Wynnsome Cake & Tea There’s a place located smack dab downtown that is a destination for slowing down, reconnecting with others, and appreciating the simple joys of life. That place is Wynnsome, where locals and visitors can sip on a wide variety of artisanal teas or locally roasted coffee while enjoying a slice of handcrafted […]
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We asked our Facebook followers… Excluding a car or a house, what was your first BIG purchase? When I was 15 years old, I sold my first motorcycle to pay for a $300 set of golf clubs (from Kmart). $300 doesn’t sound like much nowadays, but in 1985 … that was HUGE for me. —
Opportunity is a gift when it comes calling. But for some, opportunity never comes knocking because they have no door. They also don’t have walls, a roof, or windows. That’s the reality for the hundreds of people in Columbia who have no place to live. The annual Point-in-Time Count in 2024 found 323 sheltered and
Pamela Hildebrand and Anita Nugent feel as close as any family members to one another. “Pam is the sister I never had,” Nugent said. “She’s the sister I always wanted,” Hildebrand said of Nugent. Both are residents of the same senior housing apartments in Columbia, and they’re enthusiastic clients of Aging Best, the area agency
Where can you go to see whimsical splashes of color that expertly blend in with fire hydrants, traffic lights, and asphalt and concrete? In downtown Columbia, you can go to the bank. More specifically, Commerce Bank, Simmons Bank, and Central Bank. In addition to mosaic benches that display milkweed, canna lilies, petunias, and coleus, among
We’re currently in the midst of what former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared a “loneliness epidemic.” That might sound like an exaggeration until you consider how many of us feel disconnected, despite full calendars, active group chats, and endless digital interactions. Loneliness doesn’t care about your income, your travel log, or how many people
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“This is the word of the God of Israel — The jar of flour will not run out, and the bottle of oil will not become empty …” 1 Kings 17:14 Almost ten years ago, I traveled over spring break to visit a friend. We spent the weekend having fun, staying up late, eating rich
Every family leaves a legacy, whether through heirlooms, land, or the values passed on to children. The Community Foundation of Central Missouri exists to make sure part of that legacy can also strengthen local nonprofits and communities. As billions of dollars shift from one generation to the next, the foundation is working to ensure more
Money doesn’t solve all of your problems. That’s probably something you grew up hearing. Let’s be very clear, though. Money does solve a lot of problems. Currency is the blood of our existence, keeping us alive and moving forward. Without it, we don’t have anything. No house. No car. No health care. Definitely no
From intimate dinners to elaborate celebrations, a great caterer makes the meal as memorable as the moment. What begins with the promise of an intimate gathering, perhaps a quiet dinner among friends, can blossom into a full-blown celebration complete with carefully curated menus, local flavors, and unforgettable moments. Two powerhouse culinary artisans, Kimber Dean
