MU’s Biggest Salaries

It’s no surprise that the University of Missouri’s head football and basketball coaches and the…

For a happy new year, start with art

For a sampling of what Columbia’s art world promises for 2007, check out PS:Gallery’s first…

PYSK: Chris Teeter

Sculptor and Manager of Orr Street Studios AGE: 57 JOB DESCRIPTION: I have two job…

With Vox online, date night goes high-tech

Dinner and a movie—it’s such a common plan that it has become a cliché. But…

PYSK: Karen Taylor

Executive Vice President, Consumer Banking Boone County National Bank AGE: 47 JOB DESCRIPTION: My responsibilities…

Business Profile: Local entrepreneur writes e-book

If you can brave the hordes of shoppers at the mall each holiday season, you…

University Connection: Recruiting talent as well as business

One can’t help but be impressed with ongoing economic development efforts in mid-Missouri. Both the…

Guest Editorial: City should consider tax incentives to lure needed manufacturers

Boone County’s precipitous fall from 45th to 130th in a national economic ranking is alarming.…

From the Roundtable: More advance planning could reduce some snow-related problems

There have been bigger snowstorms, of course. Two weeks ago, the heavens really opened up,…

Businesses help United Way fund local programs

Columbia Area United Way volunteers coordinate community assistance through mid-Missouri agencies providing family, youth, nutrition,…

Loaves and Fishes: Budgeting and bargaining help Central Missouri Food Bank share abundance

Shoppers cast discriminating stares at ingredients listed on slightly crushed cereal boxes before adding them…

Odd Jobs: Behind the plow: Experiencing chilly work of the city’s night shift snow crews

Remember when snow day meant sledding down big hills, pelting friends with snowballs and building…