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When Sadie, a 52-year-old mother of three, found a small lump in her breast, she almost ignored it due to her busy life caring for her aged parents and her family. After finally scheduling a mammogram, she learned that she had breast cancer. Thankfully, it was caught early, and after
By Francine Pratt Firearms are the leading cause of death for children ages 1 -19 and adults under age 25. CoxHealth’s data shows they cared for an average of 36 accidental injuries mainly caused by hunting accidents and children playing with firearms. They provided care for an average of three
By Samuel KnoxThe 10th Annual Unity on Division St. celebration is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.at 1900 W. Nichols St. in Nichols Park. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public.Event organizer Steve Williams says this year’s theme is: “Uniting all people under the
By Katherine Proctor Helping small business owners and entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses locally is the focus of the second annual SGF Business Lab on October 15 at the efactory’s Jay Wasson Idea Loft. This half day workshop-style event helps entrepreneurs turn their idea into reality by providing practical
By Samuel KnoxComedian DeAbre Triplett—better known as Sugah-Man—has been making audiences laugh for nearly 25 years. After taking a break from the stage due to health challenges and other personal matters, he’s now back and ready to shake up the comedy scene in Springfield.“I’ve noticed that Springfield has a different vibe
On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, history came alive in downtown Springfield as community members, local leaders, and advocates gathered to honor the legacy of Milly Sawyers with the unveiling of the latest marker on the Springfield-Greene County African-American Heritage Trail. The ceremony, held at the corner of Boonville and Water
Each September, our nation observes National Recovery Month—a time to raise awareness about substance use disorder (SUD), celebrate the achievements of those in recovery, and highlight the availability of treatment and support services.As someone who has walked the recovery journey myself—and who has served as a treatment counselor for more than
By Melesha Bailey September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a disease that affects millions of men and disproportionately impacts Black men. The urgency of this issue is underscored by the fact that black males face a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, being diagnosed at a later stage, and dying
By Rachel Munday Downtown Springfield is about to come alive with the sound of jazz. On Saturday, September 27, the Downtown Jazz Takeover will transform the city center into an all-day music experience, featuring performances across multiple stages and venues. From free concerts to a show at the Gillioz Center
By Drs. Ron and Cicely Woodard As we prepare to take our oldest son back to Morehouse College for his second year, I have been reflecting on the impact that college has had on him as a person. After just nine months on a college campus, Jonathan came back with
When Sadie, a 52-year-old mother of three, found a small lump in her breast, she almost ignored it due to her busy life caring for her aged parents and her family. After finally scheduling a mammogram, she learned that she had breast cancer. Thankfully, it was caught early, and after
By Francine Pratt Firearms are the leading cause of death for children ages 1 -19 and adults under age 25. CoxHealth’s data shows they cared for an average of 36 accidental injuries mainly caused by hunting accidents and children playing with firearms. They provided care for an average of three
By Samuel KnoxThe 10th Annual Unity on Division St. celebration is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.at 1900 W. Nichols St. in Nichols Park. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public.Event organizer Steve Williams says this year’s theme is: “Uniting all people under the
By Katherine Proctor Helping small business owners and entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses locally is the focus of the second annual SGF Business Lab on October 15 at the efactory’s Jay Wasson Idea Loft. This half day workshop-style event helps entrepreneurs turn their idea into reality by providing practical
By Samuel KnoxComedian DeAbre Triplett—better known as Sugah-Man—has been making audiences laugh for nearly 25 years. After taking a break from the stage due to health challenges and other personal matters, he’s now back and ready to shake up the comedy scene in Springfield.“I’ve noticed that Springfield has a different vibe
On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, history came alive in downtown Springfield as community members, local leaders, and advocates gathered to honor the legacy of Milly Sawyers with the unveiling of the latest marker on the Springfield-Greene County African-American Heritage Trail. The ceremony, held at the corner of Boonville and Water
Each September, our nation observes National Recovery Month—a time to raise awareness about substance use disorder (SUD), celebrate the achievements of those in recovery, and highlight the availability of treatment and support services.As someone who has walked the recovery journey myself—and who has served as a treatment counselor for more than
By Melesha Bailey September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a disease that affects millions of men and disproportionately impacts Black men. The urgency of this issue is underscored by the fact that black males face a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, being diagnosed at a later stage, and dying
By Rachel Munday Downtown Springfield is about to come alive with the sound of jazz. On Saturday, September 27, the Downtown Jazz Takeover will transform the city center into an all-day music experience, featuring performances across multiple stages and venues. From free concerts to a show at the Gillioz Center
By Drs. Ron and Cicely Woodard As we prepare to take our oldest son back to Morehouse College for his second year, I have been reflecting on the impact that college has had on him as a person. After just nine months on a college campus, Jonathan came back with