MULTIMEDIA
SLIDESHOW: Lexis Barry steps it up
Lexis Barry talks about her involvement in the Mid-Missouri High Steppers. Barry, 15, has been stepping since she was in second grade. "I eat, breathe, drink High Steppers," Barry said. "I just can't help it."
April 19, 2012
The restaurant moved to Boone Tavern's old location
(Web Exclusive) Bleu Restaurant & Wine Bar has finally reopened after closing for a month of renovations. Vox magazine brings you a video exclusive update on what's new with Bleu.
In the Kitchen with Tiger Hotel executive chef
(Web Exclusive) Executive chef Dennis Clay discusses his culinary inspirations and offers a peak behind the kitchen doors at the Tiger Hotel. Most recently, he created the menu for the new Oak Room restaurant, set to open in the space formerly occupied by Bleu Restaurant.
(Web Exclusive) Owner Glyn Laverick discusses his inspirations for the renovation of Tiger Hotel. The first guests checked in on March 1, 2012.
March 02, 2012
POYi judge explains award-winning storytelling
POYi Judge Sue Morrow takes a closer look at a first place winner
(Web Exclusive) Storytelling at the Pictures of the Year International is a challenge and judge Sure Morrow tells Vox how one submission earned the first place title. "Too Young to Wed" won the magazine issue reporting and editing category.
February 29, 2012
Irish artist creates work for True/False
Caoimhghin Ó Fraithile is building two installations for the fest
(Web Exclusive) Two pieces by MU graduate Caoimhghin Ó Fraithile will be on display during True/False in front of Ragtag Cinema and inside the MU Museum of Art and Archaeology.
January 26, 2012
By the Numbers: Missouri wineries
How Missouri wineries are living up to the grape expectations of local wine lovers
Forget Napa — Missouri is quickly proving itself as a viticultural hotspot. We'll let the numbers speak for themselves.
January 17, 2012
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Makes Scents: Fragrance Finder
Want to find a scent that matches your personality? Not sure if you're a Cupcake, Patchouli or Lemon Verbena? Take our quiz to find your best match using the fragrance guide from Makes Scents in downtown Columbia.
January 16, 2012
FROM THE ARCHIVES: 5 Fun Facts About Meteorology
(Web Exclusive) Do you know how thick a bolt of lightning is? Or what happens behind the scenes of the weather desk? Vox asks five of our friendly local meteorologists for some little-known facts about their field.
November 24, 2011
MULTIMEDIA: MU students strive to be more sustainable
A conversation with Kat Seal & Monica Everett
The brick, six-bedroom house, nicknamed the Sustainahouse, on East Campus looks like others around it. The paint on the porch has faded, and a few remaining brown leaves are scattered across the small yard. However, the six students who live here are working to show just how different this little house is.
November 17, 2011
INTERACTIVE: Mid-Missouri Gun Culture
(Web Exclusive) The Second Amendment to the Constitution of the U.S. states that people have the right “to keep and bear Arms.” Mid-Missouri residents have taken up that right. The area has a wealth of shooting ranges, and competitive shooting seems to be growing in popularity. But competitive shooters know that guns have the potential to be dangerous — and fighting that fear is often a challenge.
October 20, 2011
VIDEO: The Bridge plays it by ear
New bar focuses on local music to spice up the scene
(Web Exclusive) When The Bridge and the Columbia Academy of Music first opened their doors in March, the goal was to offer a place where music is both taught and performed. Watch how the owners integrate the two into a business for musicians, run by musicians.
SLIDESHOW: Columbia's country music scene walks the line
In Columbia, country music is heard clearly on the radio, but the local scene struggles to be seen.
Compared to award winning radio station Clear 99's success, Columbia’s visible country music scene struggles. Local acts don’t receive large turnouts, and many of the bars downtown don’t play country music.
October 13, 2011
Gallery: Strange and Inappropriate
Celebrating 100 years of Mizzou Homecoming
CoMo's seen all kinds of strange characters pass through over the years, and the MU Homecoming fans have to be at the top of the list. Lawn mowers on safari, a species-confused sheep and a pantsless parader have all stunned the crowds at one point or another in the history of the Homecoming parade.
Gallery: Tiger fans and game day
Celebrating 100 years of Mizzou Homecoming
Here in Columbia, we all know how crazy it can be on game days, not to mention on Homecoming weekend. The backed-up traffic, the sea of gold in the stadium and the cheers from a pumped-up crowd are just part of what gives the season its appeal. See our photo gallery of MU fans at their best.
Gallery: Homecoming Greek life
Celebrating 100 years of Mizzou Homecoming
MU's Greek life has a strong tradition of supporting Homecoming, from pomping, to performing, to giving blood. Visit our photo gallery to see the ways Greektown has dressed itself up for the occasion.
Celebrating 100 years of Mizzou Homecoming
Nothing says Tiger pride like a parade. It's the perfect excuse for slowing down traffic, throwing (or catching) candy and cheering on your favorite team. Visit our photo gallery to see how the tradition has changed over the years.
Celebrating 100 years of Mizzou Homecoming
See a collection of Homecoming programs from the past decades.
October 08, 2011
An explanation of Muggle Quidditch
(Web Exclusive) How do you play a sport borrowed from the magical world of Harry Potter? See our interactive tutorial to find out.
October 07, 2011
MULTIMEDIA: Columbia Quidditch team hopes to feel the magic
(Web Exclusive) What sport involves volleyballs, dodge balls, PVC pipes and brooms? If you walk through Francis Quadrangle on a Wednesday afternoon near sundown, you’ll know the answer is Muggle Quidditch, the real-world version of the beloved, magical Harry Potter sport. Twelve MU students are going to represent Missouri for the first time at the Midwest Cup against 14 Muggle Quidditch teams in Connor Prairie, Ind., this weekend.
October 06, 2011
VIDEO: Ancient Egyptian dance comes to Columbia on Artrageous Friday
(Web Exclusive) Kandice Grossman, owner of Moon Belly Dance Studio, revives a lost art in her performance as dancer Little Egypt.The show begins at 8 p.m. Friday at her studio on 300 Saint James St.
