SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Dan Kinney, the longtime director who helped transform Springfield’s park system into one of national recognition, has died. He was 83. Kinney passed away Sept. 29, according to the ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) - The Springfield-Greene County Park Board announced former parks director Dan Kinney has passed away. Kinney, 83, died on September 29. He had served as ...

Two parks in Springfield, Layne Addition Park and New Reid Park, have new playground equipment after receiving funds from a grant earlier this year. The National Trail Parks and Recreation District, ...

Springfield, Missouri, is hosting the official National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration from April 30 to May 3, marking 100 years since the highway’s naming telegram was sent from the city.