Springfield-Greene County Politics & Elections

Urban Chickens Come to Springfield

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 05:43:00 CDT

Why did the chicken cross the road? Probably because it heard about Springfield's approval of an urban chicken ordinance, which allows chickens to be raised within the city limits.

November 2 General Election

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:01:00 CDT

The general election in Greene County will be held on November 2. Find your polling location, learn about candidates and issues, and more.

Recycling Opportunities in Springfield

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:01:00 CDT

Looking for a way to make your carbon footprint smaller? The city of Springfield offers a variety of ways to recycle.

Area Health Access

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 00:01:00 CDT

Working toward comprehensive local health care.

MO Publications Go Paperless

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:01:00 CDT

The Official Manual of the State of Missouri (a.k.a. the Blue Book) and the Revised Statutes of Missouri will soon only be available online.

Attorney General's Website

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:01:00 CDT

There are many resources available from Missouri's Attorney General's website that could be helpful to you.

Government Blogs

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:01:00 CDT

A new way to stay current. Many governmental departments offer blogs that highlight the latest news and events from their corner of the federal government.

3 Books For Your Consideration

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:01:00 CDT

As you are creating your summer reading list to take with you as you sun at the pool, you might want to dip your toe into U.S. or world politics.

Election Information

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:01:00 CDT

Where to find information about election issues and voting procedures.

Do you know your Supremes?

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:01:00 CDT

With the retirement of Justice John Paul Stevens, it is a good time to become acquainted with the current Justices and their role in our government.

Looking to get involved in local or national campaigns?

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:01:00 CDT

This might be the right time to get involved in the process.

3/4 Cent Sales Tax on the November 3 Ballot

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:01:00 CDT

On November 3, Springfield voters will be asked to approve a 3/4 cent sales tax to fund the Police-Fire Pension System.

The United States Supreme Court

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:01:00 CDT

An overview of the United States Supreme Court, including history, authority, and the nomination process.

Iran Election

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:01:00 CDT

There has been a lot of news coverage of the protests in Iran. Why are these protests occurring, who is in the right, and how does this story affect us as Americans?

Tracking Missouri's Share of the Economic Stimulus Funds

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:01:00 CDT

$3.82 billion is a lot of money. Find out why we received it and where it's all going, down to the last cent.

April 7, 2009 Election

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:01:00 CDT

The upcoming election will include races for city council, school board, and fire protection board in many Greene County communities.

Springfield Rejects One-Cent Sales Tax

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:01:00 CDT

Springfield voters rejected a new one-cent sales tax for the purpose of funding the City of Springfield Police and Firefighters Pension System.