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Happy weekend, Springfield! In today’s edition: Silver Dollar City’s 66th season prep, a Latter-day Saints temple under construction, a sourdough scones workshop, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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🏆 Most popular this week
Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.
Countdown to Ozarks excitement: Silver Dollar City is gearing up for its 66th season, with fresh touches, behind-the-scenes prep, and hints of new fun this spring at the Branson theme park locals love — read the full story.
Second Ozarks temple advances: Construction is underway at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ new Springfield temple on a 38-acre site, with building permits pending and no timeline announced for opening — read the full story.
Level up your kitchen: Spatulas gone limp? Restaurant Marketplace stocks commercial-grade basics that make weeknights easier: sturdy cookware, smart prep tools, reliable food storage, and durable serveware. It’s the practical local go-to for gear that holds up to real-life chaos, not just recipe dreams.
Fresh insights into city heritage: Only in Springfield temporary exhibition is open at History Museum on the Square, showcasing hometown moments, people, and inventions as part of America’s 250th and Route 66’s centennial celebrations — read the full story.
Closet refresh, done right: Next to New has been Springfield’s low-key, non-profit consignment staple for 60+ years, with fresh finds landing daily. Expect quality without sticker shock, and the extra glow of knowing each haul helps fund local community work. Quiet treasure hunts, honest prices, lasting impact.
Enhanced service for food manufacturers: Springfield-based Nothum Food Processing Systems has expanded its headquarters, bringing all US operations under one roof to boost capacity in a 92,000 square foot facility housing around 100 employees — see how the move streamlines service.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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💉 Blood Drive @ Alps Pharmacy | Tuesday (3/3) at 10:00 AM – Turn your errand into a good deed at Alps Pharmacy in Nixa, the blood drive is in the lab breakroom, just follow signs. Save a life, get a $15 Amazon gift card, and a free A1C check, then schedule at RedCrossBlood.org with sponsor code ALPSNIXA.
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Wreath @ Nixa community branch – 208 N. McCroskey St., Nixa, MO 65714 | Wednesday (3/4) at 10:00 AM – Whether your crew is Pre-K through grade 6, or navigating long division, this drop-in craft lets them make a St. Patrick’s Day wreath and sprinkle some green on your place. No registration, no pressure, just glue sticks, proud smiles, and a break for you.
🎩 Tool Belts & Bow Ties Gala @ Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center, Ascend Hotel Collection (2546 North Glenstone, Springfield, MO) | Thursday (3/5) at 6:30 PM – Springfield’s Habitat gala swaps formal fuss for Dockside Dreams at the Oasis, so think boat shoes, breezy florals, and relaxed charm. VIP happy hour, silent auction, wine pull, dinner, and hands-on build moments. Real talk, we’re funding a whole home for a local family.
🍞 Sourdough Scones Workshop @ Lightbox Collective LLC | Thursday (3/5) at 6:30 PM – Consider this your permission slip to play with your food. Learn the bakery’s secrets to easy, fluffy sourdough scones, prep two take-home flavors, get a quick starter demo, and snag a starter if you want. Beginner or seasoned baker, you’ll leave smug, $85 well spent.
🍷 Sip & Shop @ SoL Farms | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – Swap your usual happy hour for plant-medicine sips at SoL Farms, then linger in the cozy community room and actually talk to people. It’s three bucks to get in, cheaper than parking, and the vibe is slow, friendly, and real. Fridays, come connect.
🎨 Formed Frist Friday @ Formed: An Artist Collective | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Craving a coastal breeze without leaving the Ozarks? First Friday at Formed features Rick Atwell’s watercolors, inspired by sailing the New England coast, and a nod to our backyard, no boat shoes required. Expect music, refreshments, meet-the-artists, then wander to tour Forming Art Studios.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Springfield report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 76°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain showers between 3pm and 5pm. Partly sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. South wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 41. Wind chill values as low as 36. North wind 6 to 9 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 61%
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. East wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers. Cloudy, with a low around 38. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
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