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11 Years of Solar Energy

Dogwood Solar has been providing renewable solar energy to the Columbia community and beyond
for 11 years.

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The Journey Toward Clean Energy

Renew Missouri lobbies to bring renewable energy to a state lacking in solar and wind power.

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Turning Over a New Leaf

Plant YouTuber Becca De La Paz and her collection of houseplants are making COMO home.

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Busy Bee

From Culinary to Apiary: How Jacques Laboile transitioned from chef to beekeeper and owner of Bonne Femme Honey Farm.

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Growing Wild: From Invasive to Native

How to identify invasive plants and restore a natural habitat.

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This Isn’t HGTV

The City’s Home Rehab and Energy Efficiency program is here to help homeowners make needed repairs.

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Carrie Hargrove & Billy Polansky

Carrie Hargrove and Billy Polansky talk about how they met, their love of gardening, and more.

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March: Closer Look

This month, we take a look at three of Columbia’s businesses – Morpheus IV Hydration & Infusion Center, Vigor MVMNT, and Airmagination.

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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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March: Briefly in the News

The latest news featuring Eagle Scouts, Columbia College, Boone Hospital Center, the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau, KOPN, OATS, and the Missouri Bicentennial.

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Bridging the Gap

The MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders helps support people with autism, families, and the community.

A Bull Terrier with a black patch on its eye is standing on its hind legs, peering over a wooden divider with a playful expression. Behind it, other dogs are lounging and playing on a green floor in a dog daycare setting.

A Home Away from Home

Finding the perfect boarding house for your furry friend isn’t as hard it may seem. Here are some things to consider before your next vacation.