Initiative aims to better connect people leaving prison with local jobs.

Steve Childers to lead city’s key growth initiatives, including Forward SGF.

Permit request prompts members to suggest revisiting the issue.

A trial on the remaining issues will move forward as scheduled on Jan. 18-19, the judge has ordered.

Data presented to Springfield City Council by Police Chief Paul Williams on Nov. 20 show a diminishing number of crimes against persons in the city. His report covered the first three quarters of the year, a period ending Sept. 30.

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“Ready. Set. Give.” is a seven-part series that helps companies create a culture of giving. “I think a lot of people don’t know where to volunteer or how to get involved,” says Mitch …

Fishing retail shop Modern Outdoor Tackle moved; Healthy Spot LLC opened; and Springfield law firm Strong, Garner & Bauer PC changed names and moved its office.

Some workplaces just create envy.

Police begin enforcement without delay, chief says.

Sewer, landfill and recycling center rates are going up July 1.

A local match of nearly $14 million would complement ARPA funds approved for the $27 million project.

Newsmakers in the areas of banking & finance, education, engineering, law and nonprofit.

“We need to make the city of Springfield easier to work with.” That was the opening salvo in remarks by Don Harkey, owner and CEO of People Centric Consulting Group LLC, at the Feb. 12 meeting of Springfield City Council.

“I think the biggest barrier to solar installation is making sure you’re fully informed on what you’re buying, says Leroy Schaefer with Sunbelt Environmental Services. Leroy says whether it’s …