Nature versus Nurture
After more than a year of being stuck at home, parents are finally venturing out and socializing with other adults. Babies certainly need quality time with their mothers and fathers — but they also need it with Mother Earth..
2021 Cutest Pet Winners
For the second year, we went searching for the most adorable animals in Columbia. We received entries in the form of dozens of dogs, a cache of cats and a passel of pets to populate our unique pet
One Versatile Vehicle
Biscuits have a multitude of savory and sweet preparations. Two of my favorites are strawberry shortcakes and biscuits and gravy. You can make a double, or triple batch of biscuits in the morning, and use some for B&G at breakfast, then have half of a dessert done for the evening. They also make great breakfast […]
Catch of the Day
After Katfish Katy’s closed at the end of 2020, employees, customers and frequenters of the Missouri river scene alike lamented. But, this spring, hope emerged in the form of mother-and-son team Vanessa and Jake Leitza. Katfish Katy’s reopened this April with a new take on river food, thanks to the culinary training and inventions of […]
Fun in the Sun
Spring is here, which means warmer weather and a lot more opportunity for outdoor activity. This is a great time of year to increase your physical activity while enjoying your favorite hobbies and sports. Most of us are aware that..
Poolside Sips
When I think of summer cocktails, I am immediately drawn to thoughts of spicy margaritas and palomas served out on a patio. For this cocktail, I wanted to add a twist by swapping out the tequila for a severely under-appreciated..
It’s All in the Family
Dean Baker, at age 77, is living proof that a father’s role can last a lifetime. His son, Jeff Baker, age 47, is living proof that the loving bonds of family can..
Television Anchor Jim Riek
Jim Riek has vanished from the KOMU newscast. More likely than not, wherever he is at this moment, there’s a broad smile on his face, reflecting his good-natured approach to life. He’s probably on a..
Victory Dance
What started as a tomato rescue project — yes, you read that right — in 2015 is now an heirloom seed and plant business providing Missourians..
A Transitional Retreat
Whether you’ve been to Hockman Interiors or are a patient at Columbia Orthopaedic Group, chances are you’ve met one of the Hockmans. Sherry, owner of Hockman Interiors, and David, a surgeon at the orthopaedic group, have lived in Columbia for more than 17 years – all in the same home. Their home was actually […]
Dueling DJs
Each issue, two on-air talents from two different Zimmer Radio Group stations will voice their opinions on what you might call a controversial topic. This issue, check out Liz’s and Jordan’s takes on where they go for the perfectly concocted cocktail.
Bluetail Medical Group
Learn more about regenerative medicine from Dr. Kristin Oliver, co-founder of Bluetail Medical Group, and Inside Columbia’s Thought Leader representing the Regenerative Medicine Industry. Bluetail offers a natural alternative to surgery and traditional pain management for patients with orthopedic injuries and chronic pain.
Peak Sport & Spine
Lindsay Bell, Mark Dempsey, Shelton Blevins and Taalor Stevenson share their knowledge on physical therapy and sports medicine as Inside Columbia’s Thought Leaders representing the Physical Therapy industry. Peak Sport & Spine is the largest privately owned outpatient physical therapy company in Missouri and is 100% therapist owned.
SOA Architecture
Learn more about building timelines and plans from SOA Architecture, Inside Columbia’s Thought Leader representing the commercial architecture industry. Hear from Jen Hedrick, president, and Brad Stegemann and Nick Borgmeyer, architects and associate principals, about how SOA has been helping Columbians with their buildings since 1987.
Liberty Family Medicine
Hear more about family medicine from Dr. Bridget Gruender, owner of Liberty Family Medicine and medical insurance from Jason Gruender, owner of Liberty Insurance Solution, both representing Inside Columbia’s Thought Leaders in the Family Medicine industry. Liberty Family Medicine and Liberty Insurance Solution together provide a unique cost-sharing approach to medical care that helps individuals […]
Robinson & Ries Orthodontics
Find out more about the Orthodontic Care industry from Robinson & Ries’ David Ries, Inside Columbia’s Thought Leader representing the Orthodontic Care industry. Robinson & Ries has been helping children and adults with their smiles for more than 31 years.
EnergyLink
Learn from Inside Columbia’s Thought Leader Craig Stichter, project executive of EnergyLink, representing the Renewable Energy industry. EnergyLink was founded in 2010 in Missouri and is an engineering, procurement and construction firm that installs renewable energy and energy efficiency products for commercial businesses and non-profits.
A Will To Wed
When Elizabeth Duesenberg and Will DelGrosso were students at Lindenwood College in St. Louis, they were introduced by mutual friends who were dating and wanted another couple to double date with. When Will proposed, he took Elizabeth to the
