Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Today, Empower Abilities hosted its annual Day at the Lake at Fellows Lake to help people with disabilities enjoy the outdoors.
The free event featured adaptive kayaking, crafts, games, local vendors, and a classic car show—more than 400 people registered.
The annual Ozark Craft Fair is taking place at Finley River Park this weekend — with over 320 vendor booths and a variety of food trucks offering unique finds.
Ozark Police Department warns that traffic may be heavy today as the fair continues until 4 p.m.
🎭 Culture
Today, residents can view a rare celestial event as the nearly full Harvest Moon rises with Saturn positioned just below—its yellow glow visible to the naked eye.
The event lasts from 7:30 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. Monday and offers a chance to see Saturn's slender rings with a telescope.
🏛️ Government
The Renew Jordan Creek project in downtown Springfield is halfway complete with work remaining on plaza spaces, landscaping, native plantings, and water quality features after heavy spring rain delays.
Campbell Avenue will reopen October 27 — and meanwhile, Boonville will close for about eight months for a new box culvert and railroad crossing improvements.
Lawmakers, civic leaders and child welfare advocates will meet on Oct.
16 from 9 to 11 a.m. at 1414 W. Elfindale St. in Springfield to discuss ways to stop child abuse and neglect—Sara Smith will give a keynote address on the current efforts and next steps.
📰 Lifestyle
Around the Ozarks, corn maze and pumpkin patch attractions are busy this season as some hosts offer haunted maze experiences with trained scare actors ensuring safety.
Aurora Corn Maze employs about 35 haunters—more than most mazes—to secure visitors while parents are advised to keep kids close.
🏈 Sports
Local high school football teams wrapped up week 6 with final scores that show clear wins, such as Marionville 50 over Pierce City 13 and Nixa 56 beating Kickapoo 7—among other matchups across the region.
The scoreboard reveals competitive plays with teams like Ash Grove beating Skyline 14 and Springfield Catholic beating Fair Grove 15.
Springfield Metro football teams had notable Week 6 wins as Nixa dominated Kickapoo 56-7 and Republic edged Webb City 27-21—setting up challenging matchups in their districts.
Glendale, Catholic and Ash Grove also face tough tests ahead as injury setbacks and new opponents shape their upcoming schedules.
🎉 Springfield Events
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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.
Night of Valor Gala
5:30 PM — Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center — Support veterans through a night of dinner, entertainment, and inspiring stories with service dogs.
Mystery Masquerade Ball
7 PM – 12 AM — Chateau Charmant — VIP tickets available — Experience a night of mystery and elegance at this enchanting Halloween masquerade.
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.
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.
Pets & Pumpkins Family Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — All About Dogs & Cats — $2 entry — Enjoy a fun-filled day with costume parades and activities for pets and families while supporting local charities.
Montycler Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — The Regency Live — Tickets from $49 — Experience an electrifying EDM night with Montycler's high-energy performance.
A Foreign Affair: From Istria to Italy
7:30-10 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $205 — Experience the flavors of the Adriatic paired with the passion of Italian song during an evening with tenor Michael Spyres.
Eric Johnson Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience guitar legend Eric Johnson live, blending rock, blues, and jazz in an intimate setting.
MPO Concert: Fall into the Magic of Music
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing — Free entry — Experience enchanting orchestral melodies in the vibrant heart of Springfield, MO.
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