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Late Thursday, the city of Springfield announced a Monday City Council meeting to consider changes to city charter. City voters would ultimately approve or reject any changes.
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Springfield’s Jefferson Avenue Footbridge closed in March 2016 due to steel corrosion. With a new infusion of Missouri funding, it’s expected to be fully renovated by spring of 2025.
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At the city council meeting on Monday night, Springfield’s police chief presented data showing positive trends with some types of Springfield crime incidents, despite what he characterized as a significant gun violence problem.
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The new Forward SGF comprehensive plan is about creating a community that residents want, city officials say.
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After more than a year of anticipation, Texas-based Buc-ee's announced the opening date for its first location in Missouri.
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In 2010, the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce began participating in a group called the Springfield Good Government Committee, which has its own political action committee for candidate fundraising. Now, the chamber is switching to a new approach.
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In December 2022, neighborhood residents filed a lawsuit to block developers’ plans for commercial buildings at the corner of National Avenue and Sunshine Street.
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Springfield City Council voted to check in on the state of the community’s historic building stock.
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This week, Springfield City Council debated whether to make it easier for neighborhood residents to protest new applications for liquor store licenses.
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Both proposed developments are located on Springfield’s north side.