Living

A smiling person wearing a white t-shirt and a black cap sits outdoors in front of a leafy green background. They are also wearing a red apron.

Farm to Table, Student to Chef

A local young man gets his culinary start at the Columbia Area Career Center

A modern house with light wooden siding and large windows is surrounded by greenery. A small patio with a table and chairs is visible beside the house. The lush lawn and trees create a serene, natural setting.

Small but Mighty

This tiny home in the heart of Columbia was built with efficiency and style in mind.

A vibrant aquarium scene with a yellow tang, two clownfish, colorful corals, a red starfish, and diverse marine plants against a deep blue background.

A Man’s Best Fin

How Kayvon Ashrafzadeh’s carnival prize turned into a lifelong passion.

A large group of students wearing red shirts and beige pants sit on bleachers in a gymnasium. They hold a banner that reads Safe Sober School Ambassador Program. A wall clock is visible above, showing 6:20.

Making Everyone’s Safety a Priority

A program unique to Missouri aims to protect students from making poor choices.

A serene tropical backyard with lush greenery, a small pool, and sun loungers. Stone sculptures and stairs lead down to the pool area. The sun is setting, casting a warm glow over the scene.

Home Away From Home

Whether you’ve dreamed of vacationing in Estes Park, North Carolina, or Costa Rica, these local couples would love to share their second homes with you.

An Open Book

Alex George dishes on life as an author, bookshop owner, festival founder, and world traveler.

A street food vendor wearing a black cap and red apron prepares food at a brightly lit stall. He is surrounded by pots of ingredients, with green herbs visible in the foreground. The background is warmly lit in orange tones.

Meet Me in CDMX

A long, gluttonous weekend in Mexico City reveals the area’s history and changing culture through food.

A judge in a suit examines dogs lined up in a row at an indoor dog show. Handlers kneel beside each dog, adjusting their stance. An audience watches from behind ropes. The setting is a large, well-lit venue.

A Labor of Love

Eddie Dzuik shares his experience as a judge in one of the oldest sporting events in history.

Two people sit facing each other on a dark couch. One holds a red notebook and pen, wearing a white shirt and olive pants, suggesting a possible counseling session. The other has long dark hair, wearing a light blue shirt and jeans.

Unlocking the Brain

A closer look at how EMDR treatment can desensitize the stress resulting from trauma.

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Minimal Invasion, Massive Relief

A uterine artery embolization gives Karla Church relief from painful menstrual cycles.

10 Tips for Cultivating a Joy-Filled Life

Beth Bramstedt shares suggestions for putting a bounce in your step and a smile on your face this spring.

A person wearing a purple glove holds a poppy seed bun hot dog in a white takeout container. The hot dog is topped with mustard, relish, onions, and peppers. The background is blurred, and the person is wearing an orange shirt.

Eating on the Loop

Navigating the Business Loop’s finest eateries.

Living

COVID Reflections

Dirty Jobs

Murphy and Heath Challenge Buffaloe for Mayor’s Seat

CPS Board Candidates Talk Yearwood Departure, Charter Schools