The public is invited to attend a ribbon-cutting at 1 p.m. Friday at Silver Springs Park. There will be a short program and reception.

Thanks to a cooperative effort of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), and other partners, Springfield’s Lost Hill Park can now serve as a focal ...

The 15-foot tall structure adds a shaded, scenic gathering spot alongside the area’s bike park and playground.

The Portage Park Department is planning to put an ice rink in the open air pavilion on the city’s north side for winter fun.

In addition to its outdoor educational purposes, Lost Hill Park’s pavilion will also be available for general use and rentals. The pavilion was built by Hambey Construction of Springfield.