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Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of Missouri State University's Turning Point USA group will hold a prayer vigil for slain activist Charlie Kirk on Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. near the Plaster Student Union—details will be finalized after a meeting with university leaders. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ The miniature Joplin + Springfield Railway closed today after summer storms severely damaged the tracks, ending over twenty years of nearly 100,000 free rides each summer and fall. Volunteers and supporters gathered last week to remember the rides as the trains were moved to Indiana and the tracks dismantled, leaving only a gravel path into the woods. OzarksFirst.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Owen Martin, a Springfield-area performer from Marshfield, is traveling to Nashville on Oct. 28 to audition for American Idol—he will perform his original songs and follow his summer album 'Til the sun sleeps with a new single, Barefoot Mud, due Sept. 26. His participation in the 24th season, set to air early next year, marks a key step in his music career. Springfield Daily Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Missouri’s Springfield campus will expand its program to a four-year med school to help with the shortage of doctors by welcoming first-year students in 2027 & planning to have four classes by fall 2030. The Board of Curators approved the plan on Sept 5 and accrediting bodies will review it in early 2026. Springfield News-Leader
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Utilities is celebrating National Clean Energy Week from Sept. 15-19 by showcasing its efforts to lower carbon emissions and offer rebates that help Springfield residents save on utility bills. Following its Integrated Resource Plan, the utility has reduced carbon emissions by 30% since 2025 and will expand cleaner energy projects to cut emissions 70% by 2035 and reach net zero by 2050. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ A sudden dry spell and late summer have created a flash drought that raised the fire risk across the Ozarks. Fire officials urge residents to avoid outdoor burning and follow safety rules after a brush fire on September 11 destroyed several small buildings—warning that fires must be kept small and attended until completely out. OzarksFirst.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After the Missouri general assembly approved a new congressional map on Friday, Missourians filed three lawsuits and started a petition to put the plan up for a statewide vote—meant to pause its implementation. The governor has not signed the map, which will go into effect Dec. 11 unless halted by courts or the petition. KY3
- ➤ Lone Pine Avenue closed for roughly two weeks between the Galloway roundabout and the north Sequiota Park entrance—final work on the Galloway Street Widening Project was completed starting Sept. 15. Project Manager Zach Butcher said curb, gutter and pavement work improved traffic safety and drainage. OzarksFirst.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield has many September deals as local movie theaters offer discounted tickets on Tuesday and Gillioz Theatre hosts free movies with popcorn (Encanto on Sept. 21). Families can also enjoy low-cost yoga classes, free bowling for ladies, discounted skating sessions, and special dining offers that make the month a good time to save. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Sports Hall of Famer Art Hains said goodbye to Bears fans during his final broadcast Saturday against SMU—his last game after 45 years of calling Missouri State sports. The university later honored him by renaming the broadcast booth he used for many games. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Missouri State will lock up with UT Martin at Plaster Stadium on Saturday at 6 p.m. — previous meetings have been close with margins averaging about 5 points — as the teams prepare for a continuing rivalry. 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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