I know Dennis now. I look forward to talking to him every week. I worry about him when the weather is bad. I know that he’s still overwhelmed with grief over the death of his…
James River Pastor Lindell has a history of…
On Sunday, James River Church shared an image on their Facebook asking that people join them “in prayer for the city of Orlando and the lives, friends, and families that were affected by the tragic…
Exonerated Fulnecky plays victim and savior
According to the Springfield News-Leader, on Tuesday, Judge John Holstein found that Councilwoman Kristi Fulnecky had not violated the law when she recorded a supposedly closed city council session back in November. The closed session…
City Manager presents Proposed 2017 Budget to City…
Public safety, investments in technology and facilities among priorities for Springfield's City Council to consider. The City Manager’s proposed fiscal year 2017 (FY2017) budget was provided to City Council today in the first of four…
Fullnekky on 2017 Mayoral Run
Editor's note: The sentiments expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of Ye Olde Journalist or Thomas Essel. This is a piece of satire and should be taken as such. I recently sat…
Springfield To Host Public Meeting May 3
City of Springfield to discuss potential C-Street parking improvements. The City of Springfield will host a public meeting at 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 3 at Drury on C-Street, 233 E. Commercial Street, to discuss potential…
Missing and endangered person: Bobbie L. Carter, 17
The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a missing and endangered person. Bobbie L. Carter was 16 when she voluntarily left her home in Springfield on Feb. 13, 2016. Additional details that have…
City To Pay To House Inmates In Miller,…
Springfield City Council voted on March 21 to allocate up to $500,000 to house inmates in Miller and Taney County detention facilities, as a temporary solution to a long-standing disagreement with the Greene County Sheriff…
Missing and endangered person: Timothy “Scott” Bell, 49
The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a missing person and is asking for assistance from the public. Timothy “Scott” Bell, 49, was last contacted while receiving medical care in Springfield on March…
Did Sherriff Arnott Cause Officer Laws To Become…
In a press conference today, Mayor Bob Stephens described a shocking incident occurring Saturday Evening. Jeff Lyon dragged Officer Clinton Laws with his vehicle, seriously injuring him. According to the mayor, "These injuries to Officer…
City Attorney Dan Wichmer Accepts New Position
City Attorney Dan Wichmer has accepted the position of Executive Director of Legal Services of Southern Missouri. His last day at the City of Springfield will be March 11. Wichmer became Springfield City Attorney in…
