Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Springfield Mayor Ken McClure, on behalf of the City of Springfield, would like to congratulate Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium for being named best aquarium in the United States for the fifth...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: March 12, 2023
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Mayor Ken McClure and the City of Springfield mourn the loss of John D. Bentley, M.D., a physician, humanitarian and friend. “Dr. Bentley offered a lifetime of service to others and changed the Springfield community for the ...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: March 2, 2023
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Cora Scott, director of Public Information & Civic Engagement for the City of Springfield, has been named one of 10 recipients of the second annual Lieutenant Governor’s Women of Achievement Award. The award was established in 202...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: March 2, 2023
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Springfield Mayor Ken McClure is thrilled that Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Aquarium and Museum is again in the running to be considered America’s Best Aquarium.
A USA TODAY reader...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: March 1, 2023
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About 100 residents had their first opportunity Feb. 23 to give their input on a city-wide housing study that could shape the future of how people live in Springfield.
The study will culminate with a written report in October this year...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: February 27, 2023
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The City of Springfield is reminding residents and property owners of guidelines in Springfield City Code outlining the placement of signage on public and private property. While placing advertising in the right-of-way of any public t...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: February 23, 2023
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Those interested in learning about a career in emergency communications are encouraged to attend Springfield-Greene County 911 Emergency Communications’ Employment Open House Friday.
The open house will take place 11 a.m.- 1 ...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: February 22, 2023
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On Thursday evening, Springfield residents will get the chance to share about the neighborhoods and housing they have experienced here to help inform the ongoing city-wide study of housing. The meeting will take place 6-8 p.m. at the ...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: February 16, 2023
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The City’s Environmental Services department has named Brandon Freeman as Superintendent of Clean Water Services, the City’s sanitary sewer management division, effective Jan. 29. Freeman replaces Mike Delong who retired in December.
F...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: February 14, 2023
Deal includes an agreement to keep SGF Cardinals for 15 years
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The City of Springfield is the new owner of Hammons Field. City Council voted to approve a combination $12 million purchase agreement that includes the stadium and parking l...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: February 14, 2023
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The Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Community Development (CACCD) will hold a public hearing to solicit input on the City of Springfield’s proposed use of U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) funds for fiscal year...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: January 11, 2023
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Restore SGF, a nonprofit community initiative to improve housing conditions and raise residential property values in Springfield’s historic neighborhoods, has named 11 community members to form a board of directors. ...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)
Posted on: January 5, 2023
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Nearly 20 faith groups will come together for the first annual Ozarks Festival of Faiths from 6:30 to 9 p.m. January 28, at the Springfield Art Museum, 1111 E. Brookside Drive.
A variety of faiths will be represente...
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City of Springfield News Releases (General)