In addition to planting advice (you've got time), this week's garden column tackles several questions about managing pests.

Chief Justice Mary R. Russell of the Missouri Supreme Court explains the possible origin of the phrase “a dog is a man’s best ...

Springfield writer Rex Ybañez shares the story behind a poem he wrote that blends culture, Spam, breakfast, jazz and a few ...

Springfield's Midtown Carnegie Branch Library will reopen June 9 after a year of renovations. Improvements include new water ...

Colorado, Indiana, Minnesota and North Carolina are now cautioning residents to be wary of text message scams that appear to be from DMVs.