Mothers tackle challenges as they take on education at home Story by Nina Todea Photos by Julie Smith Three-year-old Hayden Varner just wasn’t having it anymore. He was used to routine and the safety that came with it. He was used to his naps at a certain time, his blanket laid a certain way. And […]
Young women gain traction in technology, esports fields Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Claire Hassler and Liv Paggiarino When Sarah Long first joined the robotics club at Helias Catholic High School, she knew there would not be anyone else like her there. “It was kind of nerve-wracking when I first...
Z-Club to hold first Girl Empowerment Day Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino Looking to have a positive impact on young girls before they hit the often turbulent high school years, the Z-Club of Jefferson City is hosting its first ever Girl Empowerment Day. The event, set for 10 a.m.-2...
By Kerri Morris April is Autism Awareness month, a chance to share information on a topic that many have heard of, but may not fully understand. Autism or ASD, autism spectrum disorder, is a developmental disorder generally characterized by difficulties in communication and social interactions. Autism...
Photos by Jenna Kieser The second Jefferson City Children’s Business Fair was held April 20 at the McClung Park Indoor Pavilion. Thirteen business owners and entrepreneurs, ages 5-17, received a first-hand experience with customer service, marketing, advertising and sales. They had to interact with...
3 prominent, hardworking women in Jeff City show mothers can truly do it all Story and photos by Sally Ince Since the second half of the 20th century, women have made major contributions to the U.S. labor force. According to a study published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in June of 2017,...
Marianne Asher-Chapman and her organization give a voice to families and their missing loved ones Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith Marianne Asher-Chapman and her daughter Angela Michelle Yarnell had a close, special bond. Each week, they would talk on the phone at least twice, but they...
Missouri River Quilt Guild members preserve the art, provide ideas and strengthen family bonds Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Sally Ince The first quilt Beverly Shelton ever made was for her daughter Tanya Harrel. Its intricate design displayed a “a trip around the world,” and Bev gave...
New after-school mentorship program pairs LU students with Lewis and Clark middle-schoolers Story and photos by Samantha Pogue When seventh-grader Kelise Baugh came to the first Girlz Empowerment Zone after-school program session at Lewis and Clark Middle School, she didn’t know what to expect. She entered...
Places to go and things to know Story by Samantha Pogue Say the word “ride” and my dog Albert is by his leash at the front door, ready to hit the road. It doesn’t matter where we are going. It’s usually somewhere close like a quick trip to the store, picking up my niece from track practice...
