Eliza Bobonick

Marta Wojcik leaves Poland, Chicago behind – embraces Springfield’s unique architecture, culture

From Poland to Chicago to Springfield, Marta Wojcik's love of art and architecture led her to the Westcott House and to a community where she'd be excited to plant roots.

Speakeasy Ramen’s Clayton Horrighs followed a winding road to deliver top-notch cuisine

Executive Chef Clayton Horrighs didn't follow an easy road to bring Speakeasy Ramen to Springfield. Though the path was rocky, the rewards of the thriving Pan-Asian restaurant are many for Horrighs, his employees, and diners alike.

From Springfield, Oregon, to Springfield, Ohio: How this Pacific Northwest couple found a new home

Nate and Mandie Fleming never thought they'd move to Ohio, but now that they've opened their custom lighting business Velorossa Designs on South Fountain Avenue, they're invested in growing in the Springfield community.

Hucklebuck’s Andy Hayes comes back to his roots, updates Springfield’s image