Daily
Springfield
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Help Give Hope has supported local families since 1981 by providing a Christmas project with toys and essentials and offering year-round aid such as rental and utility assistance — ensuring stability in tough times. The organization partners with volunteers and donors to ease hardships in the community. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Sam Edwards, who uses a wheelchair for ALS, is offering a $1500 reward after his 56-pound English Bulldog went missing from his yard near Pomme de Terre Lake in mid September. Edwards hopes for a Christmas miracle (the search continues amid suspicious activity) ahead of the holidays. KY3
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Springfield has set a $923,000 goal for its Christmas campaign to support emergency shelters, food pantries, and after-school childcare for local families, including a $225,000 target for its annual Red Kettle Campaign at Bass Pro Shops. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Beth Atkins, an Ozarks native who lived in Springfield for 19 years, will be a contestant on Wheel of Fortune on KY3 this Thursday after the 6 o’clock news. The longtime fan, who applied three years ago, brought two grandchildren for a memorable experience. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 8, Missouri Board of Education members and school officials toured the construction site of the new Reed Academy of Fine and Performing Arts in Springfield, a project funded by the 2023 bond that will open in summer 2026. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Drury University senior Katie Mizell is building a database to connect local playwrights with schools and reduce high licensing fees; the platform will launch by the new year. KY3
- ➤ Springfield school officials and lobbyist Jason Zamkus met on Dec. 5 to review proposals on school choice, tax changes, and public education funding. The district will visit lawmakers in Jefferson City in March to pursue these issues. Springfield News-Leader
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local auto experts urge drivers to check systems, tires and antifreeze and pack emergency kits as cold wind chills hit early ahead of winter in Springfield. Mechanics at Rick’s Automotive and Greene County Emergency Management say proper checks (blankets, hats, gloves and jumper cables) can help avoid costly repairs. KY3
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ After a year since grounding at Grant Beach, the Drew Lewis Foundation’s Blue House Project has cleared land and readied 10 plots for small, affordable homes that boost community living. The development is expected to finish by the end of next year (blueprint for missing middle housing). KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 7, the Missouri State Lady Bears lost 73-70 in overtime to Kansas at Great Southern Bank Arena as late turnovers allowed the Jayhawks to secure a win + the team will face Arkansas on Dec. 13. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ On Dec. 6 at Spratt Stadium, Lee's Summit won the state football championship 41-37 over Nixa when Preston Hatfield rushed for a record 457 yards plus four touchdowns as Nixa failed on a key fourth-down stop. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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