Daily
Springfield
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local couple is facing extra financial stress after taking in three grandchildren along with their own two children and cutting back work hours before Christmas. A Share Your Christmas donor has stepped in to help the family get gifts for every child before Dec. 17. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USDA ended funding for the Heartland Regional Food Business Center that helped Missouri farmers get market access and technical support, which had created many new partnerships between farmers and buyers. Local leaders in the coalition are now working to find new funding sources to keep the support system running—farmers face tougher challenges without federal dollars. Springfield News-Leader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State Bears earned a bowl bid on the final day of the regular season by finishing 7-5 and tying for fourth in Conference USA. Fans are encouraged to fill out the online bowl travel and ticket intent form as bowl pairings and game details will be announced later. KY3
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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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Festival of Lights Free Ice Skating
2:00 PM - 4:45 PM — Brightspeed Ice Park — Free entry, $3 skate rental — Enjoy free ice skating and holiday lights at the park.
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OMRR's Run for the Ranch
9:15 a.m. — MSU Parking Lot #22 — Registration fees apply — Participate in a variety of races from a 5K to an endurance run on a scenic route.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The shoe that fits one person pinches another.
~ Carl Jung
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