Great Circle a safe haven for Columbia children

Before Great Circle set up an operation in Columbia, people in the community trying to…

‘Gift’ of the Sales Tax

It’s on again, off again — in the wake of a perceived spike in local…

A Place to Learn

Seven years ago, the rushing waters of Hurricane Katrina blasted through houses, schools and businesses…

Proposed downtown gateways a “butt of ridicule”

The idea of having the City of Columbia assume proprietorship of certain streets presently under…

Tony Grove and Stella Hardnock

For Columbia natives Tony Grove and Stella Grove (Hardnock), a wedding should be a stress-free affair—with some serious sparkle.

Blues in Schools


When someone brings up the Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival, people likely imagine the…

Who’s Paying for ‘Attractions?’

For many through travelers, Columbia represents a place to fuel up, grab something to eat and maybe…

A Sign of the Times

A three-month moratorium  to draw up regulations for electronic signs and billboards marks the latest phase…

Andy Hall and Anneke Jeffries

In 2012, Andy Hall and Anneke Jeffries ushered in the New Year miles and cultures…

The 4th Ward: A Laboratory for Study

The drone poised at Broadway and Providence Road is ready for a bird’s eye tour of Columbia’s 4th Ward. The…

Erica Beshore

Who is Dr. Erica Beshore? Age: 31 Occupation: group fitness instructor at Wilson’s Fitness Years…

A Call for Communication about Proposition One

It’s simply the most important item residents of Columbia and Boone County have been called…