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Springfield health department puts restaurant on risk control plan

18+ hour, 1+ min ago  (123+ words) After a Feb. 19 inspection, the Springfield-Greene County Health Department put a restaurant on a risk control plan. Springfield health department puts restaurant on risk control plan A Springfield restaurant was put on a risk control plan this week, according to…...

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Springfield launches new hub to clarify shifting medical guidance

18+ hour, 6+ min ago  (283+ words) Springfield-Greene County health officials have launched a new online resource to help residents make sense of rapidly shifting medical guidance and public health recommendations, according to a community announcement. The Springfield-Greene County Health Department developed the site in partnership with…...

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Springfield Thai restaurant closes but owner says it will reopen

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (197+ words) A Springfield Thai restaurant is temporarily closed, according to a Facebook post by the owner. Patrick Netthongkome, owner of Thai Express at 2113 W. Republic Road, said in a Facebook post that the restaurant is temporarily closed due to "a private conflict…...

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Lawsuit blames Springfield landfill worker's death on faulty equipment

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (463+ words) Nearly a year ago, a former Springfield police officer died while working at the Springfield Noble Sanitary Landfill. Now, his wife has filed a lawsuit against a dump truck manufacturer, the dealer selling the vehicles, and a repair service provider…...

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1 person dead, another hospitalized as Springfield police investigate

4+ week, 22+ hour ago  (185+ words) Springfield Police Department responded to a well-being check on Thursday afternoon and found one person dead, while another was taken to a hospital and later died. The incident is being investigated as a murder-suicide. SPD officers responded to 1229 E. East Elm…...

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When will Springfield's new Target open? What we know

4+ week, 23+ hour ago  (256+ words) The long-awaited second Target location in Springfield is finally nearing completion and a grand opening. Details of the new and larger store's opening and features were announced Thursday, Jan. 29. The second Target is coming to the west side of town…...

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See live updates as winter storm moves into Springfield, Ozarks

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (103+ words) Are you ready for snow and freezing temperatures in the Ozarks? Along with the snow will come dangerously cold temperatures, according to the NWS. Each day this weekend is projected to have single-digit lows and below-zero wind chills. The snowfall…...

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What to do, how to stay warm if power goes out in Springfield storm

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (197+ words) With dangerously cold temperatures expected to last into next week and meteorologists forecasting heavy snowfall for the Springfield region, it's a good idea to be prepared for a potential power outage. Springfield City Utilities is preparing for the winter storm…...

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Winter Jam 2026 bringing top Christian artists to Springfield in March

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (247+ words) Winter Jam 2026 will bring major Christian artists to Springfield on March 20 at Great Southern Bank Arena. Admission is a $15 donation at the door. Winter Jam 2026 bringing top Christian artists to Springfield in March The Winter Jam 2026 Tour is scheduled to…...

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These topics are set to go before Springfield City Council in 2026

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (753+ words) Although no seats on Springfield City Council will be up for election in 2026, the year will still be full of noteworthy local government decisions. From a potential referendum to determining the future of the convention center plans, council will have…...