From a macaroni and cheese festival to iconic rock bands, Springfield has many special events scheduled in 2026.

While some of the restaurants Springfield lost in 2025 were longtime institutions, others had been open only a short time.

Several Springfield organizations are preparing to serve hundreds of people on Christmas, offering food, warmth and community to those who need it most. At the Salvation Army’s ...

A Springfield restaurant known for its creative burgers is also known for something else, giving back. Each Christmas, Black Sheep Burgers & Shakes opens its doors to anyone ...

This week in 417 food news, a soul food kitchen closes its doors while two new breakfast spots open in Springfield. Queen City Soul Kitchen, 1626 N. Boonville Ave., closed on Dec. 21 for good.

Waste entering Springfield’s landfill nearly doubles between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, with much of the increase ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -Ozarks Food Harvest received a donation of 5,300 pounds of chicken for the holidays on Monday morning ...

With the college basketball tournament season upon us, St. Patrick’s Day coming, and warmer weather arriving, the Best of Springfield food and drink winners can help you plan your celebration. We have ...

Sporting a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles t-shirt, Kitchen Manager Robert Baker moved swiftly around the tight kitchen, briefly slipping into a freezer to grab a large, silver pot holding a loin of beef ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The United States government shutdown has reached its 34th day, affecting the distribution of SNAP benefits to families in need, including those in Springfield. Due to the ...

Discover Missouri food phrases outsiders never understand, from gooey butter cake and toasted ravioli to Provel cheese, Ski soda, and diner classics locals love.

Crosslines Community Outreach is making sure some families in Springfield don’t go without toys this holiday season.