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Stepping into Action

Under the tree that sits in front of Hickman High School, Rolando Barry discovered the…

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Skylarking

There are many perks to this job.  First of all, we get to spend our…

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The COMO Scene

If you have known me for any length of time, you likely know that I…

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Meet Samantha Boisclair: True/False Film Fest Events Producer

Every year Columbia welcomes filmmakers and film lovers from all over the world for a…

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Meet Eric Hatch: True/False Film Fest Programmer and Lead Music Programmer

Every year Columbia welcomes filmmakers and film lovers from all over the world for a…

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Favorite Places

Ernie’s Cafe My go-to is Ernie’s Café! There are several reasons why it’s my favorite,…

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Skylarking

One of the most interesting sections of Skylark Bookshop is up on the mezzanine floor,…

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The Dream Continues

As we approach the birthday of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., I…

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The Future of Columbia

I am so excited to bring you this issue! The team has worked extremely hard…

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John Fabsits & Elizabeth Leatherman

How did you meet?John: Lenoir Woods — we met at the assisted living center. We…

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A Vital Part

The Red Cross was founded in 1881 by Clara Barton as a response to her…

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A Day in the Life of a Firefighter

“Family” is the word that comes to mind as Tommy Goran, an alumnus of the…