We have been busy with many projects and blogging seems to have fallen by the wayside. So, first: we are giving away $1,000 scholarships to 21 low-income Springfield residents. The application deadline is August 18 and applications are available on our website.

One scholarship is being presented in honor of Ray Hershel. Most of you know Ray from watching the news on WGGB-TV. The applicant must be studying journalism or a related field.

Two scholarships are being set aside for applicants studying in the field of Early Childhood Education.

Scholarships will be presented at an awards breakfast at Springfield Technical Community College on Friday, September 17. So, fill out those applications and get them in to us.