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Springfield
Monday, December 16th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crosslines is finalizing donations for Share Your Christmas 2024, aiming to provide personalized gifts and essential household items to over 100 families and care center residents by Friday. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ In 1983, 'Signing Santa' Randy Luna used ASL to share 'The Night Before Christmas' with deaf and hearing-impaired children at North Town Mall, enhancing their holiday experience. Springfield News-Leader
- ➤ Springfield Police intensify DUI enforcement during the holiday season to ensure public safety, following a rise in December DWI deaths to a 15-year high. KY3
- ➤ The Springfield Christmas Parade, themed 'A Trip Down Gingerbread Lane,' attracted approximately 10,000 attendees, featuring floats, marching bands, and performers, highlighting community and seasonal festivity. Springfield Daily Citizen
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three children and a driver from Nixa were seriously injured in a three-car collision on Missouri 14. KY3
- ➤ A 57-year-old man from Willard died in a single-vehicle crash in Springfield, marking the city's 23rd fatal accident this year. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ A house in Springfield was demolished after being completely destroyed by a fire, with investigations on the cause still ongoing. OzarksFirst.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri farmers, particularly in the Ozarks, are facing increased agricultural challenges due to severe to moderate drought conditions, impacting crop and livestock management. KY3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield City Council is set to discuss additional funding for the renovation of the historic City Hall, emphasizing upgrades for accessibility and preservation. 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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