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Veritas Prep’s First Early College Graduating Class Makes History at STCC
SPRINGFIELD – At 18 years old, Elijah P. “Eli” Frederick stood before thousands of graduates along with their families and friends at the Springfield Technical Community College commencement ceremony and spoke on behalf of the Class of 2026. “Standing here tonight feels surreal,” said Frederick, who was chosen as student speaker for the commencement, held…
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Your Summer Staycation Destination: Six Weeksof Family Fun at the Springfield Museums
Springfield — Now open seven days a week, the Springfield Museums is ready to welcome visitors with a full slate of activities during Summer at the Museums, taking place July 6 through August 14. The six-week series features hands-on art and science activities, live entertainment, and music, with bi-weekly themes offering visitors new ways to…
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E’Mari Marshall-Woodard
A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. E’Mari Maurice Marshall-Woodard was a bright light whose presence brought love, laughter, intelligence, and joy to everyone around him. Though his time on earth was far too short, his impact will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
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5th Annual Kamari B. Williams Scholarship Awards
In loving memory of the late Kamari B. Williams, son of State Representative Bud L. Williams and Dr. Gloria B. Williams, the family, along with members of the Kamari B. Williams scholarship committee, and Springfield Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Sonia E. Dinnall, honored five (5) outstanding students.
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Five Inefficiencies In Your Summer Farming/Gardening to Avoid
Welcome back to Can You Dig It?, a monthly horticultural “best practices” guide to keep you from being surprised from the influx of pests and diseases that ruin your summer growing activities. Now that we are in July, there are actions that you are probably doing out of habit, because someone shared a technique with…
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Free Summer Eats Meal Program Returns to Springfield to Keep Kids and Teens Nourished All Summer Long
With the school year having ended on June 23rd, Chartwell K12, Springfield Public Schools, and Home Grown Springfield are helping ensure that no child goes hungry this summer through the Summer Eats Free Meals Program.
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