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GAMEDAY 2023 Registration is Open!

The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS announced that GAMEDAY presented by CEFCU will return to the tournament week lineup on...

Celebrate Small Business Week

The first week of May each year is National Small Business Week; this year, it takes place from April 30 to May 6 this year. The aim of...

Springfield Youth Performance Group Alice in Wonderland Auditions Set for April 28

The Springfield Youth Performance Group (SYPG), an organization spotlighting young talent from the Springfield area, will hold dance...

MASCO Makes the Front Page!

They were on the front page of the magazine and a full article detailing the history of the company, the changes they have made over the...

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Member Spotlights

Member Spotlight: Alive! On 66

We’re so lucky to have gems like Alive on 66 right here in our community! More than just a stop on Route 66, it’s a treasure trove of...

Member Spotlight: Springfield Dance

Supporting homegrown talent since 1995! Springfield Dance has been a pillar in our community, inspiring confidence, creativity, and...

Member Spotlight: Clark & Co Beauty Lab

This month's local business spotlight is Clark & Co. Beauty Lab . It's a salon & spa with a team of talented and passionate independent...

Member Spotlight: Giganti & Giganti Fine Jewelry

This month's local business spotlight is Giganti and Giganti Fine Jewelry ! Nestled in the heart of our community, Giganti and Giganti...

Member Spotlight: Knight's Action Park

This month's local business spotlight is Knight's Action Park ! Discover the ultimate family and friends vacation experience right here...

Member Spotlight: Cinric Painting and Remodeling🖌️

From skeptic to visionary: Rick Mulkins defied his own doubts to become the proud owner of Cinric Painting. Once adamant he'd 'never be a...

Member Spotlight: Robert's Seafood

Discover more than just seafood at Robert's Seafood Market – it's where good food meets great value! With a belief that nutrition is the...

Member Spotlight: Pease's

"It just makes me feel wonderful that people like to hang out at Pease's at Bunn Gourmet," says Desiree Logsdon, Senior Vice President of...