Here at Siouxland Magazine, we are passionate about conversation, action, and inspiration. Each issue, we strive to bring you stories that elevate you, prompt you to talk to others, act, and make an impact on the world around us. This year, we begin having a regular “Inspire Conversation” centered around the issue’s theme. The conversation […]
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With every word and every gesture, we can make a difference. If we only knew how much it mattered, how a simple act of kindness could affect someone. It is in a genuine smile, in holding a gaze that sees the soul, in a heartfelt compliment, in an embrace that warms the heart. It is
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There are times in life when inspiration is easily identified and times when it is muddled and hard to explain. For Mark Avery, the inspiration for the Kindness Siouxland Initiative is clear. “It emerged from sadness, grief and frustration with the lack of civility in our society. Where polarization overrode the community focus,” he said.
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“Oh, we’ve all had enough, and it’s time to rise up in unity. Let’s come together, love one another, cause love can do the healing we know hate can never do.” Those words are the chorus of “Choose Love,” a song written by local singer/songwriter Jill Miller to create something positive. Jill said, “Our nation
When did kindness begin? It’s a strange question to ask, isn’t it? And it really isn’t the right question to ask. The question is really more one of when did we start being INTENTIONAL about kindness. At South Sioux City Community Schools, that intentionality started well over five years ago at Lewis & Clark
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Executive Director, Siouxland CARES About Substance Abuse What are you working on now? I have the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles throughout the community. Previously as a volunteer and now in a work capacity, I serve as an Adult Advisor of the Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission. Additionally, I am an Ambassador