Guest columnist Rusty Worley: "Springfield’s greatest competitive advantage may already be here: a higher education ecosystem that connects universities, employers, health systems and public ...

The Bartley-Decatur Neighborhood Center Inc., constructed in 1900 as a private home, operated as one of the only area hospitals open to Black patients during segregation. The structure at 918 E.

A fire on Sunday at Buckingham Smokehouse Bar-B-Q means the restaurant will be closed temporarily, according to owner David Campbell. Campbell said the fire started on the ground in the pit area but ...

As director of the Springfield Art Museum, Nick Nelson said much can be gained by exploring the origin story of the nearly 100-year history of the institution. “This museum has a remarkable history, ...

When Walmart employees need treatment for spine surgery and hip and knee replacements, Mercy's Springfield operation is its center of choice. That means for employees enrolled in the health plans of ...

TikTok is calling U.S. staffers back to the office five days a week, according to Business Insider. The back-to-office order takes effect in September. Hybrid workers are currently allowed to work at ...

Award-winning teacher served 12 years on SPS Board of Education.

A Springfield investment professional pleaded guilty to wire fraud and money laundering charges involving embezzlement of clients' retirement funds. Bob Hunter, 72, entered the guilty plea on June 11 ...

Last edited 10:59 a.m., May 12, 2026 [Editor's note: This story has been updated to correct erroneous information about the size of the data center site.] A data center is under construction just ...

Last edited 12:35 p.m., May 5, 2026 [Editor's note: More information was added, and an address was corrected.] Developers Mitch and Amanda Jenkins are again considering a development on a contested ...

Developer Brent Brown cites collaboration with city on The Henderson, a mixed-use residential and commercial development set for 3305 N. Glenstone Ave.

CEO cites "strong execution and meaningful progress." Springfield-based stainless steel manufacturer Paul Mueller Co. (OTC: MUEL) boosted profits in 2025, the company announced March 27. Mueller Co.'s ...