By Nicki Donnelson | efactory In the heart of Southern Missouri, a quiet revolution is underway. A network of dedicated partners, driven by a shared vision, is rewriting the narrative of opportunity for Missourians living outside major metropolitan areas. The Southern Missouri Innovation Network, Innovate SOMO, born from a collective

By Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Spring is more than just a change in weather- it’s a call to reset, realign, and restore. For many of us who juggle the demands of work, family, and health challenges, spring offers a powerful opportunity to reclaim our wellness with a true transformation

By Gwen Marshall, UniteNews Contributing Writer On behalf of Springfield Public Schools Office of Student Access and Opportunity and the Springfield community we would like to congratulate all of the 2025 graduates for accomplishing their goal. Earning a high school degree shows your tenacious character and determination. As you embark

By Drs. Ron and Cicely Woodard It would be absurd to think that a happy marriage is one where both parties agree on everything. Honestly, this isn’t realistic. You can expect to have disagreements and disputes from time to time. Here are a few tips to help bring harmony and

My name is Eli Saenz, and I am honored to work alongside Anita King, whose son, Deverin King, inspires a movement of hope and opportunity in Springfield, MO. Deverin’s life, though tragically cut short in March 2023, continues to make a difference for children in our community through the legacy

When we talk about Mom, we’re really talking about the heart and soul of our family. As her husband, I see her balancing work, home, and everything in between with a grace that amazes me every day. Whether she’s leading a meeting at work, helping the kids with homework, or

By Joan Hampton-Porter, Curator, The History Museum on the Square Brothers James (1852-1929) and Burton Hardrick (1854-1914) began Hardrick Brothers Grocery about 1884 in the 200 block of St. Louis Street, as it is listed in the 1884-1885 Springfield City Directory. Usually there was a notation indicating a Black person

The 1984 Central High School Girls Basketball team, a group that made history over four decades ago, has been officially inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Their recognition comes as part of a celebration that highlights not only their championship season but also their enduring legacy in Missouri

Edgar “Rock” Hagens’ journey is one of resilience and transformation. After years of battling heroin addiction and serving a seven-year prison sentence for shoplifting, Rock has turned his life around and is now celebrating two decades of sobriety and business success in Springfield, Missouri. Originally from St. Louis, Rock faced

Preserving the history and culture of the Ozarks is the charge of the Springfield-Greene County Library’s Local History & Genealogy Department. Throughout May, stop by to experience stories of people, places and events that have shaped the region and discover how those stories are being preserved and shared.  For the