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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.

Lack of Communication is #1 Lawsuit in Senior Living Communities

Springfield, MO— During the years I was a licensed long-term care administrator, I was required to attend several state and national conferences for my continued education and licensure. One of the subjects that was consistently presented to administrators, directors of nursing, and administration staff by attorneys was the lack of

Men’s health and wellness summit on June 10th

Springfield, MO— The Men’s Impact Summit, co-sponsored by the SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative, UniteNews Publication, Springfield NAACP, and the E-Factory, invites men from all walks of life to come together for a day of empowerment. With the theme “Men on The Move: Stronger, Wiser, and Better,” this free community event

 Can Self-Sufficiency Be a Double-Edged Sword?

by Jacqueline Jadidian, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— Self-sufficiency is described as the ability to provide for one’s needs without outside aide. Many facets of our society promote self-sufficiency, such as social media and entertainment, family values, religion and/or spirituality, Corporate America mindset, sports teams, etc. As everything in life

The Hidden Secret

by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a time to raise awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues and to help reduce the stigma many experience. Mental health is at the forefront of today’s topics. As a result, many people

Women’s health and wellness summit in May

Springfield, MO— The SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative, in collaboration with the Springfield NAACP, is proud to announce its upcoming Health and Wellness Summit on May 20th, 2023. The summit will take place at the Robert Plaster Free Enterprise Center located at 405 N Jefferson Ave. in Springfield, MO. The event

Savvy Smart Grocery Shopping

by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— Everyone eats. Whether you eat out or cook, eventually, you have to brave the aisles of a grocery store, and with the price of food these days, it can be frustrating. Food prices have increased by 7.9% as prices fall, but not

Jasmine Hutchinson was awarded Co-worker of the month at Mercy

Springfield, MO—From time to time the Unite News staff will come across a person who has been recognized for their outstanding achievements. In January 2023, we learned that Jasmine Hutchinson was awarded Co-worker of the month at Mercy Neuroscience. She was nominated by her co-workers who said, “Jasmine is an

Black pastors lend their support to local health and wellness program

Springfield, MO— Area black pastors were called upon to help spread the message about the importance of taking care of your health. Thirteen pastors representing predominantly black congregations in the Springfield area were called together on a Saturday morning to hear about the SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative. The initiative is

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.

Lack of Communication is #1 Lawsuit in Senior Living Communities

Springfield, MO— During the years I was a licensed long-term care administrator, I was required to attend several state and national conferences for my continued education and licensure. One of the subjects that was consistently presented to administrators, directors of nursing, and administration staff by attorneys was the lack of

Men’s health and wellness summit on June 10th

Springfield, MO— The Men’s Impact Summit, co-sponsored by the SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative, UniteNews Publication, Springfield NAACP, and the E-Factory, invites men from all walks of life to come together for a day of empowerment. With the theme “Men on The Move: Stronger, Wiser, and Better,” this free community event

 Can Self-Sufficiency Be a Double-Edged Sword?

by Jacqueline Jadidian, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— Self-sufficiency is described as the ability to provide for one’s needs without outside aide. Many facets of our society promote self-sufficiency, such as social media and entertainment, family values, religion and/or spirituality, Corporate America mindset, sports teams, etc. As everything in life

The Hidden Secret

by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a time to raise awareness of those living with mental or behavioral health issues and to help reduce the stigma many experience. Mental health is at the forefront of today’s topics. As a result, many people

Women’s health and wellness summit in May

Springfield, MO— The SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative, in collaboration with the Springfield NAACP, is proud to announce its upcoming Health and Wellness Summit on May 20th, 2023. The summit will take place at the Robert Plaster Free Enterprise Center located at 405 N Jefferson Ave. in Springfield, MO. The event

Savvy Smart Grocery Shopping

by Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer Springfield, MO— Everyone eats. Whether you eat out or cook, eventually, you have to brave the aisles of a grocery store, and with the price of food these days, it can be frustrating. Food prices have increased by 7.9% as prices fall, but not

Jasmine Hutchinson was awarded Co-worker of the month at Mercy

Springfield, MO—From time to time the Unite News staff will come across a person who has been recognized for their outstanding achievements. In January 2023, we learned that Jasmine Hutchinson was awarded Co-worker of the month at Mercy Neuroscience. She was nominated by her co-workers who said, “Jasmine is an

Black pastors lend their support to local health and wellness program

Springfield, MO— Area black pastors were called upon to help spread the message about the importance of taking care of your health. Thirteen pastors representing predominantly black congregations in the Springfield area were called together on a Saturday morning to hear about the SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative. The initiative is