Planning is underway for the 2018 Salute to Missouri Legislators set for 4:30-6:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at Capitol Plaza Hotel in Jefferson City.

The annual reception provides opportunities for face-to-face interaction with state legislators at the beginning of the 2018 legislative session.

The event is organized and sponsored by the Springfield Metro Partnership consisting of: City of Springfield, City Utilities of Springfield, Greene County, Libraries & Arts Council Alliance, Missouri State University, Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, Springfield Public Schools and Springfield Regional Economic Partnership.

For information about attending, contact Peyton Andrews at pandrews@springfieldchamber.com.