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Cut-rate cremation improves options for grieving families

For some destinations, airlines offer low-rate fares. But if you’re looking for an economical, no-frills…

Internet changing home sale strategies

Technology has dramatically changed the way consumers and businesses communicate. What was once global is…

Phoenix targets under-treated population

If there’s one thing Deborah Beste has learned in her 12 years at Phoenix Programs,…

MU energy management needs super-powered staff

If you had a crack team in charge of optimizing the efficiency and innovation of…

What’s our favorite car?

Trick question: It’s a truck. Take a close look around any major parking lot in…

Smoking ban nail in coffin for café

The landmark Bull Pen Café at the east end of Business Loop 70 is closing…

Socket leaves downton, Allen’s staying on 9th Street

Blooms will replace books in August when Allen’s Flowers takes over a portion of the…

A SERIES SHOWCASING LOCAL BUSINESSES’ BEST SITES Getting fit online with Shape Up Missouri

If you think you can’t lose weight in cyberspace, you’re wrong. It’s mandatory on Shape…

Jefferson City chamber promotes local growth strategy as state government stagnates

Ralph Kalberloh chuckles remembering a discussion that took place four decades ago when he was…

Candidates outline positions on development costs

The Columbia City Council campaign is in full swing. On March 15, the Columbia Board…

IconoPsych reduces paperwork, increases patient access

Dr. Jason Cafer is a bit frustrated with work. As University of Missouri psychiatry resident,…

THE LIFELINE OF THE FUR TRADE:A local buyer’s role in a historic industry

Local fur buyer Bill Geiger stood in a crowd of buyers, trappers and spectators at…