Today at the Circle, we had the pleasure of welcoming Melissa Horn from the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. She and Rocki had a lively and engaging conversation, catching up on everything from family travel—comparing the joys and challenges of flying versus road trips—to the rewarding, yet demanding, journey of returning to school as an adult.

Melissa shared her experience of balancing life as a mom, a professional, and a full-time student. Her ability to juggle so many responsibilities with grace and determination is nothing short of inspiring. Her story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible with perseverance and passion.

We hope you enjoy this thoughtful and motivating conversation!

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Scott Dahl, Director of Tourism, Joins Circle of Friends with Exciting Updates

This morning, we welcomed back Scott Dahl, Director of Tourism, for another insightful segment of Circle of Friends. Scott brought his signature energy and enthusiasm as he shared highlights from his recent trip to Indianapolis, where he connected with tourism professionals and explored new ideas to bring back to our community.

The conversation also dove into the exciting developments happening along the historic Route 66. From revitalization projects to upcoming events and community initiatives, Scott painted a vibrant picture of what’s ahead for one of America’s most iconic highways. His passion for preserving and promoting our local heritage was evident throughout the discussion.

Whether you're a longtime resident or just passing through, there's a lot to look forward to in the months ahead. Tune in to hear Scott’s stories, insights, and the latest on how our region is gearing up for a bright future.

Enjoy the full conversation—you won’t want to miss it!

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This morning, Rocki called out for people's hidden talent! He found Summer, who had the ability to transform her voice.

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This morning, during the Circle, Rocki and Ryan, along with Abby Powell, spoke about the newly passed Springfield Master Plan. This initiative will bring exciting new projects to downtown and the medical district, right here in Springfield!

Listen to the conversation for more details!

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The Fray will be playing this Saturday, May 24th at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheatre. Listen to the conversation for great insights to the show!

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Catching Up with Taylor Stevens

Today we caught up with our friend Taylor Stevens. It’s always great to see what she’s been up to! Since we last spoke, Taylor returned from a couple of trips to Washington, D.C., where she lobbied for home care and accompanied veterans on the Land of Lincoln Honor Flights.

With such a busy schedule, Taylor has come to appreciate the importance of making time for herself. She recently shared how vital self-care has become in her life, reminding us that taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. As she put it perfectly: “If your cup is empty, how will you be able to help anyone else?”

All in all, it was a great conversation and a meaningful reminder that no matter how hectic life gets, it's always important to take care of yourself.

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It was so nice coming together with Taryn Grant again. This week, during the Circle, we spoke about the importance of staying connected with your community.

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When terrible things happen on the news, its horrible to see. When terrible things happen to your community, it hits a little different.

This morning, Rocki spoke to Jim Watts from Impact life about how the community has come together in response to the tragedy that occurred in Chatham. Please listen and consider donating yourself.

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