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Dancing their way to the top
The Infamous Royal Tigerettes have built a successful dance program on organization, hard work and camaraderie Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Mark Wilson Sixteen-year-old Ashantiera Brown had...
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Her eye’s on the target
18-year-old Jordan Dearman successfully aims toward gaining national titles and sponsorship Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Collin Krabbe Jordan Dearman’s father Gil had an enjoyable, encouraging...
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Defense, prevention, empowerment
R.A.D. equips women with tools and knowledge to combat rape aggression Story by Sally Ince We’ve all thought about it: What if I’m being followed? What if a stranger attacks me or what if someone I...
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A winning attitude
Roberta Licklider continues to educate after an award-winning coaching and teaching career at JCHS Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith Dennis and Roberta Licklider’s office at their Holts...
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Parakeets with a purpose
Lisa Silvey’s classroom pets engage her kindergartners in education Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith As the more than 25 children in longtime kindergarten teacher Lisa Silvey’s class...
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Cats, coffee, companionship
Papa’s Cat Café in Columbia set to open in June Story by Sally Ince Cat cafés have been on the rise in the United States for the past few years, but one has still yet to be established in Mid-Missouri....
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Exotic critters make unique companions Story and photos by Josie Musico Tom McDowell loves his snakes. The former Paradise Pets owner and his wife, Racheal, still keep about 20 of the slithery...
View ArticleHER Health: Truly becoming your pet’s best friend
By Dr. Mar Doering, All Paws Medical & Behavioral Center I have lived my life surrounded by pets and it has changed me for the better. I have been a veterinarian for 39 years now, but I decided to...
View ArticleMastering the Mystery
3 sisters ask you to ‘Break the Code’ Story and photos by Samantha Pogue It’s a door. From the outside, it causes anticipation, excitement, and nervousness. Once opened, a completely different realm...
View ArticleMaking real love connections
JC Animal Shelter volunteers help animals find their forever homes Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith It was hard to peel 8-year-olds Raylee and Paelynn Stark, and their 4-year-old brother...
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Home on the Range
Animals of all kinds find sanctuary at Where Pigs Fly Farm and Pigs Aloft Museum Story and photos by Sally Ince “When pigs fly” is what Cindy Brenneke told her brother years ago when he asked when she...
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A landmark renovation in Jefferson City
Donna and Michael Deetz’s 1860s home receives Historic Landmark status Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith Donna Deetz has loved history, its preservation and its celebration her whole...
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The comfort of canine affection
Capital City CASA therapy dog Olive has helped 100-plus children Story by Samantha Pogue Since 2016, a young 16-year-old teenage girl has worked with the Capital City Court-Appointed Special...
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A dog’s best friend
Jennifer Winkelman’s passion for pups is seen both in her training work and her philanthropic efforts Story by Samantha Pogue • Photos by Julie Smith In the late ‘90s, Jennifer and her family faced one...
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Finding the joy in feeding children
By Lynn Eaton, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Capital Region Medical Center Lynn Eaton Few health conditions are more prevalent in the news than the childhood obesity “epidemic.”...
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Food Truck Fare
Story and photos by Adam Cole Editor’s Note: Food trucks are increasing in popularity around Jefferson City, offering original, delicious dishes that meet just about every taste for hungry patrons....
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Creating Unkamen doesn’t make typical jewelry
Story and photos by Josie Musico Karen Helmrich is not one to be accused of making normal jewelry. Now, the area designer’s store in downtown Fulton lives up to its business name. Creating Unkamen –...
View ArticleDigging their Doggie’s Day Out
Ava Pratt and Jack Schaben win contest Story and photos by Samantha Pogue Meet Ava Pratt and Jack Schaben. Ava is a 4 1/2-month-old labradoodle, who loves to play tug-a-war with her big brother Ozzie,...
View ArticleSculpting Creative Outdoor Spaces
Master Gardener Jane Davis pairs artistic skills with her green thumb Story and photos by Sally Ince Walking through her lush green foliage adorned with bird baths, leaf molds and concrete statue bunny...
View ArticleMatching tattoos
A special bond between family, friends and lovers Story and photos by Sally Ince The tattoo trend is still on the rise with three in 10 Americans having at least one tattoo, according to a 2015 Harris...
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