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In this important book, the author recommends no social media accounts until children reach 16.

10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World - Dr. Jean Twenge Parenting today often feels like an uphill battle, with technology invading every corner of our kids’ lives. From the rise of social media addiction to the growing mental health crisis among children and teens,

This Black History Month, we honor the legacy of Edwin A. Lee, a trailblazing physician who helped reshape healthcare and civic life in Springfield.

In 1949, Dr. Lee became the first Black physician admitted to the Sangamon County Medical Society, breaking a long-standing racial barrier at a time when local hospitals still enforced unofficial segregation. His acceptance reflected not only his extraordinary skill, but a changing era.

A graduate of Morehouse College and Meharry Medical College, Dr. Lee served more than three years in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during World War II before making Springfield his home. Beyond medicine, he led with purpose, serving as president of the Springfield School Board and the Springfield Urban League, helping found community institutions, and advocating for the creation of the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

Dr. Lee’s life was defined by service, excellence, and opportunity for others. Today, Edwin A. Lee Elementary School stands as a lasting tribute to his impact.

His story reminds us that progress is built by those willing to open doors and hold them open for others.