In response to Rep. Jamie Gragg, the board states body was following Missouri law after the December resignation of board member Guy Callaway.

New Citizens’ Advisory Board and existing Citizens’ Tax Oversight Committee will monitor use of three-quarter-cent tax proceeds. 

Planned expenditures are roughly unchanged from 2024.

Despite coming off a legislative assembly last year that resulted in a record-low 28 bills passed by Missouri lawmakers, local and state officials feel optimistic heading into the 2025 session that began Jan. 8.

A wave of affordable housing built in the 1990s through the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit are expected to revert to market rate housing in the next few years.

HR advisory firm says employers should proceed with Prop A ruling as is.

On his last work day in the role, Gage reflects on his tenure and calls for "bold" moves to grow the city.

Three-part project would widen roads serving Springfield Underground.

The home of the Springfield Cardinals is recognized by the Sports Field Management Association.

A proclamation issued today by Mayor Ken McClure aims to extend the life of the city’s landfill as increased use cuts 25-50 years off projected life of facility in only six years. 

Collections were $6.14 billion for the first half of fiscal 2025.

The five-county metropolitan statistical area's jobless rate comes in at 2.9% in November, according to BLS.

The Springfield native served on the Missouri Supreme Court, leading it as chief justice 1995-97.

Rep. Jeremy Dean: "Thank you for the trust you’ve placed in me to represent you. I look forward to working with you to create a stronger, more connected community for us all."

They said it. We're reporting it. Fourteen forecasts lead the way into the new year.

Following recent recommendation by P&Z, the proposal is scheduled for council consideration later this month.

Council action in its December meeting prioritizes designs to be used for infill on vacant neighborhood lots. 

Proposition A faces headwinds as the new year begins through a legal challenge from business groups and planned bills in Jefferson City.

Guest columnist Don Davis: "While the economy is poised for moderate growth ... inflationary pressures and interest rates will remain key factors influencing economic growth and market performance."