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Springfield
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Card collectors are gathering at Cards at Cards at Hammons Field this weekend where visitors can browse cards valued between $40 and $50,000. Co-founder Nathan Duncan said admission is $5 for adults and free for kids 14 and under, with doors opening at 10 a.m. and closing at 4 p.m. today. KY3
- ➤ More than 20 free Christmas light displays are set up in Springfield and the Ozarks where residents can enjoy music-synced shows and festive decorations at spots like Bagwell Lights and Collins Family Lighting. Community entries—updated with viewing hours and special events—guide visitors through an interactive map for the season. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Many Springfield stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day with adjusted hours—Binh Tay Oriental Market will operate from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Walgreens remains open 24 hours—while retailers like Walmart and Aldi will be closed. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ On Saturday, members of James River Church distributed food baskets—helping feed 20,000 families across southwest Missouri as they partnered with 15 shelters, homes, and schools in Springfield and Joplin this holiday season. The event relied on hundreds of volunteers and food donations. KY3
- ➤ The 12th annual Hot Rod Holiday car show began Saturday at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds with over 150 cars—food, brews, and family activities including a coloring contest and a chance to meet Santa. The event remains open today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at $4 for adults and free for kids 12 and under. KY3
- ➤ Mayor Jeff Schrag turned on the tree — the centerpiece of the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Holiday Show — in downtown Springfield on November 22 as residents began their holiday celebrations. KY3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses in downtown Springfield are asking shoppers to spend their Christmas dollars locally as the holiday season begins. Shops like Five Pound Apparel and Loomi Candle Bar and Gifts offer unique gift experiences—each purchase helping keep money in the community. KY3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Springfield report shows that basic Thanksgiving staples will cost about $43.75 at four local stores while experts warn that turkey prices will jump because a bird flu outbreak is cutting supply—raising the cost of the main dish. A national survey shows the overall meal cost will average near $54.38 in the Midwest compared to $58.90 last year. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced that construction crews finished a key phase of the Renew Jordan Creek project by installing 70 culvert boxes under the BNSF Railway in nearly half the scheduled time. Boonville Avenue remains closed—challenging local businesses like Fresh Gallery—as officials work on a pedestrian walkway. OzarksFirst.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Missouri agriculture officials say no cases of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy have been seen in Missouri even though horses from a Waco event and a barrel racing event in Guthrie were confirmed with a neurologic form of EHV-1— a highly contagious virus that affects nerves. Officials advise horse owners to quarantine their horses for at least 14 days and call a veterinarian if signs like fever, cough or stumbling occur. OzarksFirst.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State won 74-67 against UT Rio Grande Valley as Keith Palek III scored 28 points—he also grabbed nine rebounds and dished out five assists to help turn the game around. Zaxton King and Kobi Williams contributed key points while the Bears improved to a 3-2 record and the Vaqueros fell to 2-3. KY3
- ➤ Missouri State and Kennesaw State played a key Conference USA game at Fifth-Third Stadium in Kennesaw on Oct. 29. Missouri State—led by quarterback Jacob Clark with running back Shomari Lawrence—struggled with false starts and penalties as Kennesaw State took an early lead. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ On Nov.21, the Nixa Eagles defeated Helias Catholic 45 to 28 in the state quarterfinal after coach John Perry called a timeout that allowed kicker Jonah Fields to make a 52-yard field goal to halt a comeback. The Eagles built a 28 to 0 lead before Helias trimmed the gap, and Nixa will travel on Nov.29 to face the winner between Fort Zumwalt West and Pattonville. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ On Saturday, Amari Odom threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to Chase Belcher with 27 seconds remaining to give Kennesaw State a 41-34 victory over Missouri State — Odom set a new school record with five touchdown passes in a game. KY3
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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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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
8:45 p.m. — Stone Chapel — Up to 12% Off — Experience the enchanting sounds of Christmas carols played by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight in a stunning chapel setting.
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It's A Wonderful Life Film Screening
2-4 p.m. — Gillioz Theatre — Free admission — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a classic film showcasing heartfelt moments.
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Springfield Ballet - The Nutcracker
7-8:30 p.m. — Springfield Little Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the timeless holiday story brought to life with beautiful choreography and music.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Stone Chapel, Drury University — Ticketed event — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring a string quartet performing beloved Christmas carols.
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