Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of September.
Good morning, Springfield.
🏘️ Community
The ninth annual pickleball tournament honoring late special education teacher Nick Hostler was held Sunday morning in Springfield.
Proceeds benefit inclusion projects (supporting adaptive services for the special needs community).
Friends and coworkers gathered at Mama G's Kitchen in downtown Springfield to honor bartender Tesia Ta, who died in a car crash on Sept.
2, and to support coworker Kayle Moore; the venue donated 20% of the day's sales plus contributions to fund Ta’s memorial and aid Moore’s recovery.
🎭 Culture
The Friends of the Library Fall 2026 Book Sale runs Sept.
16-20 at the Eplex (3001 N. Grant Ave) and offers thousands of books, DVDs, and games for $1 or $5 for Better Books; a preview sale for friends is Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 4-8 p.m.
🏥 Health
Two bats tested positive for rabies in Springfield and Greene County, prompting health officials to advise residents to avoid direct contact with wildlife and update pets' vaccinations.
Residents finding bats indoors should isolate them (and call Animal Control) immediately.
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