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Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Missouri, a driver's license is required to operate an e-bike in Springfield, not required in Republic or at the state level, urging residents to check local regulations. KY3
- ➤ The Springfield-Greene County WIC clinic is moving from West Grand Street to a more central location on Glenstone Avenue in January 2025 to provide enhanced services. Springfield Daily Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Greene County deputies, with the assistance of a K-9 unit, seized cocaine, meth, pills, and related paraphernalia during a traffic stop. KY3
- ➤ A traffic stop in Springfield, Mo. led to the recovery of a stolen pickup truck and the arrest of one suspect, with police still searching for a second individual. KY3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield tax experts advise taxpayers on identity protection and strategic deductions for 2025, emphasizing vigilance against identity theft and the timing of deductible expenses. KY3
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Visitors to the Springfield Conservation Nature Center have a rare opportunity to see frost flowers, a unique weather phenomenon, if conditions are right. Springfield Daily Citizen
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Humane Society of Southwest Missouri provides guidance on considering pets as gifts during the Christmas season. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Keion Epps, a senior at Central, is excelling in his final year, leading his basketball team with an average of 20.3 points and 7.2 assists per game, after having played a key role in reaching the state semifinals for the first time since 1963. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ Michael Osei-Bonsu's double-double leads Missouri State to a 61-49 victory over Lincoln. KY3
- ➤ Rob Marsh, a former executive at Pyramid Foods, has been appointed as the new head of the financially-strapped Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, aiming to revitalize it with his experience. 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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