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Closer Look – October 2022

Alex & Ellie Boutique Alex & Ellie Boutique opened to the public in October 2021…

CIS employees and mascot celebrating the enrollment of its 400th student

Briefly – October 2022

Education CIS Celebrates Record-High Enrollment Columbia Independent School recently enrolled its 400th student, which is…

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A Financial Pillar

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Exterior of Accounting Plus building

Shining for the Community

The exterior of Accounting Plus looks like that of any other accounting firm.  But upon…

A man in a gray suit sits on a foldable chair in a gymnasium, smiling at the camera. The seat is part of a row of chairs labeled COUGARS. Behind him are rows of blue stadium seats.

Coach James P. Arnold

Professional backgroundI am entering my 21st year working in higher education.  While the bulk of…

A collage featuring diverse individuals in vibrant settings, including classrooms and colorful setups with balloons and flower walls. Two people pose back-to-back near a sign reading Enhance Lux. Bright and lively atmosphere.

Closer Look: September 2022

Selfie Love Selfie Love is an immersive selfie museum and photography studio where customers can…

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A baseball team in blue uniforms poses with a trophy on a baseball field. The players are wearing hats and gloves. Bleachers with people are visible in the background. The sun is shining brightly.

Blazing a Trail to Victory

Like a story straight from the silver screen, the Fr. Tolton Catholic High School baseball…

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Briefly in the News: September 2022

COMMUNITY New State Historical Society Exhibitions Depict Social, Racial, and Cultural Landscape of the American…

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A physical therapist assists an elderly person with leg exercises. The person is lying on a table with a bolster under their knees. The therapist is guiding their leg movement. Equipment such as treadmills is visible in the background.

Combining  Forces

What started as two separate entities has now merged into the largest privately owned outpatient…

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Dr. Helen Porter

Job description I am responsible for all middle and high schools in CPS. I am…

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Movers & Shakers: August 2022

Michelle Holz The Columbia Board of Education recommended Michelle Holz as the assistant superintendent of…

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Closer Look

Golden Aura Boutique + Intimates Owned by Billie Stock and Zach Johnson, Golden Aura Boutique…