What to expect when traveling in 2021 Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino The weekend of Black Friday and Cyber Monday came with a flurry of unexpected work for Becky Bowman, owner at Classic Travel and Tours. For days, people jumped on deals, planning out their 2021 summers optimistically....
5 tips for the ultimate staycation Story by Madeleine Leroux The past year has been incredibly stressful for so many of us. And with the pandemic causing global disruptions to travel, it can be hard to find a way to disconnect from our daily stress and get that all too important time to rest and […]
Experts tackle COVID-19 and pregnancy concerns A global pandemic can make the joy of becoming a mom even more stressful. It can be hard to know what to expect and easy to be concerned about the situation – should you go to in-person medical appointments? Who can stay with you in the hospital? Will...
What to keep in mind when planning a wedding during a pandemic Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino Jordyn Pitts jokes her wedding would make the perfect Amazon advertisement. For two months, she scoured the website from top to bottom, picking out florals for her centerpieces and burgundy and white...
Pandemics are NOT covered When planning a wedding, it’s important to be aware of wedding insurance and what it covers. First and foremost, wedding insurance is not going to cover any pandemic-related postponements or cancellations. (There may be exceptions if you purchased it before the pandemic,...
Tips to help you cut that budget while still having the wedding you’ve always wanted Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino There’s so many wonderful things to look forward to when planning your wedding. Finding the perfect dress, the perfect venue, the perfect cake … it can seem...
Renovation aims to turn Ivy Terrace into small wedding venue Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith It’s a home well-known to most in Jefferson City. One that has spent years in neglect, while many in the community worried whether it would be too far gone to save. But the saving has begun....
Ana Marie’s Bridal shows latest bridal trends Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino Whether you’ve always dreamed of being the fairy tale princess, with sparkles and embellishments, or imagined more of a clean, elegant look, with simple lines and bold features, there’s...
Debbie Hamler transitions from administration at SLC to fundraising Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith Don’t ask Debbie Hamler how retirement is going. After 35 years with the Special Learning Center, the majority of which she spent serving as executive director, it was announced earlier...
In the wake of COVID-19, local entertainment is finding ways to keep going Story by Nina Todea Photos by Liv Paggiarino At 52 years old and with a battle with cancer under her belt, Jenny Babcock has learned to trust her gut. When coronavirus hit Missouri in mid-March, she knew her best decision was to […]
