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Everything from concert memories to gardening tips to a Storywalk® At The Library

The Springfield-Greene County Library still has excellent free activities as the summer winds down. You can enjoy everything from concert memories to gardening tips to a Storywalk® in August. Be sure to check thelibrary.org/programs or the Bookends magazine for free, family-friendly activities. Consider downloading our mobile app to have information

Are Adult Children Obligated to Care for Aging Family?

Springfield, MO— As I meet families during my consultations the one emotional topic that usually gets brought up is aging parents voicing that it’s their children’s responsibility to care for them as long as they can. This topic usually is brought up when there is already a negative family dynamic

July is Cord Blood Awareness Month

Springfield, MO— July is Cord Blood Awareness Month, established by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. Cord blood is collected from the umbilical cord and placenta after a healthy baby is born. Cord blood banks stores and preserves newborn stem cells found in the blood of the umbilical

Men’s Wellness Summit facilitates conversation on health topics

Springfield, MO—In a community gathering last month, the SpringMO Black Wellness group orchestrated an empowering event specifically tailored for black men. With the resonant theme “Men On The Move: Stronger, Wiser, and Better,” this transformative occasion delved into crucial aspects of self-care, personal finance, and relationship dynamics, including marriage enrichment.

Queen City Soul Kitchen opens at 14 Mill Market: Nixa’s Food Hall

Nixa, MO—After months of anticipation, 14 Mill Market has finally opened its doors. With ten unique restaurants housed within its walls, this food hall is set to become a culinary destination for residents and visitors alike. Nixa residents are in for a treat with the arrival of Queen City Soul

Be careful when using Open AI ChatGPT. It may not tell the truth

Springfield, MO—ChatGPT is all the rage. Just register with OpenAI, its parent company, and you can talk with ChatGPT just like it’s your long-lost cousin. You can ask it for facts, figures, Father’s Day gift suggestions, and who you think will win the World Series.  Anything. And sometimes it’s helpful. 

MSU recognizes Mark Dixon’s dedication to community

Alumnus’ life is dedicated to “teaching and preaching, community work and helping people” Mark Dixon, who was first a student in the late 1970s and early ’80s, left before earning a degree. He went on to become a Springfield community leader and champion for local Black history. In 2010, he

80th Carver Day Celebration at Carver National Monument

Diamond, MO— George Washington Carver National Monument is pleased to announce the park’s annual Carver Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, July 8, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., celebrating the life of George Washington Carver and the establishment of the national monument in his honor. This year

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.,

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

Everything from concert memories to gardening tips to a Storywalk® At The Library

The Springfield-Greene County Library still has excellent free activities as the summer winds down. You can enjoy everything from concert memories to gardening tips to a Storywalk® in August. Be sure to check thelibrary.org/programs or the Bookends magazine for free, family-friendly activities. Consider downloading our mobile app to have information

Are Adult Children Obligated to Care for Aging Family?

Springfield, MO— As I meet families during my consultations the one emotional topic that usually gets brought up is aging parents voicing that it’s their children’s responsibility to care for them as long as they can. This topic usually is brought up when there is already a negative family dynamic

July is Cord Blood Awareness Month

Springfield, MO— July is Cord Blood Awareness Month, established by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. Cord blood is collected from the umbilical cord and placenta after a healthy baby is born. Cord blood banks stores and preserves newborn stem cells found in the blood of the umbilical

Men’s Wellness Summit facilitates conversation on health topics

Springfield, MO—In a community gathering last month, the SpringMO Black Wellness group orchestrated an empowering event specifically tailored for black men. With the resonant theme “Men On The Move: Stronger, Wiser, and Better,” this transformative occasion delved into crucial aspects of self-care, personal finance, and relationship dynamics, including marriage enrichment.

Queen City Soul Kitchen opens at 14 Mill Market: Nixa’s Food Hall

Nixa, MO—After months of anticipation, 14 Mill Market has finally opened its doors. With ten unique restaurants housed within its walls, this food hall is set to become a culinary destination for residents and visitors alike. Nixa residents are in for a treat with the arrival of Queen City Soul

Be careful when using Open AI ChatGPT. It may not tell the truth

Springfield, MO—ChatGPT is all the rage. Just register with OpenAI, its parent company, and you can talk with ChatGPT just like it’s your long-lost cousin. You can ask it for facts, figures, Father’s Day gift suggestions, and who you think will win the World Series.  Anything. And sometimes it’s helpful. 

MSU recognizes Mark Dixon’s dedication to community

Alumnus’ life is dedicated to “teaching and preaching, community work and helping people” Mark Dixon, who was first a student in the late 1970s and early ’80s, left before earning a degree. He went on to become a Springfield community leader and champion for local Black history. In 2010, he

80th Carver Day Celebration at Carver National Monument

Diamond, MO— George Washington Carver National Monument is pleased to announce the park’s annual Carver Day Celebration to be held on Saturday, July 8, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., celebrating the life of George Washington Carver and the establishment of the national monument in his honor. This year

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.,

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