There are several cities bearing the name Springfield throughout the United States, but Springfield Missouri is the largest of them all. With a population of over 150,000 and about 425,000 in the metropolitan area, Springfield sits as the third largest city in the state. With the nickname "The Queen City of the Ozarks", Springfield sits in its beautiful location among the Ozark Plateau, which is commonly referred to as the Ozark Mountains.

Springfield is the definition of an up-and-coming city, receiving several awards in recent years. These include America's Promise Alliance's "100 Best Communities for Young People" for three years running, The Milken Institute's "Best Performing City" award and the World Health Organization's stamp as a "Safe Community". All of these contribute to Springfield being seen as one of the most desirable cities to live in the whole of America.

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The land on which modern Springfield sits was part of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Missouri then became a state in 1821 and Springfield was named as part of Greene County, incorporated in 1838.

While Springfield was part of the same history as similar-sized cities in the area, there is not much ethnic diversity in the city today. A lynching of three falsely accused African American men in 1906 led to most of the African-American population exiting from the area shortly after. This major American ethnic group has never largely re-established themselves in the area.

In terms of the economics of the city, the majority of residents make their living in the education and health care, retail and government sectors. Springfield was the birthplace of Bass Pro Shops and is home to the national headquarters of Noble & Associates, Assemblies of God, and John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts, among others.

Those seeking entertainment or work in the city can enjoy a major rejuvenation that has occurred in the downtown area over the last few years. The renovations have included performing arts centers, restaurants, office buildings, lofts and boutiques.

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