Derek Ankrom News Today

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A trial that pits Springfield Public Schools (SPS) against the Missouri Attorney General's office over the issue of school records has been rescheduled for January 2025 in order to allow more time for testimony and deliberations.

After hearing final arguments, the judge in the University Heights deed restriction case said it was a "close call" and will take time to review.

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Judge Derek Ankrom said he will take a few days to decide whether to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to enforce University Heights deed restrictions.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch. October 4, 2023.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield Public School District is appealing a decision from Greene County Judge Derek Ankrom, which has led to an injunction that allows Glendale quarterback Kylan Mabins play football.  Judge Ankrom made the decision in Mabins’ favor on Sept. 22.  “The reason we strongly disagree with the judge’s opinion in this case, […]

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Attorney Jay Kirksey, who represents the Mabins, said reinstating the student's athletic playing eligibility was the right decision.

An attorney for the developer said he plans to file a counterclaim arguing neighborhood residents only sued to influence the proposed rezoning.

A Greene County judge has ruled for a high school quarterback in his lawsuit against Springfield Public Schools and the Missouri State High School Activities Association.