Illustration of a city skyline with a red percentage symbol (%). A hand in a suit pulls the symbol upward, forming an arrow, representing rising interest rates or economic growth.

Here’s how interest rate increases affect our daily lives

With many subjects in the news vying for our attention — from the stock market…

an illustrated graphic with the words "Tis the season for holiday cheer"

‘Tis the Season for Holiday Cheer

Kids often have the best insights about the splendor of the holiday season. They certainly…

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In the beginning: A publisher’s journey

I’ve been in marketing and media in one form or another for 24 years. I…

The Columbia Chamber of Commerce ambassadors, with VAC Executive Director Ed Stansberry, cut the ribbon to launch VAC's 39th annual gift program.

Gifts Galore: VAC sponsors spread holiday cheer

Community volunteers and Voluntary Action Center staff filled the gymnasium at Broadway Christian Church with…

A young girl stands next to a chalkboard with says her dream is to "go to the olympics"

Making Kids’ Day Dreams Come True

Since 2014, Day Dreams Foundation has provided more than $260,000 in scholarships and equipment to…

A women reads the Como magazine in front of a fake fireplace

Started from the bottom, now we’re here.

Our loyal readers and followers know that each issue of COMO Magazine follows a specific…

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Impact COMO 2022 – Luncheon

A BIG “thank you” to everyone who took the time to attend our 2022 Impact…

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a group of people outside assembled at the starting line of the Kindness Walk

Supporting the Special Needs Student Population

If you are the parent of a school-aged child, there’s a good chance you’re familiar…

The Impact Issue Cover for COMO magazine

Making an Impact

I love that we named this one The Impact Issue. It’s been The Nonprofit Issue…

Group of attendees at the Young Life summer camp outside at Crooked Creek Ranch

Join a board. Volunteer your time.

Wow! I am not even sure where to start with the Impact Issue, because dang…

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In the Trenches

As the Veterans United Foundation explored ways to fill a needs gap in the community…

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Impact COMO 2022

Not a week goes by that our community isn’t in some way influenced or inspired…