2019’s 20 Under 40: Megan McConachie, City of Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau

Megan McConachie Strategic Communications Manager, City of Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau Age: 35 The most incredible moment of Megan McConachie’s career occurred at 1:12 p.m. on August 21, 2017, as the sun disappeared during the total solar eclipse in Columbia. It was a culmination of months of hard work. Her role in this huge […]
In Focus: Scooter City

The City of Columbia is in the middle of a three-way scooter war.
True/False Film Fest Aims for Zero-Waste

Each year, the True/False Film Fest can be counted on to draw tens of thousands of people to Columbia for a four-day celebration of documentary filmmaking. The fest’s spectators, whether they be from Boone County or beyond, have a significant impact on the local economy. They also have an increased impact on the local environment, […]
2019’s 20 Under 40: Judson Ball, Logboat Brewing Co.

Judson Ball Co-founder and Director of Marketing, Logboat Brewing Co. Age: 36 Judson Ball took a bit of a tour around Missouri while earning his bachelor’s degree and finding his niche in the business world. His journey took him to Drury College, in Springfield, and then Meramec Community College, in St. Louis, to play soccer. […]
2019’s 20 Under 40 Class Members

The 20 Under 40 recognition stems from CBT’s desire to honor outstanding professionals under the age of 40 who excel in their industry, are company leaders, and are good community citizens. In other words, each 20 Under 40 class represents the best of the best in Columbia. A special thank you goes to our presenting […]
20 Under 40 2019 Reveals – Benjamin Hamrah

Congratulations to Ben Hamrah, 35, for being chosen as part of our 2019 class of 20 Under 40! Get to know a bit about Ben before the issue: Occupation General Manager of Peachtree Catering Years lived in Columbia 30 If you could improve one thing about yourself, what would it be? I’d like to […]
20 Under 40 2019 Reveals – Danny Hammack

Congratulations to Danny Hammack, 34, for being chosen as part of our 2019 class of 20 Under 40! Get to know a bit about Danny before the issue: Occupation General Manager and Partner with Columbia Honda Years lived in Columbia 8 (and another 5 fun years in Boonville) What was the last professional goal you […]
20 Under 40 2019 Reveals – Chrystal Graves

Congratulations to Chrystal Graves, 35, for being chosen as part of our 2019 class of 20 Under 40! Get to know a bit about Chrystal before the issue: Occupation Master Stylist and Owner of Chrystal L. Hair & Makeup Years lived in Columbia 21 What’s your favorite community project? The Bold Academy. The vision of […]
20 Under 40 2019 Reveals – Josh Devine

Congratulations to Josh Devine, 37, for being chosen as part of our 2019 class of 20 Under 40! Get to know a bit about Josh before the issue: Occupation Associate Circuit Judge, Division 11, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit of Missouri Years lived in Columbia 30 What is your favorite business book you’ve ever read and what […]
20 Under 40 2019 Reveals – Randy Cole

Congratulations to Randy Cole, 39, for being chosen as part of our 2019 class of 20 Under 40! Get to know a bit about Randy before the issue: Occupation Housing Programs Manager for the City of Columbia Years lived in Columbia 18 What was the last professional goal you accomplished? Completing the Columbia Chamber of […]
In Focus: What Happens Now?

A contentious debate over sewers has led to a stink among voters.
MU Health Develops Convenient Technology for Patients

It might be MU Health’s best kept secret. It’s the Tiger Institute for Health Innovation, a public–private partnership between the UM System and Cerner Corporation, formed in 2009. It’s goal? Make health improvements throughout the UM System and across the state to create a national model for patient care. It’s method? The implementation of new technologies […]