What’s Happening
Catching A Break On Baseball Game Parking!
Great news if you will be heading to Hammons Field to watch a Springfield Cardinal game! Parking costs have been drastically reduced! The city of Springfield has joined with the Springfield Cardinals to reduce parking fees at the parking lot on Trafficway. The parking lot directly south and across from the stadium, will be $10 dollars per vehicle for games this season. The money raised at that…
Changes Coming To Lake Springfield!
Big things are coming to Lake Springfield! A project to revitalize the lake was approved by the Springfield City Council last night and will be moving forward. Lake Springfield's current plan will include…
Don't Trash Those Eclipse Glasses, Donate Them!
Did you know that another eclipse will be this year? Not in North America, but in South America! School kids in Latin America could really benefit from your eclipse glasses. Instead of trashing them donate them to: Eclipse Glasses USA, LLC PO Box 50571 Provo, UT 84605 Just pop your eclipse glasses in the mail, and they will be sent to kids in South America so they can enjoy the eclipse on…
Home Opener Today For The Springfield Cardinals!
Baseball is back! The first home game of the season for the Springfield Cardinals is tonight, as they battle the Wichita Wind Surge. Game time this evening is at 6:35 and tickets are still available. Changes have been made to Hammons Field. The renovations began in compliance with Major League Baseball. New LED lights have been installed for better visibility and cost saving measures for night…
Sac River White Bass
There's something special about those early season river fishing trips. For me, it's a confirmation that indeed winter is over. That doesn't mean we won't get another cold snap in the next few weeks, that seems to happen more often these days than it did years ago, but once I'm on the river chasing white bass, things are only going to get better from here. This year's lower lake levels and dryer…
Looking For A Job? Try Boys & Girls Club!
This Friday is a "Summer Hiring Fair" at the Girls and Boys Club of Springfield 1410 N. Fremont Ave. The club is looking for talented, flexible and engaging individuals who are passionate about our area youth. Friday, April 12, from 9 am-4 pm, you can have an open interview for full and part-time positions with great benefits. Meet new friends! Don't forget your resume!
Eclipse Deals Today!
Check out these special "Solar Eclipse" food deals! Burger King- BOGO Whopper Offer. For Royal Perks members Chili's Use code APPCLIPSE for a free appetizer with adult entrée purchased on April 8 (valid with app or in-restaurant orders). Cracker Barrel Dine in on April 8, and you'll get a free side of Eclipse Pancakes with any entrée. The Cracker Barrel Old Country Store will also…
Bring Your Old Car Seats To Target!
If you have little's that require car seats, check this out! Target will be accepting your old, grown out of, expired or damaged car seats for discounts on other baby items. What you will need to do is, bring in your old, expired or damaged car seat to Target from April 14-27. You will receive a 20% off coupon for a new car seat or other baby gear. The coupon is only valid through May 11. The old…
Weekend Activities For Family Fun!
Weekend Update for April 5-7 FRIDAY Jurassic Quest at the Springfield Expo Center... See the Dino’s through Sunday First Friday Artwalk- self-guided tour begins at 6 pm FREE family friendly Gillioz Jazz Festival Friday, Saturday and Sunday! The Man Show Expo at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds – admission prices vary It’s everything Man.... Fiddler on the Roof at the Barnett Theater at Evangel…
Republic's Getting A New Roundabout!
Starting in 2025, MoDot crews will adding a roundabout at a very busy intersection in Republic. MoDot crews will widen Highway MM from Highway 60 to Haile Street and close off several BNSF railroad crossings. The project will help motorists stay safe in that area. Many crashes have occured at the railroad crossing which is north of Kum and Go at Farm road 168. MoDot welcomes your feedback-…