Every reader needs a good book. I don’t get lost in a good book very often anymore. I get so frustrated when I pick out book after book that doesn’t captivate me. So frustrated, in fact, that I often forget to turn in my library books. As the daughter of a librarian, that’s pretty embarrassing. […]
Why we’re never too old to make new friends. It seems like yesterday that I found myself in the dining area of the Ozark Riverview Manor, an assisted living community overlooking the Finley River. It was a long-awaited day. The room was festive and lively. People were laughing, chatting, and enjoying their cake and punch.
Tiffany Lester finds community at Coyote Hill Christian Children’s Home. When describing her childhood, Tiffany Lester calls it “standard and what every kid goes through.” But the standard childhood the now 28-year-old Tiffany is referring to is for foster care children. “From kindergarten to first grade, I was taking care of my little brother by
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Ladenia Cowper creates a space full of color and art. As I walk into Ladenia Cowper’s home, I am greeted by three things: a hug, a smile, and a bright green wall full of vibrant, original oil paintings. Ladenia is an 81-year-old artist, and her home reflects her unwavering passion for creating. Ladenia found her
Are you listening to your body? My wake-up call rang while lying on my red microfiber couch. I thought I was having a heart attack. After EMTs poked and prodded, one of them asked, “ma’am are you under any stress?” A mom of two small boys, one with special needs, serving two churches, and working
Local galleries choose artwork that embodies their particular aesthetic. Bluestem is a quintessential gallery: white walls, meticulous and creative displays, and a subtle scent of something fresh and herbal. The Bluestem partners have filled the gallery with selected works by over 300 artists, but the overall feeling is spacious, serene, and light. How do they
Elton and Nancy Fay value their independence and their togetherness. How did you meet? Elton: A mutual friend, Pat Basset, arranged our first date, so I met Nancy when I knocked on her door and introduced myself. Nancy: Our first date was dinner at Los Bandidos. We’ve been together almost 33 years. What is unique
A lot has changed since the main 6,500-foot runway on Highway H had its dedication on November 2, 1968, and the new Columbia Regional Airport opened shortly thereafter. What served as a smaller, regional aviation center handling just under 18,000 passengers on 19-passenger prop planes in 2007 has since become a significant source of economic impact for the City
Missouri’s August primary election produced few surprises, particularly with the race for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Claire McCaskill. The incumbent won re-nomination in a walk over six challengers. Republican Josh Hawley, currently the state’s attorney general, garnered more than half the total vote in a field of eleven Republican candidates. It’s
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As we chart our future at MU, we are focusing our energy on providing a world-class, comprehensive education at an affordable price, enhancing the student experience, and creating an environment that fosters interdisciplinary research and creative works. These goals are likely no surprise to the citizens of Missouri. MU’s graduates are creating jobs and making a
