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Instilling Hope: Missouri Girls Town

In 1953, the Missouri chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs recognized a need…

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Who’s responsible for those 401(k) fiduciary duties? 

Jerry Seinfeld memorably turned the idea of being responsible on its head during the “The…

Cowboy Caviar

Cookin’ With Hoss: Texas Caviar

It’s just around the corner. Yes, the summer soiree season is coming right up, and…

Columbia

Ready to get away? Try a COMO staycation

In my role as mayor, one of my favorite tasks to do is provide the…

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Questions and Arrows  

What is prayer and how do we pray? Such a good question.  Like any relationship…

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Empowering the Next Generation 

I am honored to be one of the first to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the…

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Cookin’ With Hoss: Hot Bacon Dressing

Springtime in Missouri. There’s probably not a better season to enjoy, although being able to…

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Reflections: Counting the Years

As I celebrated my fortieth birthday, it felt like a significant milestone, a point of…

Loaves and Fishes

I Am the Bread of Life 

We often live in fear that we won’t have what we need.  I remember when…

2016 20U40 Magazine Spread

Thankful and Optimistic: Reflecting on 20 Under 40

In 2016, I was recognized in CBT’s 20 Under 40 class. I had never heard…

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What did your 20 Under 40 selection and experience mean to you?

Being chosen as a member of 20 Under 40 was an honor for many reasons…

Erica Pefferman

A Moment to Reflect

This last week has been filled with opportunities to really reflect on what we are…