Springfield, Missouri

The 77,000-square-foot addition includes new labs and equipment as well as offices.

The celebration marked the start of their year-round effort to highlight community and culture in Springfield.

The bill, introduced by Mayor Jeff Schrag, would have suspended and sent back to the Plans and Policy Committee a recently-passed bill requiring businesses to be caught up on property taxes before receiving an occupational license.

There's now a drop box in the gift shop for cellphones and other smart electronic devices.

Money raised will go toward nonprofits that benefit children and those in poverty.

The awards, by the Springfield Regional Arts Council, will be presented October 11.

Dr. Stephen McIntyre is a history professor at Missouri State University.

The Springfield Public Schools Foundation surprised teachers with their awards Thursday.

The free event, hosted by Burrell Behavioral Health, will be held Saturday, September 6, at 1:30 in downtown Springfield.

The Sept. 12 ceremony celebrates new labs, classrooms and outdoor learning spaces.