Daily
Springfield
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eleanor Taylor and Vance Hall, owners of local businesses, purchase the established Tea Bar & Bites Bakery & Cafe, pledging to continue its legacy and beloved recipes. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ The Sandwich Scene in downtown Springfield will permanently close its doors at the end of 2024 due to the owner's health challenges, but plans to continue serving through pop-ups. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Springfield-Greene County Library District will offer feminine hygiene products for free in all its branches, funded by a Community Foundations of the Ozarks grant. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Rockaway Beach man has been federally indicted for allegedly possessing child pornography, facing a minimum of 15 years if convicted. OzarksFirst.com
- ➤ An 82-year-old man from Willard, Missouri, is in custody for shooting a woman in the leg following a domestic dispute where alcohol and a refusal for help escalated the situation. OzarksFirst.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The historic Missouri house where the Young Brothers massacre occurred in 1932 was intentionally demolished by fire, sparking discussions on preserving history versus property rights. KY3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Missouri residents must pay personal property and real estate taxes by December 31 to avoid penalties. KY3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State University plans to award 1,400 degrees across two ceremonies, featuring Governor Mike Parson and Bryan Magers as keynote speakers. Springfield Daily Citizen
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Carson’s Nurseries in Springfield offers advice on selecting and caring for live Christmas trees, highlighting the benefits of planting them post-holidays. KY3
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Children's Chorus of Springfield 2024 Christmas Concert
The Children's Chorus of Springfield presents a Christmas concert at Christ Episcopal Church featuring seasonal music performed by local youth singers.
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Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt in Springfield, Missouri
Experience a unique self-guided scavenger hunt blending puzzles, adventure racing, and informative tours suitable for all ages in Springfield.
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Missouri Jazz Orchestra: A Stan Kenton Christmas Concert
This concert features holiday favorites arranged for big band by Stan Kenton and Ralph Carmichael, performed by the Missouri Jazz Orchestra.
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Candlelight Christmas Special Featuring The Nutcracker
Experience a magical candlelight concert showcasing holiday music and Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker performed by the Listeso String Quartet at Stone Chapel.
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Ozarks Lyric Opera: Home for the Holidays Concert
The Ozarks Lyric Opera presents a holiday concert featuring the renowned Spyres family and friends performing seasonal favorites with an orchestra.
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Greg Hahn Live Comedy Show
Greg Hahn, a high-energy comedian known for his performances on various national platforms, will bring his unique style of humor to the Blue Room Comedy Club.
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Youth Pinball Tournament for Ages 16 and Under
A competitive pinball tournament for kids aged 8 to 16, featuring two hours of match play with trophies for the top three players.
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Justin Smith Live at Blue Room Comedy Club
NYC-based comedian Justin Smith, originally from Oklahoma, brings his quick-witted and engaging stand-up performance to Springfield's Blue Room Comedy Club.
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Live Performance by Chuck Briseno
Chuck Briseno will perform live at Archie's Lounge in Springfield.
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