Günter Hans European Pub & Café is making a big change to its schedule. Starting Monday, the downtown staple will be permanently closed Mondays and Tuesdays but will add new Sunday hours of 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Günter Hans also announced on social media it will now be available to host private events seven days a […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson Did you know that 33% of adults are at risk for kidney disease? And in the U.S. alone, more than 90,000 people are on waiting lists to receive a kidney. Meet two Columbia individuals: one who is critically seeking a kidney match and another who donated a kidney for her partner. […]
Photo by L.G. Patterson Rodney Garnett’s collection of farm machinery has been taking a front seat for decades. In fact, his father got him started on the hunt for cast iron seats. “My dad started collecting the seats and I’ve just been continually adding to it,” Garnett says. “We have a tool collection because when […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson Although he lives on 9 acres in the heart of Columbia and has three metal sheds full to the brim of tractors and engines, Kee Groshong isn’t about to get up in the morning and plow his small acreage. He’s more prone to start his day with a wrench in one hand […]
Additional reporting by Melody Parry Photos by L.G. Patterson You’re never too old to achieve your educational goals. Lifelong learning has become increasingly popular in recent years as Baby Boomers have reached the age of retirement. For some, the purpose of going back to school is to finish their studies and accomplish a degree. But […]
Styled by Madelyn Jones | Photos by L.G. Patterson Mid-Missouri is a fantastic place to hit the trails. Whether you’re still a beginner, just starting to learn about the available terrain, or an experienced hiker who knows the secret spots to find the best views, one thing is certain: the right equipment is key. We […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson With the start of football season comes the perfect time to throw a great tailgate party to cheer on our own Mizzou Tigers. So we asked Andrea Lyn Seppo of Andrea Lyn Events to help us come up with your guide to hosting a great tailgate party this season — right in […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson Is there anything better than time with your favorite furry companion? Lucky for local dog lovers, Columbia is quite the canine friendly place, and there’s more than a few patios that allow pups. We’ve put together a short list of a few of our favorite spots to grab a bite or […]
The Grind Coffee House has officially opened a new location on Mizzou’s campus. The Grind opened its doors at 7 a.m. Thursday inside the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute. The Missouri School of Journalism posted on Facebook on July 29 , saying The Grind was taking over the former J Café. With the addition of this […]
The Walt’s Annual Cycling & Outdoor Gear Swap Meet is back. The fall swap meet is set to take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Walt’s Bike Shop, 1217 Rogers St. in Columbia. Walt’s Bike Shops asks you to bring your used outdoor, cycling or fitness equipment prepared with a price tag. Before attending, […]
Car and caffeine enthusiasts have the perfect opportunity to combine the two at an early morning event this weekend. Cars & Coffee is set for 8-10 a.m. Saturday at Joe Machens Toyota, 1180 Vandiver Drive in Columbia. Anyone is welcome to attend the event. Multiple food trucks will be there, including 12 Baskets Kitchen and […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson I love a good Philly cheesesteak. You can always buy one (if you can find a good place), but sometimes I want onions and peppers; sometimes mushrooms; sometimes garlic; sometimes I want “Wiz” (we can talk about that one later); and sometimes I want everything. So, sometimes I cook it at home. […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson The Bee’s Knees is a cocktail that’s special to me right now because it uses hyper local ingredients and embodies what we are trying to do at Ozark Mountain Biscuit & Bar with the bar program. We think it is important to honor the classics while innovating and experimenting with new […]
Photos by L.G. Patterson Being born and raised on a cattle farm, some of my fondest memories are of riding in the truck with my dad, checking fences, water and cattle. My family still owns the same cattle operation, and we still produce some of the best meat anywhere. I’m literally all about beef. And cooking […]
This weekend, Syklark Bookshop is celebrating four years of business. From 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Skylark is thanking the community for its support over the years by giving away free books to all customers that purchase something. There also will be local authors at the birthday party available to sign and talk about their books, […]
Returning to campus means it’s time for a welcome home party. From 6-9 p.m. Saturday at Logboat Brewing Co., join the University of Missouri Graduate Professional Council to welcome all new and returning graduate and professional students to campus. The GPC welcome party is available to anyone at no cost. For more information, visit GPC’s event […]
What’s better than bringing a little bit of spooky season into summer? This weekend, people are welcome to audition for the FearFest Haunted House set for this fall. Day one of auditions are set for 5-8 p.m.Saturday at the FeatFest Haunted House on Highway 40. Just bring your best scary persona and October availability. Day […]
Love Coffee is hosting its first Crawfish Boil on Saturday. From 4-9 p.m. at the Tiger Hotel on Eighth Street, people will be able to gather for magical music, fantastic food and lots of surprises. Besides crawfish, a la carte food truck items also will be available including chicken fingers, pulled pork, fries, crawfish popcorn, […]
In September, people will have a chance to enjoy apple picking with friends and family at Huffstutter Apple Orchard, located at 2621 State Route P. The apple picking will take place from 1-3 p.m. Sept. 11 hosted by Samantha Hudson and Scout Troop 4. Any apples that do not get taken home will be donated […]
Slim Chickens in Columbia is officially celebrating National Waffle Day with chicken and waffles. On Wednesday, the famous recipe for their chicken and waffles, consisting of buttermilk waffles and hand-battered fresh chicken breast tenders, topped with butter and premium Log Cabin syrup, will be sold for $5.99. Slim Chickens’ chicken and waffles can be ordered […]
