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The Loneliness Epidemic and the Power of Showing Up

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...

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Nothing Left to Give

“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 …”...

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Keeping Wealth at Home

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...

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The COMO Mojo: What Makes Us Wealthy?

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...

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So, You Want to Hire a Caterer?

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...

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Cookin’ with Hoss: Roasted Country-Style Ribs with Arrabbiata Orzo

Well, we’re about to transition to fall. Temperatures are dropping, days are getting shorter, and my garden is putting out its last gasps of life for the season....

Chef Liz Huff poses inside her kitchen at Catalpa restaurant in Arrow Rock, Missouri.

Catalpa: A Taste of Talent in Arrow Rock

Talent is often celebrated at sporting events and concerts, but sometimes it’s found in small restaurants in unexpected towns, like Arrow Rock. That’s where chef Liz Huff quietly...

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Birthdays Are Made For Palate Pleasing Memories

In August, I celebrated my birthday at Cherry Street Cellar. My husband, Lyle, and I shared chilled corn and cucumber soup with crab that sparked such noticeable praise...

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Visiting Stone Hill Winery

Experience a Midwestern Winery that rivals its French Counterparts. Nestled in the rolling hills of Hermann, Missouri, Stone Hill Winery, founded in 1847, stands as a beacon of...

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Dealership or Do-It-Yourself?

Among car enthusiasts in Columbia, it’s common to hear The Tuning SPOT as a recommended automotive shop. The main reason is that it’s uniquely a do-it-yourself shop. It...