Work happening on long-stalled development in south Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, MO –  People driving past a long-stalled development on the south side are finally seeing some major work taking place at the site.

In recent weeks, contractors have been moving dirt and performing other site work on Lakewood St. near S. Campbell Ave. Retaining walls have also been constructed in some spots.

Several years ago, the 100-acre property near Sam’s Club and the Library Center was rezoned to allow for a mixture of planned development and commercial uses. Plans for The Ridge at Ward Branch development included a mix of retail, restaurants, offices, hotels, and residential units…

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