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Springfield
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans in Springfield appreciated the free dinner and community events provided by American Legion Post 639 on Tuesday. They said the post offered a comfortable place to meet and share their stories. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Springfield's 100-year-old WWII veteran Ben Lafon recalled his journey from a Texas farm boy to serving as a sergeant in the Army Air Force, remembering events from Pearl Harbor to post-war service in Germany—he shared these memories in a local interview that shows his pride and enduring spirit. OzarksFirst.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BARK Entertainment, owner of Springfield Comedy Club, announced a donation of $25,000 in free tickets for guests who lost money on Blue Room shows—customers may fill out a form online to have their original tickets honored for upcoming events, with the first performance by Matt McCusker scheduled for Dec. 12 and Dec. 13 and an open-mic night planned for Jan. 7. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Downtown Springfield’s Ty Iechyd Da Distillery will open its 700-square-foot tasting room, The Snug, on Friday, Nov. 14, with a ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m. The small room at 507 W. Walnut St—designed for fewer than 25 people—will offer tastings of the distillery's spirits including bourbon, rye, gin, and more. Springfield Daily Citizen
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Veteran volunteers lead guided tours at the Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks on E. Kearney Street, where guests see fighter jets, Jeeps, and a restored Cobra helicopter and hear stories of military service—honoring the nation’s heroes. The museum operates Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. OzarksFirst.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools teamed with local nonprofit Care to Learn to provide food, clothing, and hygiene items to families in need after the government shutdown—requests for help jumped from 15 a day to over 150 daily. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Army Reserve Major General Dean Thompson gave the keynote speech at Bass Pro’s Veterans Day event on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at the White River Conference Center with about 450 attendees present. He spoke about his 40-year military career, explained how his faith guided his decisions, and urged Springfieldians to protect the Constitution and support local growth including plans for Lake Springfield — a call to value our own backyard. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Travelers at Springfield-Branson National Airport are noticing significant renovations as the old carpet is replaced with new terrazzo tile near the security checkpoint, lobby, and gates with flooring work scheduled to finish next summer—passengers also benefit from a completed $9.2M jet bridge replacement and an expanded short-term parking area that added 162 spaces last Friday. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ Veterans in Springfield benefit from rising marijuana sales as part of the tax money goes to veteran programs—Flora Farms president Mark Hendren said the regulated market has boosted funds. Legal cannabis sales have quadrupled since adult-use began, and over $23 million from taxes was transferred earlier to help veteran programs and public health efforts. OzarksFirst.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at CoxHealth will hold Miracle Week from December 1—7 and invite local residents to donate funds that support medical care for children and families. Donations will cover costs such as prosthetics, therapy, and transportation and can be made by calling 417-268-3222 from November 11 to December 8. KY3
- ➤ Celebrations for veterans continue around the Ozarks while many who served struggle with depression, PTSD, and a suicide rate 1.5 times higher than for most people — signs that they face serious mental health challenges. Experts say new treatments like trauma-focused therapy and telehealth are giving veterans better support — offering hope for those in need. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Drake Baldwin, a former Missouri State star, won NL Rookie of the Year after stepping in for Atlanta’s injured catcher Sean Murphy in spring training—he hit .274 with 19 home runs in 124 games. The 24-year-old earned 21 of 30 first-place votes and joined Athletics star Nick Kurtz as a Rookie of the Year winner. KY3
- ➤ Chandler Jackson scored 33 points as Arkansas State beat Missouri State 86 to 85 on Tuesday. Michael Osei-Bonsu recorded a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds while Zaxton King added 18 points for Missouri State. KY3
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Stone Chapel — Tickets required — Experience the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a stunning candlelit setting.
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The Band Feel
7-8:30 p.m. — The Regency Live — Cost not specified — Experience a musical journey with a band reviving the sounds and passion of the past.
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Movie Matinee: Swingtime Screening
2-7 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Ticket & Concession Voucher combo available — Enjoy a classic 1936 film featuring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in a delightful dance and romance tale.
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BFF, Dates or Single Winter Splendor
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $44-$52 per person — Unleash your creativity and take home your own masterpiece in a fun, guided blacklight painting experience.
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Cards at Cards Show
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hammons Field — Tickets available at event — Discover, trade, and enhance your collection at SWMO's ultimate sports cards and collectibles show.
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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Screening
8-9:30 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — $75 VIP tickets available — Celebrate the holidays with a classic film and a fun costume contest.
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Missouri State Bears vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
1-3 p.m. — Robert W. Plaster Stadium — Cost information not provided — Catch an exciting college football matchup between the Bears and the Bulldogs.
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The Arc of the Ozarks: Christmas Extravaganza
5:30-9:30 p.m. — White River Conference Center — Cost not specified — Celebrate the season with a festive fundraising event for Children’s Autism Services.
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Taj Farrant's Final Show of 2025
6-8:30 p.m. — The Riff — $5 cover for minors — Experience electrifying guitar work as Taj Farrant returns to his home stage for an unforgettable performance.
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Toys for Tots 2025
2-5 p.m. — Corwin Ford of Springfield — Free entry — A community event supporting local children in need through toy donations.
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