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Council members OK Mars budget
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From glowing reviews of the sound system and an appreciation of the seating arrangements, Springfield City Council members are hearing plenty of good things about the Mars Theatre. The theater, which was refurbished after more than five decades of inactivity, reopened in late April. Its calendar has been filled virtually ever since, and Springfield City Council members had a first reading Tuesday night of an ordinance for its operating budget.
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Help Manna House Upgrade Its Parking Lot
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Friends of Manna House volunteers Theresa Gardner, left, and Kaye Shuman load food into vehicles to help distribute meals to families in need. Their efforts support the pantry’s mission to provide essential food and hope to the community. (Submitted photo)
Friends of Manna House is fundraising in August to renovate the busy food pantry parking lot. The community is invited to shop donated décor and support the project.
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