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2026 Cider Day turnout boosted by MSU Family Weekend
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The 2026 Cider Days saw a major turnout this year as it kicked off the fall season. The festival, held on Historic Walnut Street in downtown Springfield, gives attendees a chance to browse over 100 artists, vendors and food options. “Everyone’s out here,” said Dayton Williams, who is attending for the first […]
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“Arthur” creator to receive pristigious award
There’s been a buzz in the Mansfield community as several famous people are on tap to make an appearance in town for events. In a little more than two weeks, actor Richard Thomas, best known for his role as John-Boy on “The Waltons,“ and “The Voice” finalists Dek of Hearts, will be appearing at the annual Wilder Days slated for Sep. 25-26. One more famous person was recently scheduled to make an appearance in Mansfield in November. Acclaimed American author and illustrator, Marc Brown, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Laura Ingalls Wilder Children’s Literature Award. Brown is known for being the creator of the “Arthur” book series. He will receive the award at a special event held during the Laura Ingalls Wilder Children’s Literature Festival Nov. 5-6.
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Nationally Renowned Comedian Aries Spears Appearing At Springfield Comedy Club For Rare 4 Evenings
A truly rare four evenings of superior stand-up headlines in Springfield, MO, Thursday, Sept 17th– Sunday, Sept 20th when Aries Apears appears for an exclusive engagement at the Springfield Comedy Club. An A+ comedian who always delivers, selling out dates in every city in which he appears, multi-talented spears rose to fame on the hit show MAD TV, followed it with multiple, critically praised showtime specials, guests on the biggest podcasts & TV shows across the country and has developed a huge following with his distinctive comedy.
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Branson Christmas Show Calendar 2026: 57 Shows, and 11 Perform on Christmas Day
Matthew Boyce's Retro Christmas at The Showroom at Branson Meadows, one of 57 Branson shows playing this holiday season. Get Branson Tickets' 2026 calendar lists 20 shows on Thanksgiving Day, 11 on Christmas Day and 17 on New Year's Eve. Get Branson Tickets lists opening dates for every Branson Christmas...
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This Little-Known Classic Car Museum In Missouri Belongs On Every Bucket List
You know that feeling when you discover something so good that you’re slightly annoyed it took you this long to find it?. That’s the Route 66 Car Museum in Springfield, Missouri, and it belongs on your bucket list starting right now. Springfield is the kind of city that...
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It's time for Cider Days in Springfield despite temperatures in the upper 90s
Cider Days is this weekend. The annual event is held on historic Walnut Street between John Q. Hammons Parkway and National Avenue. It will include a wide variety of food and arts vendors as well as live performances. Crystal Quade, executive director of the Downtown Springfield Association, which hosts the...
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Springfield pumpkin carver Mike Brown returns to Food Network’s ‘Halloween Wars’
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Springfield artist known for his elaborate pumpkin sculptures is returning to national television this fall. Master carver Mike Brown will compete in the newest season of Food Network’s culinary competition series, “Halloween Wars.”. The program brings together teams of pumpkin carvers, cake decorators,...
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Branson Golf celebrates Pointe Royale’s 40th anniversary
BRANSON, Missouri – Back when Pointe Royale Golf Village opened in 1986, superstar performers such as Andy Williams and Mickey Gilley called the community home and the golf club their own. Now, the gated, resort destination and semi-private venue welcomes owners and nightly-rental guests; to enjoy the club’s many...
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Heart of the Beast, starring Brad Pitt, exclusive film premiere at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena
RIDGEDALE, Mo. (KOAM/KJFX) – Thunder Ridge Nature Arena announce they will host an exclusive premiere of Heart of the Beast , an adventure thriller starring Springfield, Mo. native Brad Pitt, this coming Friday, Sept. 18.
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Guns N’ Roses Leads a Lean but Loud Week Around Springfield
Guns N’ Roses Leads a Lean but Loud Week Around Springfield — From a stadium-scale Saturday in Ridgedale to club and theater dates in Springfield, the next seven days bring a short, verified run of rock-leaning shows worth having on your radar. For the next seven days around...
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Performance of the Week – Jenna Smith
Jenna Smith shot the best round of her career twice in eight days to start the 2026 season. The second time earned her a medal. Smith shot an 80 at the Marshfield Invitational on Thursday to finish fifth, earning the first medal of her season. It was a personal best by three strokes, and it came a week after the 83 she shot at the MSU Relays — which had been a personal best by six strokes.
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Seymour holds 54th Apple Festival as longtime attendees pass down its legacy
SEYMOUR, Mo. — Seymour resident Eugene Embrey remembers the first Seymour Apple Festival — and a big reason is because his parents were a few of the people who started it back in 1973. “My parents ran the orchard for 52 years until they retired,” Embrey said. “There were always apples here. Now, the orchards […]
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Art returns to the Springfield-Branson National Airport after a year of flooring renovations
Art is returning to the Springfield-Branson National Airport now that flooring renovations are nearly complete. Randy Bacon's "The Life I Choose," produced in partnership with Abilities First, will be the first installation in the airport's Sky Gallery since the carpet was replaced with terrazzo, according to SGF. It features portraits and first-person stories from people of all abilities in southwest Missouri.
Springfield News-Leader
Springfield designer Mike Brown to compete on Food Network show
Springfield designer, builder and professional pumpkin sculptor Mike Brown is returning to Food Network competition television as a contestant on the new season of "Halloween Wars." The series premieres Sept. 13, according to a community announcement. Brown, who is based in Springfield, Missouri, previously won Season 7 of the show alongside teammates Liz Marek and Christophe Rull. The "Back from the Dead" season opens with a two-hour episode featuring returning pumpkin carvers, cake artists and sugar masters competing for a $30,000 grand prize. Host Jonathan Bennett is joined by judges Shinmin Li and Andrew Fuller, who will evaluate teams throughout the season. Brown built a career in design and construction after graduating from architecture school in 2010. His professional background includes residential and commercial design work, with an emphasis on both planning and hands-on construction. He began carving pumpkins as a hobby in 2012 before expanding the pursuit into competition appearances and live demonstrations at festivals and events across the Midwest. Television appearances and business pursuits Since his championship season, Brown has appeared on television and digital platforms including Food Network, Disney and Dude Perfect. His accomplishments also include earning a Guinness World Records title. Outside of television competition, Brown
Springfield News-Leader
Thunder Ridge screening Brad Pitt movie ahead of nationwide premiere
Thunder Ridge Nature Arena will screen an adventure thriller movie starring Springfield native Brad Pitt ahead of its nationwide release. The public is invited to view "Heart of the Beast" at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at the arena. The movie, which stars Pitt as a Special Forces officer stranded in the Alaskan wilderness with his combat dog, will open in theaters starting Sept. 25. It is rated PG-13. “We’re proud to host this special event and share this movie with families across the Ozarks and beyond,” Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris said in a news release. “So many people remember Brad’s role in 'A River Runs Through It,' a film that helped inspire a deeper appreciation for fly-fishing and the importance of conserving the rivers and wild places that make those experiences possible. We’re especially grateful to share this premiere with military members while helping support the conservation mission that is at the heart of Thunder Ridge.” More: Here are 22 Ozarks events to fill your calendar this September Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis online at ThunderRidgeNatureArena.com for $10 per person. Service members and families, along with Bass Pro Shops Outfitters, Veteran Outfitters, Bass Pro Shops
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Concert series kicks off at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield
REPUBLIC, Mo. (KY3) -Arts in the Park kicked off at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield with live brass music on Saturday. The performance marks the Northwest Arkansas Heritage Brass Ensemble’s first time back at the battlefield since 2023. Known for bringing historic brass band music to life, the group...