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Springfield
Monday, December 30th, 2024
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Community Partnership of the Ozarks is conducting its annual Every One Counts campaign to survey and provide aid to the homeless population in the Ozarks, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. KY3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A truck crashed into a Springfield U-Haul location following a pursuit by Greene County deputies, resulting in property damage and the arrest of a female passenger. KY3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Unity of Springfield hosts its annual ceremony, allowing participants to symbolically let go of past grievances by burning notes before the New Year. KY3
- ➤ Paul Kelsey transformed his teenage hobby of restoring antique cars into a museum in the Ozarks, showcasing a collection that includes rare vehicles like the Stutz Bearcat. Springfield News-Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri State University's 2025 enrollment outlook is cautiously optimistic, despite overall challenges in college enrollment, with efforts to boost numbers including campus experience improvements. Springfield News-Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, remembered for his visits to Springfield and advocacy on minimum wage, social security, and Medicare, has passed away at 100. KY3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Evansville defeated Missouri State 57-40 in their first Missouri Valley Conference road game of the season, marking Missouri State's lowest scoring output since December 3, 2022. Springfield Daily Citizen
- ➤ The Missouri State women's basketball team suffered a 69-62 defeat to Illinois-Chicago, marking their fourth consecutive loss at UIC and starting their Missouri Valley Conference play with a setback. Springfield Daily Citizen
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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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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
Celebrate the release of Rebecca Yarros’ third book in The Empyrean Series, Onyx Storm, with proof of purchase required for attendance.
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Suzy Bogguss Live at Southbound Bar & Grill
Enjoy a live performance by renowned singer-songwriter Suzy Bogguss at Southbound Bar & Grill in Springfield.
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Jack Frost 5k Run and 1.5-mile Walk
The Jack Frost event features a competitive 5k run and a 1.5-mile walk with awards for top finishers across various age groups.
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Hockey Smile Concert
Hockey Smile is performing live at Lindberg's Tavern in Springfield.
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