Martin Luther King Day Event Preview

Martin Luther King Day Event Preview

Representatives of various organizations sponsoring and participating in the annual Martin Luther King Day observance discuss what’s planned for that two-hour January 16 event at the Mass Mutual Center in...
Author Tim Black

Author Tim Black

University of Hartford sociology professor Tim Black discusses his book, “When a Heart Turns Rock Solid,” the true story of three Puerto Rican brothers who grew up in...
Holiday Fire Safety

Holiday Fire Safety

With strings upon strings of lights plugged into every available outlet—at least at some houses—it might look pretty, but all of these decorations can cause potential dangers. Carolee McGrath sat down with veteran firefighter Willie Spears, a Fire Inspector and...
Friends of the Homeless

Friends of the Homeless

Bill Miller, Executive Director of the Friends of the Homeless shelter in downtown Springfield, talks with Carolee McGrath about the services they offer and the great need for those less fortunate, especially in the winter months and around the...
Commerce High Scholar Athletes

Commerce High Scholar Athletes

There’s a new initiative to boost student achievement in school through their involvement in sports. It’s called Scholar Athletes, and the latest zone in Springfield is at Commerce High School. The mission is to support students through athletics, but it is not...
Springfield Graduation Rates

Springfield Graduation Rates

There has been a lot of focus over the years on improving graduation rates in Massachusetts cities, including Springfield. In the last few years, Springfield has made significant improvements, decreasing the dropout rate and increasing the graduation rate over last...
Partners for a Healthier Community

Partners for a Healthier Community

Jessica Collins, Executive Director of Partners for a Healthier Community, discusses the work the Springfield-based organization does to mitigate multiple health concerns and threats for residents of the...