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The downtown Springfield Christmas Parade, featuring nearly a hundred entries including floats and bands, offers festive fun with a holiday market and emphasizes support for local businesses.

A federal jury ruled that a Taney County judge infringed two children's Fourth Amendment rights by having them placed in a holding cell amid a custody dispute.

Springfield's young, diverse community is fostering a unique underground music scene through D.I.Y. soul sessions, aiming to provide a vibrant, inclusive platform for live performances.

Joe Zayac and Heather Hinkey acquire 66 KIX, a dive bar in Springfield, aiming to boost its offerings with live music and a new barbecue menu.

Xurros Café, a Springfield-based business known for its food truck churros, celebrates the opening of its first physical location, expanding its menu to include unique items like 'The Xurro Burger.'

Missouri State University selected six students as the 2024 Citizen Scholars, recognizing their achievements in academics, community engagement, and leadership.

Missouri State University is preparing for its football team's move to the FBS level, addressing infrastructure and logistic concerns like parking as it anticipates larger crowds.

Former Missouri State basketball player Blake Ahearn is spending his first year away from the sport since age five, focusing on family after parting ways with the Memphis Grizzlies coaching staff.

A Springfield man, detained in Syria for seven months during a Christian pilgrimage, has been safely released following a rebel takeover in Damascus.

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.