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...
Make sure vaccinations are on your back-to-school list By Tara Fergerson Paper. Pencils. Notebooks. Planners. Crayons and markers. And vaccinations. These are some of the things children may need when returning back to school this fall. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vaccines...
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 […]
Area residents step up in times of crisis Story by Madeleine Leroux “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’ To this day, especially in times of disaster, I remember my […]
Self-care is important during stressful, anxious time By Laurel Kramer As I write this article, it is Easter weekend 2020, after 28 days of “sheltering at home” due to the COVID-19 pandemic, closing schools, churches and businesses. Like everyone in our community, we are all adjusting to how much...
Health Department director takes lead role in local coronavirus efforts Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Julie Smith and Liv Paggiarino It’s been a long spring for Kristi Campbell. As director of the Cole County Health Department, Campbell has taken a lead role during the coronavirus pandemic. And that...
With social distancing and stay-at-home orders creating the new normal, many of us are looking for new activities or projects we can take on while staying home. We’ve compiled a list of 10 things you can do from your house, from child-friendly projects to solo activities. GET CRAFTY Probably the most...
