Joe Hadsall

Springfield Public Schools prepares for budget cuts and pay raises while monitoring expenses for the upcoming school year.

Missouri Chamber of Commerce honors Sen. Roy Blunt for his role in creating a successful apprenticeship program in the medical field.

Ozarks Technical Community College approves budget for 2026-27 school year, anticipating future cuts in state funding. Enrollment boosts offset challenges.

Springfield Board of Education celebrates academic achievements in the 2025-26 school year, including increased attendance and successful behavior management system implementation.

The Schneider Foundation awards $1.16 million in grants to public and private schools for gifted education and innovative learning experiences.

Three agencies focused on building resilient families receive significant grants to support parent education, child development, and family resilience.

Ozarks Technical Community College is considering a property tax increase to fund building expansions and program enhancements, not to offset reduced state funding.

Three groundbreaking ceremonies mark the final projects in a $220 million bond package for Springfield Public Schools, including school renovations and new construction.

Springfield Board of Education proposes smaller employee raises and budget cuts due to declining enrollment and reduced state funding.

Salary negotiations for Springfield Public Schools result in reduced raises due to state funding limitations. Employees receive a step increase and stipend.