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Springfield officials urge patience as crews battle 13 inches of snow
4+ hour, 6+ min ago (792+ words) Residents across Clark County are still seeing the impacts of record snowfall over the weekend. Clark County is currently under a Level 2 snow emergency, meaning that roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Only those who feel it is…...
Springfield city manager recognized for leadership with international designation
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (239+ words) The designation is given to "experienced local government executives who have demonstrated the highest standards of professional integrity, leadership and commitment to continuous learning," according to a release. Fewer than 1,300 local government officials across the world hold the designation. "Earning…...
Springfield 2051 community summit to share results of project
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (225+ words) Community members can hear feedback collected as part of the Springfield 2051 survey at a free public summit Wednesday. Community members can hear feedback collected as part of the Springfield 2051 survey at a free public summit Wednesday. The event, taking place…...
Springfield anticipates leaner 2026 budget, avoids deficit spending
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (541+ words) The city of Springfield is facing headwinds in 2026 but expects to remain financially stable, according to the preliminary budget. The budget is no longer projected to suffer from a $6.7 million deficit due to a voluntary separation program last year and…...
Market at Mother’s, flea market among weekend activities in Springfield
1+ week, 3+ day ago (250+ words) Browse for treasures, yell "Bingo!" or shop for fresh food with this variety of weekend activities in Springfield. When: 7 p.m.; doors open at 5:30 p.m. Location: VFW Post #1031, 1237 E. Main St. Description: Springfield Promise Neighborhood will sponsor a music bingo fundraiser. The cost is…...
$5M tax credit awarded to historic Springfield project
3+ week, 1+ day ago (428+ words) A large project to revive the historic Hull building in downtown Springfield received a $5 million tax credit from the state. The project at the Fairbanks building, now known as the Hull Plaza, entails redeveloping the 4 W. Main St. building into a…...
Springfieldâs Myers Market under new management, to launch new menus inspired by Chidoâs Tacos owner
3+ week, 1+ day ago (698+ words) Myers Market inside COhatch in Springfield is now under new management and launching new menus inspired by the owner of Chido's Tacos. Armando Nunez has partnered with the market to run Dough-Re-Mi Pizza and Champion City Grill, where he has…...
3 new Springfield commissioners sworn in, assistant mayor selected
3+ week, 2+ day ago (281+ words) Three new members of Springfield City Commission were sworn in at a packed Friday evening ceremony. New commissioners Andy Rigsbee, Larry Ricketts and Chris Wallace took office and commissioner Tracey Tackett was elected assistant mayor to mayor Rob Rue. "These…...
Boys basketball: KR âproves what its capable ofâ in key victory over Springfield
4+ week, 6+ hour ago (607+ words) The Kenton Ridge High School boys basketball team proved exactly what its capable of at the third annual Clark County Basketball Showcase. The Cougars outscored Springfield 41-24 in the second half en route to a 72-53 victory over the Wildcats on Monday…...
Year in review: What made the news in Springfield in 2025
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (1597+ words) While 2025 didn't have the same tumultuous events as when Springfield made international headlines in 2024 following false rumors of immigrants eating pets, a number of topics carried weight in the local community. Gun violence, homelessness, an overwhelming rejection of new taxes…...