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SSO CEO Paul Lambert to Retire, Heather Caisse-Roberts Assumes Leadership as President and CEO
Springfield — Paul Lambert, President and CEO of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra (SSO), has announced his retirement and the SSO Board announced that Heather Caisse-Roberts, currently COO of the organization, will assume leadership of the SSO.
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6 Tips to Prepare for the Transition of Summer Heat to the Coolness of Fall
Welcome back to Can You Dig It?—your quick read for, hopefully, preventing the complete collapse of your eggplants, over infestation of insects on your brassicas, and a giant bush of leaves where your tomatoes should be! This month we sadly see the end of summer as it’s overwhelmed by the coolness of fall. But don’t…
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The Springfield Museums Announce 2025 Ubora and Ahadi Recipients
Springfield — The African Hall Committee of the Springfield Museums is pleased to announce the recipients of the prestigious Ubora Award and Ahadi Youth Award, which will be presented at a special ceremony at the Museums on Saturday, September 20, at 6 pm.
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The Power of She: A Final Farewell and a Lasting Tribute
Art for the Soul Gallery will unveil a landmark exhibition, The Power of She, in September 2025. More than an art show, this compelling gathering will serve as both a celebration of women’s and femmes’ creative forces and a heartfelt dedication to Rosemary Tracy Woods — the Gallery’s Founding Director — honoring her decades of…
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From Farm to Future: STCC Students Blossom Through Gardening the Community
SPRINGFIELD – At first glance, the urban farm just a half mile from the Springfield Technical Community College campus may seem like an unlikely launching pad for future leaders in social justice. But for Kami Trushaw and Malahny Wedderburn, Gardening the Community (GTC) has been more than a job. It’s been the foundation for growth,…
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Student Support Program Keeps Men’s Soccer Successful on the Field and in the Classroom at STCC
SPRINGFIELD – For Coach William Sweidel, the defining moment of the men’s soccer season at Springfield Technical Community College didn’t come from a single goal, win or playoff result. Instead, it came from a realization. “I think this kind of experience,” Sweidel said, gesturing toward the table where he sat alongside MILE advisor Melvin Tejada…
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