Register for our kickoff of the first phase of the SpringMo Black Wellness Initiative
Do you dream of inspiring and guiding others? Do you envision yourself navigating the complexities of leadership with confidence and skill? If so, then your journey starts by equipping yourself with the right tools. As a home base for business support and talent development in Missouri, efactory understands the dynamic
People often question why Black History Month happens in February, the shortest month in the calendar year. Black History Month is celebrated in February because it coincides with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, two prominent figures in American history who played significant roles in ending slavery. Historian
Caroline Boone Berry (1850-1914) and her husband William Berry (1848-1917) established the Berry Cemetery around 1880. The cemetery is still actively being used. Its website makes the strong argument that it is the oldest cemetery for and continuously owned by Black people in Greene County and likely the region. It
26th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest for Kids and Teens in Grades K-12 Pick up an entry form at any Springfield-Greene County Library or the Mobile Library, or download one at thelibrary.org/bookmarks beginning February 1, and return it by March 22. Digital submissions can be sent to imagine@thelibrary.org. Winners and runners-up will
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “family” as “the basic unit in society traditionally consisting of two parents rearing their children; also: any of various social units differing from but regarded as equivalent to the traditional family” for example, a “single-parent family.” Value, on the other hand, is the quality or worth of
For over 16 years, Recovery Outreach Services LLC (ROS) has been a guiding light, offering a path to recovery. Recovery Outreach Services LLC was formed in October 2006. Nina Smart-Dixon came to the agency as a staff counselor a year later in October 2007, after having already worked in the
Drury University is pleased to announce that Khania Clark, a junior majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Law and Society has been awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study or intern abroad in 2025. Clark will receive a $3,000 grant to support a study abroad experience
March 20, 1957 -December 1 2024 Lamarr Pierre Jamerson, Sr., a beloved husband, father, brother, pastor, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on December 1st, 2024. Known for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering faith, Lamarr’s legacy is one of love, service, and inspiration to all who knew him.
Juliette Lowe, the daughter of a Confederate soldier, founded Girl Scouts in 1912. Whether Black girls were allowed to be Girl Scouts was left up to the individual states and local councils rather than making it uniformly accepting for girls of all races. The first Black members were in 1913
As we welcome the New Year, let us continue to learn about our finances and ways to increase our wealth. This month’s topic is a brief overview of the market’s long history. The stock market has evolved from its early beginnings into a global financial powerhouse, influencing economies worldwide. Understanding
Do you dream of inspiring and guiding others? Do you envision yourself navigating the complexities of leadership with confidence and skill? If so, then your journey starts by equipping yourself with the right tools. As a home base for business support and talent development in Missouri, efactory understands the dynamic
People often question why Black History Month happens in February, the shortest month in the calendar year. Black History Month is celebrated in February because it coincides with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, two prominent figures in American history who played significant roles in ending slavery. Historian
Caroline Boone Berry (1850-1914) and her husband William Berry (1848-1917) established the Berry Cemetery around 1880. The cemetery is still actively being used. Its website makes the strong argument that it is the oldest cemetery for and continuously owned by Black people in Greene County and likely the region. It
26th Annual Design-A-Bookmark Contest for Kids and Teens in Grades K-12 Pick up an entry form at any Springfield-Greene County Library or the Mobile Library, or download one at thelibrary.org/bookmarks beginning February 1, and return it by March 22. Digital submissions can be sent to imagine@thelibrary.org. Winners and runners-up will
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “family” as “the basic unit in society traditionally consisting of two parents rearing their children; also: any of various social units differing from but regarded as equivalent to the traditional family” for example, a “single-parent family.” Value, on the other hand, is the quality or worth of
For over 16 years, Recovery Outreach Services LLC (ROS) has been a guiding light, offering a path to recovery. Recovery Outreach Services LLC was formed in October 2006. Nina Smart-Dixon came to the agency as a staff counselor a year later in October 2007, after having already worked in the
Drury University is pleased to announce that Khania Clark, a junior majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Law and Society has been awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study or intern abroad in 2025. Clark will receive a $3,000 grant to support a study abroad experience
March 20, 1957 -December 1 2024 Lamarr Pierre Jamerson, Sr., a beloved husband, father, brother, pastor, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on December 1st, 2024. Known for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering faith, Lamarr’s legacy is one of love, service, and inspiration to all who knew him.
Juliette Lowe, the daughter of a Confederate soldier, founded Girl Scouts in 1912. Whether Black girls were allowed to be Girl Scouts was left up to the individual states and local councils rather than making it uniformly accepting for girls of all races. The first Black members were in 1913
As we welcome the New Year, let us continue to learn about our finances and ways to increase our wealth. This month’s topic is a brief overview of the market’s long history. The stock market has evolved from its early beginnings into a global financial powerhouse, influencing economies worldwide. Understanding