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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

No quick fix for those struggling to staff their companies

Springfield, MO—For some time now, many businesses have struggled to staff their companies. Both large and small businesses are struggling to fill and retain job vacancies. There is a lot of speculation as to the cause of this. From the effects of COVID, to a mass number of retirements, lack

Pick up an “I Too Am America” passport

In honor of Juneteenth, take a cultural tour of the African American community. Beginning June 3, pick up an “I Too Am America” passport at any Springfield Greene County Library or at Barnes & Noble, 3055 S. Glenstone, to guide you as you explore African American timeline history and learn

2023 Springfield Juneteenth Celebration

Springfield, MO— A city-wide Juneteenth Celebration weekend will start on Friday, June 16. at the Springfield Art Museum featuring The Living History Actors and Milly Project Performance. The History Actors starts at 5:00 pm and the Milly Project Performance is at 6:00 pm. These events are free to the public

Fundraiser to support A Girl Like Me Network

Springfield, MO—Join us for the 2nd Annual Women of Excellence Tea and Lunch fundraiser—an event you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the Drew Lewis Foundation located at The Fairbanks, 1126 N. Broadway Ave. Due to the

Omega Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Adopt-A-Street

Springfield, MO—The Omega Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® asks that you join them on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. for their triannual Adopt-A-Street Clean Up. Meet us on Sherman Avenue (between Central St. and Division St.). This community service project is directly aligned

SAAB City Wide Awards Reception Celebrates Students and Supporters

Springfield, MO—On April 26, SAAB (formerly known as Student African American Brotherhood) hosted their highly anticipated third annual SAAB City Wide Awards Reception at the Kickapoo High School cafeteria. This event was a resounding success, with distinguished individuals such as Dr. Grenita Lathan and various SAAB Ambassador Council Members including;

Why does “diversity” strike so much fear in the hearts of so many?

by Darline Mabins, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO—According to the Oxford Dictionary, there are two definitions of the word diversity. The first is: “the state of being diverse; variety”. The second is: “the practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds

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

No quick fix for those struggling to staff their companies

Springfield, MO—For some time now, many businesses have struggled to staff their companies. Both large and small businesses are struggling to fill and retain job vacancies. There is a lot of speculation as to the cause of this. From the effects of COVID, to a mass number of retirements, lack

Pick up an “I Too Am America” passport

In honor of Juneteenth, take a cultural tour of the African American community. Beginning June 3, pick up an “I Too Am America” passport at any Springfield Greene County Library or at Barnes & Noble, 3055 S. Glenstone, to guide you as you explore African American timeline history and learn

2023 Springfield Juneteenth Celebration

Springfield, MO— A city-wide Juneteenth Celebration weekend will start on Friday, June 16. at the Springfield Art Museum featuring The Living History Actors and Milly Project Performance. The History Actors starts at 5:00 pm and the Milly Project Performance is at 6:00 pm. These events are free to the public

Fundraiser to support A Girl Like Me Network

Springfield, MO—Join us for the 2nd Annual Women of Excellence Tea and Lunch fundraiser—an event you won’t want to miss! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the Drew Lewis Foundation located at The Fairbanks, 1126 N. Broadway Ave. Due to the

Omega Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Adopt-A-Street

Springfield, MO—The Omega Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® asks that you join them on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. for their triannual Adopt-A-Street Clean Up. Meet us on Sherman Avenue (between Central St. and Division St.). This community service project is directly aligned

SAAB City Wide Awards Reception Celebrates Students and Supporters

Springfield, MO—On April 26, SAAB (formerly known as Student African American Brotherhood) hosted their highly anticipated third annual SAAB City Wide Awards Reception at the Kickapoo High School cafeteria. This event was a resounding success, with distinguished individuals such as Dr. Grenita Lathan and various SAAB Ambassador Council Members including;

Why does “diversity” strike so much fear in the hearts of so many?

by Darline Mabins, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO—According to the Oxford Dictionary, there are two definitions of the word diversity. The first is: “the state of being diverse; variety”. The second is: “the practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds