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Inside the Shakespeare's pizza shop. 3 people are seen making pizzas in black and white.

What dish or restaurant is a must-have for someone wanting to experience a unique Columbia taste?

Flyover will always be my go-to. Constantly changing menu with a few staples. Their “frequent flyers” such as the chicken fried cauliflower with smoked sweet potato puree or...

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Fingerprints on Columbia

Ray Beck helped orchestrate the city’s growth for almost 50 years....
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A Legacy of Voices

Thanks to an embarrassment of media riches, Columbia has long been home to the voices and storytellers who define mid-Missouri’s narrative....
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Cookin’ With Hoss: Marinara Sauce with Stewed Tomatoes

You say “tomato,” I say “tomahto,” but in reality, what difference does it make? It’s delicious either way. The important point is that those wonderful, locally grown red...

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Savor the Shape: The Science Behind Riedel Wine Glasses

Many wine enthusiasts and professionals believe that the shape of the glass has a significant impact on the wine-tasting experience. The shape of a wine glass, rather than...

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The Song That Still Echoes

“That / wasted breath of neon light a frail / tattoo or come-on in pools / of rain. That street, That rain / No. Our street. Our rain.”...

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The COMO Mojo: The Stories We Carry 

Memorial Day Weekend, 2025 I’ve just spent a few (or many) minutes soaking up the sun’s rays with my feet in a still-ice-cold pool. I’m at my grandmother’s...

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Your Guide to LED Landscape Lighting Systems

  • Sponsored by Rost, Inc.

Over the past several years, landscape lighting systems have improved in regards to technology, durability, and ease of installation. Low voltage, LED lighting systems have become the most...

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Why Choose Manor for Your Windows and Doors

  • Sponsored by Manor Roofing

Let’s be honest—shopping for new windows and doors isn’t exactly the most thrilling home improvement project. But it *should* be exciting. After all, you’re not just picking out...

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Leave a Legacy with Life Insurance

  • Sponsored by Mike Messer - Shelter Insurance

What steps do you take to protect the ones you love? If we stop to consider our everyday choices, we usually go to great lengths to keep each...