Jennifer Winkelman’s passion for pups is seen both in her training work and her philanthropic efforts Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith In the late ‘90s, Jennifer and her family faced one of the hardest times in their lives. After fighting a more than 20-year battle with cancer, Jennifer’s...
Capital City CASA therapy dog Olive has helped 100-plus children Story by Samantha Pogue Since 2016, a young 16-year-old teenage girl has worked with the Capital City Court-Appointed Special Advocates(CASA), which connects children in the legal system who have been abused, neglected or found in...
Animals of all kinds find sanctuary at Where Pigs Fly Farm and Pigs Aloft Museum Story and photos by Sally Ince “When pigs fly” is what Cindy Brenneke told her brother years ago when he asked when she would return to the farm life. Yet, her love for animals did exactly that. Cindy grew up on a farm...
Staff, readers share information, photos of their precious pets They are our loyal protectors, our obsessions, our family members, our best friends. Pets complete us in so many ways, and HER Magazine asked its staff and readers to share why their canine and feline companions truly are their BFF’s....
18-year-old Jordan Dearman successfully aims toward gaining national titles and sponsorship Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Collin Krabbe Jordan Dearman’s father Gil had an enjoyable, encouraging way to teach his young daughter aim and accuracy when shooting a bow and arrow. “When I was very...
The Infamous Royal Tigerettes have built a successful dance program on organization, hard work and camaraderie Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Mark Wilson Sixteen-year-old Ashantiera Brown had little dance experience before joining the Infamous Royal Tigerettes majorette dance team about two years...
Ria Newcomb achieves personal goal to participate in 12 5Ks in 2017 Whether it’s pink, yellow, blue or patriotic hues, Ria Newcomb has a handmade tutu in just about every color. She enjoys matching the fluffy tulle skirts with goofy sunglasses, shimmering bead necklaces, crazy knee socks and other...
CHAMOIS NATIVE WEDDING PLANNER MICHAEL NOLTE TO BE A NEW BOOK SIGNING NOV. 21 IN JEFFERSON CITY At the conclusion of every rehearsal, wedding planner Michael J. Nolte uses the same words. “Team, for the next 24 hours we are going to redefine the word ‘crisis.’ A ‘crisis’ is only when someone...
THE PANTRY PROVIDES COMPLETE FAMILY DISHES, INFORMATION FOR AFFORDABLE MEAL PLANNING Stephanie Scott-Huffman had a unique idea to dish out to the community, and Kolbi Ward had the right ingredients. Scott-Huffman wanted to reduce food insecurity and empower residents of Mid-Missouri by giving residents...
Mid-Missouri first responders, residents pay tribute to 9/11 at Tunnel To Towers 5K Run/Walk For firefighter Lt. Dana Cinotto, standing at the starting line of the inaugural Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation 5K Run and Walk in Jefferson City was an experience she would never forget. “There...
