Features

Local restaurateur gains fame on MasterChef

Jina Yoo, owner of Jina Yoo’s Asian Bistro, gained local fame as one of 100 finalists on the Korean television production of “MasterChef.”

Curtain rises on new Maplewood Barn Theatre

A fire two years ago destroyed the historic barn that was home to the Maplewood Barn Community Theatre. A new stage and barn will make their debut May 24 along with the theater’s
season opener, “Fiddler on the Roof.”

Made in Columbia

Manufacturing jobs stimulate Columbia’s economy

United Way’s new funding model focuses on youth services

Next year Heart of Missouri United Way will institute a national United Way initiative named Community Impact, and the new funding model will focus on youth services.

District, merchants await half-cent tax impact

The U.S. Mint produced a half-cent coin from 1793 to 1857, finally discontinuing the coin…

Tiger gets a modern twist

Owner Glynn Laverick is bringing new life to the historic Tiger Hotel. Luxury suites with stunning views now await visitors to downtown Columbia.

Hotels hope tax plan doesn’t sleep over

What would improving the Columbia Regional Airport terminal do for tourism and economic development? And…

Unbridled books

Publisher better known outside Columbia than here at home

Hiring veterans

Eight Columbia companies receive Flag of Freedom Award

Home away from home

With most Americans working eight to 12 hours a day, the need for an inviting work environment has become more important than ever.

Home sales on the rise

After shying away in 2011, homebuyers are back

Say what?

10 tips for becoming a better public speaker