SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Thousands in cities across the Ozarks, as well as millions nationwide, turned out for ‘No Kings’ protests Saturday.

It’s the second time Indivisible and other groups have organized a ‘No Kings’ protest day; the first time was on June 14 .

This comes as the government shutdown drags on its 18th day.

Despite the rain in the forecast, thousands turned out to the rally in Springfield, filling sidewalks along National Avenue.

Demonstrators emphasized the need for peaceful protests.

“Rain, sleet, or snow, there’s nowhere that we won’t go,” said Scott Gay, a Springfield rally attendee. “It’s good to be on what I consider to be the right side of history, to be heard. A lot of good response from people, and just trying to show people that we are not threatening, tha

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