I do not want a dog. I am getting a dog
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. At my core, I’m an animal lover. I even like cats, which I’ve come to find out gets really close to being a controversial statement. Over the course of my life — at my […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces $10M sexual battery suit for allegedly dangling a woman off a Los Angeles hotel balcony
Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing a new set of charges for an incident that allegedly occurred eight years ago. On November 27, a new, 17-page complaint was filed in the Los Angeles Supreme Court by fashion designer Bryana “Bana” Bongolan, who accused Combs of sexual battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, false imprisonment and […]
Leisurette’s: A Legacy of Friendship and Community
Springfield, MO – The Leisurette’s, a vibrant social club with a rich history, continues to thrive in Springfield, Missouri. Founded on April 9, 1988, the club emerged from the legacy of the Leisure Hour Club, established in 1951. Inspired by the enduring spirit of friendship fostered by the Leisure Hour Club, a group of women […]
Silver Springs Park Receives Major Upgrades
Springfield, MO – A historic step towards enhancing a beloved community space was taken on Monday, October 28th as local officials and community leaders gathered to break ground on the renovation of the pavilion and other improvements at Silver Springs Park. Silver Springs Park, a cherished landmark since its establishment in 1918, holds a special […]
Setting yourself up for success in 2025
Entrepreneurship can be lonely. Your network may not encompass people who understand the sacrifice and drive it takes to branch out on your own to build a business. Joining a community like efactory surrounds you with like-minded individuals. In addition to the sharing of ideas, you get access to resource partners who can help put […]
Be SMART and Save Lives
We all know that children are curious. They like to explore big and small spaces. Typically, they aren’t concerned with being safe or cautious and telling them “don’t do that” just makes them want to try it more. Unfortunately, that means unexpected and unsafe moments can happen. One such issue is gun safety. Since firearms […]
A Legacy Rekindled: Silver Springs Park’s Community Engagement Tour Final
Springfield, MO – Christine Peoples, is the Education Coordinator for Timmons Hall, Springfield/Greene County Park Board. She is spearheading a unique initiative to reconnect the local African American community with its rich history. The Silver Springs Programs and Projects Campaign Tour aims to inspire and empower community members by highlighting the past and promoting a […]
Eddie Murphy’s son Eric and Martin Lawrence’s daughter Jasmin are engaged
Actors, comedians and longtime friends Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence are going to be family! On November 27, Murphy’s eldest son, Eric, proposed to his girlfriend of three years, Jasmin, who also happens to be Lawrence’s eldest daughter. Sharing a glimpse of the moment, the couple posted an engagement video recapping the proposal on Instagram. […]
Revisit Values To Help You Manage Financial Stress
As we gather this holiday season, let’s take a moment to reflect on what truly matters in these uncertain times. To effectively manage stress in today’s economy, consider a few of the following values: Focus on appreciating what you have rather than what you lack. Practicing gratitude can shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance, […]
Jasmine Crockett and others explain why Biden’s pardon of son Hunter isn’t controversial
While Republicans and some Democrats are condemning President Joe Biden for his decision on Sunday to pardon his son Hunter Biden on federal charges related to gun possession and tax evasion, others like U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, are declaring, “Way to go, Joe.” Crockett, a freshman congresswoman who sits on the House Oversight Committee, […]
