially misidentified overheating car, with no injuries reported. KY3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri's cannabis market faces significant disruption with over 172,000 products recalled due to compliance issues, impacting numerous Springfield dispensaries. Springfield Daily Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central High School Bulldog Band's seniors are teaching underclassmen to gear up for 2025 competitions, emphasizing teamwork and showmanship. Springfield Daily Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Missouri judge ruled a reproductive-rights amendment failed to meet state petition requirements, potentially barring it from the November ballot. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State's football team lost 42-34 to Ball State after initially leading, due to a second-half collapse and crucial errors. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Willard's football team secured a 21-19 victory over Glendale, spoiling the return of their former head coach Frank Tristan to Tiger Stadium. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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C-Street City Market - A Community Farmers Market Experience
Experience a vibrant gathering where local farmers and artisans contribute fresh produce and unique crafts to the Springfield community.
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