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Safety is always important.
    Electric scooters have become a popular mode of transportation in Springfield and across the state, offering convenience and an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional vehicles.  The popularity is also due to the introduction of the vehicles as a rental option in many cities.     ...
Front left: Shane Martin, Teresa Schmitz. Right side of cot: Rick Cook, Sandy Johns. North Memorial Air Care Flight RN.
Building on its growing reputation as a hub for rural emergency response education, Springfield recently hosted another successful training session focused on Helicopter Landing Zone Safety. The free training was held at the Springfield Ambulance facility and coordinated by South Central EMS.  The...
Springfield Police is pictured before the council meeting from L: Investigator Michael Colvin, Officer Alex Esser  Chief of Police, John Nicholson, Officer Carter Cook and Officer Zac Rutscher.
Family and friends gathered to show their support for Springfield’s newest police officers during the last City Council meeting. The council meeting began with a swearing-in and pinning ceremony for the officers.  Chief John Nicholson introduced the three new officers: Michael Colvin who stated in...
Teacher of the Year Andrea Erickson is pictured with her second grade class.
     Andrea Erickson has been named the 2025 Teacher of the Year at Springfield Public School by the Springfield Education Association.  A member of the faculty for thirty-five years, she is honored to be selected by her fellow teachers for the award.      Erickson grew up in Argyle, Minnesota, up...
Delmar Nelson with Legion Commander Chad Salonek.
Delmar Nelson was recognized last Wednesday evening at the Springfield Legion Hall for being a 70 year member of the Springfield American Legion Post #257. He is pictured with Legion Commander, Chad Salonek. 
Led by Jaden Water, the class of 2025 turned the tassels on their caps during commencement ceremonies.
Last Friday evening, graduates dressed in the traditional maroon gowns and caps filed into the Tiger Center and took to their seats in front of their family and friends.  Springfield High School Principal, Mr. Pat Moriarty, in his welcome remarks, thanked the parents and teachers of all graduates....
Daycare Providers
   By Jill Tollefson Veerkamp  While many parents rush off to work or tackle busy schedules, a group of dedicated individuals quietly does some of the most important work in town—caring for our children.  As small communities, including Springfield, face increasing childcare challenges, it’s...
Springfield’s Concert Choir gathered on stage to perform I Will Sing during last week’s concert.
A full house of concerts continued as Springfield Public School Vocal Music Department presented two  spring concerts last Tuesday, March 18 in honor of Music in our Schools Month. The night was a celebration of song and praise, directed by the gifted Mr. Bailey Cords with Mrs. Jodi Dalsgaard as...
Springfield’s Prairie Plans financial advisors from L: Jordan Milbrath, John Mueller, David Milbrath and Eli Samuelson.
  Prairie Plans, a locally owned and operated wealth management firm, has been named to the Forbes SHOOK Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams for 2025, a prestigious national recognition honoring top-tier financial advisory teams across the country. See complete story in this week's issue of the...
Last week, City Manager Amber Dale, City Treasurer Amy Vogel, and Council member, Josh Anderson, attended the League of Minnesota Cities Day on the Hill, on Thursday, March 6.  “During the event, we had the opportunity to hear from several key state leaders, including Governor Tim Walz, Senate...

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