Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
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🏘️ Community
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.
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-Greene County Library District will offer feminine hygiene products for free in all its branches, funded by a Community Foundations of the Ozarks grant.
🚨 Crime
A Rockaway Beach man has been federally indicted for allegedly possessing child pornography, facing a minimum of 15 years if convicted.
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.
🎭 Culture
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.
📰 Economy
Missouri residents must pay personal property and real estate taxes by December 31 to avoid penalties.
🎓 Education
Missouri State University plans to award 1,400 degrees across two ceremonies, featuring Governor Mike Parson and Bryan Magers as keynote speakers.
📰 Lifestyle
Carson’s Nurseries in Springfield offers advice on selecting and caring for live Christmas trees, highlighting the benefits of planting them post-holidays.
🎉 Springfield Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Live Performance by Chuck Briseno
Chuck Briseno will perform live at Archie's Lounge in Springfield.
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