Doling Museum Opens for the Season
The Springfield-Greene County Park Board’s Doling Museum is open for the season. Credit: Doling Museum Opens for the Season More...
Crash report card shows fatality crashes up over last year
The City of Springfield Public Works Department has released the November 2012 Crash Report Card revealing crashes that occurred Jan. 1 � Nov. 30, 2012. There were 19 fatality crashes (killing 22 people) through More...
Choose Environmental Excellence Awards Presentation
The 13th Annual Springfield/Greene County Choose Environmental Excellence awards were presented Friday, April 19 at a luncheon at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce as a part of Springfield’s Earth More...
Doling Museum now open for the season
The Springfield-Greene County Park Board�s Doling Museum is open for the season. Continue at source - Doling Museum now open for the season More...
Doling Museum Opens for Season Sunday
The Park Board’s Doling Museum opens for the season Sunday, April 21, in Doling Park, 310 E. Talmage, Springfield. Continue reading: Doling Museum Opens for Season Sunday More...
WalkSpringfield Offers �Smart� Walking Paths
Thirty newly designated walking paths with tools to help the public identify details of each path using smartphones are now available in Springfield. Original source: WalkSpringfield Offers �Smart� Walking More...
Police Investigate Stabbing at 603 S. New
Police are investigating a fatal stabbing at 603 S. New Avenue as a homicide. The deceased male has been identified as 29-year-old Curtis Storey of Springfield. Read more: Police Investigate Stabbing at 603 More...
Three local basketball coaches to be inducted into MBCA Hall of Fame
Three local coaching dignitaries will be enshrined into the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame later this month. Evangel University men’s basketball coach Steve Jenkins, Rogersville High More...
Choose Environmental Excellence Awards Friday
The Springfield-Greene County Choose Environmental Excellence awards will be presented Friday, April 19, at a luncheon at the Chamber of Commerce as a part of Earth Day festivities. Continue at source: Choose More...
Long, Hartzer raise more than 100K each in 1st quarter
Rep. Billy Long, R-Springfield, raised $150,000 in the first three months of 2013 and ended the quarter with nearly $400,000 in the bank, according to his latest campaign finance report. Most of Long’s More...
Missouri High School Baseball Coaches Association rankings
Missouri High School Baseball Coaches Association rankings: Class 1 1. Santa Fe 2. Oran 3. Sturgeon 4. Cairo 5. Leopold 6. Pilot Grove 7. New Franklin 8. Weaubleau 9. Macks Creek 10. Cooter Others receiving votes: More...
Burlison to take out exemption for first responders in union legislation
JEFFERSON CITY Springfield Rep. Eric Burlison no longer wants to exempt teachers and first responders from his so-called paycheck protection bill. In a news release sent out early Monday afternoon, Burlison’s More...
In a switch, McCaskill endorses gay marriage
In a surprise turnabout, Sen. Claire McCaskill endorsed gay marriage on Sunday—following in the footsteps of other prominent politicians who have recently switched their views on this hot-button social issue. “I More...
Kickapoo to hire Catholic’s Marci Johnson as volleyball coach
Kickapoo High School will hire Marci Johnson away from Catholic to be its volleyball coach, Springfield’s school district announced today. Johnson, a former player at Missouri Southern, was Catholic’s volleyball More...
Weekly Calendar, Council Lunch Agenda and Special Meeting
The City of Springfield’s weekly calendar for Mar. 18-22, 2013 is now available online at: www.springfieldmo.gov/calendar . View original post here - Weekly Calendar, Council Lunch Agenda and Special Meeting More...
Registration Open for Bee Payne-Stewart Strut AND 5K
Registration is now open for the 7th annual Bee Payne-Stewart Strut AND 5K, to be held Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. in downtown Springfield, starting at Mediacom Ice Park. View article: Registration Open for Bee More...
Bork to Join Springfield-Branson National Airport
City of Springfield internal auditor Kristy Bork will become the assistant director of aviation – finance and administration for Springfield-Branson National Airport, effective April 8. Link to original: Bork More...
Health Policy Experts Help Decipher Health Care Reform
A previously postponed presentation about the federal Affordable Care Act has been rescheduled for 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 26 at the Springfield Art Museum. Credit - Health Policy Experts Help Decipher Health More...
Sign Up Now for Fall Tour of Isesaki, Japan
The Springfield Sister Cities Association invites residents to join a 16-person delegation visiting Springfield’s Sister City, Isesaki, Japan, Oct. 29 – Nov. 7, 2013. Source article - Sign Up Now More...
Fire Department Warns of Cooking Dangers
A fire this week on North Delaware is a good reminder for all Springfield residents to be cautious when cooking. More: Fire Department Warns of Cooking Dangers More...
City Council to Meet with Branson Board of Aldermen
The Branson Board of Aldermen and the Springfield City Council will hold a combined meeting in Branson, Thursday, March 28, to discuss issues common to both communities. Original post: City Council to Meet with More...
ArtsFiesta! Moves to Park Central Square, Sheds Admission
The Springfield Sister Cities Association is pleased to announce ArtsFiesta! is moving to Park Central Square this year, and admission will be FREE. Originally from: ArtsFiesta! Moves to Park Central Square, More...
Experts Help Decipher Health Care Reform
Experts from the Missouri Foundation for Health will give a presentation about the federal Affordable Care Act at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 26 at the Springfield Art Museum. See more here - Experts Help Decipher More...
Police in Emergency Status for Accident Response
Due to winter road conditions and available resources, the Springfield Police Department has placed accident response in “Emergency Status.” This article is from: Police in Emergency Status for Accident More...
Accident Response Normal Once Again
The Springfield Police Department is no longer in Emergency Status for Accident Response. Originally posted here: Accident Response Normal Once Again More...
Police Looking for White 2012 Ford F250 Supercab
Law enforcement agencies around Missouri are looking for murder suspect Thomas O’Dell from Illinois, believed to have stolen a vehicle last night in Springfield. Source article: Police Looking for White More...
Health Department Audit Issued to City Council
Internal Auditor Kristy Bork’s audit report covering operations of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department was accepted by City Council’s Finance and Administration Committee. See more here - Health More...
Weekly Calendar: Council Lunch Cancelled
The City of Springfield’s weekly calendar April 1-5 is now available online at www.springfieldmo.gov/calendar . Source: Weekly Calendar: Council Lunch Cancelled More...
Help Plant Trees at Wilson’s Creek
Volunteers will plant trees April 5-6 in a section of Wilson’s Creek, just north of the Springfield Southwest Wastewater Treatment Plant. Visit site: Help Plant Trees at Wilson’s Creek More...
"Walk Springfield" Partners Highlight Easily-Accessible Walking Paths
Springfield community partners will gather for a walk and an important announcement on National Walking Day – Wednesday, April 3. More here - "Walk Springfield" Partners Highlight Easily-Accessible More...
Three Parks to be Impacted by Urban-Warrior Challenge
Three Center City parks will be impacted this weekend as Springfield hosts the Springfield Urban-Warrior Challenge Sunday, April 7, beginning at 7 a.m. See original article here: Three Parks to be Impacted More...
Citizens Renew 1/4 cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax
Springfield voters renewed the City’s 1/4 cent capital improvements sales tax for the eighth time since it was first implemented in 1989. Visit link: Citizens Renew 1/4 cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax More...
Art Museum Selects Steve Hilton for Lobby Project
Steve Hilton of Wichita Falls, Texas, has been selected to install a large-scale sculptural work in the Springfield Art Museum’s lobby entrance as part of the inaugural “Lobby Project.” Source - Art More...
Springfield a Leader in Child Abuse Prevention
Springfield is one of 28 communities in the state to be recognized for exemplary leadership in accepting the responsibility of child abuse and prevention. Source article: Springfield a Leader in Child Abuse Prevention More...
City to Participate in Art Walk at ideaXfactory and Creative Foundry
The City of Springfield will be involved in First Friday Art Walk in a couple of interesting ways tonight, April 5. Link: City to Participate in Art Walk at ideaXfactory and Creative Foundry More...
Urban Warrior Challenge Affects Downtown Parking
A few areas downtown will be affected as Springfield hosts the Springfield Urban Warrior Challenge Sunday, April 7, beginning at 7 a.m. at Missouri State University’s Plaster Field. Read this article: Urban More...
City Congratulates Drury Panthers National Title
The City of Springfield congratulates the Drury Panthers on their exciting win in the NCAA Division II championship game. More: City Congratulates Drury Panthers National Title More...
Free Workshops Teach Mexican Dance and Music
Several cultural exchange opportunities with artists from Tlaquepaque, Mexico, celebrate 10 years of the Sister City relationship between Springfield and Tlaquepaque. More here: Free Workshops Teach Mexican Dance More...
"Coffee With the Chief" April 11
Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams will be hosting “Coffee with the Chief” at 7 a.m., Thursday, April 11 at Starbucks, 631 S. Glenstone. Visit site - "Coffee With the Chief" April 11 More...
City Celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunications Week
Recognizing the outstanding service of Springfield and Greene County AND rsquo;s 911 Telecommunicators is the purpose of AND ldquo;National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, AND rdquo; April 14-20. Link: City More...
Insider Tips and Training for Writing Missouri Arts Council Grants
Springfield, MO, November 9, 2012 – The Springfield Regional Arts Council (SRAC) presents “Grant Writing for Missouri Arts Council” with Leslie Forrester and Jill Williams on Wednesday, November 14 from 5pm More...
Feedback Sought on James River and Campbell Corridor
Springfield residents, businesses, commuters and stakeholders will get a chance to comment and ask questions about the planning for improvements to the James River Freeway and Campbell Avenue corridor from 5 to More...
Obama on the road: a study in self-assurance
JIM KUHNHENN,Associated Press JULIE PACE,Associated Press MILWAUKEE (AP) — In his days in the state Senate in Springfield, Ill., Barack Obama was known as a pretty good poker player. While he might have known More...
Health Department Expands STD Clinic Hours
The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is expanding STD clinic hours beginning today. Clinic services are now offered throughout the lunch hour each weekday, rather than closing for lunch. Additionally, More...
Caution Urged During Halloween Celebrations
City of Springfield public safety departments encourage people to pay special attention to pedestrian safety this season, especially on Halloween when small children may be crossing city streets while trick-or-treating. Traffic-related More...
Lane Closures for Street Surfacing Work
The following streets will have temporary lane closures for milling and paving of street surfaces beginning at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, thru 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, or until work is completed: Camino More...
Stormwater Task Force to Host First Meeting Oct. 25
Springfield and Greene County officials are hoping a newly-created Stormwater Task Force will help shape the work of both governing bodies to address stormwater water quality and quantity issues. In the past, problems More...
Fans stand and cheer for author J.K. Rowling
HILLEL ITALIE,AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Just the mention of her name, J.K. Rowling, had the audience screaming and on its feet. The “Harry Potter” author spoke for just over an hour before More...
Syrians say barrels of TNT are big new problem
PARIS (AP) — France’s foreign minister says Syria’s air force is using so-called barrel bombs — makeshift weapons consisting of containers stuffed with TNT — to heavily damage neighborhoods. Laurent More...
Uruguay Senate engages in final abortion debate
MICHAEL WARREN,Associated Press MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Senators in Uruguay were debating Wednesday whether to legalize abortion, a groundbreaking step in Latin America, by accepting a compromise More...
9/11 ‘mastermind’ in camouflage for Gitmo court
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) — With a judge’s permission, the self-styled mastermind of the Sept. 11 attacks is wearing camouflage at his Guantanamo military tribunal. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed sported More...
Dickerson Park Zoo Spooktacular 2012!
An eerie alien crash landing, a vintage carnival and the prehistoric forest are only a few of the sights planned for guests to the 29th annual Halloween SPOOKTACULAR, presented by Simmons First National Bank at More...
Two Animal Population Milestones Reached This Month
A pair of milestones will be celebrated this month by two agencies that have been longtime partners on animal issues in Springfield. Earlier this month, SAAFhouse completed its 10,000th spay/neuter surgery since More...
Team Obama hopes veep debate halts GOP momentum
NANCY BENAC,Associated Press PHILIP ELLIOTT,Associated Press DANVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Democrat Joe Biden and Republican Paul Ryan pull up a couple of chairs for a vice presidential debate that has mushroomed in importance More...
Springfield Art Museum Hosts “Trick-Art-Treat” for Halloween
The Springfield Art Museum will host “Trick-Art-Treat” a Halloween family event on Wednesday, October 31 from 3 PM until 5 PM. The event will include fun arts and crafts activities for children and pumpkin More...
Giraffe Calf Born September 18, 2012 At Dickerson Park Zoo
A giraffe was born this afternoon shortly after 2 p.m., at Dickerson Park Zoo. The mother, Cheka, is 19 years old; this is her ninth calf. Cheka gave birth in the zoo’s exhibit yard while curious zoo guests and More...
Pickleball Now Available Every Wednesday
The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is now offering open play Pickleball every Wednesday, 9-11 a.m., at Doling Family Center, 301 E. Talmage St., Springfield. Pickleball is a singles or doubles racquet sport More...
Springfield’s Art Exhibit Pure Enjoyment September 12, 2012
Springfield, MO, September 12, 2012 – Brewer Science, Inc., of Rolla, MO, together with the Springfield Regional Arts Council and Arts Rolla, will host an eclectic exhibit, Pure Enjoyment, featuring original More...
DUI checkpoints scheduled for Labor Day weekend
The Springfield Police Department is planning to conduct a DUI checkpoint this weekend. The operation will consist of approximately 20 – 25 police officers whose primary objective is to catch drunk drivers before More...
Attention swimmers! Springfield public pools are closing soon
Springfield public pools are coming to a close for the Labor day weekend. Fassnight Pool will be open Friday, Aug. 31, 4-10 p.m. Fassnight Pool and Grant Beach Pool in Springfield Missouri will be open Saturday, More...
Springfield Missouri City Council Meeting update 8/27/2012
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Gender Identity Undecided at City Council Meeting
Tonight’s Springfield’s City Council meeting ended with a whimper before the meeting could even get started. Councilmen Thomas Bieker filed a motion to table the discussion. Bieker, who came under media More...
Springfield Missouri City Council Study Session Summary
City Council hosted its weekly study session at noon, Aug. 21. It was a public meeting, but not a public hearing and mainly addressed questions posed at Council’s Aug. 13 meeting about a bill More...
The Downtown Springfield Association Enjoys a Fruitful Summer
Park Central Square during the May 2012 First Friday Art Walk (Jessica West, Local Ozarks News) The Downtown Springfield Association (DSA) is a non-profit organization based in Springfield, Missouri that has seen More...
Not too late to attend SATO 48 Film Challenge! Sunday, April 22
SATO 48 (Springfield and the Ozarks) is an annual contest in Springfield challenging local filmmakers to create a 5 minute short film over 48 hours. The event kicked off on Friday, April 20th, and concludes today, More...
Springfield Sidewalks beginning to bear new colors, Local Art
"Our Hands," painted by local artists Jessica West and Josh O'byrne in front of the Greene County Justice Center Springfield city sidewalks bear a new splash of color as the 2012 James River More...
Space shuttle Discovery takes its last breath of fresh air
At day break today, the oldest of NASA’s shuttle fleet will make its last voyage. Between 10am and 11am EDT, space shuttle Discovery mounted on the Shuttle Carrier Aircraft. Ad will fly through the More...
The Skinny Improv Comedy Theatre announces new Thursday night shows
The Skinny Improv is proud to announce three new long form improv shows that will be performing on the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 pm. The price is pay what you will and will feature drink and concession More...
Joe Bonamassa rocks Juanita K. Hammons Hall 5-1-2012
JOE BONAMASSA May 1, 2012, Tuesday, 8:00 p.m. Buy Tickets Pit – $79 Orch / Mezz A-F / Loge & Mezz boxes – $69 Mezz G-Q – $59 Petite & Petite boxes – $49 (additional fees may apply) “They’re More...
Long Range Radar
National Weather Service Enhanced Radar Image Loop Listen to live weather radio Get a better browser! Have a weather Radio click here The latest in radar technology with all the advanced tools necessary to More...
