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By Samuel Knox, UniteNews Staff Writer For over two decades, Springfield’s Black History Summer Academy has been a beacon of education and empowerment, offering a week-long deep dive into African American studies. Held on the grounds of Drury University’s Lay Hall, located at 900 N Benton Ave, this annual event
By Paige Paxton UniteNews Contributing Writer Who is Gen Z? What do they need to make sure their professional lives are fulfilling in the Ozarks? These questions drive Jonathan Bell, CEO and founder of Bells Marketing Consultants. He aims to make southwest Missouri a place that Gen Z wants to
Samuel Knox UniteNews Staff Writer In the heart of the American Midwest lies a story of cultural heritage and community resilience that bridges the gap between two communities. Boley, Oklahoma is home to the nation’s oldest African American community-based rodeos in the country. It is a celebration of local citizens
Written by: Joan Hampton-Porter, Curator The History Museum on the Square Walter Majors, a Spanish American War veteran, built the first car made in Springfield in 1901. When he drove it around the Public Square, he was given a fine of $1.00 for going too fast. At that time Springfield
Join us in May for a wide variety of interesting programs for all ages. Here is just a sample: Free Comic Book Day Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for families with kids K-12 at the Library Station. Celebrate Comic Book Day in this annual event with themed activities and
Excerpted from Acquisitional Wealth, copyright © 2024 by Josh Tolley. Reprinted with permission from Matt Holt Books, an imprint of BenBella Books, Inc. All rights reserved. How are you going to actually pay for a business acquisition? There are really two elements to this question: 1. How are you going
“I’ve got a gut feeling about it.” “She has incredible instincts.” “I just get a bad vibe from that guy.” Feelings, a sixth sense, a hunch or just vibes—whatever you want to call it—at some point throughout our lives, we all use our intuition. What if we told you that
Starting a business can be intimidating, but opening a franchise can make the process a little easier for would-be entrepreneurs. These tried-and-true business opportunities come with more support and greater brand recognition, as well as economies of scale. If you’re hoping to start a business this year, these are some
Friendships are one of the most important relationships that a person can have. Our friends bring a lot to the table, including helping us live richer lives and offering social support through good and bad times. But sometimes, friends grow apart over time and friendships end. This can be for
People in their 60s often face the decades in two parts: the run-up to retirement and retirement itself. Although retirement may have a date on the human resources calendar, it can—and perhaps should—involve years of transition. To navigate both phases of this important decade, here are the biggest financial mistakes
By Samuel Knox, UniteNews Staff Writer For over two decades, Springfield’s Black History Summer Academy has been a beacon of education and empowerment, offering a week-long deep dive into African American studies. Held on the grounds of Drury University’s Lay Hall, located at 900 N Benton Ave, this annual event
By Paige Paxton UniteNews Contributing Writer Who is Gen Z? What do they need to make sure their professional lives are fulfilling in the Ozarks? These questions drive Jonathan Bell, CEO and founder of Bells Marketing Consultants. He aims to make southwest Missouri a place that Gen Z wants to
Samuel Knox UniteNews Staff Writer In the heart of the American Midwest lies a story of cultural heritage and community resilience that bridges the gap between two communities. Boley, Oklahoma is home to the nation’s oldest African American community-based rodeos in the country. It is a celebration of local citizens
Written by: Joan Hampton-Porter, Curator The History Museum on the Square Walter Majors, a Spanish American War veteran, built the first car made in Springfield in 1901. When he drove it around the Public Square, he was given a fine of $1.00 for going too fast. At that time Springfield
Join us in May for a wide variety of interesting programs for all ages. Here is just a sample: Free Comic Book Day Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for families with kids K-12 at the Library Station. Celebrate Comic Book Day in this annual event with themed activities and
Excerpted from Acquisitional Wealth, copyright © 2024 by Josh Tolley. Reprinted with permission from Matt Holt Books, an imprint of BenBella Books, Inc. All rights reserved. How are you going to actually pay for a business acquisition? There are really two elements to this question: 1. How are you going
“I’ve got a gut feeling about it.” “She has incredible instincts.” “I just get a bad vibe from that guy.” Feelings, a sixth sense, a hunch or just vibes—whatever you want to call it—at some point throughout our lives, we all use our intuition. What if we told you that
Starting a business can be intimidating, but opening a franchise can make the process a little easier for would-be entrepreneurs. These tried-and-true business opportunities come with more support and greater brand recognition, as well as economies of scale. If you’re hoping to start a business this year, these are some
Friendships are one of the most important relationships that a person can have. Our friends bring a lot to the table, including helping us live richer lives and offering social support through good and bad times. But sometimes, friends grow apart over time and friendships end. This can be for
People in their 60s often face the decades in two parts: the run-up to retirement and retirement itself. Although retirement may have a date on the human resources calendar, it can—and perhaps should—involve years of transition. To navigate both phases of this important decade, here are the biggest financial mistakes
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