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2 days ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
Ken McClure, Springfield's long-serving mayor, ended his tenure and passed the gavel to Jeff Schrag. Council members praised McClure's leadership, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and his dedication to public service. Jeff Schrag and Bruce Adib-Yazdi were sworn in as new council members, with Schrag becoming the first mayor to serve a four-year term.
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3 days ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
Springfield's new playground, The Hatch, is designed to be inclusive and accessible to children of all abilities. The playground features equipment like high-backed swings, sensory installments, and a ground-level merry-go-round, exceeding ADA standards. The Hatch is a National Demonstration Site, allowing researchers to gather data on inclusive playground usage.
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6 days ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
Two protests are scheduled for Saturday, April 19, in Springfield, Missouri. One protest aims to defend Missouri's Amendment 3, which protects abortion rights, against repeal efforts by Republican lawmakers. The other protest opposes federal funding cuts impacting food banks and vulnerable communities and includes a food drive. More protests are planned in Springfield as a response to recent actions by state and federal elected officials.
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6 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Marta Mieze
More protests are planned in Springfield as a response to recent actions by state and federal elected officials. At least two rallies are planned in Springfield on Saturday, April 19.
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6 days ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
Easter weekend is here. While Springfieldians may be busy hunting for eggs and sharing a holiday brunch with family, it is also time to recognize our newest Student of the Week. This week, the title goes to Nicole Johnson, a tenth grader at The Summit Preparatory School. Described as an exceptional leader, Johnson excels both academically and socially. She is a longstanding volunteer at the Dickerson Park Zoo, supporting her aspirations for veterinary school.
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1 week ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
Shoppers frequenting the Battlefield Mall will soon see some new options to meet their retail and dining needs. One store is already open — MobilexpressFix. It is located near Tradehome Shoes and offers a one-stop shop for cellphone repair and accessories, according to a Battlefield Mall news release. Coming this spring is a new dining option — The Royal Slice. The Royal Slice will be serving classic pizza. Two more stores are set to open at the mall this summer.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marta Mieze
Springfield police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide at a north Springfield apartment — the second such incident within a week. Around 4 p.m. April 15, Springfield Police Department responded to a well-being check at the John B. Hughes Apartments at 2100 N. Clifton Ave., according to an SPD news release. The officers found a man and a woman deceased in the apartment.
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1 week ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
Springfield police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide at a north Springfield apartment — the second such incident within a week. Around 4 p.m. April 15, Springfield Police Department responded to a well-being check at the John B. Hughes Apartments at 2100 N. Clifton Ave., according to an SPD news release. The officers found a man and a woman deceased in the apartment.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marta Mieze
Even celebrities enjoy a spring break getaway to the Ozarks. Big Cedar Lodge near Branson, along with the other nearby Johnny Morris resort attractions, welcomed married singers Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani last week. The couple, along with Stefani's sons Zuma, 16, and Apollo, 11, enjoyed a family vacation in the Ozarks, according to reporting from NBC. In a video posted to Instagram April 10, Stefani shared the family's experience.
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1 week ago | 
news-leader.com | Marta Mieze
As spring finally settles in, local high schoolers across the Ozarks region are preparing to wrap up their school year strong. With the start of another week, it's time to recognize the newest nominees for Student of the Week. Student of the Week is an initiative by the News-Leader to highlight the academic achievements of local area high school students.
