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Just a Little Closer

Most people agree that nature is beautiful, but Columbia resident Abdul-Rahman Abdul-Kafi thinks it’s even more beautiful close up....
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Living History

If you’ve lived in Columbia for any length of time, there’s a good chance you’ve driven by the house known by many names: the Hobbit House, the Hansel...

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Favorite Places

Ernie’s Cafe My go-to is Ernie’s Café! There are several reasons why it’s my favorite, but for starters — pun intended — breakfast has always been my thing,...

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Jerrell Jackson: Inspiring the Next Generation of Athletes

After playing for the Mizzou football team and a number of teams in the NFL, Jerrell Jackson has seen his name in lights more than the average person...

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John Fabsits & Elizabeth Leatherman

How did you meet?John: Lenoir Woods — we met at the assisted living center. We were introduced by a mutual friend at an EPIC young professional casino night....

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A Day in the Life of a Firefighter

“Family” is the word that comes to mind as Tommy Goran, an alumnus of the 2020 class of 20 under 40, talks about his experiences working with the...

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An Artist by Nature, a Gallerist by Trade

The Sager Reeves Art Gallery is nestled at the heart of the North Village Arts District in Columbia. The gallery hosts the work of over 100 artists from...

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A Country Christmas

Imagine a Christmas in the country: a grand estate with lots of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking several acres; horses grazing peacefully in the pasture; the interior dripping with garland,...

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Good & Messy BBQ

Nothing can beat Kansas City barbecue — except maybe a few of Columbia’s gems. There are a lot of places and things to love about Columbia, and barbecue...

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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, the holiday season does not bring to mind images of conventional, Midwestern fare....