Features

Rewriting the Story in CPS

Columbia Public Schools addresses the city’s economic issues. A map of the Columbia public school…

CPS Free- and Reduced-Price Lunch Percentages

This piece originally appeared in print as part of “Rewriting the Story” Elementary Schools Alpha…

Get Them Ready

The Cradle to Career Alliance bets on research and collaboration to improve the odds for Boone County children and, eventually, the state’s economy.

Dianne Lynch’s Master Class

Led by President Dianne Lynch, Stephens College solidifies a niche for itself in the changing…

Having Safe Fun in the Sun

  Making sure your dog is ready for the heat. Here we are in Missouri,…

Whoa, Kindergarten.

  Becoming a whole new mom. For each step of my child’s life, I have…

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Forever Loved

Denise McDaniel’s story is a series of lessons on heartbreak and healing. She’s still teaching…

One Fine Day

  The art of talking to teenagers.  For years, I’ve asked my kids the same…

Unsung Hero: Jill Bacon

  Photos by Keith Borgmeyer “Unsung”: not celebrated or praised “Hero”: a person noted for…

Crazy for Coconuts

Coconut has always been around, but only recently has it become popular as a “healthier”…

Coconut Oil: What to do with it?

  The healthy and holistic lifestyle has become a hot topic of conversation. Log into…

#Cheers

Make sure you know beforehand whether you’re going to have drinks or dranks. Then, pick…