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 […]
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...
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...
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...
Planning, research key to big savings on nutritious food Story by Madeleine Leroux When it comes to trying to get healthier, eating right is one of the most important steps. But, for so many of us, that can seem just out of reach for a number of reasons. The most common reason? It’s too expensive....
Welcome Home seeks to provide that comforting touch to gluten-free dishes Story by Madeleine Leroux Photos by Claire Hassler Robin Klebba loves to bake. You can see it on her face as she talks about watching people dig into one of her homemade products. The 28-year-old took that passion and started Welcome...
Experts provide tips for keeping proper nutrition in mind while achieving new fitness goals Story by Sally Ince When working to improve our overall wellness, good nutrition and exercise go hand in hand. Neither process is easy at first, but if we focus on the long-term benefits, our goals can evolve...
Diet leads Phyllis Powell to start Low Carb JC group Story by Madeleine Leroux Nearly two years ago, Phyllis Powell began a new food regimen with her husband. Though the couple had hoped for good results, it’s hard to tell whether they really expected the improvements that followed. Powell retired...
CRMC nutritionist advises intuitive eating for healthy, sustainable dietary habits Story by Madeleine Leroux Getting healthy can seem like a daunting challenge. For so many of us, it means substantial lifestyle changes, and those aren’t easily accomplished. We decided to sit down with an area dietician...
