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Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, hundreds gather at the 51st Ozark Craft Fair at Finley River Park as around 350 vendors offer handmade items, including unique saw art by Oakridge Metal Designs; the fair runs through this weekend + giving visitors a chance to enjoy both classic and creative crafts. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ At Fremont Elementary, the Kiwanis Club and Souls for the Heart gave 400 students new tennis shoes this week—continuing a long-standing tradition begun in the 1950s to support kids in need. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield welcomes visitors with a series of events from Oct. 3rd to Oct. 5th that include art walks, festivals, and trips to a nature center and zoo—each event gives a chance to try different local and international foods. The activities promise fun and a taste of the city’s lively culture. OzarksFirst.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Summer heat and severe drought reduced corn yields and hay production for local farmers, causing higher feed prices and early cattle sales as limited hay supplies strained operations—intensifying cost pressures. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MoDOT announced that crews will begin work on two Christian County bridge projects in Ozark and Highlandville on Oct. 6 and Oct. 15 respectively. The Route CC/J project will close eastbound lanes with detours and the U.S. Route 160 work will narrow lanes and reduce speeds until both projects finish by Dec. 1—led by contractor Louis-Company, LLC at a cost of $928,831. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ During his Oct 2 address in Springfield, Greene County Commissioner Bob Dixon hinted that future funding talks would include long-term solutions such as a 3% hotel tax increase on the Nov 4 ballot to support a new convention center—he called the measure a 'no brainer.' He also stressed the need for property tax reforms and updated zoning codes to ease homeownership and support local services. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Today, the Renew Jordan Creek Project showed progress on downtown construction while negotiations continue with Sterling Mathis, owner of the Hotel of Terror, over costly accessibility upgrades needed for his historic property—details that are central to completing the full renovation of Main Street. Mathis said he will propose a new plan soon to keep his family business operating and help advance the project. KY3
- ➤ This week marks the halfway point of a four-month construction project that closed W. Sunshine St. near Scenic Avenue in Springfield for a new overpass replacement spanning the MNA Railroad. Contractors removed debris and built new abutments — work on the $5.8-million bridge, which will be wider and include walkways, is expected to finish in December. OzarksFirst.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield-Greene County Health Department has opened a new WIC office in the Burrell Behavioral Health building at 1111 South Glenstone to help young families get support—staff from WIC and Burrell will work together through a referral system to connect clients to needed services. KY3
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Trouble is available for adoption at the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri, where the organization shares details about upcoming events (adoption information is updated online). OzarksFirst.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield Cardinals ended the 2025 season with a record 88 wins and clinched a Texas League championship. They are looking ahead to 2026 as promising players like JJ Wetherholt and Liam Doyle are expected to advance to the majors—bringing fresh hope to local fans. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Ozarks First is live from Fair Grove — streaming week six high school football as Chris Pinson previews the game between Springfield Catholic and Fair Grove. His video gives local fans a clear look at this key matchup. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Missouri State announced that longtime supporter Bill Rowe was unanimously honored by the Board of Governors on Oct. 3 and will receive the Bronze Bear Award at the Dec. 12 commencement—he is a 1961 graduate and former athletics director who supported the university for over six decades. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Chad Plein from KY3 and Chris Parker at Ozarks Sports Zone broke down the Week 6 high school football matchups in Springfield and recalled the ultimate fan (Sign Man Marty Prather) in their review. They provided key analysis of scores and highlights ahead of the Friday night games. KY3
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Iam Tongi Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Regency Live — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful sound and infectious smile of Iam Tongi in a vibrant live setting.
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Speed Dating for Single Parents
2-5:30 p.m. — Arris Pizza Springfield — Limited seating — Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with fun speed dating rounds designed for single parents to connect.
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Movie Matinee: To Catch A Thief
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $0 to $10 — Watch Cary Grant in the classic 1955 film about a retired cat burglar accused of a series of robberies.
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