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Embracing the Autumn Season With Thankfulness

By Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer   As the leaves begin to change colors and the air becomes crisp, fall provides a perfect backdrop for reflection and gratitude. The season encourages us to slow down and savor life’s simple pleasures, cultivating a sense of thankfulness for all that is good

Great leaders look for opportunities to change, evolve, adapt

By Nicki Donnelson UniteNews Contributing Writer   They say the only constant is change, and for us, that’s exciting. Being that efactory serves startups, entrepreneurs, and employers across the region, we are surrounded by people looking to approach the world differently. In addition to helping startups, we’ve served local companies

Women’s Medical Respite plans first Annual Fundraiser Celebration Event

Springfield, MO—Women’s Medical Respite: Recuperative Care for Medically Fragile Unsheltered Women invites you to our First Annual Fundraising Celebration: Rising Up to Build Healthy Lives. This event held at Pythian Castle promises to be an afternoon of entertainment and enjoyment, with music by Brecka Henderson and The Melody Room and

From Kickboxing Champion to Trainer & Mentor

Roni Lewis started boxing at the age of nine, inspired by his older brother. Lewis fell in love with the sport and pursued it for 33 years, turning professional at the age of twenty-one. He fought in locations such as Oklahoma and Las Vegas, achieving a world ranking of 13th

Lincoln Music

By: Joan Hampton-Porter Curator History Museum on the Square There was a long history of music education in the schools once designated for Black Springfieldians. The crown jewel of the music program was the New Lincoln band (1946-1955). The development of the band was built on a strong tradition of

Visit the Holiday Store Where Kids Can Afford to Shop!

Kids love giving holiday gifts that they’ve bought all by themselves, and they can find the perfect gifts – and kid-friendly prices – for family, friends and teachers at the Library’s annual Holiday Store. The Between Friends Gift Shop staffers have stocked special holiday stores with useful and fun items

Unite Publisher is a finalist for Ozzie

Springfield, MO—Samuel Knox, president of Unite of SWMO, Inc. has been nominated and chosen as one of three finalists for the Arts Ambassador Award given by The Springfield Regional Arts Council. This award highlights an individual or team that has taken an active role in building a sustainable and thriving

Navigating the World of Health Insurance

by Maria Ramsdell UniteNews Contributing Writer   Springfield, MO—Navigating the world of health insurance can be a daunting task. Insurance brokers are licensed with multiple insurance carriers and can help take the confusion out of finding a health plan. I have detailed conversations with clients to find plans that fit

A Roadmap to Eradicating Credit-Card Debt

by Mahalia Boyd, UniteNews Contributing Writer   Springfield, MO—Credit cards are one of the most common financial products in our country, providing the bulk of short-term credit for families. Interest rates on credit cards have risen substantially. According to a recent article on the consumerfinance.gov website, the average interest rates

Embracing the Autumn Season With Thankfulness

By Melesha Bailey, UniteNews Contributing Writer   As the leaves begin to change colors and the air becomes crisp, fall provides a perfect backdrop for reflection and gratitude. The season encourages us to slow down and savor life’s simple pleasures, cultivating a sense of thankfulness for all that is good

Great leaders look for opportunities to change, evolve, adapt

By Nicki Donnelson UniteNews Contributing Writer   They say the only constant is change, and for us, that’s exciting. Being that efactory serves startups, entrepreneurs, and employers across the region, we are surrounded by people looking to approach the world differently. In addition to helping startups, we’ve served local companies

Women’s Medical Respite plans first Annual Fundraiser Celebration Event

Springfield, MO—Women’s Medical Respite: Recuperative Care for Medically Fragile Unsheltered Women invites you to our First Annual Fundraising Celebration: Rising Up to Build Healthy Lives. This event held at Pythian Castle promises to be an afternoon of entertainment and enjoyment, with music by Brecka Henderson and The Melody Room and

From Kickboxing Champion to Trainer & Mentor

Roni Lewis started boxing at the age of nine, inspired by his older brother. Lewis fell in love with the sport and pursued it for 33 years, turning professional at the age of twenty-one. He fought in locations such as Oklahoma and Las Vegas, achieving a world ranking of 13th

Lincoln Music

By: Joan Hampton-Porter Curator History Museum on the Square There was a long history of music education in the schools once designated for Black Springfieldians. The crown jewel of the music program was the New Lincoln band (1946-1955). The development of the band was built on a strong tradition of

Visit the Holiday Store Where Kids Can Afford to Shop!

Kids love giving holiday gifts that they’ve bought all by themselves, and they can find the perfect gifts – and kid-friendly prices – for family, friends and teachers at the Library’s annual Holiday Store. The Between Friends Gift Shop staffers have stocked special holiday stores with useful and fun items

Unite Publisher is a finalist for Ozzie

Springfield, MO—Samuel Knox, president of Unite of SWMO, Inc. has been nominated and chosen as one of three finalists for the Arts Ambassador Award given by The Springfield Regional Arts Council. This award highlights an individual or team that has taken an active role in building a sustainable and thriving

Navigating the World of Health Insurance

by Maria Ramsdell UniteNews Contributing Writer   Springfield, MO—Navigating the world of health insurance can be a daunting task. Insurance brokers are licensed with multiple insurance carriers and can help take the confusion out of finding a health plan. I have detailed conversations with clients to find plans that fit

A Roadmap to Eradicating Credit-Card Debt

by Mahalia Boyd, UniteNews Contributing Writer   Springfield, MO—Credit cards are one of the most common financial products in our country, providing the bulk of short-term credit for families. Interest rates on credit cards have risen substantially. According to a recent article on the consumerfinance.gov website, the average interest rates