The Spirit of Springfield Award recognizes a person(s), who is a friend of Springfield by being a person(s) who gives assistance, patronizes Springfield and/or is a supporter of the Springfield Community.
Past Recipients:
- 2009 – Gaylan Stark
- 2010 – Doris Weber
- 2011 – Brian & Colleen O’Leary
- 2012 – Ken Koll
- 2013 – Mike & Jodi Pieschel
- 2014 – Dr. F.J. Boyle
- 2015 – Ben Luense
- 2016 – Sharon (Mrs. Ron) Sturm & in Memory of Edward J. Pautzke Jr.
- 2017 – Jeff Krueger
- 2018 – Cheryl Diede
- 2019 – Shari Koll
- 2020 – Dale Lindmeier
- 2021 – Paul & Sharon Pieschel
- 2022 – Neil & Cheryl Neidt
- 2023 – Dotty de Lambert
- 2024 – Floyd & Susan Rogotzke
- 2025 – Justin “Hoover” Hillesheim
The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Year Award recognizes a business that has shown profitability, growth, and sustainability along with a commitment to community service and is a strong supporter of the Springfield Community.
Past Recipients:
- 2017 – Farmers & Merchants State Bank of Springfield
- 2018 – Miesen’s Color Center
- 2019 – Springfield Advance Press
- 2020 – Deluxe Print Inc.
- 2021 – Springfield Golf Course
- 2022 – Tommy’s Central Street Steakhouse
- 2023 – NAPA Glen’s Auto Parts
- 2024 – St. John’s Circle of Care
- 2025 – Prairie Plans
2024 Recipients
Spirit of Springfield – Floyd & Susan Rogotzke
Business of the Year – St. John’s Circle of Care
