We’re drowning in entertainment, and it must stop. Entertainment is fine, good even. It can amuse, refresh and inspire us. On the other hand, entertainment in excess kills true amusement, true refreshment and true inspiration. Humor no longer packs a punch if one views life as a game or always funny. The mental vacation thatContinue reading “We’re Drowning in Entertainment, and it Must Stop”
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Forget TikTok. Where’s the Real Talk?
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM By JonChristopher Collins As humanity propels forward technologically, it sinks into disconnection. The modern world boasts of connection but fails to see the disconnection. That observation isn’t new. Many times, before this piece was written, people have noted that the very technology that claims to connect us andContinue reading “Forget TikTok. Where’s the Real Talk?”
Childhood Obesity Grew in Pandemic but Can be Countered
Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 12:00 AM By JonChristopher Collins Childhood obesity has shot up, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and two health professionals are taking aim at several culprits. Today both experts are also urging Missourians to take proactive steps to combat the problem and prevent future dire health consequences. Pediatric hospitalist Jennifer SerwanContinue reading “Childhood Obesity Grew in Pandemic but Can be Countered”
Arise Collective Theatre: Discipleship via the spotlight
Posted September 25, 2024by Heidi Mosher and JonChristopher Collins The word “discipleship” can conjure up images of accountability meetings, conversations over coffee and living life together by enjoying different activities. Perhaps one lesser-known avenue of discipleship is live theater. Arise Collective Theatre does discipleship under the spotlight, on and offstage. Joshua Regan, an actor and staffContinue reading “Arise Collective Theatre: Discipleship via the spotlight”
United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas Turns Into Achieve Community Alliance
Friday, September 13, 2024 at 11:11 AM By JonChristopher Collins United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas underwent a name change, and the celebration of the transformation is on Sept. 13, according to Amy Deere from the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will celebrate the name change with a ribbon cutting. Deere appeared on KHOZ’s “AroundContinue reading “United Cerebral Palsy of Arkansas Turns Into Achieve Community Alliance”
Harrison’s Hospice of the Hills Gearing up for Much Needed Fundraiser
Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10:13 PM By JonChristopher Collins Twenty is Plenty is the main fundraiser for North Arkansas Regional Medical Center’s (NARMC) partner Hospice of the Hills, according to Sandra Johnson, president of the Hospice Board of Directors at NARMC. Johnson appeared on KHOZ’s “Around The Table” on Wednesday. A drive scheduled forContinue reading “Harrison’s Hospice of the Hills Gearing up for Much Needed Fundraiser”
Silver Dollar City Partners With Hiland Dairy for new Chilly Treat
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 1:58 PM By JonChristopher Collins Lovers of Silver Dollar City and ice cream are in for a treat, quite literally. Hiland Dairy announced its new ice cream flavor on Wednesday, one inspired by Silver Dollar City’s new and updated Fire in the Hole indoor rollercoaster that’s set to open inContinue reading “Silver Dollar City Partners With Hiland Dairy for new Chilly Treat”
Why house church?
Posted June 08, 2023by JonChristopher Collins A house church gives believers an idea of the Church that is closer to the Biblical account. Acts 2 speaks to how early Christians met in homes in addition to meeting in the Temple, and Acts 4 describes how believers held all their possessions in common, sharing with those in need. Two ChristianContinue reading “Why house church?”
Growing Together: Greenhouse microchurch
Posted May 10, 2023by JonChristopher Collins Florida’s Greenhouse Church seeks to plant disciples rather than churches. Located in Gainesville, Florida, Greenhouse Church advocates certain “fluencies.” The church also encourages engagement in culture. Greenhouse Church explains that these fluencies aid them in building the unique and diverse “Kingdom of God.” They desire to build and existContinue reading “Growing Together: Greenhouse microchurch”
Nixa Residents Experienced Vehicle Crash-Related Power Outage for Second Time in Three Days; Power is Restored
Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at 10:46 AM By JonChristopher Collins Power is completely restored after over 700 Nixa, Missouri residents were without power following a vehicle crash. For the second time in three days, Nixa residents were without power because of a vehicle crash. The crash occurred on the morning of Aug. 30 on RosedaleContinue reading “Nixa Residents Experienced Vehicle Crash-Related Power Outage for Second Time in Three Days; Power is Restored”
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