Springfield, Missouri

The City of Springfield's agreement with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks establishes the endowment, but City Council must decide it.

Public meetings will be held this month, and the program will roll out on March 23.

On February 27, a mural honoring the late artist Robert E. Smith in downtown Springfield was covered first by a layer of gray primer and then black paint.

Two current nonresident members could move to a non-voting role, and council will need to appoint three voting members to the board.

"We educate, empower, and support underserved families through personalized programs and coaching to increase quality of life and build resilient communities," according to Drew Lewis Foundation at the Fairbanks of its mission.

The Springfield Fire Department is asking tenants and property managers to follow some safety advice.

Two clinic directors discuss how increased services and patient access help expand community reach.

The marker tells the story of segregation at the Kentwood Arms Hotel, now Kentwood Hall.

The Broadway Cottage Courtyard will include 14 houses on one acre with shared indoor and outdoor space.

In this segment of the Making a Difference series, we take you to the Drew Lewis Foundation at the Fairbanks where a weekly community dinner fosters a sense of belonging.