Christopher Adams

1 week ago | medium.com | Christopher Adams

When it comes to building strong, successful teams, theory only takes you so far. The real growth happens through practical, hands-on leadership and management — the kind that shows up in everyday decisions, honest conversations, and consistent support. This article is all about how simple, grounded leadership and thoughtful management can help teams grow — not just in performance, but in confidence, trust, and long-term success. One of the most overlooked parts of being a good leader or manager?

1 month ago | emporiagazette.com | Christopher Adams

Chase County Care and Rehabilitation Center Social Services Director Brittany Payne has been awarded the Mission Health CARES award. The longtime Chase County Care & Rehab employee is one of six recipients of the award, which will be presented to Payne in April at a ceremony in Tampa, Florida. The announcement stunned her. “It was amazing and a surprise,” Payne said by phone. “The CARES award is something that Mission Health does…it's very prestigious.

2 months ago | emporiagazette.com | Christopher Adams

Camp Wood YMCA will host several events in 2025, most offered during the spring. The Spring Break Camp will run March 21-23 for ages 6-12. The all-inclusive cost is $175 for the entire weekend. The Homeschool Family Camp will be from April 18-20 for all ages. Cost varies depending on accommodations but covers all meals and activities. On April 25, Camp Wood will have tis Teen Camp, which concludes April 27 and is for ages 13-17. The cost is $175.

Jan 15, 2025 | militaryfamilies.com | Christopher Adams

Brad Snyder is a Navy veteran, six-time Paralympic gold medalist and two-time Paralympic silver medalist. In 2023, Military Families Magazine was honored to share his story along with two other American veteran Para-athletes. But ever the leader, Snyder continues to pave the way for others. Snyder’s fortitude and dedication to our country has been well established.

Jan 11, 2025 | emporiagazette.com | Christopher Adams

Chase County students desiring to pursue a post-secondary education can access financial assistance through a local scholarship fund. Chase County College Access has provided scholarship funding to Chase County High School students for the past eight years. “Seven or eight years ago we saw this gap,” said Chase County College Access board chair Michael Brown.