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Springfield
Monday, September 15th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newborns in Need has begun a sleeper drive to collect warm baby clothes for families in the Ozarks as winter approaches. Health departments and volunteers will distribute the donations across six counties (Douglas, Laclede, Webster, Wright, and Ozark) to ensure babies have the supplies they need. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale will run Sept. 17—21 at the E—Plex, Ozark Empire Fairgrounds at 3001 N. Grant Ave. with a preview sale on Sept. 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. where most books cost $1 or $2 and up as the funds raised support library programs. Springfield News-Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State University will start its 22nd annual Public Affairs Conference on Sept.16 with free public sessions on topics like art, science and mental health, and keynote speaker David Feherty will speak at 7 p.m. in Juanita K. Hammons Hall—his talk on healing and resilience sets the theme 'Resilient People, Resilient Future.' Springfield News-Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State's Bears lost 28-10 in their first home FBS game against SMU on Sept. 13 but showed they can compete with top teams despite mistakes. Coach Ryan Beard said the team will review film and work on improvements as they prepare for three Wednesday-night conference games in October. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Fall Classics: The Princess Bride 2025
8-10 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $12 to $25 — Celebrate the timeless classic with a costume contest and VIP perks at this annual showing.
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Pound the Pavement for Parkinson's 5K Walk/Run
8:30 AM – 8:30 PM — Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park — Check event page for registration fees — Lace up and hit the ground running for a cause supporting Parkinson's awareness.
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Cinema Sundays: Encanto
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a magical free showing of Encanto with popcorn, drinks, and dance performances.
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