Como Blitzball
It’s a little-known fact that with eight teams and thirty-two players, Columbia boasts the largest Blitzball league in the nation; and it is managed much like professional sports with contracts, drafts, and free agents; but every league has a story. What It Is Blitzball is a game for everyone who loves baseball — and […]
‘Church & State’: Despite COVID, the Show Goes On
Talking Horse Productions presents powerful, timely play The first weekend of Talking Horse Production’s eagerly anticipated CHURCH & STATE was postponed due to COVID within the cast, but the timely play by Jason Odwell Williams will now be performed August 15-18 and August 21-25. “As much as we are disappointed having to postpone, the health […]
Local Gallery Showcases Missouri Artists
Contemporary artworks were donated by Simmons Bank The State Historical Society of Missouri recently opened a new exhibition that includes contemporary artworks by Missouri artists in the SHSMO Art Gallery. The public is invited to an opening reception set for 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at the State Historical Society’s Center for Missouri Studies, 605 […]
Locked On Mizzou
Podcaster is a ‘true son’ fan of all things MU athletics. If you have ever searched for a video or podcast covering Mizzou sports, you might have heard the following phrase: “Hey all you true sons and daughters. I’m John Miller, your Mizzou Mafioso.” Miller, a Columbia resident and University of Missouri graduate, hosts the […]
Outside the (Traffic) Box
Public art keeps downtown Columbia colorful and vibrant, as Cody Finley’s traffic box shows.
Bittersweet Snaps
It was a great day to be Bear. The sun was shining and her pack — owners Jessica and Charles Bruce; their 18-year-old son, Donovan; and their other dog, Moose — were right there with her, romping and running. It had been a while since Bear was able to romp and run. Jessica Bruce remembers […]
Pouring Excellence: Take a Spirited Trip
Discovering Missouri’s Distillery Trail.
The Write Stuff: Unbound Book Festival Celebrates Ninth Year
Word nerds rejoice! Our time is here. Now in its ninth year, the Unbound Book Festival promises more than a mere prance through the pages. For four glorious days, April 18-21, a bevy of world-class authors — those names you see in your Goodreads recommendations and artfully arranged in bookstore displays — will descend upon […]
The Collections: Stephens Readies 80th Annual Fashion Show
The lights dim and the music swells, a hush falls over the audience. The first model steps out and struts down the runway, commanding attention in a striking look. One after another, models glide past — working with the garments they wear and the music playing to tell a story of glitz and glamor. It […]
Setting the Stage in COMO
GreenHouse Theatre Project continues to grow beyond the boundaries of conventional storytelling.
Love is in the Kiln
Countless studies have shown that creative endeavors are good for the body and the soul: they promote emotional wellness, provide an outlet for the mind, and can even improve and enrich long-term romantic and personal relationships. If you’re looking for a good date night option, or a fun self-care exercise —or just need a good […]
It’s No Joke
They say laughter is the best medicine – and, like all clichés, this one has a basis in truth. Laughter has a track record for alleviating stress and increasing overall wellness, both physically and mentally. Laughing can stimulate your heart, lungs, and muscles; it can soothe tension, relieve stress, and improve your overall mood. It’s […]