Jon Whitaker is a certified cicerone and Beer Program Director at International Tap House in Kansas City, Mo. American craft beer has been the focus of my career for just under a decade, and I plan on keeping it that way for some time. That being said, if I get one last beer before I […]
Eating out is an integral part of our culture. In fact, it is synonymous with celebrations, long and hectic work schedules, or a quick fix when a fast-food run allows for time with family. When eating out is inevitable, knowing where to look for healthy alternatives will help you stay in the vicinity of the […]
Scott Pauley’s “detached garage” is enviable. It is more than 2,800 square feet of lodge comfort and working space, filled with all the amenities to make work, hobby and family life easier. Pauley designed the shed on a piece of yellow paper. “I knew what I wanted and what I wanted to be able to […]
Twenty seems to be Mark Brown’s lucky number: 20 years on the road touring with famous rock stars like AC/DC and Fleetwood Mac, and now 20 years of success in owning Buckingham Smokehouse Bar-B-Q in Columbia. The founding of Buckingham is an unusual story. Brown lived on the road, setting up stages and driving tour […]
What if? It’s the open-ended question everyone asks at some point while analyzing the possibilities of what could have been or what will be. While the question can be asked in a positive context, the emotions that generally accompany the query are grief, doubt and fear — grief over the loss of a loved one, […]
This summer’s hottest concert ticket isn’t actually a single ticket, but rather a series: The Missouri Symphony Orchestra’s Hot Summer Nights Music Festival. Under the direction of Maestro Kirk Trevor, the festival ambitiously presents 24 concerts in 42 days, kicking off on June 7, and running through July 14. Hot Summer Nights started in 2004, […]
Columbia adds another form of film to its festival roster this year with the first annual VidWest Music Video Festival, a two-day celebration of the synthesis of music and film beginning on June 1 with a kickoff concert at Rose Music Hall. Venues scattered throughout the downtown area will feature unique and intimate screening installations […]
Meredith Scheneman and Danny Hill wed on May 20, 2017, at Sorensen Estate. The wedding had a romantic garden feel and the reception, fueled by 2,000 cookies, was punctuated by a lively yet poignant dance to the ’80s favorite, “Footloose.” The couple met in August 2012 through a mutual friend. In 2014, they traveled to […]
No other children’s book author stands out quite like the imaginative Dr. Seuss. The memorable, colorful, fantastical worlds he created found a home in the hearts of teachers, parents and young readers. Through his inventive characters and rhyming verse, Dr. Seuss has inspired youth for generations to chase their dreams and never stop imagining. This […]
Tacos are a crowd favorite, especially as the weather begins to heat up and you are looking for a quick fix for the family dinner. This recipe is easily doubled to feed a larger crowd for an outdoor hangout. It’s a foolproof carnitas recipe that doesn’t disappoint, so don’t be surprised if you end up […]
Emmett Russell pulls on his worn gloves and slides clear plastic safety glasses over his eyes before picking out a sheet of metal and plugging in the welder. His gray “Russellbilt” sweatshirt keeps him warm as he works in the coolness of his garage. A process of flying sparks, measuring, and trial and error begins […]
Over the Memorial Day weekend, thousands of bicyclists take part in the annual jamboree, riding the MKT Trail from Flat Branch Park in Columbia to Kemper Park in Boonville, where they camp overnight or stay in local accommodations. Riders can stop along the way in Huntsdale, Rocheport and New Franklin to hear live music and […]
New York City’s Harlem Renaissance erupted onto the arts scene nearly a century ago as one of the most influential periods for African-American literature, music and performance. Through the roaring ’20s, smoke-filled clubs transformed into jazz music halls attracting audiences to legendary artists such as Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith and Billie Holiday. This revolutionary period […]
Fashion has long been in fashion at Stephens College — it presented its first The Collections Fashion Show nearly 75 years ago, in 1944. Fashion design students work throughout the school year to turn their ideas into designs, and those designs into garments for various categories including creative denim, weekend wear, contemporary sportswear and tailored […]
– PROMOTIONAL CONTENT – Brian Buchheit never intended to go into the family business. As a child, Buchheit’s father, All Star Automotive owner Bob Buchheit, would bring him to work on Saturdays as a way to spend time together. Those Saturdays spent at the automotive repair shop left an impact on Buchheit, and he soon […]
The path to literary success rarely follows a straight line. That was the case for mystery novelist Jill Orr. After getting her bachelor’s degree in journalism at the University of Missouri, Orr worked in advertising. Eventually she went back to school and got her masters in social work, but after the birth of her son, […]
Founded in 2015, ForColumbia has a simple mission: Bring Columbia Christians together to share God’s love by serving their community. “As Christians, we’re called to love and serve our neighbors,” Shelly Mayer, director of ForColumbia, says. “We’re just trying to get together for the good of the city. There’s no agenda other than that.” ForColumbia […]
Let’s face it, life is crazy busy. We have jobs, families, friends, pets and a plethora of other activities to keep us busy. Sometimes you just want to take it easy and throw together a bright and fresh dinner to lighten the load. This salmon with yogurt sauce and watercress is the perfect dish to […]
Poke bowls and rolled ice cream are the focus of a new restaurant on Broadway called A Little More, a new Asian cuisine restaurant nestled between Slackers and U.S. Bank. “It’s very DIY-style for a sushi restaurant,” says owner Jay Zheng. Japanese food is becoming increasingly popular in the U.S., Zheng says. “People are looking […]
Whether you’ve been diagnosed with a gastrointestinal disorder, celiac disease, or have been following social media accounts that claim going gluten-free is a magic pill for weight loss, the pros and cons of a gluten-free diet vary. Before you embark on a gluten-free lifestyle, it’s worth gaining an understanding of the many facets of gluten […]
