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Focusing on Policies and Creating Systems That Serve Everyone

By Samuel G. Knox  | UniteNews Staff Writer Balancing a career in public service, healthcare, and community leadership is no small feat. With a rich educational background and a career rooted in advocacy, Heather Hardinger is making waves in Springfield as both the Director of the Office of Consumer Experience

A Journey of Purpose, and Community Impact

By Samuel G. Knox | UniteNews Staff Writer When it comes to blending professional success with meaningful community impact, few individuals embody this balance as seamlessly as Monica Horton. With a rich educational background, a fulfilling career in social services, and a deep commitment to civic engagement, her story is

Investing in Yourself: How Upskilling Can Unlock Your Career Potential

By Nicki Donnelson, efactory In today’s rapidly evolving job market, continuous learning is no longer just an advantage. It’s a necessity. Investing in your professional development is crucial for career growth, increased earning potential and greater job satisfaction. Enter efactory: A hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, it offers a variety

Protect Your Kidneys: A Critical Health Issue for Black and Brown Communities

March is National Kidney Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health, especially within Black and Brown communities, as we face a significantly higher risk of kidney disease. Your kidneys play a vital role in wellness by filtering waste, balancing fluids, and regulating blood pressure. Many people of

Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Collaborative

Our community has united to increase gun safety and reduce gun violence! The Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Collaborative in Springfield, Missouri is a community-driven effort to address gun safety and gun  violence, which includes a focus on suicide prevention. Led by Clay Goddard and Francine Pratt, the collaborative involves

Crosstown Barbecue: A Small Business with Heart (1970-present)

By By Joan Hampton-Porter Curator, The History Museum on the Square In 1970, Jesse Williams (1921-1997), a WWII veteran and a resident of Kansas City, opened Crosstown Barbecue. At the time, he owned a K.C. mattress factory and previously had his own excavating company before needing to slow down due

Shirley—Remembering a Trailblazer

Shirley, following Shirley Chisholm’s historic run for president, has landed on Netflix. The biopic is a 15 year passion project between sisters Regina King (If Beale Street Could Talk) and Reina King (To Sleep with Anger). Boasting a 74% on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has been well received thanks to

DDG takes custody pains with Halle Bailey to social media

Breakups are never easy—especially when a child is involved. Six months after DDG and Halle Bailey announced their split, tensions between the exes have seemingly escalated over custody arrangements for their son, Halo. The YouTuber and rapper took to X to share his frustrations with his 1.3 million followers in

Focusing on Policies and Creating Systems That Serve Everyone

By Samuel G. Knox  | UniteNews Staff Writer Balancing a career in public service, healthcare, and community leadership is no small feat. With a rich educational background and a career rooted in advocacy, Heather Hardinger is making waves in Springfield as both the Director of the Office of Consumer Experience

A Journey of Purpose, and Community Impact

By Samuel G. Knox | UniteNews Staff Writer When it comes to blending professional success with meaningful community impact, few individuals embody this balance as seamlessly as Monica Horton. With a rich educational background, a fulfilling career in social services, and a deep commitment to civic engagement, her story is

Investing in Yourself: How Upskilling Can Unlock Your Career Potential

By Nicki Donnelson, efactory In today’s rapidly evolving job market, continuous learning is no longer just an advantage. It’s a necessity. Investing in your professional development is crucial for career growth, increased earning potential and greater job satisfaction. Enter efactory: A hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, it offers a variety

Protect Your Kidneys: A Critical Health Issue for Black and Brown Communities

March is National Kidney Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health, especially within Black and Brown communities, as we face a significantly higher risk of kidney disease. Your kidneys play a vital role in wellness by filtering waste, balancing fluids, and regulating blood pressure. Many people of

Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Collaborative

Our community has united to increase gun safety and reduce gun violence! The Gun Safety and Violence Reduction Collaborative in Springfield, Missouri is a community-driven effort to address gun safety and gun  violence, which includes a focus on suicide prevention. Led by Clay Goddard and Francine Pratt, the collaborative involves

Crosstown Barbecue: A Small Business with Heart (1970-present)

By By Joan Hampton-Porter Curator, The History Museum on the Square In 1970, Jesse Williams (1921-1997), a WWII veteran and a resident of Kansas City, opened Crosstown Barbecue. At the time, he owned a K.C. mattress factory and previously had his own excavating company before needing to slow down due

Shirley—Remembering a Trailblazer

Shirley, following Shirley Chisholm’s historic run for president, has landed on Netflix. The biopic is a 15 year passion project between sisters Regina King (If Beale Street Could Talk) and Reina King (To Sleep with Anger). Boasting a 74% on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has been well received thanks to

DDG takes custody pains with Halle Bailey to social media

Breakups are never easy—especially when a child is involved. Six months after DDG and Halle Bailey announced their split, tensions between the exes have seemingly escalated over custody arrangements for their son, Halo. The YouTuber and rapper took to X to share his frustrations with his 1.3 million followers in