When people hear 'convention center,' they often picture long conference tables, name badges, and PowerPoint presentations. And yes, a modern convention and events center absolutely serves those purposes. But for Springfield, Missouri, the proposed Convention and Events Center is about so much more…
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There's a conversation happening in Springfield right now — in coffee shops, church halls, neighborhood association meetings, and family dinner tables. It's a conversation about what kind of city Springfield wants to be. Not next year. Not in five years. But over the next generation, and the one…
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Infrastructure has a way of quietly shaping everything around it. Roads determine where neighborhoods develop. Broadband determines where businesses locate. Water and sewer capacity determine where growth is even possible. And convention facilities determine whether a city is taken seriously as a…
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Ask any restaurant owner, hotel manager, or downtown retailer what they need more of, and the answer is almost always the same: consistent, reliable customers. Not just on weekends. Not just during the holiday shopping season. Year-round, across every season, from a diverse mix of visitors with…
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Some investments are made for today. Others are planned to deliver results for decades to come. Springfield's proposed Convention and Events Center falls firmly into the second category. This isn't a short-term fix or a speculative gamble. It's a long-term investment designed to grow with the city…
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If you’re interested in getting out to the lake this summer and enjoying the water, check out these six lakes near Springfield, Missouri great for recreational water activities. Lake Springfield Just south of the metro area is Lake Springfield, the city’s most well-known lake. The park surrounding…
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If you’re on the fence about visiting Springfield, check out our list of top 10 reasons to visit the third-largest city in Missouri. Connections To The Great Outdoors If you love the outdoors, Springfield is the perfect place for you. The city is home to dozens of parks and trails perfect for…
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Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield, one of six national parks in Missouri, is a perfect stop for an entertaining and educational experience. Fought on August 10, 1861, the Battle of Wilson’s Creek was a pivotal battle in Missouri and the second major battle of the Civil War. When the smoke cleared…
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