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A Life of Service
From Air Force Lt. Colonel to college dean, Loren Lundstrom’s journey has been guided by curiosity, leadership and a commitment to learning
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Heroes Who Serve
Inside the Willard Fire Department, three firefighters reflect on leadership, sacrifice, and protecting their community.
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Leading the Creative Charge
Through mentorship, collaboration, and leadership, Tremendicon is helping shape Springfield’s emerging creative culture.
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Where 66 Began
As the birthplace of Route 66, Springfield is where a number became legendary
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A Life of Service
From Air Force Lt. Colonel to college dean, Loren Lundstrom’s journey has been guided by curiosity, leadership and a commitment to learning Article by Patti Zielinski | Photography by Provided Loren Lundstrom has been blessed with two distinguished careers. After he retired from the United States Air Force as a Lt. Colonel, he transitioned to academia where he retired as a dean at Ozarks Technical Community College. But guiding him through this journey has been a single North Star: a lifelong...
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Heroes Who Serve
Inside the Willard Fire Department, three firefighters reflect on leadership, sacrifice, and protecting their community. Article and Photography by Ashley Grant Kevin Samsel — Fire Chief For Fire Chief Kevin Samsel, the Willard Fire Department’s burden of leadership rests upon his shoulders. Responsibility for his crew, the equipment they use, and the decisions that need to be made are things he does not take lightly. Q: You stepped into the role of fire chief about a year ago, but your...
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Leading the Creative Charge
Through mentorship, collaboration, and leadership, Tremendicon is helping shape Springfield’s emerging creative culture. Article by Ashley Grant | Photography by Provided Springfield’s creative economy is not just growing; it is finding its own voice. While typically an area known for its natural beauty and strong sense of community, a broader cultural landscape is emerging. In recent years, Springfield has become a booming hub for artists, writers, gamers, and digital storytellers who are...
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Where 66 Began
As the birthplace of Route 66, Springfield is where a number became legendary Article and Photography by Ashley Grant There’s something remarkable about Springfield, Missouri, a city that doesn’t just sit along the infamous Route 66; it helped birth it. Long before the neon signs and nostalgic road trips, full of photographs-turned-postcards and Americana playlists, there was a decision. A number: 66. And that number was decided in Springfield. For author and historian Susan Croce Kelly, that...
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