There's a big implosion planned this month, and one lucky raffle winner will be the one to detonate it.
City Utilities is partnering with United Way of the Ozarks to host a special raffle "Blasting for the Better" with the winner detonating the implosion that will take down the James River Power Station stacks Feb. 19.
“This is truly that once in a lifetime opportunity to play a key role in this historic event for Springfield,” said Gary Gibson, City Utilities president and CEO. “The partnership with United Way has the potential to raise money and bring attention to the work they do plus provide this unique opportunity to our entire community.