Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Share Your Christmas program seeks donors to bring joy to memory-challenged care center residents with gifts and monetary donations by December 18, 2024.
The Humane Society of Southwest Missouri emphasizes the importance of being fully prepared for the long-term commitment of pet ownership before giving a pet as a Christmas gift.
Shelley Larrick launched the Do Better, Be Better Foundation in memory of her son, Chandler Sweaney, providing scholarships to at-risk youth to foster their potential and offer support for a better future.
The Springfield Christmas Parade, themed 'A Trip Down Gingerbread Lane', will commence downtown this weekend, offering free parking at nearby garages.
🎓 Education
Preston Harris from Kickapoo High School wins Student of the Week for his outstanding academic achievements and advocacy for boys' volleyball.
🏛️ Government
Springfield's City Council debates hiring a new city manager before or after the upcoming April mayoral election, amidst the search for Jason Gage's replacement.
Six Missouri Senate Republicans propose a transition to a 4% flat income tax, alongside a spending cap, to ultimately phase out the state's income tax.
The News-Leader's Public PayCheck report, enabled by Missouri's Sunshine Law, details the compensation of taxpayer-funded employees in Springfield, showcasing the efforts to maintain competitive wages and benefits.
A proposed bill in the Missouri General Assembly would let individuals voluntarily opt out of purchasing firearms, aiming to reduce suicides.
The Springfield City Council will vote to appoint Collin Quigley as interim city manager on Dec.
16, following Jason Gage's resignation.
🎉 Springfield Events
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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.
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.
5th Annual MO Mac & Cheese Fest
The 5th Annual MO Mac & Cheese Fest will feature a variety of mac and cheese dishes at the University Plaza Convention Center in Springfield.
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