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The 53rd annual Earth Day, celebrated globally on April 22, encourages environmental awareness and action through activities like litter cleanup, tree planting, recycling, and energy conservation, continuing a tradition begun in 1970 to promote a healthier planet.

MuralFest 66, organized by the Miami Arts & Humanities Council, brings new murals by local and national artists, live music, kids’ activities, a car show, and more to Miami, Oklahoma’s Cultural District, creating a free, family-friendly celebration of art and community.

Dora Eastin, once a reluctant marathoner, now runs as a way to cope with life’s challenges, setting ambitious goals—including qualifying for the Olympic trials—and credits her progress to perseverance, mindset, and the support of her coach and community.

New Life Spa in Grove, Oklahoma, led by naturopathic physician Deborah Stauss, offers a range of natural healing therapies—including salt and ozone therapy, body sculpting, and vibrational raindrop therapy—to help clients restore balance and empower them to take control of their health and well-being.

Connect2Culture's April schedule at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex features three diverse performances: The Reminders (a Congo-inspired family band), Miss Jubilee & The Yas Yas Boys (St. Louis blues and jazz), and Piano Battle (interactive dueling pianists where audiences vote for the winner).

Joe and Dina Hensley of Webb City, along with their son Joe, share a passion for running driven by different motivations—health maintenance, asthma management, and competition—while supporting each other through races and adapting their goals as they age together.

The Freedom of Flight Museum at Joplin Regional Airport showcases nearly a decade of aerospace history highlighting Four-State Area contributions to aviation and space exploration while offering STEM education, veteran tributes, and hands-on activities to inspire youth careers in science and technology.

John Roderique is retiring after 26 years as Webb City Cardinals Athletic Director and Football Head Coach, leaving behind a legendary legacy of 13 state championships, 15 state title appearances, and 22 straight district championships while focusing on developing young men's life skills.

Missouri's spring fishing season begins March 1 with trout catch-and-keep at state parks like Roaring River and Bennett Springs, while white bass runs offer exciting schooling fish action as they migrate upstream to spawn in tributary streams throughout the Ozarks.