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How to properly pack a suitcase

As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to slow down, many people are starting to think about taking a trip. Although they might not have their tickets booked, being prepared for when that time comes is key to having a successful trip. The Scoop met with Addy Sporleder, a senior at Drury University who spent a semester…

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Q&A with Jeff Kessinger: Getting involved through the Downtown Springfield Association

The Downtown Springfield Association offers many opportunities for college students to get involved within the Springfield community. To learn about the different events throughout the year, one can reference the association’s social media, website, press releases, and weekly e-blasts, says Jeff Kessinger, the organization’s communications manager. Kessinger, 41, grew up in the Springfield area and…

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Touring the past with a visit to Pythian Castle

Pythian Castle, on Pythian Street, hosts daily history tours that are open to the public. Listed on the U.S. National Register of Historical Places in 2009, this local castle has its own fair share of history. Originally a lodge for the Knights of Pythias, a fraternal order that was most popular in the early 20th…

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