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interior view of a library with rows and rows of bookshelves stocked with books and tall skinny windows on one wall of the library

What’s on the Shelf at Daniel Boone Regional Library?

One of the myths that Margaret Conroy, executive director of Daniel Boone Regional Library, hopes…

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From Startup to Success

Bringing It All Together Brothers Jabbok and Willy Schlacks were working in the construction industry…

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Leadership in Hard Times

Leadership has never been tougher. Few want to assume the responsibility of leading a tee ball…

headshot of a man named Brian Yearwood inside of a office building

Dr. Brian Yearwood

Job description  The superintendent is responsible for implementing the school board’s vision by making day-to-day…

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exterior of a high end mid century modern home with black siding and wooden accent features and a white SUV parked in the driveway

Northern Luxury

“Cookie cutter” is the antithesis of the luxury custom homes Jason Sutherland and Jerrod Thompson…

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A brunette ballerina in a black leotard and pink tights putting on pink ballet pointe shoes

Let’s Dance

Classes in Columbia Dancearts of Columbia110 N. Tenth St.(573) 875-1569danceartsofcolumbia.com Columbia Dance Academy4250 E. Broadway…

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exterior landscaping of a high end backyard with a pool and outdoor kitchen set up

A Backyard Designed For Making Memories

Walk out the back door of Jeremy and Jessica Spillman’s 4,000-square-foot house, which Jeremy built…

close up headshot of a man named Darren Morton against a light blue background

Darren Morton

Job description Along with supervising staff, I also work to build relationships and provide hope…

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Reimagining MU’s Social Justice Centers

“We have a social contract with our students,” MU Vice Chancellor of Inclusion, Diversity, and…

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A couple sitting at a table in a mexican resturant with two different orders of tacos, two margaritas served on the table

Elevating Tradition at Casa Maria’s Mexican Cantina

Quicklybecoming known for its authentic yet modern cuisine, colorful array of cocktails, and eye-catching interior,…

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Ready for Hire

As “Help Wanted” signs line storefronts and businesses across the country struggle to fill open…

A teacher teaching a lesson to a group of small children inside of a classroom

Cultivating Future Teachers

COMOEd is a program that is committed to recruiting and retaining locally educated and culturally…