Which projects should city tax money fund? You could have a say on new advisory board
After voters approved the revamped 3/4-cent sales tax in November, city council established a new citizen group to provide ...
McDaniel Park expected to add new amenity for cyclists, skaters thanks to donations
The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is hosting an open house Thursday to provide additional details about the project ...
Missouri State basketball vs Southern Illinois: Scouting report, prediction for MVC action
Missouri State is still seeking its first Missouri Valley Conference win of the season. Will the Bears finally grab a win on ...
Mike Kehoe sworn in as Missouri governor. Here are his top priorities
Controlling crime, expanding education options and cutting taxes will be the top priorities for Missouri, new Gov. Mike Kehoe ...
How Alliance for Healthcare Education will use virtual reality to help train future nurses
A grant obtained by the CoxHealth Foundation will offer virtual reality technology training for students in the Alliance for ...
Country superstar Tim McGraw will perform at Thunder Ridge during Labor Day weekend
Global country star Tim McGraw is coming to southwest Missouri in August. Tickets go on sale this week for one of the first ...
5 predictions heading into the 2025 Bass Pro Tournament of Champions
Another loaded Bass Pro Tournament of Champions returns to Great Southern Bank Arena this week, and we're anxiously awaiting tip-off.
National Pizza week runs through Jan. 18. Here's where to get deals in Springfield
National Pizza Week runs through Jan. 18. Here are some franchises offering deals and local places where you can grab a slice.
Missouri State set to replace turf at Plaster Stadium. Here's how much it will cost.
New turf is the first item on a long checklist of upgrades needed at the 84-year-old stadium before the Bears join a new league.
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Hillcrest basketball is having its best start in years. Here's why it's here to stay.
If the ball is on the floor, it's a safe bet that Hillcrest will be the first team on the ground, diving after it. Far too many games come down to the 50-50 balls when you get to the Hornets ...
After shortened first week back to school for SPS, what's the outlook for more snow days?
SPS canceled school a total of 10 days. Since then, there have been fewer closures each year, with most happening in January.
Annual report on Missouri teacher workforce shows big challenges, some bright spots
Across Missouri, the average and starting pay for teachers has increased. The number of new hires required last year slowed — ...