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 […]
Retail businesses say community has their backs during pandemic struggles Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino It’s been a tough year for local businesses. The global pandemic that began to hit Mid-Missouri in early spring has ravaged the normal ways of doing business for so many,...
She’s Native highlights area entrepreneurs with seasonal boxes Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith In the era of public health concerns, subscription boxes have grown even more popular. The Harvard Business Review reported that nearly 90 percent of subscription businesses have remained...
La Chica Loca, Ready Popped balance mobile, brick-and-mortar businesses Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Liv Paggiarino and Shaun Zimmerman Food trucks have been popular for a while now, and Jefferson City has become a home for quite a few in the last few years. Two local favorites have been La Chica...
Red Slipper Warrior Project seeks to support mental, emotional side of fighting cancer Story by Madeleine Leroux When you’re fighting cancer, there can be days where it seems like a losing battle. It’s on those days that women of the Red Slipper Warrior Project can look at a special pair...
By Gina Prosch Masks, social distancing, online classes and scheduling conflicts have led many parents to consider homeschooling for the 2020-2021 school year. The good news for Missouri residents is the state’s homeschool law allows parents the freedom and flexibility to homeschool in the way that...
Beat the heat with the best sweet treats in Mid-Missouri Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Greta Cross, Liv Paggiarino and Julie Smith Summer in Mid-Missouri means scorching heat — and a perfect opportunity to enjoy some of the amazing cold treats in our community. For many, Jefferson City is known...
How to get that professional look on your next cake Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith My father always said that for people who love baking, it’s like therapy. A home baker myself, I can attest to that. And though my confections always turn out delicious, they don’t always turn out looking...
Trainers: Don’t wait to address red flags during times of crisis Story by Nina Todea Photos by Greta Cross Lately, Sharon Klinghammer’s three more than 70-pound dogs seem to think they’re Chihuahuas. When she walks through the door coming off an eight-hour work day, they’re hot on her heels...
Missy Bonnot takes the reins at Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith Sometimes, one small thing can lead to big changes. That’s how Missy Bonnot wound up at the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce 16 years ago, taking on the position of director...
