Sunday, December 15th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Springfield Christmas parade, featuring floats, bands, and Santa, brought festive cheer under the theme 'A Trip Down Gingerbread Lane!' KY3
- ➤ Several Ozarks restaurants will be open on Christmas Day to accommodate those looking to dine out or watch the Kansas City Chiefs game. KY3
- ➤ Nonprofits in the Ozarks provide essential services to the unsheltered, offering meals, clothing, and housing, while relying on community support. KY3
- ➤ The Crosslines team appreciates community support for Share Your Christmas 2024, highlighting generous donations and the ongoing need for contributions to fulfill remaining gift lists. Springfield News-Leader
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver was declared dead following a vehicle crash into a backyard on Kansas Expressway in Springfield, Missouri, with the cause under investigation. KY3
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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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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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