The Springfield News-Leader is the hometown newspaper of Springfield, Missouri. Part of the USA Today Network, the News-Leader serves Springfield and the Ozarks with unique, in-depth local news, sports and entertainment through a variety of platforms, including print editions and News-Leader.com. News-Leader Media Group is owned by Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), an international media and marketing solutions company that informs and engages more than 100 million people every month through its powerful network of broadcast, digital, mobile and publishing properties. Our portfolio of trusted brands offers marketers unmatched local-to-national reach and customizable, innovative marketing solutions across any platform. Gannett is committed to connecting people – and the companies who want to reach them – with their interests and communities. For more information, visit www.gannett.com.