Jodie Jackson Jr.

104 Articles Published | Follow:

Plan 529: Not Just for College

Misconceptions — and even an aura of intrigue — often color conversations about the MOST…

Lights, Camera, Action!

Matt Schacht’s filmmaking career was sparked in ninth grade history class, before the digital age,…

Climate Change Challenges

Columbia makes progress through the city’s Climate Action and Adaptability Plan.

A Dose of COVID News

If the ubiquitous face covering is the forever symbol of 2020, will the vaccine syringe…

Tim Elliott of Atterberry Auction & Realty Company

Going Once, Going Twice – Sold!

Call it divine providence. The only connection Tim Elliott had with auctions was as co-chairman…

Chrysallis of the Monarchs at Cedarhurst of Columbia

The Royal Treatment

2020. For a year that will forever be linked with bad omens, disastrous luck, and misfortune,…

Empty parking lot covered in fallen leaves at Mizzou's stadium.

The Covid and College-town Clash

Gary Ward has a keen understanding of COVID-19 fatigue. He also has a treatment —…

Post-Bubble Burst

Commercial construction rebounds, but needs skilled workers.

Reaching New Financial Heights

If not for a pleasant 55-degree day in December 2017, the leadership team at MU…

In Focus: Two Governments a Short Walk Apart

A brief 3-minute walk along the north end of the historic Avenue of the Columns…

Mind the Gap: Educational Opportunities through CPS

Eighteen months ago, Columbia saw the possibility of two large companies building distribution centers or…

Mind the Gap Sidebars

Students with free lunch plans vs. total student population: West Boulevard Elementary 320 / 345…