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…

Mizzou Flagship Council begins

The grass-roots organization formed to protect and promote the flagship status of the Columbia campus…

Snow removal vastly improves over time

The largest snowstorm since 1995 has made snow removal a hot topic in the past…

Downtown Building Barons

Tom Atkins started a “mini Renaissance” of downtown in 1999 when he and his son,…

Raising the Barre

For Columbians whose experience in dance audiences has been limited to viewing annual performances of…

PYSK: Debbie Sheals

Architectural Historian/Historic Preservation Consultant AGE: 48 JOB DESCRIPTION: My work divides into two main categories:…

Door company has new owner, same manager

After more than two decades in the commercial door business, Bob Drainer and his two…