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A Spur of the Moment Decision

It was by “pure happenstance” that Neil Copeland purchased Play It Again Sports nearly 12 years ago.

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A Black and Gold Tradition

It’s an American tradition, beloved by many. David Smith, Dave Griggs, Sarah Dubbert, Jeff Windett, and Paul Showers dish about their tailgating obsessions.

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Sporting Around Columbia

It is Zach Franklin’s job to find sporting events that would be a good fit for Columbia, to sell the city, and then to bring them here.

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To Build or Not to Build: Part 1

For many, a home will be the largest purchase they ever make. When looking into purchasing a house, the question “should I build?” often comes up.

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PYSK: Brittany Boehm

How much do you know about this month’s PYSK? Brittanty Boehm is the director of football operations for the Mizzou Tigers.

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Beyond the Arena

Tanner Mills, Julie Dorn, and Jason Sutherland take what they learned from their athletic carerer at Mizzou and apply it to the professional world.

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August: Briefly in the News

The latest news featuring Columbia College, MU Urgent Care, MasterTech Plumbing, The Boone County History & Culture Center, and Midwest Special News Trust.

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Life’s a Pitch

The Boone softball team was put together in 1989 as a social group and stress relief from the rigors of work at Boone Hospital Center.

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Summer’s Sweetest Crop

Peach Tree Farm has been growing the delicacy that Missourians love for three decades.

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August: Movers & Shakers

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

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Making a Difference Every Day

Coach Gary Pinkel’s latest venture is the culmination of his life’s work and passion: a new foundation, which aims to make a difference everyday.

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Mutual Support

First held in 1985, the Show-Me State Games signed up 600 athletes. Fast forward to last year and nearly 29,000 athletes flocked to Columbia.