Our most-read story last week was an update on Marco Denis, the owner of Plaza Towers who has been incarcerated since July on charges related to guns and domestic violence. His lawyer is asking the court to prevent OMB Bank from foreclosing. Read it:

In the state’s request for a warrant filed on Jan. 31, Evrinn Rashawd "Zo" Worlds is described as the “main suspect in the murder of a 14–year-old girl.” According to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Worlds is currently a fugitive. Learn more:

Laine Scholz carries on her mother’s St. Louis-style pizza legacy at Garbo's Pizzeria, which is celebrating 35 years in business. Scholz is putting her own sweet touch on the restaurant's offerings. Dig in:

Winter weather is coming soon, but you've got this weekend to take a short road trip and explore nature. Sony Hocklander has your complete guide to Alum Cove Natural Bridge Recreation Area, just over two hours south of Springfield. Read it:

‘She proved us right’: Emergence of freshman Lainie Douglas continues to boost Missouri State’s interior

Construction has started on the first ground-up development on Historic Commercial Street in five decades. The $13.5 million Sankofa will be an affordable housing complex with 42 units. Read it:

A downtown building that has been vacant for nearly 20 years could get new life as a live music venue. @RyanRCollins reports plans for The Holler also include a restaurant called Angelo's that will feature bocce courts. Learn more:

OPINION: The world's best bowlers converge on Springfield next week for the PBA Pete Weber Missouri Classic, where the winner takes home $30,000. Want to see the stars? @LyndalScranton has your guide. Read it:

The City of Springfield is exploring another path to force changes at Jenny Lind Hall, a subsidized apartment building. @jack_mcgee_ reports the city filed a 60-day notice of intent to file a petition for receivership. Here's what that means. Read it:

The Springfield City Council is considering an ordinance enabling law enforcement to tow vehicles with expired plates and tags as well as a resolution highlighting the impact of expired plates and tags on public safety and tax revenue. Learn more:

The rumors are true: The Q Hotel & Suites, across the street from Hammons Field, has a new owner who lives in Illinois. Answer Man Steve Pokin attempted to learn more, but the new owner didn't make it easy. Read it:

Athlete of the Week: @hillcrestbball senior Taner Hicks puts the sting in Hornets’ guard-heavy attack

Greene County prosecutors have filed charges related to the murder of 14-year-old Jackie Strahle, whose body was found on Jan. 28. Evrinn Rashawd Worlds is charged with abandonment of a corpse and misdemeanor tampering with physical evidence. Learn more:

OPINION: Judith Martínez-García says every city needs a Philip Herzog. The Colorado native's life motto is “Listen, Consider, Serve” and he leans on community while inspiring young people to get involved. Read it:

Tour the Springfield Art Museum's temporary administrative and educational space during February's First Friday Art Walk and create some art of your own. @JKessingerSGF reports The Art Study Club is one of 16 venues participating this month. Learn more:

Get ready for Wednesday night football, Bears fans. The lineup for Missouri State's first FBS campaign is set after the release of the 2025 Conference USA schedule. It features three Wednesday night games in October for the Bears. Read it:

Springfield state Rep. Melanie Stinnett is sponsoring HJR 54, which would put an abortion ban on the ballot. That resolution's first hearing featured more than three hours of testimony from nearly 50 speakers. Our @jack_mcgee_ was there. Read it:

Springfield-Greene County Health is reporting an increase in influenza and pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in the community. Here's how to protect yourself and what to do if you get sick. Read it:

Anyone can get scammed on Facebook Marketplace, even Greene County Sheriff Jim Arnott. He was willing to talk about it with our Steve Pokin, who says the investigative trail led to Africa. Arnott also shared lessons learned from the incident. Read it:

Kum & Gone. @RyanRCollins reports the process of rebranding Kum & Go stores to Maverik in Springfield and the rest of Missouri starts in March. The rebranding efforts will cause “brief” store closures. Learn more: