A woman with wavy brown hair wears a black hat, heart-shaped earrings, and a white top with red accents. She is set against a vibrant red background and wears bright red lipstick.

Seeing Red

Make a fashion statement at True/False with this spring’s non-traditional power trio.

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.

A person with long hair is sitting cross-legged, smiling, and juggling five colorful balls labeled Wisdom, Kindness, Peace, Resilience, and a heart. The background features artistic designs and contact information.

Stamp Out the Stigma

Look Around Boone uses art to engage youth in the conversation on mental health.

Two glasses of pink champagne, a bottle of sparkling wine, a smaller bottle, and a crystal glass are on a wooden table. A small mailbox with heart decorations and heart-shaped cutouts completes the Valentines Day theme.

Sweet Sips for Young and Old

Lisa Driskel Hawxby mixes up cocktails in celebration of Valentine’s Day.

A person in a white shirt is holding a sandwich filled with slices of cured meat and fresh greens, using both hands. The sandwich has a thick, crusty bread.

February: A Closer Look

This month, we take a look at three of Columbia’s newest businesses or locations – Hemp Hemp Hooray, Beet Box, and Sagua La Grande Cuban Cafe.

Illustration of a person standing on a red sign labeled 2020, looking through a telescope. Below are blue signs labeled 2019 and 2018, indicating a progression of years. Small clouds are scattered in the background.

Legislation to Watch in 2020

This session’s pre-filed bills forecast an active election year.

A group of ten people, casually dressed, stand smiling in a warmly decorated room with wooden pillars and patterned carpet. Some wear name tags and a clock and framed picture are visible in the background.

Compassionate Care

Cedarhurst of Columbia celebrates five years of helping residents maintain their independence and hobbies in a home-like atmosphere.

A collage of five different people. The top row features two men: one with glasses and the other with a beard. The bottom row shows three individuals: a bald man in a suit, a person holding an award, and a person with short hair and tattoos.

February: Movers & Shakers

Celebrate with the business professionals in our community who are moving up, moving around, and gaining new experiences and opportunities.

Two people smiling stand in front of a wooden sign that reads Element Cryotherapy. The person on the left has long brown hair, and the person on the right is bald with a beard. Both are wearing casual clothing.

The Frozen Element

Matt and Claire Taylor bring cryotherapy to Columbia.

Three people are in a hospital room. A smiling doctor in a white coat sits next to a woman in glasses who is sitting on a bed. An older woman stands behind them, hugging both. The room has beige walls and medical equipment is visible.

A Time to Cheer

Thanks to Dr. Jonathan Collins, Racheal Acuff enjoys life after battling a deadly sepsis infection.

A modern, multi-story hospital building with large glass windows, identified as Boone Hospital Center. The main entrance is brightly lit. Surrounding landscaping is visible, and an American flag is flying. The evening sky is clear.

Diagnosis: The Future is Bright

Boone Hospital Center begins taking the necessary steps to become an independent hospital by 2021.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a large island. Five grey upholstered stools are lined up at the island. Stainless steel appliances are visible, and three pendant lights hang overhead. A vase with greenery decorates the countertop.

Lakeside Retreat

Kent and Rebecca Willett transform their farmhouse into a modern residence with a lake view and ample space for their family.