Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A former and current official of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board discuss the importance and challenges of maintaining and expanding park spaces, highlighting the role of the Community Focus Report in strategic planning. KSMU
- ➤ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints unveils the design of the Springfield, Missouri temple, a 29,000 square foot building with a spire, located near Highway 65. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ A family was reunited with their missing dog after three months thanks to a microchip. KY3
CRIME NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Springfield City Council postponed a vote on a resolution to allow earlier resubmission of a rezoning request for University Heights after Councilmember Brandon Jenson withdrew his sponsorship. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Missouri's hemp industry faces internal divisions over proposed legislation to regulate hemp products, with multiple bills suggesting varied regulations and the state considering enforcement strategies. Springfield News-Leader
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Springfield-area cottage bakers offer a variety of dietary restriction-friendly baked goods, catering to needs such as gluten-free, dairy-free, and keto, highlighting the growing accessibility and demand for specialized diets. Springfield Daily Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sarah Linthacum, a former Mizzou forward, revitalized her basketball career and passion after transferring to Missouri State, significantly improving her performance. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Springfield City Council approves a cost-share agreement for a feasibility study of a new soccer stadium, aiming to establish professional soccer teams in the city. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Them Dirty Roses Live at Southbound Bar & Grill
Them Dirty Roses will perform live at Southbound Bar & Grill in Springfield, showcasing their music to local fans.
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