ABS Band at SGF Expo Center
Springfield, MO— The ABS Band will be performing at the Springfield Expo Center, Saturday, June 17, from 1 pm – 3 pm. The Arthur Duncan Jazz Trio Springfield, MO – Come out and hear The Arthur Duncan Jazz Trio at the Where House Bar located at 2463 W. Sunshine St., Suite 120, every Monday at […]
It’s time to give Black fathers the credit they deserve
By Alvin Thomas— Pop culture is finally pushing back against mischaracterizations of Black fathers as absent or uninvolved. Multiple recent cultural moments have thrust Black fatherhood into the American consciousness, in the process defying popular stereotypes of Black fathers. Recent celebrations of Black fathers include the movie “King Richard,” about Venus and Serena Williams’ devoted father, […]
No quick fix for those struggling to staff their companies
Springfield, MO—For some time now, many businesses have struggled to staff their companies. Both large and small businesses are struggling to fill and retain job vacancies. There is a lot of speculation as to the cause of this. From the effects of COVID, to a mass number of retirements, lack of childcare facilities, to the […]
Lack of Communication is #1 Lawsuit in Senior Living Communities
Springfield, MO— During the years I was a licensed long-term care administrator, I was required to attend several state and national conferences for my continued education and licensure. One of the subjects that was consistently presented to administrators, directors of nursing, and administration staff by attorneys was the lack of communication in nursing homes. The […]
The Impact of Men’s Health on Fatherhood
Springfield, MO— June is National Men’s Health Month. It’s a time for boys and men to focus on caring for their bodies by eating healthy foods, getting physical activity, and being diligent about preventing chronic disease. June is also the time we celebrate men with Father’s Day. Fatherhood is rewarding as it gives men a […]
Pick up an “I Too Am America” passport
In honor of Juneteenth, take a cultural tour of the African American community. Beginning June 3, pick up an “I Too Am America” passport at any Springfield Greene County Library or at Barnes & Noble, 3055 S. Glenstone, to guide you as you explore African American timeline history and learn more about contributions made by […]
2023 Springfield Juneteenth Celebration
Springfield, MO— A city-wide Juneteenth Celebration weekend will start on Friday, June 16. at the Springfield Art Museum featuring The Living History Actors and Milly Project Performance. The History Actors starts at 5:00 pm and the Milly Project Performance is at 6:00 pm. These events are free to the public on Saturday, June 17, at […]
An example of a PayPal scam. Don’t fall for the trick
Springfield, MO— Scammers like to send emails like they’re coming from PayPal. Payment request email arrives from PayPal- say $300. You log into PayPal independently, which is good. You see that payment request right there in PayPal for $300. And PayPal shows that this is probably a fraudulent request. You don’t know this person or company, […]
Fundraiser to support A Girl Like Me Network
Springfield, MO—Join us for the 2nd Annual Women of Excellence Tea and Lunch fundraiser—an event you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the Drew Lewis Foundation located at The Fairbanks, 1126 N. Broadway Ave. Due to the overwhelming response we received last […]
Omega Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Adopt-A-Street
Springfield, MO—The Omega Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® asks that you join them on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. for their triannual Adopt-A-Street Clean Up. Meet us on Sherman Avenue (between Central St. and Division St.). This community service project is directly aligned with one of the six […]
