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Sade Shine stars in a tribute to the Queens of Soul

BRANSON, MO – Get ready for a soulful extravaganza that will take you on a journey through the incredible lives and music of some of the greatest vocalists of all time! “Queens of Soul” is the latest and most highly anticipated show in Branson, and it’s set to grace the

A Guide to Disputing a Credit Report

By Mahalia Boyd, UniteNews Contributing Writer   This is just what you need to add to your, “To Do List.” By regularly checking your credit bureau report, you can monitor your financial health and overall well-being. Your credit report serves as a comprehensive record of your credit history. It is

How Parents Can Help Overcome the Pandemic Learning Loss

By Gwen Marshall, UniteNews Contributing Writer   The years of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the disruption of learning is coming into focus and the picture is sobering.  We are looking at national statistics that indicate that COVID-19 has left us with some serious educational gaps.  According to

Embracing the Autumn Season With Thankfulness

By Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer   As the leaves begin to change colors and the air becomes crisp, fall provides a perfect backdrop for reflection and gratitude. The season encourages us to slow down and savor life’s simple pleasures, cultivating a sense of thankfulness for all that is good

Great leaders look for opportunities to change, evolve, adapt

By Nicki Donnelson UniteNews Contributing Writer   They say the only constant is change, and for us, that’s exciting. Being that efactory serves startups, entrepreneurs, and employers across the region, we are surrounded by people looking to approach the world differently. In addition to helping startups, we’ve served local companies

How Well Do You Know Dr. Kimberly Berry

Reprinted from the Ozarks Technical Community College Employee Newsletter Describe what you do at OTC in 50 words or less. I serve as the chair of Communication and World Languages.  In my position, I oversee instruction for courses in the areas of Communication, ASL, French, Journalism, and Spanish.  I also

Women’s Medical Respite plans first Annual Fundraiser Celebration Event

Springfield, MO—Women’s Medical Respite: Recuperative Care for Medically Fragile Unsheltered Women invites you to our First Annual Fundraising Celebration: Rising Up to Build Healthy Lives. This event held at Pythian Castle promises to be an afternoon of entertainment and enjoyment, with music by Brecka Henderson and The Melody Room and

From Kickboxing Champion to Trainer & Mentor

Roni Lewis started boxing at the age of nine, inspired by his older brother. Lewis fell in love with the sport and pursued it for 33 years, turning professional at the age of twenty-one. He fought in locations such as Oklahoma and Las Vegas, achieving a world ranking of 13th

Lincoln Music

By: Joan Hampton-Porter Curator History Museum on the Square There was a long history of music education in the schools once designated for Black Springfieldians. The crown jewel of the music program was the New Lincoln band (1946-1955). The development of the band was built on a strong tradition of

Sade Shine stars in a tribute to the Queens of Soul

BRANSON, MO – Get ready for a soulful extravaganza that will take you on a journey through the incredible lives and music of some of the greatest vocalists of all time! “Queens of Soul” is the latest and most highly anticipated show in Branson, and it’s set to grace the

A Guide to Disputing a Credit Report

By Mahalia Boyd, UniteNews Contributing Writer   This is just what you need to add to your, “To Do List.” By regularly checking your credit bureau report, you can monitor your financial health and overall well-being. Your credit report serves as a comprehensive record of your credit history. It is

How Parents Can Help Overcome the Pandemic Learning Loss

By Gwen Marshall, UniteNews Contributing Writer   The years of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the disruption of learning is coming into focus and the picture is sobering.  We are looking at national statistics that indicate that COVID-19 has left us with some serious educational gaps.  According to

Embracing the Autumn Season With Thankfulness

By Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer   As the leaves begin to change colors and the air becomes crisp, fall provides a perfect backdrop for reflection and gratitude. The season encourages us to slow down and savor life’s simple pleasures, cultivating a sense of thankfulness for all that is good

Great leaders look for opportunities to change, evolve, adapt

By Nicki Donnelson UniteNews Contributing Writer   They say the only constant is change, and for us, that’s exciting. Being that efactory serves startups, entrepreneurs, and employers across the region, we are surrounded by people looking to approach the world differently. In addition to helping startups, we’ve served local companies

How Well Do You Know Dr. Kimberly Berry

Reprinted from the Ozarks Technical Community College Employee Newsletter Describe what you do at OTC in 50 words or less. I serve as the chair of Communication and World Languages.  In my position, I oversee instruction for courses in the areas of Communication, ASL, French, Journalism, and Spanish.  I also

Women’s Medical Respite plans first Annual Fundraiser Celebration Event

Springfield, MO—Women’s Medical Respite: Recuperative Care for Medically Fragile Unsheltered Women invites you to our First Annual Fundraising Celebration: Rising Up to Build Healthy Lives. This event held at Pythian Castle promises to be an afternoon of entertainment and enjoyment, with music by Brecka Henderson and The Melody Room and

From Kickboxing Champion to Trainer & Mentor

Roni Lewis started boxing at the age of nine, inspired by his older brother. Lewis fell in love with the sport and pursued it for 33 years, turning professional at the age of twenty-one. He fought in locations such as Oklahoma and Las Vegas, achieving a world ranking of 13th

Lincoln Music

By: Joan Hampton-Porter Curator History Museum on the Square There was a long history of music education in the schools once designated for Black Springfieldians. The crown jewel of the music program was the New Lincoln band (1946-1955). The development of the band was built on a strong tradition of