Local Juneteenth Events Lineup
Local Juneteenth Events Lineup Juneteenth Community Celebration June 15, 2024 Springfield Expo Center 11 AM – 4 PM • Live Entertainment • Local Vendors Silver Springs Park Program & Projects Tour June 16, 2024 Silver Springs Park 10 AM -2 PM Enjoy a bag of popcorn while you tour. • The Pavilion Renovation & Amphitheater […]
The History Of Juneteenth & General Orders, No 3
The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a Proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. – General Orders, No. 3 Juneteenth and General Orders, No. 3, read on June 19, 1865 announcing that all slaves were free, is one of Galveston’s most important historical moments. US President […]
Be Prepared for Major Life Events
Financial planning is more than just managing your day-to-day finances; it’s about preparing for the future and life events that will inevitably occur. Three of the most significant financial milestones people often encounter are purchasing a home, investing in their children’s education, and planning retirement. Home purchase is the most substantial investment you will make […]
Mindful Eating: Nourishing Your Body and Soul
In our fast-paced, multitasking lives, we often eat in a rush, in front of screens, or while juggling multiple things. Mindless eating has become the norm. Take time to savor the flavors and textures of our food. Mindful eating prompts us to slow down, pay attention, and enjoy the food in front of us. It’s […]
Mama G’s Soul Food will open a second location Downtown!
Mama G’s Soul Food gets a second location Downtown! Can’t decide on dinner? Why don’t we go and try Mama G’s Soul Food? Ask anyone with a good head on their shoulders, and they’ll say that their mom is the best cook they know. Gloria Hairston has been cooking all her life. “It’s been my […]
Celebrate Life & Unity Honors Living Legends who are 90 years or older
Springfield, MO—The April Celebrate Life & Unity event honored living legends aged 90 years or older in the Springfield African American community. Approximately 100 guests came out to reconnect with friends and family, and to welcome new families to the community. There were vendors, door prizes, food, and games. A balloon artist was present, adding […]
Showing Springfield Like Never Before: Ride Eway Scooters
Marquez Williams always had an entrepreneurial mindset and knew he wanted to start his own business. But he wasn’t exactly sure what kind of business he wanted to run. He started a t-shirt business, a moving company and even started an Uber-like service before it was “Uber.” Then the road to Eway, LLC just opened […]
Springfield Musical Pioneer George Culp Turns 100
Culp has celebrated his 100th birthday, a Springfield native and a long-time musician. Culp was a member of the Philharmonics, an acapella group that traces its roots to gospel music. The group toured in the 1950s and were mainstays on Ozarks Jubilee. Performing with acts seen on the Grand Ole Opry, as well as on […]
Adventure Begins at the Library for All Ages, Including Adults
Kids – Start Your Summer Adventure at the Library! Adventures will abound during the 2024 Summer Reading Program. Great programs, performers, and so much more will kick-start everyone’s summer adventure. Beginning June 1, pick up a game board at any library branch or the Mobile Library, or log on to thelibrary.org/summerreading and follow the links […]
Choose Wisely: Data Scientist Cassie Kozyrkov Reveals How to Make Smart Decisions
As the world becomes more and more data-driven and artificial intelligence increasingly permeates daily life, our power as human beings lies in our ability to make informed decisions. Cassie Kozyrkov is on a mission to increase the quality of those decisions. Kozyrkov was Google’s first chief decision scientist until she left the company to start […]
