MU graduate strives for balance in 'Hamilton' role

• Katherine Herrick
• Jun 28, 2019
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Bryson Bruce is taking the stage by storm

It will take millions of dollars to squash Columbia's sewer stench

• Hannah Britton
• May 30, 2019
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Columbia's sewer system is aging while its population grows, presenting a stinky issue. The city has a 20-year plan to fix it.

Q&A: Kendrick Smith on filmmaking, writing and CoMo's film scene

• Madison Wisse
• May 17, 2019
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Over the past year, filmmaker, comedian and writer, Kendrick Smith, co-founded a new production company to support his feature film, "I Love You, Elliot"

From the editor: Redefining roles

• Keegan Pope
• Mar 28, 2019
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Keegan Pope looks back on the search that led to April's powerful women package

Q&A: Music director Audra Sergel reflects on creation of LGBTQ choir Quorus

• Taylor Ryan Moore
• Mar 4, 2019
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After a national tragedy, the longtime music director was inspired to create a LGBTQ community safe space in Columbia 

 

Q&A: True/False co-founder David Wilson steps toward fiction filmmaking

• Grace Lett
• Feb 21, 2019
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The co-conspirator took a step away from the festival this year to work on a teen thriller film and other long-term projects

Q&A: Nobel winner becomes unlikely local celebrity

• Meg Cunningham
• Dec 7, 2018
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MU's Nobel Laureate George Smith and wife Marjorie Sable reflect on life in the Columbia spotlight

Q&A: Local artist Jenn Wiggs finds reality through abstraction

• Grant Sharples
• Oct 25, 2018
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The full-time artist helps students brush up on art and its impact on daily life

Q&A: Perry Leslie introduces Columbians to Chucker Golf

• Connor Hoffman
• Sep 27, 2018
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The former golf pro aims to make the sport accessible to families and people with physical limitations 

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Paul Pepper: The man behind the microphone

• Connor Lagore
• Sep 6, 2018
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The radio personality found his way onto TV screens and into people’s lives in Columbia. He’s managed to stay there just by being himself.

Q&A: The local duo keeping Pinnacles Youth Park pristine

• Shannon Wilson
• Aug 23, 2018
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Through a dogged commitment to nature, this pair helps one of Missouri's beloved parks bloom

Q&A: Columbia's cycling tradition lives on at Walt's Bike Shop

• Kathryn Palmer
• Jun 28, 2018
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After 20 years, Sarah Ashman continues to wheel out her expertise to Columbians

Q&A: With Rebecca Wallace teaching, hip-hop is for anyone

• Sadie Collins
• May 17, 2018
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Jabberwocky Studios dance instructor Rebecca Wallace charts her journey from ballet to hip-hop

Q&A: Hypnotherapist Barbara Phillips talks mind-based treatment

• Alexa Hodges
• May 10, 2018
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Hypnosis Mind Works aims to treat smoking and anxiety, as well as improve sports performance and public speaking 

Q&A: Stephens College eSports captain leads an all-female pack

• Brooke Johnson
• May 3, 2018
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One woman shoots for the stars in the world of eSports and makes her mark in the gaming world

Former mathematician Larry Campbell documents Big Muddy adventure

• Lauren Puckett
• May 3, 2018
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The retired teacher's inspiration stemmed from Gayle Harper’s story about her journeys along the Mississippi River

Q&A: Jina Yoo dishes about her new restaurant, Le Bao

• By Keegan Pope
• Apr 26, 2018
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Set to open in mid-May, the restaurant will feature bao and street food-inspired fare

MU professor Angie Zapata discusses diversity in children's books

• Morgan Niezing
• Apr 25, 2018
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Reshaping the literary landscape in classrooms is one step toward social progress 

Q&A: Joe Chevalier fosters love of reading at Yellow Dog Bookshop

• Peter Baugh
• Apr 19, 2018
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The beloved bookstore has become a place of good books and hospitality