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

Permit request prompts members to suggest revisiting the issue.

Adam Wainwright, who holds the rare distinction of winning 200-plus games with a single franchise, released his debut country album last week.

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 …

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.

“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 …