Have your heart set on a white Christmas? Then don’t forget to enter the annual Guaranteed White Christmas contest held by the Jefferson City Parks and Recreation Department and Jefferson City Sub Shop. One lucky family in Mid-Missouri will win a truck load of snow from the Washington Park Ice Arena...
Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith They come from all walks of life. Even with nothing else in common, they share at least one bond — they’re all survivors. Several Mid-Missouri women have opted to share their stories of strength and survival after battling breast cancer, and they will...
Breast nurse navigators help guide patients through complex system Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Sally Ince Being diagnosed with breast cancer, it can feel like the world around you has stopped. But it hasn’t. And now that the diagnosis has been made, there’s a litany of doctor’s appointments,...
State’s only suicide prevention coordinator discusses role Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Sally Ince Stacey Williams has spent the past three years with the Missouri Department of Mental Health, where she takes on the role of the state’s suicide prevention coordinator. September is National...
Donna Deetz uses background in antiques, collections at Click2Sell4U & Kay’s Collectibles Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith For nearly 10 years, Donna Deetz has helped many across Mid-Missouri with getting rid of a variety of items through Click2Sell4U & Kay’s Collectibles...
Inaugural women’s conference seeks to nourish Mid-Missouri women Story by Madeleine Leroux Photo by Sally Ince Looking to provide Mid-Missouri women with a day devoted to their well-being, inside and out, Rebecca Welsh began planning for the first INSPIRE conference. The conference, hosted by the nonprofit...
Photos by Greta Cross The Jefferson City Dream Time Princess Ball was held on June 29. The ball was hosted at Capital Bluffs Event Center and offered photo opportunities, crafts and snacks for the young princesses who were able to visit with their favorite fairy tale princess while in full costume.
Photos by Greta Cross The 69th Jefferson City Jaycees Cole County Fair was held July 29 through Aug. 3 at the Jefferson City Jaycees Fairgrounds, 1445 Fairgrounds Road. This year’s theme was “It’s All Fun!” and it showed throughout the week of activities, carnival rides and games, vendors, shows...
Photos by Greta Cross The Piccadilly in White returned to High Street in downtown Jefferson City on Aug. 3. Hosted by Downtown Jefferson City, the event helps fund raise for the beautification of the downtown area. The night includes cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as well as the piccadilly auction, which...
Photos by Keena Lynch of Lincoln University and Carrie Tergin The Blue Tiger Athletics Club held its annual Casino Night fundraiser in the Jason Gym on Aug. 10. The event allows patrons to enjoy drinks, food and lots of games, all while supporting the local university.
