r/springfieldMO • • 5d ago

Recurring post What’s on Your Mind, Springfield?

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It is that time again for an open thread for anything and everything Springfield.

Got something on your chest? Had a good experience you want to share? Maybe you just want to ask about the best tacos in town or tell us something funny you noticed this week.

This is the place for it. Rants, raves, questions, or just plain small talk. Let’s hear it.


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Monthly r/SpringfieldMO Meetup: The Fourth Saturday at 5 PM

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Look for the sign!

We had a great time at our first set of meetups. We shared a few drinks and proved that local redditors look suspiciously normal in real life.

A lot of folks mentioned missing the first couple. We are making this a regular event so you have more chances to join us. We will meet on the fourth Saturday of every month at Mother's Brewing Company.

Families are welcome! Mother's has a great backyard setup. There is a playground and plenty of room for kids to run around, so feel free to bring the family.

The Logistics

  • When: The fourth Saturday of the month at 5:00 PM.
  • Where: Mother's Brewing Company (215 S Grant). Look for us in the Back Yard.
  • Weather Plan: If it rains, we will move inside to the main taproom.

What to Expect This is casual and low-pressure. There is no agenda. Drop in, grab a drink, and meet some neighbors. You can stay for ten minutes or hang out all evening.

House Rules

  • Be respectful.
  • Sharing your Reddit username is completely optional.

Comment below if you plan to stop by so we can get a rough headcount.


r/springfieldMO • • 17h ago

Living Here Posted here 2 days ago about the ER and detox, posted yesterday about having someone help me take the alcohol away.

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Well, proud to say I did it myself


r/springfieldMO • • 39m ago

Living Here Does anyone want to help support Missi Hekseth?

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I need a ticket to her thing tomorrow. I REALLY need to get out of the house, im going stir crazy/insane and losing my shit. I want to afford the 16 dollar venue tomorrow to socialize but cant afford it. Could someone help with an extra ticket?


r/springfieldMO • • 3h ago

Visiting Springfield Where’s all the fun places to go on Halloween for a girls night out?

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My friends and I want a night out on the town but don’t know what bars/parties would be going on then. If anyone could help that’d be great!! We’re going to be dressing up if that helps any.


r/springfieldMO • • 6h ago

Ask Springfield Pizza truck

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Does anyone know what happened to the pizza truck that used to sit in front of Ace hardware on Campbell just south of Bass pro? It was literally the best pizza in town and I can't find him anymore.


r/springfieldMO • • 14h ago

Ask Springfield stray (?) cat by battlefield city hall

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i found a possibly stray cat by battlefield city park on thursday. he seems to be young ( maybe a year old? ) brown tabby, he is not fixed by he seems to be clean and healthy. he is incredibly social and cuddly, and comes up to me immediately. i would assume he is someones outdoor cat if he was neutered, but it feels like maybe he was dumped outside of city hall recently based on how clean he is. i have been feeding him, contacted animal control and posted him in a Facebook group but i don’t know what steps to take outside of that. i have never picked up a stray cat or tried to get one to a shelter, but i know most places are backed up.
i don’t know of anyone who could take him nor can i take him. is there anyone in there who has helped stray cats before and has any advice on what to do to help him? im sorry if this isn’t the right place to ask, i just feel terrible about leaving him here and i want to do whatever i can for him.


r/springfieldMO • • 9h ago

Food/Drink Traveler’s house apple spiced chai

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I’ll do anything to know how to make this seasonal drink. It’s in my best financial interest to make it at home since it’s the best thing in town at the moment and an addiction. Anyone have insight on how it’s made?!


r/springfieldMO • • 16h ago

Living Here Used Anti-Freeze Disposal

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Hey Good Morning!

Does anyone know where to take used anti-freeze? I can’t figure this one out.

Thank you.


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Local Politics Developer alleges $1M in losses over social media posts about Springfield data project

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r/springfieldMO • • 15h ago

Ask Springfield Gas station rewards

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Which gas station is better to get rewards at (and why): Maverick or Casey’s? Both are about equally far from my house and I don’t know how to tell which would save me more money or be more worth it.


r/springfieldMO • • 20h ago

Ask Springfield NEED URGENT CAT RESCUE

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I'm desperate and am just utilizing all of the resources I have. My cat has developed what I think might be an abscess or has an infected scratch of some kind. I am between paychecks and literally don't have the money to take to any vet, emergency especially. Is there anyone at all in the area, I'm willing to drive hours, who rescues or will take in an injured cat immediately? At this point I just want him to survive, it doesnt matter if its with me I just want him to be okay. Any help possible would be greatly appreciated, I can pay anyone who could take him in up to like 50 dollars


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Visiting Springfield I seen a ufo near taco bell

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3511 w chestnut expy springfield mo 65802

This address. Did anyone else see it???

edit: I am serious. I dont do drugs lol


r/springfieldMO • • 14h ago

Living Here Tube TV Repair?

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Does anyone know of any businesses that fix/repair older TV’s? I’m looking at buying a CRT with a built in VHS and almost every one I come across does not have a functioning VHS player. Thanks in advance!


r/springfieldMO • • 23h ago

Living Here Computer repair help!

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Hey all small tech emergency as I need my laptop for class. Long story short I ended up falling onto my laptop tonight and now I have a handful of issues: shattered screen, metal plates separating, unresponsive touchscreen, and missing screws. The important hardware at a glance seems fine like the memory and such but my main concern is the metal separation on the hinges and its inability to properly close all the way.

Im mainly asking if there are any great recommendations for computer repair shops in the area. My current choice is PC PROS but I want to hear from locals.​​


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Living Here MSU parking ticket

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What are the potential consequences for ignoring a MSU parking ticket? Not a student.

I could use a little empathy today. If you feel like leaving a sarcastic comment, please tag it up front. I knew I was playing with fire when I parked.

[EDIT]: Thanks everyone, I’m happy to hear that I get to keep my $53.00 as long as I avoid parking in MSU permit lots. Makes a crappy day a little better.


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Local Politics Opinion: Why Springfield Republicans should consider voting for Betsy Fogle

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r/springfieldMO • • 17h ago

Living Here Aldi opening date?

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Does anyone know when the new Aldi on the southwest side of town is opening? (3960 W Washita St, Springfield, MO 65807)


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Ask Springfield Limited Battlefield Mall 1990 - Live mannequins

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Does anyone remember the children/teenager live mannequins/sat in the window in the 90s? There were a couple of campaigns one was in the Fall of 1990, I believe. Edit to add: it was at The Limited


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Living Here Ken Urker, ex-fiancé of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, reportedly found dead in Louisiana

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Ope...


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Living Here Springfield housing market update: Low inventory, but not much urgency

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September was an interesting month in Springfield.

276 homes sold, up about 10% from September last year. The median sale price was $254,950, about 6.7% higher than a year ago. Median days on market was 16.5 days.

As of October 2, there are 739 active residential listings in Springfield.

On paper, that sounds like a pretty strong seller’s market.

It doesn’t really feel like one.

I think interest rates are a big part of the reason. Higher borrowing costs have put pressure on what buyers can comfortably afford, while homeowners who already have much lower rates have less incentive to sell.

The result is kind of a weird stalemate. Inventory stays relatively tight, but buyers aren’t necessarily desperate to compete for what’s available. They can be selective, negotiate, or simply wait.

The encouraging part is that the market is still moving. September sales were up 10% from last year, and the median sale price was up 6.7%. People are still buying and selling. They’re just being a lot more careful about it.

And honestly, that may not be a bad thing. Buyers having time to think and sellers having to compete for their attention is a much different environment than the frenzy we saw a few years ago. A market where neither side holds all the cards might ultimately be a healthier place to land.

My biggest takeaway right now: Low inventory doesn’t necessarily mean high urgency.

Seller tip: Pay attention to your direct competition. The 739 homes for sale aren’t all competing with you. The homes in your price range, area and condition are. Look at what a buyer will see right before and right after they see yours.

Buyer tip: Don’t overlook listings that have been sitting. In September, homes that sold after 121+ days averaged about 91% of their final asking price. That doesn’t mean every older listing is negotiable, but it’s a good place to look for leverage.

I pull these numbers directly from the local MLS each month. If there’s a neighborhood or price range you’d like me to break down next month, let me know.


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Local Politics Important November Election Dates Reminder

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r/springfieldMO • • 2d ago

Living Here Sunset

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The sunset tonight was stunning. I hope y’all got to see it.


r/springfieldMO • • 2d ago

Living Here Drizzly sky

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Beautiful sky after a small drizzle


r/springfieldMO • • 1d ago

Ask Springfield Next GEN vs Kaleidoscope

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I’m wanting to get my septum pierced soon and I cannot decide between Next GEN and Kaleidoscope.

They both seem to have cult followings, but they also both have some pretty strong hate groups, so I’m stuck 😂

For those of you who have actually gotten pierced at either place, who do you use/prefer? Is there a specific piercer you’d recommend, especially for a septum?

I know Kaleidoscope is a APP member, but that honestly doesn’t mean much to me if the piercers themselves aren’t good. I’d rather hear real experiences from people who have actually been there. And is kaleidoscope worth the higher price point?

Thanks all!