Springfield News Leader

Springfield, Missouri, United StatesEnglish

Serving as the primary source of news for Springfield and the surrounding Ozarks region, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues. It has maintained a long-standing journalistic presence in southwest Missouri by delivering daily reporting that informs and connects the local population.

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MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN SPRINGFIELD

Operating as a single-daily town, this southwestern Missouri media market relies on a consolidated commercial press supplemented by active collegiate journalism. The primary news source is the Springfield News Leader, a Gannett-owned daily with historical roots dating back to 1867. Additional coverage is provided by two distinct student-run publications serving local campuses. The Standard functions as the independent student newspaper for Missouri State University, while the Drury Mirror is produced by students at Drury University. Paperboy lists 3 newspapers in Springfield.