July 22, 2025 Daily Briefing : Remembering Patty Burns

Written on 07/22/2025

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Good Morning! It’s Tuesday, July 22, 2025, and this is your Daily Briefing.
It is the 203 day of the year.

July 22, 2025 Daily Briefing : Remembering Patty Burns

Remembering Patty Burns, A Voice and Heart That Shaped Our Community

Patricia Douglass, known to so many as “Patty Burns,” passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 64. A familiar voice on the airwaves for decades, Patty built her career not only as a trusted radio personality but as someone who poured herself into the community she loved.

Over the years she became a vital part of the fabric of Laclede County. Her work connected her to generations of families through the Laclede County Fair, countless interviews with leaders from the Laclede Literacy Council, the City of Lebanon, the R-3 School District, the Lebanon Area Foundation, Lebanon-REDI, the Lebanon Parks Department, the Chamber of Commerce, and many other organizations. She didn’t just cover events—she championed them, using her platform to spotlight people, programs, and causes that make this community stronger.

Beyond her radio career, Patty was known for stepping up wherever there was a need. From helping nonprofits stay open to organizing efforts that supported first responders and coordinating large-scale recycling drives to protect local land and water, she was relentless in her mission to serve.

Friend and fellow community advocate Melinda Fries reflected on Patty’s impact. “Patty was a force of nature. She would jump in when no one else would. Her humor, her drive, her heart—they were unmatched. She’ll always hold a special place in my heart.”

Patty Burns leaves behind a legacy of service and kindness that will be felt in this community for years to come. Please keep her family in your prayers. Patty, thank you for everything.

Arrangements for Patricia Douglass will be announced by Holman Howe Funeral Home in Lebanon, MO.

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WEATHER

6 am: Partly Cloudy Night, 78 °F

9 am: Mostly Clear Day, 82 °F

12 pm: Mostly Clear Day, 89 °F

3 pm: Partly Cloudy Day, 93 °F

6 pm: Sunny, 93 °F

9 pm: Clear Night, 84 °F

12 am–3 am: Clear Night, 79 °F

3 am–6 am: Clear Night, 75 °F

Sunrise: 6:06 am

Sunset: 8:28 pm

Pollen Count: Tree: None, Grass: High, Ragweed: None

UV Index: 10 at 1 pm

Source: Weather.com, AccuWeather

EVENTS

Total events today through Sunday: 14

July 22 – Tuesday

Bennett Spring State Park
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Lebanon-Laclede County Library – (417) 532-2148

The Naturalist from Bennett Spring State Park will be at the library from 10am-11am for a program that relates to the Summer Reading Program 2025 theme, "Color Our World," and will be held in the library meeting rooms.

Ultimate Route 66 Guide with Scott McCoy
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Lebanon-Laclede County Library – (417) 532-2148

Join us, along with the Lebanon-Laclede County Route 66 Society for the first event in their Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series! Learn about taking the ultimate road trip on the Mother Road as we welcome Scott McCoy.

July 23 – Wednesday

Little Gardeners
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Lebanon-Laclede County Library – (417) 532-2148

Join us for our Little Gardeners program. This program is geared towards kids 3+ and will include messy garden crafts and activities. Registration is not required.

Lebanon Farmers Market
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Downtown Lebanon

July 24 – Thursday

Storytime
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Lebanon-Laclede County Library – (417) 532-2148

In storytime, we sing songs, read several books and do crafts. Snacks will not be provided. This program is geared towards 2–6 year olds. Each week will have a different theme related to the 2025 Summer Reading Program theme, "Color Our World!"

LEGO Club
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Lebanon-Laclede County Library – (417) 532-2148

This event will be held from 2pm-4pm in the Storytime room. The Lego Club will primarily be a self-led program where kids can follow an instruction sheet or build something from their imagination.

July 25 – Friday

Teen Event: Tiny Window Art
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Lebanon-Laclede County Library – (417) 532-2148

Young adults aged 12–18 are invited to join us for a Tiny Window Art event. All materials will be provided. Participants are encouraged to wear clothes they don't mind getting messy! Registration Only!

43rd Annual Gospel Music Spectacular
6:00 PM
Cowan Civic Center

The New Horizons invite you to our 43rd Annual Gospel Spectacular. We are bringing the best of the best in southern gospel music to Lebanon, Missouri. No ticket needed, love offering will be received nightly. Come and enjoy!!

Weekly Races at Lebanon Midway Speedway
8:00 PM

Weekly Racing. The weekly shows will include B Mods, Midwest Mods, Pure Stocks and Super Stocks.

July 26 – Saturday

Lebanon Farmers Market
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Market

43rd Annual Gospel Music Spectacular
6:00 PM
Cowan Civic Center

Airport Movie Night Top Gun: Maverick
6:00 PM
Floyd W. Jones Lebanon Airport – 417-532-7879

Join us for the annual Airport Movie Night at Floyd W. Jones Lebanon Regional Airport! This year’s feature film is Top Gun: Maverick – get ready for a high-speed, high-flying adventure on the big screen!

Boat Town Brewing Presents: Randell Boggs
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Boat Town Brewing – (417) 532-2772

Boat Town Brewing presents Randell Boggs live. Come out for great entertainment, drinks, and pizza!