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A Day in the Life of a Freelancer

From the young age of 6, I wanted to be a writer. I honed my craft in a tiny purple journal with a kitten on the cover. Each entry started with “Dear Darla”—the name of the journal, of course. While I had the habits of a writer down pat, I

10 Springfield Minority Owned Businesses Awarded Grants from US Bank Foundation

Springfield, MO -The Downtown Springfield Association (DSA), awarded 10 grants for Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC)-owned small businesses at a news conference on Friday, September 13, at 10 a.m. at Mama G’s Kitchen. The grants are part of the ASCEND – Advancing Springfield, Missour’s Commitment to Entrepreneurship, Networking

Was Kamala Harris’ ‘All the Smoke’ interview a home run with Black men?

Vice President Kamala Harris’ recent interview on the “All the Smoke” podcast is being praised for its potential impact on a critical and closely watched voting bloc this election cycle: Black men.  “This interview was a home run for her,” said Democratic strategist Joel Payne, who said the Democratic presidential

Own Your Future: Take Charge with Entrepreneurship, efactory Support

Have you ever felt stuck? Like the system isn’t working for you, or that opportunities are just out of reach? Many people face challenges when it comes to financial security and career advancement. One solution is to explore the path of entrepreneurship, which allows you to set your own hours,

Drury University update on the Benton Avenue Educational Center

Springfield, Mo.—Significant restoration will begin on the former African Methodist Episcopal Church located on the corner of Benton Avenue and Central Street. With grants totaling over $3 million received, the installation of a new, 50-year roof will begin over the coming weeks. Soon to follow will be window improvements and

Celebrating Your Child’s Uniqueness

“You always make each day such a special day. You know how? By just being you! There’s only one person in the whole world exactly like you. And that’s you yourself. And I like you just the way you are.” This is a quote from Mister Fred Rogers the creator

A Day in the Life of a Freelancer

From the young age of 6, I wanted to be a writer. I honed my craft in a tiny purple journal with a kitten on the cover. Each entry started with “Dear Darla”—the name of the journal, of course. While I had the habits of a writer down pat, I

10 Springfield Minority Owned Businesses Awarded Grants from US Bank Foundation

Springfield, MO -The Downtown Springfield Association (DSA), awarded 10 grants for Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC)-owned small businesses at a news conference on Friday, September 13, at 10 a.m. at Mama G’s Kitchen. The grants are part of the ASCEND – Advancing Springfield, Missour’s Commitment to Entrepreneurship, Networking

Was Kamala Harris’ ‘All the Smoke’ interview a home run with Black men?

Vice President Kamala Harris’ recent interview on the “All the Smoke” podcast is being praised for its potential impact on a critical and closely watched voting bloc this election cycle: Black men.  “This interview was a home run for her,” said Democratic strategist Joel Payne, who said the Democratic presidential

Own Your Future: Take Charge with Entrepreneurship, efactory Support

Have you ever felt stuck? Like the system isn’t working for you, or that opportunities are just out of reach? Many people face challenges when it comes to financial security and career advancement. One solution is to explore the path of entrepreneurship, which allows you to set your own hours,

Drury University update on the Benton Avenue Educational Center

Springfield, Mo.—Significant restoration will begin on the former African Methodist Episcopal Church located on the corner of Benton Avenue and Central Street. With grants totaling over $3 million received, the installation of a new, 50-year roof will begin over the coming weeks. Soon to follow will be window improvements and

Celebrating Your Child’s Uniqueness

“You always make each day such a special day. You know how? By just being you! There’s only one person in the whole world exactly like you. And that’s you yourself. And I like you just the way you are.” This is a quote from Mister Fred Rogers the creator