Michele Skalicky talks with Mark Hecquet, president of Visit Springfield, about what the 3% hotel/motel license tax that will be on the ballot in Springfield on April 7 will be used for if it passes.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Springfield warmly welcomes travelers from around the world, providing a diverse array of attractions. Our ...

Springfield voters will decide on a 3% tourism tax April 7 to help fund a new regional convention center. What will be taxed?

SPRINGFIELD — This 250th anniversary of the American Revolution — the opening shots of Lexington and Concord rang out in April 1775 — is a major business opportunity for the state’s $23.6 ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - For the last few years, the Springfield Hotel and Lodging Association has seen a consistent number of hotel rooms being booked. While it is enough to keep the doors open, ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Springfield continues to benefit from economic growth caused by tourism. On Thursday, Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, Visit Springfield, announced the area ...

Springfield's tourism industry is growing, with hotel room sales up nearly 9,000 nights compared to last year, according to a community announcement. From January to September 2025, 597,159 hotel room ...

Springfield, Missouri offers a diverse array of attractions, restaurants, and weekend events for travelers to enjoy, from the ...