Springfield launches new initiative to encourage volunteering

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The city of Springfield launched a new initiative to encourage people to volunteer.

Members of the city’s Ambassador Academy received a look at the behind-the-scenes of what it takes to operate a city. Participants met with various city officials and tour departments, including the police-fire training center, the Botanical Center, and the recycling center.

The academy concluded with a wrap-up discussion, hoping to find a volunteer connection for each participant…

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