aerial view of downtown Columbia, Missouri

Favorite Places

Ernie’s Cafe My go-to is Ernie’s Café! There are several reasons why it’s my favorite,…

three copies of a yellow book with the title "Fuzz" by Mary Roach

Skylarking

One of the most interesting sections of Skylark Bookshop is up on the mezzanine floor,…

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a man named "Jerrell jackson" in front of a mural with the outline of a person running

Jerrell Jackson: Inspiring the Next Generation of Athletes

After playing for the Mizzou football team and a number of teams in the NFL,…

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John Fabsits & Elizabeth Leatherman

How did you meet?John: Lenoir Woods — we met at the assisted living center. We…

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a firefighters personal gear resting on the ground outside of a firetruck

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter

“Family” is the word that comes to mind as Tommy Goran, an alumnus of the…

exterior of a brick building with a sign that says "Sager Reeves Gallery"

An Artist by Nature, a Gallerist by Trade

The Sager Reeves Art Gallery is nestled at the heart of the North Village Arts…

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Wide shot of the living room sofa green chairs fireplace and adjoining room in the back.

A Country Christmas

Imagine a Christmas in the country: a grand estate with lots of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking…

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a dipping cup of spilled sauce on a white surface

Good & Messy BBQ

Nothing can beat Kansas City barbecue — except maybe a few of Columbia’s gems. There…

cranberry crisp dessert served in a white quiche dish resting on a wooden table

Straight from the Chef’s Mouth: Holiday Dish Recipes from Your Favorite Local Chefs

Louis Marrero | The Social Room For Louis Marrero, head chef at The Social Room,…

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close up of a handmade silver turquoise necklace

Silversmithing Guru: Meg Fritz

On any given evening, you may find Meg Fritz and her four-legged companion, Mayble, treading…

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a pile of chocolate covered treats resting on a white platter

Treats Unleashed: Baking for Pets

Many people have a sweet tooth, and Columbia is full of bakeries to meet the…

a wooden tray holding a wine flight of five different wines resting ona rock by a water feature

On Cloud Wine

White, red, rosé — the possibilities are endless, and they don’t stop with grapes. Though…