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springfield art museum

Soderbergh’s New Art‑Fight Film Pushes the Limits of Creativity

April 11, 2026

Steven Soderbergh keeps a unique rhythm on set, acting as his own cameraman and editor. He can finish a rough cut the day after shooting ends, which lets him release films fast – two last year and a new one now. His latest picture, a mix of ghost story, spy thriller, and art‑world drama, shows his

politics

US Eyes Quick Fix for Hormuz Blockage

April 11, 2026

The United States plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz soon, President Trump said on Friday. He did not give details but warned that the move will be difficult. Trump also mentioned help from other nations, though he did not name them. He said that “other countries use the strait … and they’ll he

business

Kuku Smith’s Battle to Keep Her Beauty Store Alive

April 11, 2026

Kuku Smith stands outside her shop on Georgia Avenue, holding up T‑shirts that cost $25 each. The owner of a small beauty supply store that opened in 2019 is fighting an eviction notice while trying to keep her business running. She says the pandemic hit hard because she had just started and was

education

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

April 11, 2026

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

politics

Arkansas Pushes for Less Federal Control Over Schools

April 11, 2026

Arkansan leaders want to cut back on rules set by the U. S. Department of Education, saying they block progress in local schools. They have asked parents and teachers to share their thoughts by May 7 before sending three requests for special permission. The move comes as the federal agency is shrink

politics

The Quiet Shift on the Supreme Court Bench

April 11, 2026

A president who wants to keep his court solid has told reporters that he hopes the two oldest justices, Alito and Thomas, will stay on for many more years. The comment came after they joined a dissent against the court’s decision to strike down President Trump’s tariff plan. Neither justice has spok

education

Summer Days That Keep Kids Growing

April 11, 2026

The heat is coming, and many families look forward to trips, playtime, and a break from school. But for young children, the pause in classroom life can shake up routines that give them security and readiness to learn. Community Education steps in with a mix of programs that keep kids active, healthy

health

Tailoring Breathing Therapy for Kids with Ciliary Disease

April 11, 2026

Physiotherapists face a challenge when helping children who suffer from primary ciliary dyskinesia, a rare lung condition that makes it hard to clear mucus. Instead of using one generic breathing routine, experts now aim to create personalized plans that fit each child’s unique body and mood.

entertainment

Flower‑filled Highway Tunnel Turns Community Hub

April 11, 2026

The tunnel beneath the highway near North Forest Glen Drive has become a local landmark thanks to a mural that feels like a living garden. A former elementary art teacher, who grew up in the nearby Sauganash area, stepped forward when the Forest Glen Community Club asked for ideas. He sent in four c

sports

Tyrrell Hatton’s Money Story: From Green to Gold

April 11, 2026

Tyrrell Hatton shows how hard work on the golf course can turn into real wealth. He has won more than 50 million dollars in prize money from the PGA Tour, European Tour and a newer circuit called LIV Golf. The big jump came when he signed a contract in 2024 that could earn him up to 67 million dol