Voted "Best Local Event" by the readers of the Daily Citizen. The Book Sale returns on April 30.

Jack Drussa was a member of Springfield’s famous Boy Scout Band and a race car driver in the early days of the Fairgrounds Speedway.

Click to learn more about Spring 2025 voting at the Library and to hear from the candidates

Nell Milligan and other pioneering female solo travelers defied societal expectations to explore the world on their own terms.

The Springfield-Greene County Library District is pleased to announce that the Friends of the Library have pledged $500,000 to the...

Mary Elizabeth Mahnkey’s writings documented life in Taney County and defined her career as a rural newspaper correspondent.

Whether for campaign rallies, dedication ceremonies, or times of tragedy, twelve presidents have visited the Ozarks.

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is developing their 2025-2030 Strategic Plan and is seeking community...

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is developing their 2025-2030 Strategic Plan and is seeking community...

Ozarkers of the past approached courtship, marriage, and divorce in ways that are at once surprisingly archaic and unexpectedly modern.

Missouri is home to a range of natural environments. The presence (or lack) of birds in these habitats tells a centuries-old tale of our imp

A collaboration between Missouri State University and the Springfield–Greene County Library District showcases restored historical artifacts

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District will host an indoor groundbreaking ceremony for the new Republic Branch...

Do you need help preparing your taxes? Several ATLS (Across the Life Span) coalition agencies will provide tax assistance to individuals...

Thanks to a bit of holiday magic, Santa shows up in the most unlikely places. See where we’ve spotted him in our archives.

On the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, we remember the service of Springfield native Ralph Manley.

The Jim Mayfield Collection features images from photographer Jim Mayfield documenting the lives and stories within the Ozarks.

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is pleased to announce the addition of Bridget Dierks to the executive...

Springfield, MO – The Springfield-Greene County Library District is pleased to announce the addition of Bridget Dierks to the executive...

As “a royal diadem on the brow of a queen,” Springfield and its Queen City nickname has a legacy dating back to more than a century ago.