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The Backyard Dog Project works to improve the lives of many local dogs

Through her organization, Kristin Crankshaw helps educate pet owners to become responsible or to rehome pets in need of additional care.

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Dee Strozdas creates handmade stained glass works of art

Self-taught stained glass artist Dee Strozdas drawn to design by sparkle and science.

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Urbana merchants host 3-day Be My Valentine shop local event

The second annual Be My Valentine retail and eatery event runs Feb. 11-13 in the heart of Downtown Urbana’s Monument Square District.

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The Barrett Strong Foundation has turned a life into a legacy

In less than two years, The Barrett Strong Foundation has raised more than $75,000 to donate in honor of Barrett Fitzsimmons, who died from a rare form of childhood cancer.

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Lauren Kelley shares her passion for, dedication to equality through Leaders of Change

Leaders of Change Founder Lauren Kelley wants to be a part of a collaborative effort to improve racial equality throughout the community.

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Black History Month celebrated through recipes, health conversation

Clark State College needs soul food recipes for a community cookbook, and the college and Mercy Health are partnering for a virtual event about health in the black community.

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The Gammon House: a historical treasure

The Gammon House is one of three African American-owned locations in Ohio that served as an Underground Railroad stop.

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Social media influence a huge draw for local businesses

Lines of customers at Ironworks Waffle Cafe in COhatch The Market went through the building and out the door in January after a viral TikTok featured the restaurant.

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Application process open for next round of PPP funding

A second round of Paycheck Protection Program funding is available, and Springfield's Small Business Development Center hopes local businesses hurt by the pandemic will take the time to apply.

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MHRB, Mercy Health committed to providing help for the helpers as the pandemic continues

As frontline workers are helping patients and the community, who is helping them? There are a variety of mental health options for local frontline workers to get the support they need.

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Local restaurant owners revamp into new to-go concept

Brother and sister Doug McGregor and Margaret Mattox didn't let the restaurant challenges of 2020 stop them - instead, their "Seasons" changed.

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'Placemaking' an asset to drive community development

The Chamber of Greater Springfield's mentor advices communities to start preparing for post-pandemic life and take a serious look at placemaking.

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Mandy Crabtree puts her heart and her history into her home-baked treats

Sweet Sassafras Bake Shop is up to the challenge of making classic desserts and new requests from customers.

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COhatch's vendor space features rotating mix of local entrepreneurs

The shop space among the food hall in COhatch The Market has become a pop-up location to highlight small businesses.

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Ohio Civics Essential: A look back at our state’s presidents and how they shaped today’s parties

During this presidential inaugural season, a look back at inaugural speeches by the eight presidents from Ohio shows that each had plenty to say, rightly or wrongly, about issues that still resonate today, like elections, balance of power, race, immigration and foreign policy.


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Annual MLK celebration to go virtual this year

Register to attend this year's virtual Living the Dream celebration to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Kari Johnston's entrepreneur dream turned reality with Rose City Boutique

From the corporate world to small business ownership, Kari Johnston is using skills from her past career to carry her new business forward.

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Jennifer McKee invests in South Charleston through her business and by volunteering her time

As an entrepreneur, Jennifer McKee hopes to grow not only her business, but business as a whole in her community.

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Sip & Dipity to host annual fundraiser for Warder Literacy Center

This year's annual Sip and Dipity Paint Bar fundraiser to support Warder Literacy Center has both in-person and virtual options.

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Leadership Clark County aims to grow the spirit of 'servant leaders'

Leadership Clark County works to encourage local leaders to lead not only through business but also through service.