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In today's newsletter:
- Which powerhouse teams are coming near Republic for the 2027 T of C?
Also on today's calendar: Womentum (Ladies Only) and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Friday: Windy and very warm, with a high of 80 and low of 43 degrees.
- Saturday: Periods of sun; windy, cooler, temps: high: 60, low: 38.
- Sunday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Log-Rog, Hillcrest in 2027 Bass Pro T of C (ozarksfirst.com) — High school basketball fans in Republic will see a powerhouse lineup when the 2027 Bass Pro Shops Tournament of Champions tips off in Springfield in about eight months. Logan-Rogersville and Hillcrest will join Webster Groves and several top out-of-state programs, giving local supporters a chance to watch elite teams without leaving the area.

📸 Around Republic
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Upcoming Events in
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Other local events
Tuesday April 21
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City Council Meeting
Republic, MO Calendar , 4221 S. Wilson's Creek Blvd. , Republic
6:00 pm
Wednesday April 22
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Price Spring Picture Day!
Republic R-iII , 518 N Hampton Ave , Republic
8:30 am
Thursday April 30
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Womentum (Ladies Only)
Spring Creek Estates Wedding & Event Venue , 7368 W Farm Rd 186 , Republic
11:30 am
Friday May 1
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Ashes Remain
The Regency Live , 307 Park Central E , Springfield
8:00 pm
Tuesday May 5
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May 2026 General Membership Luncheon
Spring Creek Estates Wedding & Event Venue , 7368 W Farm Rd 186 , Republic
11:00 am
Friday May 8
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Ladies Night Out at Village Pottery Cafe
Village Pottery Cafe , 127 S Walnut Ave , Republic
5:30 pm
Thursday May 14
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Book Discussion
Republic Branch Library , 921 N Lindsey Ave , Republic
2:00 pm
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🗓 Events Nearby
Friday April 17
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REDCREST 2026
Springfield, MO Calendar , Bass Pro 1 Bass Pro Drive , Springfield
8:00 am
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9th Annual Planet Unity Earth Day Celebration
Springfield, MO Calendar , Unity of Springfield 2214 E Seminole St. , Springfield
6:00 pm
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The Purple Party: 50 Years of Harmony House
Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel , 2546 N Glenstone Ave , Springfield
6:00 pm
Saturday April 18
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Go Girl Run Springfield
Springfield, MO Calendar , Park Central Square & Vicinity 100 Park Central Square , Springfield
8:00 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Someone came and stole my car ramps right on main street across the street from caseys while i was at work today..
used to be u didnt have to worry about this. Now im out my ramps and i have to buy cameras they will probably be back for more stuff. (Nextdoor N Main - Hines)
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Price Cutter posted a job opening for UFCW Meat Manager in Republic. Apply here.
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Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Crew Member in Republic. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Republic here.
🗞 Nearby News
Springfield
- Route 66 Centennial: Road closures announced for Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration in Springfield (ky3.com)
- How Route 66 shaped Springfield's culture and business (sgfcitizen.org)
- Springfield: Art Walks, Unique Dining, Thrilling Adventures (ozarksfirst.com)
Willard
- Neighbors near Willard say large-scale housing development will negatively impact their community (ky3.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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