To connect local practitioners, community members, nonprofits, students and researchers on themes around poverty, the Center for Ozarks Poverty Research (COPR) at Missouri State University presents its first-ever free Community Conference on Poverty. Themed, “Housing, Homelessness and Families,” the conference takes place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 26 in Hill Hall, Room 001. It … [Read more...] about Connecting the community with research on poverty
Tiny homes are becoming more and more popular for several reasons. They’re less expensive. They take up less space, which usually leads to fewer possessions. They allow for minimalist living. They often have wheels, so you can travel or easily move. “The tiny house movement is growing,” said Dr. Krista Evans, assistant professor of planning and geography at Missouri State … [Read more...] about Tiny home, big trend