March 9, 2026

In Columbia, Big Daddy’s BBQ & Soul Food is more than a place to eat. It’s a familiar gathering spot for comfort food, and a business rooted in hard work and personal pride. At the center of it all are Lloyd and Fontella Henry, the owners who turned a love for barbeque into one of […]

Each summer, my husband, Lyle, and I enjoy visiting the Columbia Farmers Market on Saturday mornings. Last summer, we planted a vibrant home garden full of wildflowers, sunflowers, tomatoes, and chiles. When we visited the farmers market, we didn’t need to stand in line for those high-demand items. We supplemented our garden produce with zucchini,