Inside Columbia Magazine May/June 2020

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DREAMING OF THE WEATHER IS WARM, the sun is shining and the birds are singing. If you’re like us, you’re dreaming of a road trip — a chance to jump in the car, head out of town and leave the quarantine behind. The great news is that, in Missouri, you don’t have to go far! Our state has a lot to offer. There are destinations within reach for every taste and preference. With everything from historical landmarks to city lights, lakeside beaches to ballparks, there’s something for everyone. Since proper vehicle maintenance is an important part of any roadtrip, we

asked our favorite Jiffy Lube Managers in Columbia to share their favorite Missouri hotspots and tips for traveling.

For over 40 years, Jiffy Lube has been keeping your families and friends safely on the road toward favorite getaways all across Missouri. From oil changes to brakes, batteries and tires, Jiffy Lube provides more than just an oil change. Visit our website at www.jiffylube.com for money-saving coupons — that way, there’s more cash for snacks…and duck-fat fried fries. Stay safe this summer…and keep it on the road with Jiffy Lube.

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Historic Hannibal is the favorite weekend retreat of Jiffy Lube Manager Cody Baumert (Providence Road location). While there are lots of things to do and see in Hannibal, he particularly enjoys the downtown area with its shops, bars and restaurants. Baumert’s number one recommendation, however, was Rockcliffe Mansion.

Rockcliffe Mansion is a bed and breakfast built between 1898 and 1900 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built on a limestone bluff overlooking Hannibal, the mansion boasts spectacular views of the Mississippi River. Before traveling anywhere though, Baumert says it’s important to check your tires for proper inflation and to make sure your gas tank is full.

From Hannibal, it’s not a far drive to St. Louis where Jiffy Lube Manager Travis Hays (Paris Road location) says he prefers to spend his available weekends. He loads up with friends and his dog “Doober,” and they head out for a weekend enjoying Grants Farm, the Zoo, the Science Center and an occasional Cardinals baseball game. His favorite “go-to” restaurant is The Shaved Duck. Not only can you enjoy live folk and soul music, but the menu features traditional fare as well as famous duck-based dishes. His favorite, however, is their French fries. What makes them so good is that they’re deep fried in duck fat, and according to Hays, “They’re amazing.”

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Lastly, it’s south to the Lake of the Ozarks for both Jiffy Lube Managers Tony Rivera (Worley Street location) and Jordan Watson (Nifong Boulevard location). Rivera has a family cabin close to Eldon and spends lots of time there on the dock swimming and fishing with family and friends. “I like the quiet, peacefulness of the Gravois arm,” he says. “We like to smoke food on the grill, and I make some pretty good smoked wings.” Preparation for the trip is, for Rivera an easy but important process. He suggests getting your oil changed if it’s needed and checking your tires to make sure there aren’t any worn or balding spots.

Watson, on the other hand, prefers to spends his time at the Lake out on a boat. His family has two to choose from and, for that reason, they spend a lot of time on the water. “There’s just so much to do at the Lake,” he says “and we like boating…a lot.” He recommends double checking that your oil level…and your coolers…are full and ready to go before any road trip.

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111 LAP IT UP GREAT WEEKENDS AT LAKE OF THE OZARKS

122 TRAFFIC TREASURES ARTISTS ENSURE COMO’S TRAFFIC BOXES ARE ANYTHING BUT PEDESTRIAN

116 EXTRA-VERTS HOMETOWN HEROES WHO WENT ABOVE & BEYOND DURING THE PANDEMIC

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SPECIAL SECTION

27 HIGH NOTE

The stories behind today’s top songs.

28 BOOKSHELF

Alex George posits what could have happened in 1927 Paris.

Life

31 32 5 THINGS

Hello, yellow! 5 things that can color our mood.

37 ENCOUNTERS One From The Heart: Michele Spry creates gifts for the entire Boone Hospital staff.

For the prime of your life

HOME 131

Design & Décor

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149 DASH

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151 COOKING WITH BROOK

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157 159 A NEW VIEW 162 THE FINAL WORD

41 ROBINSON’S RAMBLINGS

John reminisces about the changing charms of the Lake of the Ozarks.

47 FASHION

Cute kids’ clothes perfect for fun in the sun.

On the cover

Booches, a Columbia essential, continued serving their famous burgers via carry-out and curbside.

Illustration by L.G. Patterson and Tim Flanner

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from the editor

OLIVIA DeSMIT

A CUP(CAKE) OF CHEER

ACCENTUATING THE POSITIVES IN OUR COMMUNITY.

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t was difficult to decide what to show in my photo this month.

It can be tough to stay positive in the midst of everything going on in the world — and in Columbia — right now. For this issue, we decided instead of grieving everyone’s losses, we would celebrate those making a difference. Some of them did so through a surprisingly sweet package: cupcakes.

When working on this month’s Hometown Heroes feature, which highlights local people and businesses that went above and beyond the call of duty during the pandemic, we came across no shortage of amazing stories. Whether it’s teachers taking meals to students in need or quilters donating their time and resources to create masks for essential workers, there are so many Columbians — and Boone County residents — who deserve to be called heroes.

We also chose to feature local artists who help beautify downtown Columbia, as well as our homes. Check out their stories behind the Traffic Box Art Program on page 122 and better yet, check out their art offerings for your home online. If you’re considering a facelift or just design change in your home, find interior designer Ed Rohlfing’s suggestions and ideas on page 134 or peruse the beautiful Arrowhead Lake home tour on page 140.

If you’re feeling a bit tired of staying home, consider going to the Lake of the Ozarks with your family for a mini vacation. There are plenty of things to do, both outdoors and in, while also social distancing. Check out where to go and what to do on page 111.

Whether you’re excited to be out and about in the community again or are planning on staying home a while longer, we hope you enjoy reading the content in this special combo issue as much as we did creating it.

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Learn The Stories Behind Today’s Top Songs

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Author Alex George Creates History In Paris

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The Story Behind the Song THREE THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC.

BY JAMIE MAC • PHOTO FEATURING LUKE COMBS

“LEVEL OF CONCERN”

Twenty One Pilots

worked its way up the country charts, finally taking the #1 slot on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles chart in its 53rd week, the second slowest climb ever for that chart, and the first #1 slot for

2020 has had its challenges for musicians. Bands can no longer

a female on that chart since 2016. The song is now seeing a pop

get together to record new music, and artists in general can’t

resurgence as well.

tour, leaving touring and venue crews out of work. Twenty One Pilots took on the challenges and rose to the occasion with their new single “Level of Concern.” The song reflects on quarantining with a love interest, while the world starts to panic; a common

“SIX FEET APART”

Luke Combs

theme this spring. Not only was the track somehow recorded during quarantine, the proceeds from its sales and streams go to

Luke Combs’ dominance over country music the past 12 months

a charity to provide for the touring and venue crews currently

has been nothing short of impressive. If he releases a song,

out of work. The track is also the duo’s first new song since

then it’s immediately in the top 20. Part of the reason is that he

2018’s “Trench” album was released.

knows how to connect with his fans in an authentic way, and

his latest release — “Six Feet Apart” — further illustrates that

“THE BONES”

Maren Morris

point. Combs is able to tap into the emotions most of us are feeling right now and put it into words. In a post he shared on his Facebook page, he says,“‘Six Feet Apart’” is “a song about everything going on, what it has me missing, and things I’m look-

Some songs take a bit longer than others to catch on, as is the

ing forward to.” He adds, “Hope y’all can relate and (it) reminds

case with Maren Morris’s single, “The Bones,” which is seeing

y’all there will be light after the dark.” Combs’ first eight releases

a second coming. The song may sound familiar — it originally

have all gone to #1 on the charts.

debuted on the country charts in March of 2019 and crossed over to pop radio as well. It was also featured locally when

Jamie Mac is the director of programming and new media for

Morris performed at Roots N Blues N BBQ last summer. As

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the year continued, pop support faded, while the song slowly

Wave. He has worked in radio for 12 years.

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An Age Imagined AUTHOR POSITS WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED IN 1927 PARIS.

BY PEG GILL

P

aris in the 1920s was a magnet

George introduces us to four fairly ordi-

have one? We learn of his life back in his

magnifique, attracting all man-

nary people, each plagued by their own

village in eastern Anatolia, of his family,

ner of artists, both acclaimed

sort of private pain. Through flashbacks

mother and father and younger brother,

and aspiring. It hosted the likes of liter-

we learn the quartet’s histories and how

Hector. We hear the story of his harrow-

ary legends such as Ernest Hemingway,

decisions they’ve made — or haven’t

ing escape from his war-torn homeland

Marcel Proust and Gertrude Stein, musi-

made — have led them to this single

and how he was at one point taken in by

cians such as composer Maurice Ravel

summer day in 1927.

a kindly couple in a French village — a

and some of the era’s pre-eminent enter-

We first meet Souren Balakian, an

tainers such as dancer/singer Josephine

Armenian refugee who makes a mod-

Baker. It’s against this backdrop that Alex

est living as a children’s puppeteer in

George places the four main protagonists

the parks of Paris, speaking in his native

Blanc, an aspiring painter who’s deeply

of his latest work, The Paris Hours.

tongue as he performs. His dark puppet

in debt and fearing he’ll have to pay with

shows certainly don’t have happily-ever-

his life — until art aficionado Gertrude

after fairy tale endings. Will his story

Stein comes into his studio one day.

Unlike the famous names with whom their lives will in some way intersect,

chance encounter that would set him on his path to becoming a puppeteer.

Next, George introduces us to Guillaume

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Could her patronage change everything?

Brataille, play pivotal parts. Others,

We learn of Guillaume’s fascination with

such as little Arielle, the daughter of

a circus trapeze artist named Suzanne

Souren’s neighbor, prove to be more

Mauriac, whom he used to watch from

inextricably woven into the tapestry of

afar then return to his studio to paint,

George’s narrative than we first real-

and how they would then meet in person

ize. What emerges is a rich and vivid

a year later. Her offer to model for him

portrait of Paris at that time, in all its

would lead to much more between them.

glittering glory, with George playing

Then there’s Jean-Paul Maillard, a

practiced tour guide when describing

widowed journalist who dreams of a life

certain city districts, cafes, fromager-

in America after meeting and reporting

ies and other haunts of its inhabit-

on American troops who had come to

ants. Small details — for instance the

France to fight in the war. He fought in

mention of a specific type of cheese, a

the war as well, on the Western Front,

Saint-Nectaire from Auvergne — help

but despite the horrors he witnessed

transport you there as well.

there, his own worst nightmare doesn’t occur until after he’s returned home and he and his wife, Anaïs, have welcomed their baby daughter, Elodie. Writing other people’s stories has helped keep him distracted from the tragic tale of his own. Yes, he dreams of America. But he will never leave Paris, and we learn why.

The final member of the foursome is Camille Clermont. She and her husband, Olivier, operate a modest hotel on Rue des Canettes, where they live with their 10-year-old daughter, Marie. Camille works there as a maid, but she was once employed as a maid

You’ll think of The Paris Hours for many hours after you’ve finished it, haunted by its shocking ending.

by Marcel Proust. More than a mere maid, however, she would also become his confidante. We learn that he one day asked her to burn his 32 notebooks, but she secretly kept one. Now it’s no longer in her possession. Can she retrieve it?

Or will her betrayal of her employer’s trust and wishes be revealed?

A colorful cast of other Parisians also

Ultimately, George’s carefully choreographed encounters between all the characters reveal just how intercon-

populates the The Paris Hours and adds

nected they truly are and set the stage

an authentic texture to its tone as they

for the climactic conclusion. You’ll

go about their daily lives and inter-

think of The Paris Hours for many

act and intersect with the four main

hours after you’ve finished it, haunted

characters. Some, including prostitute

by its shocking ending.

Thérèse and enamored art dealer Emile

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5 Yellow Mood-Boosters

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Tokens of Appreciation

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The Lake of the Past

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Sunny Summer ‘Fits

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5 THINGS

Hue Would Argue?

FIVE THINGS THAT MAKE OUR LIVES SUNNIER.

BY PEG GILL

YOU PROBABLY REMEMBER LEARNING early on that yellow is a primary color. Seems appropriate, since it “primarily” makes us feel happy. We associate it with sunshine, warmth and that iconic smiley face from the ‘60s; reincarnated for today’s times as an emoji. But there a few other yellow things that can help evoke a sunny state of mind. Here are five:

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RUBBER DUCKIES. The plastic playthings are most often associated with babies and bath time. The giggling, the splashing ... cute babies generally just make us feel good. Of course, for those of a certain vintage, the classic “Sesame Street” tune “Rubber Duckie,” immortalized by the Muppet Ernie, will always induce a sentimental smile.

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BANANAS. Sure, they’re good for us. They’re high in potassium, B6 and vitamin C. But bananas are a tropical fruit, and just the thought of that can take you on a quick mental trip to a warm, exotic locale — an instant mood booster. Couple that with banana daquiris and banana splits, and you may just split into a grin.

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DAFFODILS. One of spring’s first flowers, daffodils represent sunny salvation after winter has worked its worst. I feel compelled to include a shout out to forsythia here, and yellow tulips too, as well as the lesser well known but still blues-blasting little yellow blooms called winter aconites.

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POST-ITS. Some might not initially have positive associations with the stickable yellow squares. After all, they’re often employed to remind us of tasks we have to — and often may not want to — do. But I say, stick that notion.

Think about how good it feels when you get to crumple a Post-It up and throw it away.

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MUSTARD. I’m talking the good old-fashioned American yellow kind here. Mmm! Hot dogs and hamburgers. Grilling. Cookouts. Warm weather. Summer! Every squeeze is like a little ray of sunshine. The real topper? Topping your burger with a freshly-squeezed mustard smiley face.

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MICHELE SPRY CREATES A GIFT FOR EVERYONE ON STAFF AT BOONE HOSPITAL.

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ichele Spry takes giving back to heart. The business she and her husband Brandon run, Midway Electric, Inc., is a Partner in Education with

Midway Heights Elementary School and she’s also involved with Central Missouri Honor Flight and Honor Everywhere.

In addition, three years ago, she donated her wedding dress to Real Imprints through the Angel Gowns Project, which repurposed it into free infant gowns for babies who have passed away in Neonatal Intensive Care Units. The majority of those were distributed to Boone Hospital Center and a number were was donated to the University of Missouri Women’s and Children’s Hospital. “Being able to give back makes my heart happy.” Spry says.

So when the COVID-19 crisis arose, she had an idea. What if she created fused glass hearts to give to people working at Boone Hospital to let them know that someone cared about them and appreciated their efforts? She was already wellpracticed at creating fused glass pieces to sell on her Etsy

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business, Midway Mercantile Co, and

waves. I didn’t want to pick a certain

would need to put each heart in its own

had plenty of scrap glass. After doing

group or team to donate to because ev-

plastic bag, and she reached out to Brian at

a few test runs she reached out to her

ery single person at Boone Hospital has

Witt Print Shop to print small cards to be

friend and Boone Hospital Trustee Jan

a crucial role to the success of its daily

placed inside. When she went to pick the

Beckett, who connected her with Yvonne

operations,” Spry says. “Everyone from

cards up, he told her there was no charge.

Gibson with Boone Hospital Foundation.

housekeeping up to the CEO has a role

He loved her idea and wanted to help.

When Gibson told her there were 2,089

each day and working together allows

staff members, Spry was taken aback.

them to care for their patients. I felt like

taking classes taught by Cindy Mutrux

I couldn’t leave anyone out so that’s the

at Rocky Port Art Studio & Gallery in

reason I decided to make 2,089!”

Rocheport, in late summer/early fall of

“I’m not going to lie, it was a shock to hear that amount but I told her I would get it done and have to donate them in

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Due to the pandemic, she knew she

Spry learned about fused glass by

2018. She fell in love with the process

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and decided to purchase her own glass

and labor-intensive process, but for Spry,

give enough information while remaining

kiln and launch her Etsy business early

it’s a labor of love.

calm. I was able to see my Aunt for about

the next year.

She works mainly freehand, without

And it’s one that took a personal turn

three minutes before she was sent to ICU

for her when her Aunt Judy suffered a

and I am so thankful for this. It’s hard not

using molds, on each unique piece. Her

heart attack while the project was in full

being able to be by their side and trusting

kiln can hold 16-20 of the hearts in one

swing and was taken to Boone.

anyone that comes in contact with them

firing, and she can prepare of batch for

“I truly appreciate the staff at Boone

to give them a little extra love during this

firing in about 20 minutes. But each

and what they are doing every single day

crazy time. We are all in this together and

heart requires two 4-hour firings, with a

but especially during COVID-19. You real-

these little hearts may seem like nothing,

cool down period of the same duration

ize how passionate they are about their

but I have put my heart and soul into

after each firing. It’s a time-consuming

patients and going above and beyond to

making each one of them,” she says.

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ROBINSON’S RAMBLINGS

Wild Times

A HORSESHOE, A BULL AND A RHINESTONE COWBOY

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BY JOHN DRAKE ROBINSON very weekend my neighbors

migration triggers a thousand fond

featured outdoor bull riding. But the best

head to cabins at the Lake of the

memories, none more vivid than the bull

indoor bull ride happened nightly when

Ozarks. Having spent hundreds

in a bar room.

the sun set over Horseshoe Bend.

of weekends at the Lake myself, this

Camdenton’s old J-Bar-H Rodeo

Nowadays, there are two speeds

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through Lake traffic: fast or fun. If

In the years since Koplar left the land

while Gomer slowly caromed through

you want fast, take the bypass that

to his heirs, the lodge has changed: a

the crowded bar to the stage. I never

cuts through the hills like a laser.

facelift here, a divestiture there, a town’s

saw Gomer get excited or kick a table

Fun happens when you get off the

worth of condos, and at least three

over or spill anybody’s drink. I think

superhighway and find all the cracks

more days’ worth of golf on courses

they must’ve kept Gomer pretty happy.

and crannies. Hop on the old Business

that challenge your handicap, hills that

I know everybody else seemed sedated

54 treadmill and travel at the speed of

challenge your equilibrium. So the lodge

when Gomer plowed through. And when

pedestrians toward Bagnell Dam, along

survives and Koplar’s family still does a

he left the building, I can’t recall that I

a commercial boulevard packed with

great job running the place.

ever saw any Gomer piles. But that was

souvenir shops and arcades. It’s a stretch

But I miss seeing Monte Davidson,

of old highway that became a permanent

who sang country songs at a bar in the

or stuffed, and the wild times are mostly

carnival midway, as indelible as a tattoo.

sweet underbelly of Koplar’s resort, a

outdoors now.

years ago, and I assume Gomer is glue,

Away from the Bagnell Dam strip, Harold Koplar built a resort and golf courses along a beautiful spot where the lake makes a hairpin turn. The turn is called Horseshoe Bend, and it’s much tighter than a horseshoe, really, unless your horse wears a AAA-narrow shoe.

But the name really doesn’t matter, because people name river bends the way they name constellations. If something looks the least bit like a shoe or a face, they’ll name it after a horse or Judy Garland. It’s the phenomenon known as “This potato chip looks a lot like Mary

Every night he rode into the saloon on Gomer, a real live 1500-pound Brahman bull.

Magdalene.”

Harold Koplar didn’t name Horseshoe Bend, best I can tell, but he may have had a hand in naming just about everything else on both sides of the bend. Koplar

little cantina called the Wild Times

was an entrepreneur, a promoter and

Saloon. Davidson’s music was fun, but

a developer who had a public persona

I miss his barroom persona, his bull-

because he owned a TV station in St.

in-a-china-shop style. Every night he

Louis with call letters that followed the

rode into the saloon on Gomer, a real

consonants in his last name. In the early

live 1500-pound Brahman bull. The bull

days KPLR-TV broadcast old nostalgic

would sway through the crowd, between

movies and St. Louis Blues hockey

tables with drinks and hors d’oeuvres

games, and it aired game shows during

and patrons, some amused, some

the traditional news hour.

petrified. Davidson wore an electric

Koplar built the world-class Lodge

cowboy suit — a thousand tiny bulbs

of Four Seasons with a symphony of

replaced the conventional cowboy suit

vacation delights including golf and

sequins, and the suit lit up like a movie

tennis and swimming and shopping.

marquee. He’d sing and strum his guitar

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hope this issue of Boom! magazine finds you healthy and happy. We’ve got a full issue of interesting reading for you inside this publication. This is the second issue where we’ve incorporated Boom! into our sister publication, Inside Columbia

magazine. We have found that combining these two publications has strengthened our editorial product while providing our advertisers with an expanded group of readers. I hope you like it!

While the last few months have been a little unsettling for some while in the midst of COVID-19, I’ve listened to many seniors who have been experiencing new methods of accomplishing everyday tasks. In this publication you’ll read a first-hand perspective from senior writer Jack Wax about the lessons he’s learned from the coronavirus. As we spoke on the telephone about an assignment during the pandemic, he explained to me that he had just placed his first grocery order online and was eagerly waiting for the delivery to his front steps. He has also become more technologically advanced, getting familiar with Zoom to stay in touch with family and even to continue his online learn-

ing. He was hunkering down getting a lot of gardening and hobbies accomplished while staying away from others. We’ve all had to stretch our knowledge a little to get by the last few months. You’ll enjoy reading his insight about the lessons he has learned.

I know that porch visits with grandchildren and hugs from afar have become common. Once the time is right, we’ve included another idea on a project you might want to incorporate with your grandchildren. Writer Kimberly Baker reveals a great idea of sharing your love of cooking with your grandkids. Not just cooking with them, but actually having them play restauranteur for the family, which teaches – in addition to culinary skills – math, reading comprehension and confidence!

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Please stay safe. Until we can meet again, please curl up with the magazine and keep learning!

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good stuff 63 Grandkids

Playing restaurant with grandkids is a recipe for hands-on fun.

good life 72 COVID-19 Commentary

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It’s Not Easy, But Look Past the Market Selloff

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These are challenging times. Like everyone, you are concerned about keeping your family safe and healthy, and you’re doing your part to help protect your community from the effects of the coronavirus. And if you’re an investor, you must also address your financial situation. How should you respond to the current market volatility and recent declines in investment prices?

For one thing, try to avoid what many others seem to be doing: panicking. The market selloff may feel unsettling, but it appears to be driven as much, or more, by fear and panic than by economic or financial reality. Uncertainty is high, but there are reasons – solid, objective reasons – that provide more confidence in the longer-term outlook, suggesting that conditions still warrant an eventual rebound.

U.S. unemployment entered this situation near a 50-year low, with solid wage growth. We will see a temporary disruption to the labor market, of course, along with a decline in economic activity, but households entered this period in generally good shape. Furthermore, housing market indicators were moving upward and the decline in mortgage rates could add more strength.

Also, the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cuts, taking short-term rates back near 0%, will support the economic rebound as the impact of the virus containment efforts eventually fade.

In addition, while further volatility and the potential for further weakness will likely continue, the steep drops we’ve already seen indicate that the financial markets have “priced in” the likelihood of a short-term recession, which may mean that the worst of the stock market pain has already been endured, though, of course, there are no guarantees.

First, though, it seems likely that the investment world will finally calm down only when the health situation shows signs of containment – and this will inevitably happen, despite the grim reports we are seeing these

days. As a country, we have the motivation, the will, the solidarity and the resources to defeat the coronavirus and its effects, despite the pain and trauma it is now undoubtedly causing.

So, back to our original question: What should you do? Here are a few suggestions:

• Remember why you’re investing. Given the market decline, you may be tempted to change your investment strategy. But keep in mind that your financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement, are longer-term than the shelf life of the coronavirus. These goals, not today’s headlines, should guide your decisions.

• Re-evaluate your risk tolerance. The recent volatility provides a good test of your ability to weather short-term swings in your portfolio. If you’re having a hard time coping with these losses, your portfolio may be positioned too aggressively for your risk tolerance. If so, you might want to adjust your portfolio mix to include more fixed-income securities, which can help provide more “downside” protection.

However, this would also affect your longterm growth potential.

• Look for buying opportunities. Stocks are now at their most compelling values in more than a decade – in other words, there are plenty of compelling investments out there. You can find many high-quality investments at very good prices, so you may want to consider taking advantage of the opportunity.

These are trying times for all of us. But as an investor, you’ll help yourself greatly if you keep the situation in perspective, take a longterm view, evaluate your own risk tolerance and be receptive to new possibilities.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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Restaurant Play with Real Cooking Starring Your Grandchild as Host, Waiter and Cook

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ids today often lag behind those of previous generations in their cooking skills.

That’s because, in today’s fast-paced society, fewer parents have the time or energy to cook. As a result, families rely more on fast food and eating out.

But teaching kids food preparation and how to cook offers them numerous benefits. For one, it’s a practical and fun way for kids to learn and improve their math skills through measuring and calculating. It also

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provides kids hands-on science experiences and opportunities to experiment.

Another valuable aspect of cooking is that it improves kids’ reading coxmprehension as they learn to follow step-by-step instructions.

Add to this, cooking helps kids develop life skills, which boosts their self-confidence and self-esteem.

One thing many grandparents and grandkids enjoy doing together is baking and cooking from the time kids are small.

Kids as young as age 3 can learn simple food preparation skills. They can

cut food using a plastic or butter knife, pour premeasured ingredients, spread sauces or batters and stir.

During the early elementary years, kids can learn how to turn on and off the stove and some simple cooking skills. For example, they can learn to make scrambled eggs and warm up soup. At this age, kids also should learn safety rules, especially as related to the more advanced cooking and food preparation skills they’re learning.

Preteens should learn how to safely use a sharp knife. They can also learn to

cook slightly more advanced foods while also continuing to learn about food and cooking safety.

Finally, once kids reach their teens, they no longer require supervision in the kitchen. Not only can they prepare meals for themselves but also for the family. Though they may still enjoy the bonding experience of cooking with their grandparents.

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fun for all. Even before their teen years, kids can enjoy some semi-independent kitchen fun by playing restaurant. This way, they can gradually ease into independent cooking. By the age of 8, kids likely have enough kitchen skills for this activity.

ADVANCE PREPARATION First, share the details of this activity with your grandchild. Then have him or her prepare a list of foods he or she knows how to make. For younger kids, the menu might include cold sandwiches, grilled cheese sandwiches, peeled and cut

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vegetables or fruit, scrambled or fried eggs and other easy-to-prepare foods.

Your preteen’s menu could include hamburgers, pancakes, soup, roasted vegetables and much more.

And for teens, the sky’s the limit. If your teen chooses dishes that require a long time to prepare or cook, you’ll likely want to “call-in” your food order before arriving at the restaurant.

Once your grandchild has come up with dishes for the menu, review the list to make sure he or she can prepare them all safely with minimal supervision.

Next, pick a date for the restaurant activity and make sure ingredients are available for everything on the menu.

Also, decide who will patronize your grandchild’s restaurant. If it’s your grandchild’s first time playing or your grandchild is young, two to three family members will be plenty. Older kids might be able to handle an extra guest or two depending on their skills and the complexity of the menu.

DESIGN THE MENU Before your grandchild creates the menu, help them set

prices for the entrees. The prices should be substantially below real restaurant prices, especially since you’re footing the bill for the groceries. Also, remember, the idea behind this activity isn’t about the money.

It’s supposed to be a fun learning experience. Still, charging for the food can add to the activity and gives your grandkid a chance to do some simple math.

The next step is to design a menu. Younger kids can make menus out of construction paper. They can also clip food pictures from magazines or printed off the internet.

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Older kids might want to experiment with some graphic design. If your grandchild has already dabbled with graphic design, they might want to try Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator if you have it.

Otherwise, a more simple app is better, so your grandchild doesn’t get frustrated and turned off to graphic design. Canva’s free menu templates are a good option.

Visit https://www.canva. com/templates/menus/.

GRAND OPENING Now the real fun begins.

When your grandchild’s

restaurant opens, wait at the kitchen or dining room entry, and allow your host to seat you. Your server will bring you menus and water, and when you’re ready will take your order.

As grandparents, you might be tempted to make it easy by encouraging everyone to order the same thing.

But unless your grandchild has expressed concern about preparing multiple items, try to choose a variety. This is part of the fun and challenge for your grandchild.

After you’ve ordered, relax and enjoy some family conversation – and be

prepared for a possible long wait. Also, avoid instructing your grandchild unless you see them doing something potentially dangerous.

When your food arrives, graciously thank your waiter (and cook). Then, be prepared to eat it regardless of how it turns out. If you’re tempted to offer your grandchild some constructive criticism, don’t. This should be a fun experience that encourages a love of cooking. Your grandchild will improve with experience. If you really feel you have something to contribute in the way of cooking a

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particular food, wait until the next time you make it together. Then you can casually offer tips on how to make that dish turn out really tasty.

Finally, your grandchild should prepare and give you a check so you can pay for your meal.

CLEAN UP Be sure to let your grandchild know in advance that they’ll also be responsible for cleanup. Hopefully, this will help keep the mess to a minimum. If not, it’ll be a good lesson for the next time your grandchild cooks.

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1 teaspoon parsley flakes

½ cup pizza sauce

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ cup mini pepperoni

½ teaspoon garlic powder

1 ½ cups shredded, lowmoisture, part-skim mozzarella cheese

½ cup shredded parmesan cheese nonstick cooking spray

¼ cup butter, melted

DIRECTIONS: Heat oven 350º F. Keeping rolls connected, cut sheet of rolls

garlic powder, and shredded Parmesan cheese. Spoon

horizontally, separating tops from bottoms. Place bottom

evenly over sliders.

halves of rolls in baking dish.

Spread pizza sauce evenly over bottom halves. Sprinkle pepperoni over sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella over pepperoni and cover with top halves of rolls.

Mix melted butter with parsley flakes, dried oregano,

Cover baking dish with aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick cooking spray to keep cheese from sticking.

Bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake additional 5-10 minutes or until Parmesan is melted and golden brown. Cut sliders and serve immediately.

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Watts Up with E-Bikes?

Electric Bikes are Filling the Trails

By Jack Wax • Photos By L.G. Patterson

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-bikes (electric bikes) are everywhere. More people are riding them along the streets and trails of Columbia than ever before.

But it’s a hidden trend.

Spotting an e-bike on the move is tough because e-bikes look just about the same as standard pedalpowered bicycles. Their motors are all but invisible — completely silent and built into the bike frame or wheel. And their batteries are inconspicuous, blending into the bike frame.

Is that person pedaling past you on an e-bike? If the rider just crested a hill and there’s a smile on that person’s face instead of an exhausted grimace, it’s probably an e-bike.

E-bikes are becoming more popular, nationally and locally, for a variety of reasons. Demographic trends account for some of the market growth. A higher percent of the U.S. population is 65 or older.

Mark Bendel, service manager at Walt’s Bike Shop says, “We have a lot people 60 and older who want to remain active. They may have limitations in riding conventional bikes, so an e-bike is a perfect solution for those cyclists.”

Younger adults are also fueling the popularity of e-bikes. According to industry reports, the sale of e-bikes has grown eightfold since 2014. In part, the surge in sales can be traced to technological

progress. Batteries are now less bulky and more powerful, holding their charge for more miles than they used to. As the bikes have become more user-friendly, more people have become earth-friendly, wanting a means of transportation that doesn’t add to our polluted environment.

Unlike electric motorcycles or scooters, which provide riders no exercise and nothing to do with their feet, e-bikes are designed to assist — not take over. Ebike riders pedal, but when they switch on their batterypowered motors, the pedaling becomes easier. They can go farther, faster and with less exertion. Some e-bikes can accelerate up to 20 miles per hour or more

with no pedal assist. Others cut the power as soon as the pedaling stops. But all rely on lithium-ion batteries that can provide power for between 10 to 60 miles of assisted riding before needing to be recharged, according to Bendel.

“They are amazing,” says Lawrence Simonson, chief strategy officer for PedNet, a Columbia advocacy organization that promotes biking and walking. Simonson, who is 40 years old, doesn’t own an e-bike yet, preferring standard bikes for himself. But he says that others his age are finding advantages to owning e-bikes. In addition to making longer commutes possible, e-bikes help less experienced riders keep pace with faster BOOM MAGAZINE 67

friends. “People my age ride them as a mode of transportation and recreation. Some have bought their electric bike because it helps them tow their kids.”

Two things are slowing down the adoption of ebikes. Price and perception.

The starting price for an e-bike can be about $1,500.

For a better-quality model that can be repaired and used for many years, the price is closer to $2,000 to $2,500. There’s also a perception among young people that it’s a bit wimpy to ride a bike that assists the

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rider artificially. (Think of the stigma of riding a bike with training wheels.)

Although it will take time to get the price of e-bikes down, overcoming the perception problem is easier. During Bike, Walk and Wheel Week, held in Columbia each May, bike shops provide attendees with a chance to conveniently test ride different models at one location.

“They may come scoffing, but people who have never ridden an e-bike go for rides and it completely changes their view,” Simonson says.

For Pam Spencer, a retired school teacher who is now an Iyengar yoga instructor, it was e-bike love at first ride. One of her friends was so enthusiastic about them that about a year-and-a-half ago, Spencer tried one out. “I was sold as soon as I got on.

I loved it. It makes you feel like a kid again,” she says.

The e-bike changed the way Spencer gets around town. “Now, I bike to most of the places I go,” she says.

Spencer appreciates living in a city that has invested in bicycle-friendly infra-

structure. “I think a big piece of being able to ride here is infrastructure. I follow bike lanes, where ever I go,” she says.

Although the cost of an e-bike seems high, e-bikes can save their owners’ gas money. Commuters don’t need a handful of quarters for parking fees, and end up putting fewer miles on their cars and more on their ebikes. “I hardly ever use my car,” says Spencer. “When I get in my car, I’m like ‘Why am I dragging this big machine around?’”

As e-bikes become more

Uphill or Down, My E-bike Keeps Me Going

By Jack Wax I love to ride my bike, but I hate hills. I’m sure that gasping for air and learning to ignore the burning pain in my thigh muscles is good for me. But it’s not for me.

Usually, I ride on the MKT Trail, which is flat and only a few miles from my home. Unfortunately, those are uphill miles. The only route to the trail from my house starts at the top of one of Columbia’s steepest valleys. Going down the road toward the valley’s bottom is easy enough; going up is a struggle beyond my ability. Even if I were able to reach the top on my way to the trail, I’d face the other side of the hill on my way back. It’s uphill going and coming.

The only way around this hill was to put my bike in my truck, drive the three miles to the Scott Boulevard trail entrance, take the bike down, then ride. This seemed complicated and even extrav-

agant — burning gas so that I could pedal.

I needed to find an easier way to keep riding my bike. That’s when I started thinking about electric bikes. I had this idea that with an electric bike I’d be able to scoot up hills and avoid becoming sore and exhausted.

In March, I started checking out prices and models of e-bikes available in Columbia. On one of the first warm days of the year, I went on my first test ride. It took the salesperson only a minute or two to explain how to ride it. You just pedal like on a regular bike, then when you want to have the electric motor help, you push a button.

A few seconds after getting on, I pushed that button and felt a gentle nudge. The next thing I knew I was going just a little bit faster without pedaling any faster.

Wow! Pure fun. It was like riding a horse that was

straining at its bit.

After a few visits to several bike shops, I found the e-bike that was right for me, bought it and started riding it the next day. I still don’t like hills, but I no longer dread them. Now, when I get to the top of a hill, I am no longer panting or aching.

What had been a struggle is now just another pleasant leg of my trip. I still know that I’ve been going uphill but, really, it’s about five times easier. I don’t have any urge to get off my bike and walk it to the top. And after reaching the crest I still have plenty of energy to keep on going.

I wish I had known about e-bikes years ago. Sure, I’m not getting the same workout as someone who can huff and puff their way to the top of any mountain, but that’s not my goal. I like the more moderate exercise, and I just want to be able to keep on riding.

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affordable, their novelty will wear off and people will consider them as just another way of getting from place to place. Spencer’s grandchildren don’t think twice when they see her riding her e-bike. “Your lifestyle becomes normalized for your children and their children,” she says.

It’s a healthy lifestyle that grandparents, such as Spencer, are modeling.

Studies show that riding an

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A benefit of e-bikes is that they allow a cyclist to ride more often and get more aerobic exercise — PAM SPENCER e-bike requires less exertion than riding a standard bike, but more than walking. Simonson of PedNet is glad to see more people getting more exercise because of e-bikes. “A benefit of e-bikes is that they allow a cyclist to ride more often and get more aerobic exercise. The fact that we’re getting more people out on bikes is something we should all be excited about,” Simonson says.

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NOTES FROM MY BUNKER Lessons Learned During the COVID-19 PANDEMIC

BY JACK WAX • PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON Because I am not a healthcare worker, I am at home, safe. Because I am retired, I do not have to spend time in public settings, possibly exposing myself to the coronavirus. I am appreciative though worried about every person who is working at grocery stores, drug stores and other places that provide us the necessities of life. And as for those who go to work at any of our mid-Missouri hospitals, I am inspired by your courage and compassion. Thank you.

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am hiding from the coronavirus, waiting for the day when it becomes less of a threat. In March, I was on the beach in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on a vacation with my family. Now, I seldom leave home. I wish I could step into a time machine and go back to those days on the beach, when everything normal was good and safe.

Yesterday, a young woman — I think her name was Angela — dropped off four bags of groceries, leaving them at the front door. She stood about 10

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feet away and asked me to read her the expiration date on my driver’s license.

I had ordered a couple bottles of wine with my groceries, and even though all it takes is one glance to see that I passed 21, maybe a lifetime or two ago, she still needed verification of my age. Angela works for Instacart (www. instacart.com), a service that allows you to shop from home, then delivers the food you select for a reasonably small

price. I had never used it before. This sheltering in place is introducing all of us to new ways of doing things.

I was grateful for Angela’s service, and I hope she stays healthy. Like millions of others, I am social distancing, avoiding physical contact with friends, neighbors and the rest of the community. I am doing whatever I can to stay healthy and cheerful. So far, I’ve been lucky. Although confined indoors

for most of the day, I’ve settled into a routine to help me ride out this pandemic. Usually, the idea of a pandemic is just that — an idea. Then the reality of what’s going on in the world breaks through, and I become anxious, scared about the future, worried about my family or saddened to think of all the people who are sick or who have lost friends and relatives they love. Checking to make sure my will and financial papers are in order puts me in a somber mood.

But I remind myself that I am well for the time being and in the bubble of my home and family.

I’m here with my wife, Kay, and my oldest son, Mark, who had stopped in for what was supposed to be a short stay on his way to work in Colorado and New Mexico. Kay spends a lot of time in her sewing room, finishing some quilts. I spend time in my office, a small space with my computer, some books and my electronic piano. I’ve started practicing piano again, not so much because I need to improve (which I desperately do), but because it helps me to focus and to concentrate. Out of common decency and in order to keep the peace, I plug in my headphones and silence my “music” when Kay is sewing. There was nothing in our wedding vows about her enduring my efforts at piano.

My son, Mark, has had his future put on hold, and he is living in our guest bedroom, in a loft about 50 yards from our house. He works remotely on his computer most of the day, coming over to eat with us and to check up on us, making sure we don’t do anything risky.

I had planned to do some work on a vacant rental property, ripping out some studs in the basement. It’s a moldy place, and my allergy and sinus problems almost always flare up in damp environments. He talked me out of it.

OK, let me be more honest. We argued about it. Actually, we yelled a bit at each other. The stress we are all under is just beneath the surface of our daily activities. Eventually, I admitted that he was right and I was being stupid. It’s hard to take advice from your child, but

even during a pandemic, it’s possible to learn new ways of relating to each other.

Especially in a pandemic.

Before the shelter-in-place order, I had started taking spring semester classes at Osher@Mizzou Lifelong

have three 3-foot planters filled with dirt and seeds, soaking up sunlight in our living room. I usually garden, but this year I am more appreciative of being able to take part in the natural process of planting and growing. It’s good to

Learning Institute. I volunteer there, and as soon as in-person classes were cancelled, volunteers started meeting online. Everyone had to use Zoom, a software similar to Facetime. I now use Zoom to attend Osher’s online classes and to connect with relatives in other cities. Learning new ways to cope with the challenges of being home, day in, day out, can make the difference between merely being inconvenienced and becoming despondent.

This social isolation is tough on grandparents. Some of our friends and relatives haven’t seen their grandchildren for weeks. Although Zoom or Facetime are fairly good ways to see grandchildren screen-to-screen, some have started porch visits. They stay on the porch while talking to their grandchildren who are on the other side of storm doors or picture windows. It gives both generations a change of pace for the day.

Because it’s spring, and because I will have plenty of time around the house, I’ve started vegetable seeds indoors. I

see that nature can be benevolent. I have plans to buy some chickens as well. I’ve raised chickens before, and I recommend chicken therapy to anyone needing entertainment. There is something infectiously pleasant about taking care of chickens and watching them be chickens.

I have modified my daily routine in the hopes of boosting my immune system. I exercise almost every day, walking, riding a bike or doing yardwork. The best defense against any virus – other than avoiding it or washing it off your hands – is to have a strong immune system. I find myself going to bed a little earlier than usual, and if I don’t have a good night’s sleep, I make time the next afternoon for a short nap. It’s difficult to eat healthy when you spend 24 hours a day within a few feet of your kitchen, but I try. I know some people who are good at reducing the time they spend reading or watching the news. I’m working on that.

There’s only so much news a person can stand before stressing out completely.

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As soon as I am assured that it’s safe to pop my head out of this comfortable foxhole, I will. When I do rejoin the world, I plan on searching for organizations that will be helping others get back on their feet.

As soon as I am assured that it’s safe to pop my head out of this comfortable foxhole, I will. When I do rejoin the world, I plan on searching for organizations that will be helping others get back on their feet. There are sure to be many new ways to help put the world back together.

As I write this, my grandniece is sheltering in place with her parents and younger brother in Charlottesville, Virginia. A few days ago, she sent us an email copy of the homework assignment her parents had given her. It was a note to an imagined older version of herself from the 6-year-old she is today. Just a few lines long, it said that she has to stay inside because there’s a virus outside. In a way, all of us who are sheltered in place are completing the same homework. We are imagining a time when life returns to normal, when we aren’t worried about a virus that can hurt us and those we love. In the meantime, we just have to hold on to that image of a future version of ourselves, enjoying a better world.

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Ready for a Road Trip Consider a Natural Bridges National Monument Scenic Drive in Utah.

BY DONNA HULL

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atural Bridges National Monument, located 35 miles west of Blanding, definitely qualifies as a hidden gem in southeastern Utah and a fun American Southwest adventure. The national monument offers hiking opportunities to three sandstone land bridges, as well as amazing star gazing. But if you’re short on time, the 9-mile scenic drive is a great way to see it all.

Although you might not have heard

about Natural Bridges, Theodore Roosevelt named the area as a national monument in 1908 after National Geographic magazine wrote about the land bridges in a 1904 article. The bridges have had several names over the years. In 1909, they were given Hopi names of Sipapu, Kachina and Owachomo.

On March 6, 2007, International DarkSky Association named Natural Bridges Monument as the first International

Dark Sky Park. It’s known for the river of light that’s created when the Milky Way rises over Owachomo Bridge. Attending a ranger-led star gazing program is a must-do for those camping overnight at Natural Bridges.

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isn’t meant to be rushed. Although it takes about an hour to drive the loop if you hurry, I recommend a slow travel approach.

Take your time to admire the sandstone canyon landscape and to observe the high desert plants. Stop to remember the ancient peoples who admired the same landscape long before your arrival. Allowing enough time for a hike to at least one of the bridges is a wise choice, too.

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you begin this Natural Bridges drive, you are committed to completing it.

Stretch your legs at several parking areas with short walks to overlooks of the natural bridges — Sipapu, Kachina and Owachomo. There’s also an overlook for Horse Collar ruins.

Beginning at the visitor center, before starting the Natural Bridges scenic drive, introduces visitors to the history and geology of the area. Don’t miss the movie!

At the first stop, walk the very short trail to the Sipapu overlook. The second largest natural bridge in the U.S., is easy to see and photograph from this viewpoint.

A steep trail winds down the canyon to massive Sipapu Bridge — 220 feet high with a 268-foot span. My fear of heights kicked in when I learned that climbing down ladders was part of the journey so my husband, Alan, and I enjoyed the view from the overlook. But if you’re interested in hiking to Sipapu, plan for 1 to 2 hours round-trip.

Horse Collar Ruin Overlook

Next on the Natural Bridges scenic drive tour is Horse Collar Ruin overlook. The unpaved trail leads 0.3 miles to a view of an ancestral Puebloan (or Anasazi) cliff dwelling located across the canyon.

Don’t stop here! Thought to be the oldest — and thinnest of the Natural Bridges — Owachomo is easily accessible on a half-mile round-trip hiking trail. For someone like me, who has an issue with heights, standing underneath Owachomo Bridge is a treat.

How to Get to Natural Bridges National Monument

To say that Natural Bridges National Monument is off-the-beaten-path is an understatement. Located on the Colorado Plateau in southeastern Utah, Natural Bridges is approximately 35 miles west of Blanding. It’s one of the Utah stops along Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway.

Natural Bridges is accessible by automobile or bike. The usual route is to drive west on Highway 95 out of Blanding, before turning onto Highway 275 which dead ends at the monument.

To reinforce the idea that this part of the country is isolated, there is no cell service. State Route 95 didn’t even exist until the uranium boom of the 1950s.

And the road wasn’t paved until 1976.

During the early part of this century, visitors rode three days on horseback from Blanding to the national monument.

Now that’s off-the-beaten-path!

Arrive the Adventurous Way You’ll need binoculars or a camera zoom lens to get a good look. If you’re exploring Natural Bridges by foot on the 5-mile trail that visits all the bridges, you’ll pass by Horse Collar Ruin.

Kachina Bridge

In the middle, both in size and location, Kachina Bridge is the second bridge you’ll see on this drive. But it’s the widest in girth at 44 feet. To reach the overlook from the parking area, you’ll walk on a steep, paved trail — there are handrails — 0.3 miles to the Kachina Bridge overlook.

If you’d like to hike down to the

bridge, expect a very steep, 1.4-mile round-trip hike. Standing underneath Kachina Bridge is one of the rewards, along with checking out the petroglyphs on the side of Kachina. The journey includes negotiating a wooden ladder, as well as rock and wooden stairs plus switchbacks.

Owachomo Bridge

An extremely short paved path leads to the Owachomo Bridge overlook. After admiring the bridge, look down to a pool of water known as Zeke’s bathtub.

But don’t think about hiking down for a swim. It’s against park regulations.

Of course, Alan and I never arrive the easy way. We chose to cut across the Colorado Plateau on Butler Wash Road, a dirt track that parallels Comb Ridge between Highway 163 out of Bluff (our headquarters for exploring this region of Utah) and Highway 95. Now part of Bears Ears National Monument, the area is filled with prehistoric sites including Anasazi ruins and rock art, if you know where to look. Exploring in more detail is on our Boomer to do list for another trip.

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Tips for Visiting Natural Bridges National Monument Where to Stay While Blanding offers the closest accommodations, we prefer staying in Bluff when exploring southern Utah. For a more upscale experience, our choice is Desert Rose Inn & Cabins. If you enjoy the intimacy of a bed and breakfast, we highly recommend Valley of the Gods Bed & Breakfast.

Bring This There is no food available in the park so pack a picnic and snacks.

Due to high altitude (elevation 6250 feet) and dry, high desert environment, bring lots of water as well as a wide brim hat and sunscreen.

Natural Bridges Weather The temperature fluctuates widely in the high desert, sometimes as much as 40 degrees. Summer temperatures can exceed 100 F with winter lows below 20 F. Monsoons are possible in mid to late summer. Checking the local National Weather Service forecast before starting out is always a good idea.

Best Time to Visit I recommend April-May or mid-September to October for the best weather experience. You’ll avoid summer’s searing heat. Natural Bridges is open during the winter, with limited services. still enough daylight left for more Boomer travel adventure. Once again, we chose the adventurous way back to our lodging in Bluff.

We continued on Highway 95 to State Route 261 that crosses Cedar Mesa. Moki Dugway, a dirt road worthy of a thrill ride travels down from Cedar Mesa and back to Highway 163 and Bluff. Hold on tight to the steering wheel as your vehicle descends 1,200 feet on three miles of switchbacks at 11% grade — not recommended for RV’s.

Before driving down Moki Dugway, turn right for the fantastic view of the San Juan River goosenecks at Muley Point Overlook. On a clear day, you’ll see the spires of Monument Valley silhouetted against the sky.

If there’s time, after descending the steep road, stop at Goose Necks State Park or venture into Valley of the Gods. Another option is to save these two adventures for a second day of exploring during your time in southeastern Utah.

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Road Conditions Natural Bridges National Monument scenic drive loop is paved, as is Highway 95. Be sure to gas up in Blanding (or Bluff ) as fueling opportunities are very limited. And it’s always a good idea to check road conditions at the official Utah Department of Transportation website. Do this before leaving Blanding or Bluff as cell service is extremely sparse.

Camping in the Monument The campground, which is open year-round, is located near the visitor’s center. It offers 13 basic sites with no hookups, electricity or running water. The spots are filled on a first-come first-serve basis.

More to see near Natural Bridges National Monument Monument Valley is the big draw in this part of southern Utah. Here are some of the lesser known places to see near Natural Bridges.

• Explore Valley of the Gods, a mini Monument Valley • Drive the Moki Dugway • Visit Goosenecks State Park • Raft the San Juan River Donna Hull is the publisher of “The Baby Boomer’s Guide to Travel.”

Hull and her husband travel the world recording their experiences so Boomers will know exactly what to expect on their next trip.

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FACES OF COLUMBIA

COLUMBIA IS HOME TO PLENTY OF BUSINESSES, in a wide variety of industries.

But one thing many of our local companies have in common is that there’s a person — or sometimes several people — who are the “Face” behind that company, who serve as its human embodiment. In the following special section, we feature 18 local businesses and the face, or faces, behind them. Learn more about the people who make some of our favorite businesses tick and find out what they enjoy about providing their respective services to their customers and clients in our community.

THE FACE OF

Family Dentistry COLUMBIA CENTER FOR DENTISTRY COLUMBIA CENTER FOR DENTISTRY is a fullservice, state-of-the-art, personal dental care center with a mission “to partner with our patients in their pursuit of dental health and happiness through education, integrity and exceptional care as we create value in our services, lasting relationships and enthusiastic referrals.”

After 28 years practicing at the center, Dr. Brad Miller hasn’t lost sight of that mission — or lost an ounce of passion for his profession. “I am naturally a helper,” he says. “I have the opportunity every day to help people feel and look better. I can literally change their lives. It is very rewarding! And, I love the trust and relationships I’ve fostered since 1992.”

It is in fact relationships that are at the heart of Miller’s success. He says Steve Anderson, of Total Patient Service, had a major influence on his career, sharing the revelation that dentistry is first and foremost a relationship business. Anderson has helped him understand more about communication with his patients. Miller says that has allowed him to successfully realize and address their needs and wants.

“The person I’m helping has given me their trust.

That’s sacred!” I still run a successful business and I always do it with passion and compassion,” he says.

Miller attributes his strong work ethic to his

mother, saying he learned throughout his childhood the benefits of hard work and dedication. “I also had some very good coaches and teachers,” he says. “I was involved in many activities and learned to budget (and juggle) my time to be successful.”

He says one thing not many people know about him is that he went to college in England for a semester. “It was an amazing experience! It kindled my spirit for adventure,” he says.

That spirit is evident in the one word that Miller says describes him best: “READY! I’m ready for anything that comes my way,” he says. “Not to say that I’m always fully prepared, but I have learned to accept that change happens. We’re not always happy about it at first, but things happen for a reason. I’m ready to face the challenges and succeed.”

A lifelong Columbian, Miller loves his hometown.

“It’s a vibrant, diverse community. There’s no wonder why it is regularly recognized as one of the best cities in the country,” he says. “That’s why I proudly call my business Columbia Center for Dentistry.”

His recipe for relaxing is simple: Just add water. “I grew up a competitive swimmer, visiting the Lake of the Ozarks and living on Cedar Lake in Columbia,” Miller says. “I still swim three times a week, spend a lot of time at LOZ and go sailing for vacations.”

4301 RAINBOW TROUT DR., STE. #101 COLUMBIA, MO 65203 573-446-2687 | COLUMBIACENTERFORDENTISTRY.COM

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Self-Defense GRACIE HUMAITA COLUMBIA JIUJITSU GRACIE HUMAITA COLUMBIA JIUJITSU has been teaching Columbians how to protect themselves for 10 years, offering classes in self-defense, bully-proofing for kids, tactics for women’s rape prevention and consulting local law enforcement on defense tactics.

Owner Shawn Woods had always wanted to know that he could protect himself if he was ever attacked and was impressed by how easily Ultimate Fighting Champion (UFC) Brazilian fighter Royce Gracie, a smaller man, was able to defeat so many of his opponents. Woods wanted to learn Gracie’s jiujitsu style himself, but no one was teaching it in Columbia back in 2004, so he drove roundtrip to St. Louis three days a week after work to train.

After awhile Woods saw what jiujitsu had done for him mentally and physically and wanted to show others its benefits, as well. He knew Columbia needed a Gracie Humaita Jiujitsu gym and decided to open one.

“I think everyone should do jiujitsu,” Woods says. “Who doesn’t want to have the confidence of walking down the street knowing they can protect themselves and or their family? It is truly for everyone, the person looking to get into shape, learn self-defense, build confidence, etc. We have students ranging in age from 5-64, men and women.”

Woods says jiujitsu instructors are called “professors,” and he credits his success to several he’s trained with, including his Professor JW Wright,

Master David Adiv and Master Royler Gracie. “They are my mentors of the business and each one has helped me in different aspects of it,” he says. Woods called Wright the most influential of everyone in opening his business, because he called him all the time with questions when he first started out because Wright had already gone down the same path. Wright was able help Woods avoid some of the same mistakes that he made.

Woods also credits others, including his parents.

“I saw them work so hard growing up to try and give me and my brother the best life they could,” he says. “I remember helping my mom with her cleaning business growing up, and it was hard work, but I think that’s why I have no problem grinding some weeks working 12 hours a day 6-7 days a week.” Woods also acknowledges his wife’s important contribution. “When I first started, I worked a 9-5 day, then taught till 9 or 10 p.m. every night and on the weekends, also traveling to compete all over the U.S. She has always been very supportive in all of this.”

He says the most important lesson he’s learned about his business is that’s it’s all in how you treat your students. “Treat your students the way you would treat your family,” he says.

On weekends Woods enjoys hanging with his wife Jennifer and daughter Madison and their family and barbecuing.

2010 CHAPEL PLAZA COURT COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-554-6601 | GRACIEHUMAITACOLUMBIA.COM

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Commercial Realty MALY COMMERCIAL REALTY SINCE IT WAS FOUNDED IN 1993, Maly Commercial Realty has had only one female broker. That trailblazing broker is Gina Rende, who has been with Maly for seven years. Rende specializes in retail leasing and development but also participates in a multitude of other sectors of commercial real estate from industrial sales and leasing, to office sales and leasing to raw ground acquisitions and development.

“My true passion is tenant and buyer representation,” she says, “as in that role I get to teach emerging and growing business owners all about the commercial real estate world. Many do not know how the process works, how to negotiate on their own behalf, or the potential expensive surprises they need to watch out for along the way. I try my best to really listen and guide my clients in what best meets their ideal wants and needs while still being as realistic with them as to not waste time.”

Rende has always had an interest in business and real estate. Right after graduating from MU’s journalism school she opened a mobile notary company in mid-Missouri. “I knew I wanted to be my own boss and use my marketing classes to promote myself,” she says. “It was 2008 during the refinance boom and rates were at an all-time low. I drove across the state going to peoples’ homes where I explained loan documents and notarized their signatures. As refi’s started to fizzle I got into title insurance, and then was recruited into residential lending as a marketing director before I came to work at Maly.”

She credits her father, a now-retired orthopedic surgeon, for her independence and determination.

She and her three siblings didn’t see him much growing up and when they did, he was exhausted. “Would he rather have been riding his bike, skiing, or playing

a round of golf? Of course, but he didn’t allow himself the opportunity much. He taught me that if you want something in life you have to go out and work hard to provide for yourself and your family.”

Rende says the most important lesson she’s learned about the commercial realty business is that you have to pre-qualify your clients before working with them. She says she personally thinks pre-qualifying clients can be a hard task in midMissouri, stressing “you can never judge a book by its cover. Most of my best clients don’t wear suits and instead prefer muddy work boots and their old truck. Other great clients are just starting to put their business plan together and I won’t be able to help them find a space for a few years,” she says.

Calling herself “a social butterfly,” Rende loves talking with people, learning, teaching and helping them problem solve. “I get to do that every day at Maly and it is extremely fulfilling for me.”

Part of that fulfillment comes from often having the opportunity to help bring new businesses that people have never heard of to Columbia, something she especially enjoys. “For example, Element Cryotherapy, Papa’s Cat Cafe, Le Bao Asian Eatery, Clarity Floats, etc. I love seeing a need and being able to do my small part in fulfilling that need in our community.”

Rende sums up her passion for her job with this quote from Confucius, which she has hanging in her Maly office: “‘Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.’”

When not in that office, Rende likes to lift weights in her home gym, go on hikes with her giant white Great Pyrenees named Winnie, and cook healthy grain-free meals.

213 N. STADIUM BLVD, STE. 203 COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-443-3200 | WWW.MALYREALTY.COM

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Vein Conditions MISSOURI VEIN CARE MISSOURI VEIN CARE specializes in treating unsightly veins, as well as vein conditions with leg symptoms.

According to owner Dr. Michael Ryan, who opened Missouri Vein Care 15 years ago, one of its goals is to improve awareness and understanding of vein conditions.

He says patients are frequently surprised that after treatment, in nearly all cases, their symptom of fatigue goes away and they feel healthier and more active. He says education is something his staff is passionate about, and that they are available to chat online with patients, have a video screen or meet in person.

Ryan attended Harvard University as an undergrad.

After graduating, he attended Columbia University Medical School in New York where he trained to become a cardiothoracic surgeon under renowned cardiac pioneer Dr. Denton Cooley, of the Texas Heart Institute in Houston. He then practiced as a cardiac surgeon for 12 years. But Ryan was no stranger to vein issues — he suffered from vein reflux symptoms since he was in medical school with severe leg aching, nighttime cramps, restless legs and exhaustion. After being treated with minimally invasive methods, he knew this was an area of medicine which can transform people and one he wanted to focus on.

He says Cooley taught by example to never lose your temper or raise your voice and always think clearly

about any problem, however urgent it is. Ryan attributes his success at Missouri Vein Care to the time he spent as a cardiac surgeon — a role where you have a natural focus on details and drive to see things successfully to completion and make a detailed treatment plan to avoid last minute rushing. He says the most important lesson he has learned from his business is “to work hard to do the right thing for the patients and they will want to come back. This includes always being honest and helping to get to other specialists if we cannot help.”

Joking that he is “a recovering perfectionist,” Ryan says he learned from self-help entrepreneur and life coach Tony Robbins' world “how much healthier it is to have the standard be ‘outstanding,’” and that he knows he has improved but his wife says he relapses from time to time.

Few people know Ryan grew up as the son of a successful NFL football player, Frank Ryan, quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in the 1960s. “It was a unique world for me as a kid hanging out with the giant pro football players,” he says.

To relax, Ryan enjoys biking and regularly commutes by bike to work, calling it “my mental health break.” He also enjoys exercising and playing with his yellow lab, who always makes him smile when he comes home. In addition, Ryan and his wife and enjoy their lake cabin in Minnesota — when they have time!

4004 PEACH COURT, STE. E, COLUMBIA MO 65203 | 573-632-2780 | MISSOURIVEINCARE.COM

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Retirement Living THE TERRACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY GINNY EDGAR AND DAWN VAUGHN feel they’ve been fortunate to work with a great group of staff and residents who are dedicated, talented, compassionate and fun loving. They say it feels like a family at The Terrace, and because of this environment, most of the staff have been employed there for many years. Vaughn has been there for four years, while Edgar has been with the senior living/retirement living facility for 17 years.

Both say The Terrace has a special atmosphere.

“We have been told many, many times from visitors what a friendly and warm feeling they get when visiting,” Vaughn and Edgar say. “The residents and staff have a feeling of family which shows when people enter our doors.”

The two share similar stories about how they grew up interacting with seniors, and feel those experiences helped prompt their interest in their profession. “At a young age, I always enjoyed hearing my grandparents tell stories and their company,” Vaughn says. “I love learning from the elderly and enjoy helping them with whatever I can. They always show true compassion and gratitude for all that is done for them.”

Edgar agrees. “I grew up in a neighborhood in Boone County made up of elderly couples,” she says. “I felt then and still do that you can never have too many grandparents. Seniors have always had a special place in my heart. Plus, I was already in marketing and The Terrace just felt like the place for me to be.”

Both cite their parents as substantial influences on their careers. In Vaughn’s case, it was her father, and his favorite quote, which she took to heart: “’When the going gets tough the tough get going,’ and that is pretty much what I live by,” she says.

For Edgar, it was her mother. “She was always interested in my day and helped me to look at things from a different prospective. She was my career counselor,” Edgar says.

When asked what word best describes them each, their answers are telling. Vaughn says, “Tenacious.”

For Edgar, it’s “Conscientious.”

When asked for the most important lesson they’ve learned about their business, they’re again united in their thoughts. “How important it is to truly care about the individuals you meet every day,” they say. “Think of how you influence individuals that you pass, speak to, are friends with, work with, etc.

Remember even a simple acknowledgement, smile, taking time to listen and using positive words can make a difference in someone’s day.”

On a lighter note, Vaughn says few people know that she sings in the shower, while Edgar concedes she’s not known as being the best cook, nor knowing much about food and ironically, used to cook on a local television show and organized chef competitions in the larger cities in Missouri.

To relax, Vaughn enjoys listening to music while working in her yard or painting. Edgar relishes exercising, hiking and “digging in the dirt.”

1408 BUSINESS LOOP 70 W. COLUMBIA, MO 65202 | 573-875-2538 | TERRACERETIREMENT.COM

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Kitchen Transformations JULIE MARTIN DESIGNS JULIE MARTIN STARTED HER BUSINESS WITH ONE SINGLE PAINTBRUSH. In the eight years since she

began, she has grown it well beyond house painting into a successful full-service business in the home remodel industry. Her favorite thing to do is remodel kitchens, but Julie Martin Designs offers much more than that. They paint interior, exterior, cabinetry, furniture and so much more.

Martin says that she has always loved to be creative. After learning that her eye for design stood out among others and that clients appreciated her help choosing the design within their home, she decided to act on those two aspects and build a business that she could be passionate about.

She combines her eye for design with her real estate knowledge from being a licensed real estate agent and auctioneer to bring a unique ability to the table for all of her clients. Each home offers a fresh opportunity for her to transform its beauty, whether it’s for resale or so that the homeowner can enjoy the transformation themselves for years to come.

Martin attributes the success of her business to daily hard work, sacrifice and a positive attitude. She is incredibly grateful for her father Mike Brooks and her aunt Patty Gosdin. They have each had a substantial influence on her career. She says they not only supported her individual growth as a woman in this industry but also served as a spiritual support to her daily faith. Their daily inspiration has seen her through many obstacles in the business but also in her personal life. With their guidance she has made it through the bad days to the good days.

As a woman in the largely male-dominated construction industry, Martin is proud of her ability

and trade skills to actually do the work on site for her clients. Between herself and the team that she has chosen to be by her side, she is able to succeed in all aspects of the industry. Although she has been faced with many challenges over her career, she has also learned from them all. The most important lesson she has taken from her experiences is that “no one person is worthy of dimming the light within my soul that makes me so passionate about my job each day.”

She says very few people know that her favorite place to be other than with her clients is at home with her family. She is a single mom who balances her daily work with her time at home for her daughter Hailey. Each day she is in the eye of the public and while this is necessary the most important thing to her is being able to spend time with her family. Martin also has two adult sons Christion and Nicholas who are successful in their chosen careers. Together they complete the family circle as best friends and family members.

Martin’s passion runs through not only her love for her family but also all areas of her work. When you chose to work with her and her team to transform your kitchen, you are choosing to work with a highly skilled, highly recommended team with the experience level everyone deserves in their home. You will find her heart at each job, and she is known for leaving each of her clients as friends who return for future work. Julie Martin Designs has a refreshing level of integrity that speaks for itself and together she and her team are looking forward to the future.

5814 N. BROWN STATION RD., COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-228-1492

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Cardiac Care for Veterans HARRY S. TRUMAN MEMORIAL VETERANS’ HOSPITAL HARRY S. TRUMAN MEMORIAL

Veterans’ Hospital, or Truman VA as it’s known, has provided health care to area veterans since 1972. Physicians and staff currently serve veterans from 43 counties in Missouri as well as Pike County, Illinois. Truman VA staff members recognize what America’s veterans have given to protect our country, and strive to do everything within their power to honor such a high level of sacrifice.

The medical center provides a full continuum of care in both inpatient and outpatient settings to include primary care, medical and surgical specialties, behavioral health, physical and occupational therapy, and pharmacy services. Additional services include audiology and speech pathology, social work services, dermatology, dental, neurology, oncology, orthopedic surgery, podiatry, prosthetics, urology, and vision care.

In addition, Truman VA is a referral center for complex cardiovascular care, offering heart care services that include open heart surgery. It’s one of nine VA

hospitals in the three-state (Missouri, Kansas and Illinois) VA Heartland Network — a Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN).

Approximately one-third of the staff at Truman VA are veterans themselves, and almost everyone has a connection to someone who has served in the armed forces. Everyone at the facility truly “gets” veterans, and fully embraces the hospital’s mission to honor veterans through exceptional care, education and research. The cardiovascular team in particular takes this mission to heart — both literally and figuratively.

Although the cardiovascular care team is diverse, they are united in their common desire to give back to the community. When they are off-duty, they enjoy volunteering together as a team.

Truman VA wants to take care of veterans. If you know someone who has served in the armed forces and isn’t enrolled in VA care, please ask them to call Truman VA at (573) 814-6535 to verify enrollment eligibility.

800 HOSPITAL DRIVE COLUMBIA, MO 65201 | 573-814-6000 | COLUMBIAMO.VA.GOV

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Chiropractic WELLNESS WAY COLUMBIA MAXWELL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC “GOOD ENOUGH” IS A PHRASE THAT HAS NEVER BEEN GOOD ENOUGH FOR DR. JEREMY MAXWELL. Early on in practice, he knew he wanted the best for his patients. The best care, the best health, the best clinical results. This led him to complete extensive training after he began practice mastering the “Blair” technique of upper cervical spinal corrections.

This technique freed the brainstem area of interference, giving superior clinical results for his patients.

According to the chiropractic philosophy, there are three factors that can impact and impart disorder within the body: Trauma, Toxins and Thoughts. Every individual is impacted by each of the three T’s he says, however — and this is important — the three T’s impact each individual differently.

What does that mean? “It means each individual is unique, and their care needs to be just as unique as they are,” Maxwell explains.

To effectively address this truth, he implemented The Wellness Way approach into his practice. “The Wellness Way is a network of health restoration clinics, that think and act differently to solve the health challenges others can’t,” Maxwell says. “Their philosophy is founded on the idea that the human body was not designed for illness, and when properly cared for, can restore its innate ability to heal.”

As a Wellness Way clinic, Maxwell looks at the body like a Swiss watch. “For instance, did you know your big toe controls your heart? It’s true,” he says. “While it seems ridiculous, think for a moment — if someone came along and jumped on your big toe, what would

happen to your heart rate and your blood pressure?

They would skyrocket. Should you go to a doctor to get a medication to make it go back down? How about take a natural herb to make it go down? Well, those solutions may work, but … how about we remove the person on your toe? That’s what looking at the body like a Swiss watch is: understanding each piece is intricately connected to the rest.”

This methodology has empowered Maxwell to guide patients to the results of not only his dreams, but theirs.

The Wellness Way Columbia clinic is an exciting place of hope and health restored. Like all Wellness Way clinics across the country, Maxwell thinks differently. He understands that just because something is common, does not mean it’s normal.

You are not alone on your journey to overcoming health challenges; Maxwell and The Wellness Way team can show you how to think differently and take control of your health.

The people of Columbia and the surrounding area are near and dear to Maxwell. Each individual he is able to connect with is another opportunity to build a stronger community. A healthier community. One where people thrive and engage and live their best lives. Just as it was when he started his practice, his passion is for people.

“Good enough” is not good enough, and he looks forward to each opportunity to champion health for each individual and the community alike.

Maxwell has been married to his lovely wife Shelby for 25 years. Together with their four children they are proud to call Columbia home.

2503 BERNADETTE DR., COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | (573) 443-6828 | MAXWELLFAMILYCHIROPRACTIC.COM

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Salon Culture BESPOKE HAIR COMPANY BESPOKE HAIR CO. IS CHANGING UP the way both guests and stylists view today’s hair salon. Owner Kelsi Allen has striven to change up the typical assumed salon culture by creating an environment that is community-driven and thrives both upon women embracing their inner beauty as well as helping to build each other up.

Whether guest or stylist, the difference is clear as “Bespoke isn’t just about love or results, it’s unrivaled love-driven results.”

Bespoke is a team that loves what they do, loves each other, the culture, mission and the trust that each guest gives them.

Allen is proud of the fact that the stylists at Bespoke are “focused on leading a passionate team that effortlessly models heart-led leadership and willingly passes it on to others”. The other guiding light attributed to Bespoke’s successful atmo-

sphere is their dedication to serving others and always doing the right thing.

Bespoke proudly co-create styles with world-known brands such as Redken, Pureology and Summit Salon Business.

They also offer permanent cosmetics and enjoy enhancing their guests’ natural beauty with microblading.

One piece of advice the Bespoke team would like to share is that every decision made, every conversation had, are reflections of who we are. Be thankful for your failures, realizations, self-discoveries and inevitable character faults. Most important, be thankful for those really hard times. They make your accomplishments so much brighter. Truly embrace the entire process and don’t hesitate to ask for help — you can’t do everything by yourself and that’s ok!

210 CORPORATE LAKE DRIVE COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-442-8664 | BESPOKEHAIRCO.COM

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Stroke Rehabilitation RUSK REHABILITATION HOSPITAL ESTABLISHED IN 1997 AS A JOINT VENTURE between MU Health Care and Encompass Health, Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital provides an elevated level of specialized care for stroke patients in mid-Missouri.

Stroke is one of the leading causes of severe disabilities in the US, and the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association cite evidence which strongly supports that stroke patients receive inpatient rehabilitation care from a hospital setting, such as Rusk, “in preference to a skilled nursing facility.�

The hospital uses an intensive, hospital-based interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians and nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with advanced technology and expertise to help people achieve their goals after a stroke and integrate back into the community.

Rusk has been recognized by the Joint Commission and holds a disease specific certification in Stroke Rehabilitation since 2012. Rusk also offers a second chance stroke program which creates a clear path for patients to overcome physical and cognitive challenges associated with a stroke. You may qualify for our second chance stroke program.

315 BUSINESS LOOP 70 WEST COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-817-2703 | RUSKREHABHOSPITAL.COM

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Gratitude NEVERSTOP NEVERSTOP OFFERS MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING and business/executive coaching, two things its founder, TJ Sweet, truly has a passion for. He has practiced, studied and taught gratitude for over six years.

He was first inspired to go into his profession after he was introduced to the concept of gratitude journaling by Scott Schutte and Nate Kesterson, owners of Evolved Personal Training, at a time when he had lost his perspective. “I was inspired,” Sweet says,” and therefore I want to inspire others.”

The most important lesson he’s learned about his business is that you always have to lead with your “why” and want to give more to people than you take from them. “My ‘why’ is to help people see the world through a grateful lens to gain a new perspective on it,” he says, “A perspective of hope, optimism, courage and joy.”

Sweet relaxes by meditating, practicing gratitude, walking his two pups, hot yoga and exercise. Some people may not know that TJ published a book called "Practice Gratitude: Find Joy in 2019" and he has a podcast called "Living the Sweet Life".

3811 STEINBROOKE TERRACE COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-673-2641 | NEVERSTOPGRATITUDE.COM

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Custom Jewelry MOLLY’S JEWELRY DESIGN THE ARTS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A PASSION FOR MOLLY SMITH. After working for many years as an “on the floor” salesperson, she decided she wanted to design and create jewelry. So she attended Gem City College and learned how to hand-carve wax and cast her own jewelry, as well as how to set diamonds and gemstones. She’s had her own jewelry shop for 6 years, doing custom design and repair.

Smith describes herself as “creative,” and attributes her success to her unstoppable drive and strong will, along with her integrity. “Honesty is my policy on and off the bench,” she says. “When you stop in my store, I want you to feel welcome and at ease.”

She says few people know she’s something of a sharpshooter, “I can sling a pistol like Doc Holliday and hit a target like Annie Oakley! (well most of the time),” she jokes.

When not working, Smith pursues outdoor activities such as horseback riding, walking her dogs and fishing.

422 MAIN ST., BOONVILLE, MO 65233 | 660-672-5074 | MOLLYSJEWELRYDESIGN.COM

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Furniture

MAY WYNN ARTISAN HOME JESSICA FOOTE, OWNER OF MAY WYNN ARTISAN HOME, recently turned her passion of decorating and plants into a business. Initially, she was inspired by artisan-made products she would find online and wanted to bring that to Columbia. Her store offers a variety of artisan-made home goods, modern furnishings and plants. She loves connecting with the people who make the products for her store and also helping customers find that special item for their home.

The store is named after her two daughters, in part, because she hopes to be a role model for them as a female business owner. “May Wynn” is a combo of their middle names.

Foote describes herself as determined and says her first job was working at McDonald’s at 14. She’s found it’s important to be adaptable in business and in life. “Things are not always going to go as planned and you just have to go with it,” she says.

When she’s not working, she enjoys relaxing with bike rides or wine — though usually not at the same time, she jokes.

1401 FORUM BLVD. STE. 101 COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-445-2641 | SHOPMAYWYNN.COM

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Employee Benefits TIG ADVISORS AS AN INDEPENDENT INSURANCE FIRM, TIG helps its clients manage risk and achieve greater success through its business segments of commercial insurance, personal insurance and employee benefits. Jason Swindle has been with the firm for 19 years and enjoys helping business owners and executives positively impact one of the biggest line items on their financial statements: employee benefits.

As a Health Rosetta-certified benefits advisor, Swindle helps clients balance their employees’ needs with their bottom lines, by applying the firm’s Four Elements of a High-Performing Health Plan. He attributes his success at TIG to the support of an amazing leadership team and coworkers. He also credits the steadfast support he receives at home, along with his faith.

Swindle says few people know he can relate to Zac Efron’s character in “High School Musical,” because when he was in high school, he played Snoopy in “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” and was captain of the basketball team.

200 E. SOUTHAMPTON DRIVE, COLUMBIA, MO 65203 | 573-875-4800 | TIGADVISORS.COM

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Hospitality THE BROADWAY DOUBLETREE BY HILTON THE BROADWAY DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ranks in the top five DoubleTree by Hilton hotels in the Americas — no small feat.

Future plans for it include adding an additional 80 guest rooms and meeting space. Hilton’s corporate mission is to be the most hospitable company in the world, by creating heartfelt experiences for guests, meaningful opportunities for team members, high values for owners, and by having a positive impact in the communities where its hotels are located. That takes the form of assisting nonprofits with donations, as well as volunteering.

Team members place a high value on professionalism and live by a simple motto: H-Hospitality, I-Integrity. L-Leadership. T-Teamwork, O-Ownership and N-Now. They strive to hear, empathize, apologize and thank their guests daily. Team members also make time for continual learning and improvement. For the local team here in Columbia, that means outings and teambuilding events on The Roof at The Broadway.

1111 EAST BROADWAY COLUMBIA, MO 65201 | 573-875-7000 | THEBROADWAYCOLUMBIA.COM

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Columbia Tradition CC’S CITY BROILER CC’S IS KNOWN FOR SERVING the best steaks and seafood, each grilled to perfection over a live oak fire, while excelling at the lost art of exceptional service. Managing Partner Dustin Norem has been with the restaurant for 20 years, and credits CC’s enduring success to founder Scott Cleeton. “Scott always took the time to explain his thinking behind all that he did whether it was washing dishes, grilling or his vision of the type of ‘show’ or experience he wanted for our guests here,” Norem says. “The main thing he taught me was to always over-deliver and to always care about the details because that’s what matters the most.”

Whether it’s a first date, a family celebrating or a husband and wife getting a much-deserved break from kids, Norem says it has always been and will continue to be an honor to play a role in making their time at CC’s memorable. “It’s an extremely rewarding feeling and hard to explain but I love it,” he says.

1401 FORUM BLVD, COLUMBIA MO 65203 | 573-445-7772 | CCSCITYBROILER.COM

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Primary Care MMG-FAMILY MEDICINE FOR DR. HEATHER GESSLING, BECOMING A DOCTOR WAS INEVITABLE. “I couldn’t imagine anything else,” she says. She loves family medicine because it allows her to practice a wide variety of medicine and care for every single age group. She says there’s a shortage of family medicine physicians in Columbia, and that patients hardly expect to be able to find a doctor anymore. If they do find one, they don’t expect easy accessibility to them.

“My goal is to change that mentality,” Gessling says. “I’m expanding my practice to provide access to really good care for the entire family.”

Gessling attributes her success to her excellent medical school training at the University of Missouri-Columbia, and also to the influence of her grandparents, who continue to be her “go-tos” for advice. She relishes walks with her family and prayer time in the morning.

525 N. KEENE ST., STE. 301, COLUMBIA MO 65201 | 573-449-2141 | MISSOURIMEDICALGROUP.ORG

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DAY ONE

WITH THE ALLURING PROMISE OF SWIMMING, BOATING, FISHING OR JUST SIMPLE RELAXATION, a lake getaway in the summer is practically a rite of passage for many Missourians. In an hour’s drive from Columbia, you can be at the Lake of the Ozarks, a 55,000-acre body of water that the Missouri Division of Tourism calls the state’s “most popular lake destination.” Nicknamed the Magic Dragon because of its serpentine shape, this massive waterway winds through four counties and has 1,150 miles of shoreline — longer than the coastline of California.

While the water is the biggest draw, there’s also plenty of eating, shopping and exploring to enjoy on dry land. Ready for an unforgettable weekend? Follow our two-day itinerary that plots a Lake of the Ozarks journey fit for everyone from foodies and thrill seekers to outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs.

Fuel up for your first day at the Lake with breakfast at Stewart’s Restaurant on the Bagnell Dam Strip. This quaint diner satisfies with classic comfort foods such as biscuits and gravy, country fried steak, buttermilk pancakes and hearty omelets. You can top anything on the menu with chili, sausage gravy, shredded cheddar or grilled onions. Order the “Biggest Cinnamon Roll at the Lake” for a massive morning treat.

After your meal, take a stroll down the strip, a historic district packed with restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment venues.

Grandma’s Candy Kitchen can tackle any sweet tooth with its selection of 40 taffy flavors, 20 varieties of fudge, chocolates, bulk candies and more. Old Time Photos will transport you to bygone eras with portrait sessions that feature period costumes, accessories, sets and props. Dogpatch is a 10,000-square-foot general store that’s been a fixture of the strip since 1947. Here you’ll find souvenirs, home decor, toys, jewelry, pottery and

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more. Next door is Dogpatch Arcade, where you can play classic games including pool, pinball, air hockey, Skee-ball and ring toss.

The Bagnell Dam area is the launch point for a variety of tours that highlight some of the Lake’s top attractions. Step aboard the Celebrations II yacht for a 90-minute narrated cruise or book a Lake Ozark Helicopters ride. The company’s most popular tour is a 19-mile excursion that provides a 360-degree aerial look at Bagnell Dam, the Grand Glaize Bridge, the mansions of Million Dollar Row and the Osage Beach Outlet Marketplace. Soar as high as 500 feet above the water for a one-of-a-kind view of the Lake on a Paradise Parasail adventure. Early-morning flights are recommended for the best weather and most peaceful experience.

For a panoramic perspective on solid ground, head to the Ameren Scenic Overlook, which has informational kiosks, a fish and bird observation area and one of the original turbines used to power the dam’s electric generators. Nearby, the Adirondack-

style Willmore Lodge offers amazing views from its back deck atop a wooded hillside. The log structure, built in 1930, also has a history museum dedicated to the creation of Bagnell Dam and the Lake of the Ozarks.

Drive 3 miles south on Bagnell Dam Boulevard for lunch at Baxter’s Lakeside Grille, where you can dine on steak, seafood, pasta, soup, sandwiches, burgers and salads surrounded by an epic waterfront vista. The scenic eatery also provides plenty of options for vegetarian and gluten-free customers.

Check into The Lodge of Four Seasons, where luxurious guest rooms and suites combine with first-class amenities. Reserve a tee time at one of the resort’s two championship golf courses, lounge by the spacious cloverleaf pool or head to the Japanesethemed Spa Shiki, where 15,000 square feet of relaxation awaits in the form of massages, facials, pedicures and body treatments.

Ask the resort staff to arrange a private charter for waterskiing, wakeboarding, wake skating and tubing, or be your own captain and rent a boat from the property’s full-service marina.

Watch a breathtaking sunset and enjoy a world-class dinner at JB Hook’s, which gets rave reviews for its hand-carved steaks and fresh seafood. End the evening with cocktails at the upscale 1932 Reserve bar. The modern industrial space also has a farm-totable restaurant and six boutique lofts for overnight stays.

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DAY two

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The carrot cake at Paint Box Cafe is enough reason to stop by for brunch, but you’ll also want to devour the tasty sandwiches, soups and salads. You won’t be far from Lake of the Ozarks State Park, where you can take a hike or ride your bike through open woodlands and sunny glades. Go fishing for bass, crappie, walleye, bluegill and catfish, rent kayaks and paddle boats, climb the awe-inspiring rock formations or enjoy a swim at the park’s two sandy beaches. Within the grounds you can also explore the Ozark Caverns, known for its unique Angel Showers, a neverending flow of water that seems to come out of the solid rock ceiling. The park also rents yurts and rustic cabins to campers who don’t want to pitch a tent.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, browse the aisles at Harmy’s Cheese Store & More, where you can sample nearly everything in stock including local wine and spirits and more than 150 types of Wisconsin cheeses. There’s also a large selection of nuts, sauces, meat products, crackers, jams, pickled

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items and seasonings. Nosh on a cheese curd panini or share a charcuterie board on the roomy deck. Buy snacks to go for the perfect picnic lunch.

Travel west on highway 54 through the town of Linn Creek, home to the action-packed Big Surf Waterpark and the Camden County Historical Society & Museum. Continue on to Camdenton to visit the Funky Buffalo Brew House and Trading Company for shopping, coffee, sandwiches, pastries, soups, wraps and desserts. Three miles away is Ha Ha Tonka State Park, where the ruins of a majestic stone castle overlook sinkholes, caves, a massive natural bridge and Missouri’s 12thlargest spring. The park’s hiking trails traverse wooded areas and open rocky glades while its picnic sites offer spots to sit back and take in the pristine beauty. More natural wonders are just up the road at Bridal Cave, where you can take a guided tour to discover the history, geology and biology of the cavern’s multiple chambers.

Dinner at The Trophy Room at Old Kinderhook Resort is sure to please with tempting dishes such as wild mushroom flatbread, lobster fettuccine alfredo, filet mignon, jalapeno cheddar grits and gluten-free chocolate cake topped with berries and whipped cream. The drink menu showcases traditional favorites such as cosmos, Manhattans and martinis alongside more creative fare like the adult root beer float, which includes vanilla vodka and anise-flavored liqueur.

For a more laid-back agenda, settle in at one of the area’s lakeside pools where cold drinks, good eats and live music are the order of the day. Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill creates a festive vibe with its adults-only pool and swim-up bar, basketball and sand volleyball courts, and lawn games such as ladder golf and washers. Treat yourself to a pound of crab legs or the gourmet Sunset Burger topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, jalapeños, barbeque sauce. There’s a second pool and playground for kids, and even man’s best friend is welcome to join the fun.

Backwater Jack’s, Dog Days and Redhead Lakeside Grill are just a few of the other inviting places to take a dip with the Lake as your backdrop.

When you’ve soaked up enough sun, find your way to the village of Laurie on the Lake’s west side for dinner at JJ’s at the Copper Pot. The fine-dining establishment impresses with small plates like brie cheese, diced apple, and prosciutto-wrapped in puff pastry with raspberry jalapeno sauce. The street tacos filled with Hawaiian-style pork, guacamole, pineapple salsa, pickled red onion, chipotle sauce, and cotija cheese are also divine. Chef and co-owner Joseph Cope list the deep-fried lobster served atop shoestring potatoes, and the roasted rack of New Zealand lamb, presented over mushroom risotto with goat cheese, beets and balsamic glaze, among his favorite entrees. The restaurant’s beverage book showcases coffees, cocktails, beers, and over 180 different wines, earning it an award of excellence from Wine Spector in 2019. You can end your meal on a sweet note with a boozy float or choose from other dessert options like chocolate lava cake, bread pudding bites, and lemon poppyseed cheesecake.

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By Olivia DeSmit

HyVee, Major Brand and Cupcake Vineyards collaborated to deliver 800 cupcakes to health care workers at the University of Missouri Health Care System.

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s Columbians battled their way through the stay-athome order, personal quarantines, working from home with their spouses and schooling their kids over the past several months, one thing stood out. Well, several people and businesses stood out. While everyone did their part staying home to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some members of our community stepped up and did far more than was expected or asked of them.

In April, we asked you to nominate individuals and businesses that you knew were making a difference in people’s lives. From donating time and supplies to create face masks for health care workers to making hand sanitizer from liquor to providing free meals for affected families, several businesses and people made us beyond proud to call Columbia our home. Here are just a few of your nominations.

Hy-Vee, Major Brands and Cupcake Vineyards All three Columbia Hy-Vee locations, along with beverage distributor Major Brands and one of its winery partners, Cupcake Vineyards, collaborated to deliver 800 cupcakes to health care workers in the University of Missouri Health Care System. Major Brands-Columbia General Manager Kelly Collins wanted to support not only its retail customers (Hy-Vee) but, more important, also share some love with the tireless men and women on the front lines of the pandemic.

their and other Appletree employees’ efforts, along with donated time and supplies from many Columbia residents. More than 4,300 masks were made and donated to local businesses and health care workers.

Appletree donated around 400 yards of fabric and 1,600 yards of elastic. Using these materials and additional donated elastic, experienced and amateur quilters, seamstresses and just Columbians in general helped sew masks for those in need.

It takes about a yard of fabric to make 12 masks, and each mask requires 14 inches of elastic. Nationwide, elastic is in short supply, but Appletree was able to rely on the generosity of Columbians, who donated their surplus to help make more masks.

To facilitate the effort, Appletree kept bins outside the store with supplies for mask-making that people could pick up and another bin to return completed masks in. Finished masks were donated to Kilgore’s, Lenoir Woods, Boone Hospital and many other places. The Columbia Weavers and Spinners’ Guild deserves a shout-out for its part in the effort.

Columbia first responders Columbia’s first responders — police, firefighters and EMTs — have had to go into homes with infected people, which added a heightened level of stress to their already stressful, high-pressure jobs dealing with life and death and dangerous and dire situations. They did as they were asked without hesitation, remaining resolute in their desire to help serve, protect and save those in our community.

Appletree Quilting spearheaded a mask-making effort, donating 400 yards of fabric and 1,600 yards of elastic.

Welcome Home team Welcome Home Inc., a local nonprofit that helps homeless and at-risk veterans safely transition back into society, has continued to aid local veterans throughout the pandemic.

Staff have been operating with a much smaller crew than usual and have continued risking their health in an effort to support veterans. “I continue to be amazed at their determination, steadfast dedication and care they give to our at-risk and homeless veterans,” their nominator, Michelle Vogt, says. “They give selflessly each and every day to make sure our veterans and their families get the support they deserve.”

Mask-making Efforts Appletree Quilting owners Eric Nelson and Amy Reilly spearheaded a community face mask-making effort during the stay-at-home order, and they continue to help provide masks for local health care workers. The mass mask-making initiative, part of their Give Back Sewing program, was made possible through

“It has been a pleasure coordinating with the local hospitals, the city and county and other folks in the area that have needed to help protect themselves during this time of outbreak,” Give Back Sewing Coordinator Beth Greimann says. “We count it a privilege to be able to do anything for the community.”

Columbia resident Kristi Palmer stepped up at the beginning of the shutdown after hearing that there was a mask shortage.

“I felt like I wanted to do my part, and I had the materials and skills and saw the need,” Palmer says. “I wanted to do a little something to try to make a difference.”

But because elastic is in short supply, Palmer had to come up with an alternative for her face masks. Her church, Fulton Church of Christ, has a Shoe Pantry program that had received several barrels of shoelaces to be used for mask ties. “Debbie Clubb, the Shoe Pantry coordinator, gave the shoelaces to me and other mask makers for mask ties,” Palmer says. “I’ve distributed 40 to 50 boxes of laces locally and mailed them

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The City of Columbia Solid Waste Department helped dispose of trash and recycling material from high-risk areas.

across the country, as well.” Someone even drove up from St. Louis to collect the remaining laces to take back to mask-makers in her area.

After finding the solution to the elastic shortage, Palmer used personal supplies to create masks for friends, family and coworkers, and she participated in JoAnn Fabric and Craft Store’s national mask-making program, which enabled volunteers to make more than 1 million masks nationwide. Palmer estimates she made about 100 masks total.

Palmer’s nominator, Stacie McCutcheon, says, “She has since gone on to make masks for community members and has even posted a quick tutorial online teaching others how to make masks.

She has proven that even when we are facing big problems, one person can make a difference.”

City of Columbia Solid Waste Department During the COVID-19 crisis, several city agencies went above and beyond. One is the city’s Solid Waste Department. “During this uncertain time dealing with COVID-19, these workers have continued to take care of our solid waste needs without pause,” Candace Woodson, their nominator, says. “This is already a dangerous job, but with the virus in Boone County, it is especially dangerous. Trash and recycling material is coming from hospitals, nursing homes and many other high-risk areas. Without the brave men and women working in these areas, the COVID-19 virus could have easily gotten out of control. Because they continue to keep us safe, they are truly deserving of the Hometown Hero award.”

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Rallying Restaurants Columbia’s restaurants are in the business of serving food, but during these trying times many of them stepped up by also serving the greater good. Their efforts filled empty stomachs — but also filled our hearts.

David Johnson, owner of The Broadway Diner, has donated more than 2,800 meals to kids in need. “When I saw how the whole community was going to be impacted, my first inclination was to take care of the kids that would normally have breakfast or lunch through the school,” he says. “We will always take care of people who are hungry.” Johnson started giving away meals in midMarch, which we first announced via a tweet that read, “If you are a student who normally has breakfast and lunch at school, if you can get here safely, I will feed you.”

“David has a very big heart,” Vicki Leis, his nominator, says. “He loves his customers and is very much into community service.”

Patchwork Family Farms, part of the Missouri Rural Crisis Center, is donating family farm raised pork to The Broadway Diner to help with Dave Johnson’s efforts to feed mid-MO children in need. Patchwork is also collaborating with Broadway Brewery to provide free hot meals to un- and underemployed mid-Missourians and has donated more than 400 packages of pork to restaurant workers in Columbia, including employees of Barred Owl Butcher & Table, Broadway Diner and Top Ten Wines, according to the Missourian’s reporting. MRCC and Patchwork Family Farms is currently distributing more relief packages with funding from Heart of Missouri United Way and Veterans United Foundation.

Como Smoke and Fire gave away more than 300 meals to kids

David Johnson, owner of The Broadway Diner, has given away more than 2,800 meals to kids in need.

Mike Pratt, owner of The Quarry, has given away more than 1,000 meals to kids in need.

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in need in Columbia. “We give out a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, chips, fruit cup, cookie and usually a piece of fresh fruit in each meal,” co-owner Matt Hawkins says. “At the beginning of the stay-at-home order, we were probably giving away six to 10 per day, and now it’s just on a call-in basis or if someone comes through the drive-thru and asks.”

The Quarry is another eatery that helped feed not just Columbians’ hunger, but also our hope. Owner Mike Pratt says they’ve given away more than 1,000 meals so far and will continue to do so until kids are able to get meals at schools once more.

A collective of other restaurants, local chefs and other good folks from Pasta La Fata, Ozark Mountain Biscuit, Pizza Tree, Café Berlin, Beet Box, Fiddle and Stone Bread Co. and Scott’s Baked Goods held “Scrappy Meals” events to help feed those in need during this crisis. Their efforts distributing free singleserving meals and family meal kits in the parking lot of Café Berlin were awesome.

In addition, Beet Box provided free meals to health care workers, and places such as Nourish, Seoul Taco and Hot Box Cookies added options to ordering, allowing you to “treat” a health care worker with a gift card, cookies or other items.

Wade Bradley, owner of the local Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, provided free boxed lunches to the Columbia Police Department, University of Missouri Hospital ICU team, the drive-thru testing facility team nearby and Boone Hospital ICU.

Robin Blount & Mary Beck As incident commanders during the COVID-19 crisis at Boone Hospital Center and University of Missouri Health Care respectively, both Dr. Robin Blount and Mary Beck had a huge hand in directing health care procedures that enabled Columbians to weather the worst virus outbreak of our time.

In a nomination from Kathleen Pitzer, Blount was praised for being instrumental in leading Boone’s preparation for and response to the pandemic. Blount has worked tirelessly, Pitzer said, both on the floors and in Boone’s Incident Command Center while also collaborating with other community partners, including MU Health Care and Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital.

Blount and Beck will continue to monitor how and when Boone Hospital and MU Health Care can safely and gradually resume elective cases and other operations, with an eye to safeguarding the community and managing public health risk.

Shelter Insurance The Shelter Insurance Foundation donated $50,000 to a joint effort of Heart of Missouri United Way, the City of Columbia, Boone County and the Community Foundation of Central Missouri in an effort to provide crisis relief. The foundation also donated $1,000 on behalf of each agent to a charity of the employees’ choice helping to provide support and relief to those affected by COVID-19.

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Lisa Driskel Hawxby, co-owner of DogMaster Distillery, helped the business turn on its head from producing liquor to hand sanitizer. They’ve made more than 2,200 gallons of hand sanitizer since.

Veterans United Fund The Veterans United Foundation donated $1 million to COVID-19 relief efforts nationwide, with $500,000 going to local efforts in Columbia. The foundation is funded solely by the employees of Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliated companies. The donations helped fund emergency relief and purchased supplies, such as masks. More than 25,000 meals were purchased from local restaurants affected by COVID-19 and the stay-at-home order in Columbia and were delivered to health care workers at local hospitals along with a homeless shelter. Additionally, each employee was given $100 as a direct deposit to support local businesses. The company also pledged $250,000 and partnered with Operation Gratitude for the #HereForOurHeroes campaign to provide 50,000+ care packages for National Guard and other military response units who have been activated in response to COVID-19. The company developed an online message writing platform for people to submit messages of support. The messages are printed on postcards included with the care packages.

Culver’s Collaboration Area insurers Columbia Insurance Group, Missouri Employers Mutual and Shelter Insurance partnered with Culver’s of Columbia to offer 12,000 meal vouchers for health care workers and first responders in Boone County. Each insurance company funded a portion of the meals provided, and Culver’s covered the remaining cost. Recipients will have three months to redeem the voucher.

“We truly appreciate the dedication of those serving on the front lines of COVID-19, and we wanted to give back,” says Matt Moore, president and CEO of Shelter Insurance. “We know a meal is just one small gesture, but we hope it lets them know we care.”

Shaun and Olga Morris, owners and operators of Culver’s of Columbia, distributed the vouchers to workers at MU Health Care, Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, Boone Hospital

and to area first responders such as the Boone County Fire Protection District and the Columbia Fire Department.

“At Culver’s we say that ‘giving back is our greatest pleasure,’ and we mean it,” Shaun Morris says. “It is an honor for us to have a chance to say thank you.”

Boone County School Staff We would like to give a huge shout out to all of the school staff, including teachers, administrative staff and bus drivers who helped keep our kids educated and fed. From dropping off books at student’s homes for them to read to driving around town with meals for students in need, our school staff have been absolutely incredible during this time. Thank you!

DogMaster Distillery After the Columbia Police Department approached DogMaster Distillery and asked whether it could create hand sanitizer from their liquor, husband-and-wife founders Van and Lisa Driskel Hawxby lost no time in getting started. “We have given away close to 100 gallons of hand sanitizer,” Driskel Hawxby says.

Much of that was given to the Columbia Police Department, Coil Construction, which built hand-cleaning stations for the local homeless population, and LegacyPoint Church, which distributed the sanitizer to low-income households. Although DogMaster has given away 100 gallons, they’ve made more than 2,200 gallons total, which has been distributed to local businesses and organizations and sold to local residents unable to find it at grocery stores.

One of their nominators, Sam Hawkins, says, “Not only are they making hand sanitizer for police/sheriff’s offices, city and county offices, but they are also including the general public.

They have helped Mexico, Moberly, Slater, Hallsville, Centralia, Jeff City and even communities in the Bootheel of the great state of Missouri (M-I-Z). With this gesture, they have pulled many other businesses together.”

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BEAUTIFYING COLUMBIA’S

B raffic oxes T A PERFECT MIX OF ART AND PRACTICALITY

By Olivia DeSmit

If you’ve ever wondered how a guitar-playing deer made it onto a traffic box in downtown Columbia, you’ve come to the right spot. Every year, the City of Columbia hires local artists to decorate downtown’s traffic boxes not only to deter graffiti, but also to bring some local art into everyday life. It’s a great way for local artists to get their work out into the world and to expose Columbians to some of the talent that lives within our city. We spoke with six of these socalled Traffic Box Artists to learn why and how their art came to be part of downtown’s everyday routine.

Amanda Harms WHY DID YOU FIRST APPLY

been primarily children’s books illustrations.

had seen over the years and its proximity to

FOR THE PROGRAM?

My first picture book will release this fall.”

where the train station used to be.”

“I was in school at the time and the Columbia College faculty are always looking for opportu-

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM

nities for their students. I learned about it there

YOUR TRAFFIC BOX DESIGN?

BRING TO DOWNTOWN?

and thought it would be an interesting and cre-

“That area of Columbia — especially being

“I think it adds a unique atmosphere to our

ative challenge. This was my first piece of public

right there on Seventh — has the cobblestone

city. Columbia is not a huge city, but it has

art, so that was a unique medium for me.”

road and it always makes my imagination go

so much public art that really emphasizes

to the past when the roads were like that ev-

the importance of art in the community

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND IN ART?

erywhere instead of those little spots that time

and the creativity of the people who live

“I went to Columbia College’s art program

has allowed to stay. It sparked my imagination

here. It creates a colorful and welcoming

for painting and drawing and my focus has

and so with the MKT trail, I started digging. I

and inspiring atmosphere.”

knew I wanted to focus on what that corner

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Brittany Williamson WHY DID YOU FIRST APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM? “I believe I received a postcard in the mail from the Office of Cultural Affairs that they had sent to artists that had applied for things in the past and maybe didn’t win. So, I went for it.”

WHAT IS YOUR ART BACKGROUND? “I am a high school art teacher in Hallsville, about to start my 18th year. My mother was an art teacher, too, so I guess it’s in my blood. I opened my business, Outside the Lines Studio, in 2013 because I was receiving a lot of orders, both commercial and residential.

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR DESIGN? “I visited Glenn’s Cafe, and sat on their patio across from the plain, empty traffic box. I noticed a lot of people walking their dogs in the area and I’m definitely a big fan of dogs.

Because the two boxes had a total of eight sides, I knew I wanted to ask the Humane Society about the most popular dog breeds in Columbia. I figured if I were going to paint dogs on the traffic boxes downtown, the breeds should have something to do with the City of Columbia.”

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM BRING TO DOWNTOWN? “Being a high school teacher, I know many students take their senior pictures in downtown Columbia. I absolutely love seeing photographs being taken by local artist’s work. These decorated boxes are just so much prettier and interesting than a plain traffic box. I appreciate that the city chooses a myriad of artists with completely different styles to add to the variety of art downtown.

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David Spear WHY DID YOU FIRST APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM? “I was actually asked to do it because I was part of a local festival at the time. There was a lot of graffiti going on and so the police department threw in some money, Central Bank of Boone County threw in some money and the other 1/3 came from the Office of Cultural Affairs and it went over really well — so that’s how the program started.”

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND IN ART? “I have my undergraduate degree in fine arts from University of Missouri in St. Louis and my master’s in painting and printmaking from University of Missouri in Columbia. My most recent project was at the new Columbia Sports Fieldhouse and involved a lot of transparencies, LED lights and plastics. I enjoy creating art in many forms, anything from graphic design to airbrushing. But painting doesn’t lose power like a computer does.”

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR TRAFFIC BOX ART DESIGN? “It was based on a design I did for Roots N Blues N BBQ, which was actually starting that year.”

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM BRING TO DOWNTOWN? “It brings a lot of character to the city with different and unique art pieces on every corner. I think that adds a lot of character to our city and places importance on arts that a lot of other towns and cities don’t do.”

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Madeleine LeMieux WHY DID YOU FIRST APPLY

right now I’m doing a lot of sewing, paint-

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM

FOR THE PROGRAM?

ing and photography.”

BRING TO DOWNTOWN?

“It was a good opportunity — I’m always looking for ways to get work that pays. The city’s program is a great local opportunity.”

“I think it does something in a practical way WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION

and in an artistic way. Studies show that pub-

FOR YOUR DESIGN?

lic art deters low level tagging on property

“It was supposed to be a visual representation

because most graffiti artists don’t want to tag

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND IN ART?

of the businesses in the North Village Arts

over someone else’s work. Historically the

“I’ve been making art in some capacity for

District, so there’s a coffee cup for Fretboard

traffic boxes have had problems with that.

most of my life, but professionally since

and a dancer for MCA and a burger for

From an artistic perspective, it makes art part

2004. I have my Bachelor of Arts from the

Ernie’s; there’s these visual representations

of the normalcy of the downtown landscape.

School of The Art Institute of Chicago, my

and they kind of follow that location too.

That’s really important because not everyone

master’s from New York University in arts

The square of the traffic box is the block of

is going to walk into a museum or gallery

administration, and I am currently getting

10 , Walnut, Orr and Park streets and each

to see art, so it brings it into life. It’s also an

my master's of fine arts from the University

side follows a block along with images. This

interesting way to create a dialogue between

of Missouri. I was previously on the board

was done in 2016, and how much that has

the public and artists. The program also helps

of directors for the North Village Arts

changed since then? So, it ended up being a

local artists; everyone who has a presence in

District and owned Resident Arts as well.

moment in time — a snapshot related to that

Columbia has a corner that they have painted

I don’t really have a favorite medium, but

business district.”

which is kind of cool, I think.”

th

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Lisa Bartlett WHY DID YOU FIRST APPLY FOR THE

College and after being a graphic designer at

works of animals playing instruments and so that’s what I submitted.”

TRAFFIC BOX ART PROGRAM?

KOMU for 10 years, decided to pursue fine

“I have loved that program and I watched

art. I became the visual director for the art

really awesome artists, of which some are

for Roots N Blues N BBQ and I still do that.

WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM

close friends, do different traffic boxes and

That’s tons of fun.”

BRING TO DOWNTOWN? “I think it brings art to the masses, which

it seemed like a really great program. After WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND

makes me really happy. That’s kind of what

I decided I really needed to apply for that. I

YOUR DESIGN?

I live for with art. I think everyone should

wish I had applied sooner.”

“It kind of correlates to Roots N Blues be-

be exposed to art and I think that is like a

watching the cool art pop up on the boxes,

cause at the time we had moved the festival

happy surprise — you’re walking down the

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND IN ART?

to Stephen’s Lake Park and the artistic

street and then you see this artwork. It’s

“I own Artlandish Gallery in the North

director at the time had suggested we use

kind of a gift that keeps on giving. I open

Village Arts District and have a working

little critters as our theme, and so I was

the city program that they send out and

studio where I produce my artwork. I got

consumed with relating art with music and

there’s my artwork. I do love having my

my bachelor’s in fine arts from Columbia

animals and the park. I had done a series of

artwork out there in public.”

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Stephanie Foley WHY DID YOU FIRST APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM? “Columbia is an artistic town and our creative community is thriving. Whether it be art, music, cinema, theater, fashion or dance, we are fortunate to have so many talented local artists and bands in our city. I relished the chance to make my own mark in the public art program, too.”

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND IN ART? “I’m deeply connected to the arts here: I have worked as the head of promotions for our arthouse cinema, Ragtag, since its inception. Remember when we used to paint the individual tickets by hand? That was me! I’m also a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, vocals, flute, sax, trumpet, bass clarinet) in the bands Vulvette (country), Maxito Lindo (rock), and Nevada Greene (ambient). I consider myself lucky — I’ve always been creating art and music. I also have a BFA in painting and printmaking from Mizzou.”

WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR TRAFFIC BOX ART DESIGN? “Columbia has awesome parks. My design highlights the simple joy of playing in the spray grounds on a carefree summer afternoon.”

WHAT DO YOU THINK THE TRAFFIC BOX PROGRAM BRINGS TO DOWNTOWN COLUMBIA? “The decorated traffic boxes bring color to our environment and — along with the parking garage sculptures and the light sculptures — show that Columbia cares about the arts.

Public art is a chance for artists and the community to interact. It was such a joy to actually be out on the street painting the traffic box. I met a lot of interesting people and even better, a lot of cute dogs!”

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hances are if you self-isolated because of COVID-19, you had a good, long look at your home’s interior. If you’ve found some things that need to be updated, you’re not the only one.

“I’ve gotten calls from clients saying they’ve had a chance to look around and evaluate changes in their home’s design,”

Ed Rohlfing, a designer at Putnam’s Studio1012 says. “I think being at home for long periods of time is definitely an incentive to evaluate changes.”

When it comes to updating your home’s look, there are some major new trends to keep in mind.

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PATTERNS GAIN IN POPULARITY Overall, minimalistic design styles are still being used, Rohlfing says. “but we now see people looking for a pop of color or pattern to update their home’s design as well,” he says.

One way to update the minimalistic look is to add a patterned tile to your

home. Rohlfing recommends adding in a classical tile pattern to your kitchen backsplash, bathroom floor or shower.

“The trendier patterns we’re seeing have a certain classicism that is reminiscent of European influences,” he says.

Another way to add pattern is with wallpaper. Wallpapers were out of vogue a number of years, Rohlfing says, but now the wallpaper options are exploding and practically endless. “We’re seeing a lot of patterned wallpapers in geometric prints, traditional patterns and textured weaves, for example grass cloth, has also made a comeback.”

COLOR CREEPING IN People aren’t just breaking minimalism with patterns, they’re also adding in bright colors to their home’s interior. Color doesn’t have to be overwhelming though, Rohlfing says. “It can be a pop of color in a fabric or an accent wall to just break up the space,” he says. Oftentimes people choose accent colors similar to Pantone colors, which are often bright, bold colors that are deeply influenced by trends in the fashion world.

“This resurrection of color is intense compared to the past minimalistic non-emphasis of color,” Rohlfing says. “Columbia is fortunate to have such a large international community that brings trends and newness into the design community. European influences are really introducing strong colors such as fuchsia and turquoise, and they’re also being used in architectural elements. I have a client who had exposed metal beams in their home painted a bright raspberry for a

pop of color.”

If raspberry exposed beams sound like a little much for you, you’re not alone either. “Locally a lot of people still like that off-white interior and grey pared down look, but they can add in accents of color to update that look,” he says.

QUALITY & FUNCTIONALITY One thing Rohlfing always recommends to his clients is to include one to two pieces of quality bench-made, or bespoke, furniture or cabinetry in every design. “These pieces give integrity and longevity to any design, and can also offer a point of historic interest,” he says.

Quality and functionality are two things that are staying from the minimalism trend. “Many of my clients want a functional living space that is spaceefficient and doesn’t have superfluous decorative details,” Rohlfing says.

One way to add such functionality is by incorporating a living space into the kitchen area. A kitchen living space often features a comfortable seating area, a fireplace and low coffee table.

“Think of it as an extension of the kitchen,” Rohlfing says. “It’s a perfect place for kids to play while dinner is being made.”

Another way to incorporate functionality into your living space is to move your workspace into the main living area. Rohlfing says he’s seeing a lot of fusion between work and living space, where people have their work stations set up in the main living area. He credits this trend to the growing use of technology in homes and home offices.

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Prevent unsightly wrinkles by hanging garments straight out of the dryer. A hanging rod is easy to install and lets you take advantage of vertical space in smaller rooms. Be sure to also stock up on hangers of various styles so you always have an ample supply ready when the buzzer sounds that another load is ready for your attention.

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A clear, clean space in the laundry room can help nudge you toward completing the task more efficiently. If you have front-loading machines, it may be as simple as adding a counter or sturdy shelf above them. If you use top-loaders, you may need to get more creative. If there’s room, a laundry sorter with a flat top is a good solution. Or if floor space is at a premium, you might consider a shelf that mounts to the wall and folds down when you need it.

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Upscale Upgrades

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Farmhouse classic home gets attractive enhancements.

A quaint unmanned guardhouse at each entrance signals that you’ve arrived at Arrowhead Lake Estates, a development that began in the 1990s and was originally 265 acres. Seven lots have been added to the neighborhood within the past five years, bringing the total now to 300 acres. There are 40 private lots.

This home, built in 2003, has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a theatre room, fitness room and 2.5 acres. But, perhaps the best part of this home? That it has easy access to the development’s namesake lake, Arrowhead Lake, a tranquil 45-acre lake stocked with fish and featuring a boat ramp and large shelter house for gatherings that has seating for 80.

The home’s master bedroom is the only bedroom on the main floor — the remaining four are upstairs, along with two of the full bathrooms. The hardwood flooring throughout the main floor and the staircases is oak and the basement and upstairs are both carpeted for comfort.

The home was recently remodeled with Anderson Homes — the kitchen, master bath and basement were updated.

“The look I was going for is bright and light,” owner Jen McCallister says. “The style of the home is farmhouse classic, so if the styles change, it’s still in-style no matter what.

“I love to have a lot of light in the house, and I want the light to shine, so a lot of the light fixtures are shiny chrome and glass.” The kitchen boasts a large island with seating accented by three contemporary pendant lights and was refinished with a Carrara marble backsplash, granite countertops, white cabinets and stainless-steel appliances, including a double oven. A round table with chairs offers another dine-in kitchen seating option and is flanked by additional cabinetry and countertop which can serve as an office space. The formal dining room adjacent to the kitchen was painted a bold Hale Navy

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by Benjamin Moore and has a large abstract painting as the center point. All of the light fixtures from the remodel are from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. “We added a white shade to soften the light fixtures and, in the foyer, changed the light fixture into a lantern style to pull in that farmhouse look,” McCallister says.

McCallister worked with Andrea Anderson to update the look of her home. “She adds little touches to the design that make you go, ‘oh wow that looks really good,’” McCallister says. “She likes to bring in some greenery to give everything a little life and a little color.”

The master bath was completely renovated from an enclosed shower to a much larger-feeling space with a counter-to-ceiling single piece seamless mirror above the double sink vanity,

glass fixtures, a sleek, roomy standalone soaker tub and an all-glass shower with floor-to-ceiling subway tile. “For an affordable price, we were able to take the mirror all the way up so that it resembles more of a piece of furniture and looks like one big piece with the vanity,” McCallister says. “It really helps the space feel more open.”

As a realtor, McCallister says she knew that they had to renovate their basement. “I know what people are wanting in houses of that price point, including special rooms like a fitness room and theatre room, so I knew I wanted to add those two things,” she says. To break up the big, open space the basement was before, they added farmhouse doors at the bottom of the

stairs to complete the classic farmhouse look. Now, the basement offers a variety of clearly defined areas for entertaining — a designated poker table area, large wet bar with counter seating, a comfortable, inviting family room, and McCallister’s ever-important upgrades to ensure that the home’s attractive to future buyers — a theatre room and dedicated fitness room.

All of the paint colors in the basement are matched with the grey cabinets at the wet bar and are in the same color family as the theatre room.

But, despite all of these “extras,” McCallister’s favorite room isn’t even inside the home. “For me, the best space is the front porch,” she says.

“It’s timeless, and we spend so much

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time out there in the summer since it’s shaded and there’s always a little breeze.” The expansive wraparound porch has a distinctive brick surface and also has two pieces of her and her husband Brett’s personal history as well. “When we built the home in 2003, we each took a brick from the places we grew up and put them into the porch,” she says. “It’s a conversation piece that we think is special in that it brings the two of us together, and it’s our first home together.”

Tying back to her design concept of classic farmhouse style, McCallister’s favorite interior aspect is the natural light that streams through the shadeless windows.

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PANCAKES: 2 egg yolks 2 tablespoons milk 6 tablespoons cake flour ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 5 egg whites ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar Nonstick spray

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Whisk the yolks with the milk. Sift flour, salt and baking powder over egg yolk mixture and stir until fully incorporated. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until you have thick stiff peaks. Slowly fold in the egg white mixture 1/3 at a time, careful not to deflate. Add the remaining egg white mixture until incorporated.

Heat a large sauté pan with lid on medium-low heat. Once warm, turn down to low heat.

Spray the pan with nonstick spray. With an ice scream scoop or measuring cup, scoop ¼ cup of mixture and place in pan and cover pan with lid. After 2-3 minutes open lid and scoop an additional ¼ cup of mixture on top of mound. Cover and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes and then open lid and flip each pancake gently and cover to cook for 2-3 minutes more. Remove from pan and top with blueberry sauce.

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COOKING WITH BROOK

have loved shortbread cookies since I was a kid. I love sugar, but I may love butter more. Shortbread is like the best of both worlds. I

remember eating Archway shortbread cookies; all of my grandparents lived in Boonville, and for many years Archway maintained a plant there. It was not until I was an adult that I found out shortbread could be flavored and lean more towards savory with the addition of

Brook Harlan is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. He is a culinary arts instructor at the Columbia Area Career Center.

herbs and other flavorings.

BASE Flour, sugar and butter. That’s it! There can be a few other flavoring items depending on what you want your end product to be.

The “short” in shortbread or shortening refers to shortening the gluten strands. This was traditionally done with butter or lard.

In early 1900 an alternative to saturated fat using vegetable oil was invented. Shortening and margarine lack much of the flavor but have brought their own set of issues over the years. Get the highest quality of butter you can find for the best tasting cookies, add a little salt to enhance the flavor (leave out if it is salted butter).

METHOD Food Processor.

This is my favorite method. If you want to add herbs or other flavorings, they can easily be added and chopped with the herbs. It will also do a very small amount allowing you to make multiple minibatch flavors. This method also cuts the dough into small pieces and does very little in gluten development. Pulse dry ingredients (including flavoring) until well blended. Add butter and pulse until butter is finely chopped and starts to warm, making the mixture start to

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SHAPE There are a variety of ways to shape your shortbread. Some methods bake them in a pan, flatten to about ¼ inch, and then slice once they are baked, but still hot. Some roll them out like sugar cookies and cut them with a cookiecutter. You can pipe them into little swirls. Some just plop the dough onto a baking sheet similar to other cookies. I prefer making the cookies into a tubular shape and cutting them. That way they can be kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for a few months until shortbread cookies are needed. You can use wax paper, parchment or plastic wrap. A foot and a half of wrap with the clump. Remove from the food processor

with liquid — too much could overde-

dough in a slightly tubular shape will

onto floured counter and knead a few

velop the gluten and possibly make the

allow you to roll the dough up tightly

times to form a mass.

cookie tough. Herbs, zest and spice can

and tie the ends. I like to hang it off the

be added with the flour and chopped in

edge of a shelf in the refrigerator so it

Mixer

with the flour. Combinations also work

does not get a flat side. You can start to

Use the paddle attachment to cream

great, try something new. The worst that

smooth and shake it a little easier as it

softened butter and sugar together

can happen is that you make a dozen

starts to cool. It will need to be in the

(depending on the size of your mixer), you

mini only mildly delicious cookies.

refrigerator 1 hour to overnight to set

may need to do a double or triple batch

When you are adding a flavoring, think

up enough to slice well.

to work effectively with your size mixer.

of something that is solid and might

Once the butter and sugar are smooth

hold up more or release flavor during

BAKE

and fluffy, add flour and salt, mix a few

the bake (I prefer citrus zest over citrus

Remove and slice into ¼ inch to ½

times until just incorporated. Remove

juice). You can also add larger chunks of

inch slices and place onto a buttered

from the mixing bowl onto floured coun-

nuts, fruit or chocolate into the dough,

baking sheet or one lined with parch-

ter and knead a few times to form a mass.

or to the outside of the dough before it

ment or a non-stick baking mat. Keep

bakes. You can also dip the baked cookies

cookies about 1 inch apart. If you want,

By Hand

into tempered chocolate or chocolate

you can dock (poke holes) with a fork

Use a large bowl and a whisk to cream

bark then into nuts or fruit for them to

about ¾ of the way into the cookie in

softened butter and sugar together. Once

stick to the outer edge or corner. Single

3 or 4 sets. This leaves a very tradi-

the butter and sugar are smooth and

flavors or combinations are great. If you

tional pattern and helps them bake

fluffy, add flour and salt and mix slowly

want to go a little more savory, you can

evenly. Docking does not work well

with the whisk until incorporated. Re-

cut back a hair on the sugar and add a

for cookies that have large chunks of

move from the bowl onto floured counter

little more salt.

filling. Bake at 325 degrees convection

and knead a few times to form a mass.

Some flavor ideas include: lime,

(350 conventional) for 10 to 12 minutes

orange, cheddar, lavender, parmesan,

rotating about halfway through, just

lemon thyme, gin cardamom, caramel

until there is a slight amount of brown

You can flavor with just about any herb,

chocolate, chocolate toffee and rosemary

on the edges. Remove from the oven

spice or other flavoring agents. Be careful

lime mezcal.

and cool to room temperature.

FLAVORING

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MINI-BATCH SHORTBREAD 10 TO 12 COOKIES

INGREDIENTS

when compressed. Remove from the

/8 cup all-purpose flour

bowl and knead on floured counter

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teaspoon table salt 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

until smooth. This is also when ingredients such as chocolate chunks, nuts, or toffee pieces can be mixed in.

seasoning as desired (1 to 2 teaspoons fresh herbs, ½

TO SHAPE

teaspoon dried herbs, ½

Make a double layer of plastic wrap

teaspoon citrus zest)

or one layer of wax paper or parch-

2 ounces of unsalted butter (4 tablespoons)

ment about 18 inches long. Roll the dough into a tube and place it into the center. Twist-up other ends and chill

FOOD PROCESSOR

in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2

Mix dry ingredients and flavorings in

hours until firm. Remove and slice into

the food processor bowl. Blend until

¼ inch to ½ inch slices and place onto

ingredients are mixed and flavorings

a buttered baking sheet or one lined

are cut to the desired size. Add the

with parchment. Keep cookies about 1

butter and blend until the butter is cut

inch apart.

into mixture and butter starts to warm.

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When the butter starts to warm the

TO BAKE

mixture will start to clump together

Bake at 325 degrees convection

and become off-center and wobble,

(350 conventional) for 10 to 12 min-

this is when the dough is forming.

utes rotating about halfway through,

Open the top and squeeze a little of

just until there is a slight amount of

the mixture together. It should easily

brown on the edges. Remove from the

form a dough and hold together

oven and cool to room temperature.

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he past few months have brought unexpected and unforeseen events to our happy

hard to visually depict.

During nice spring days, downtown

Someone had created a miniature art

Columbia is usually bustling with people.

project in a walled-up window with bars

I would see them frequenting the coffee

in the alley. It reminded me of how cre-

shops as they stopped by the unique

ative the people in this town can be and

shops or restaurants that line the streets,

gave me a little hope for our future. As

socializing with friends along the way.

long as Columbia doesn’t change, I think

I took a stroll along these same streets

we will be fine.

during the peak of the quarantine. I

little town. The quarantine we were

found no people, just vacant store fronts.

placed under forced residents to seek

This was not the Columbia I love. It was

shelter at home and not visit the places

heartbreaking to see the town without

they loved. This is something that I

its usual energy.

wanted to document but found to be

thing unexpected that lifted my spirits.

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Inside Columbia-CoMo Eats ...................160

Starr Properties .......................................22

All N One Outdoor Solutions .................146

Inside Columbia-Inside Scoop ................158

Sweet Previews 3D Ultrasound LLC .........150

Achieve Balance Chiropractic ..............44-45

Inside Columbia-Newsletters ....................76

Terrace Retirement Community ............92-93

Automated Systems .......................153, 158

Interior Design Associates ........................24

The Broadway, A Doubletree by Hilton ....107

Bank of Missouri .....................................14

Jen’s Get Fit Group .................................8-9

TIG Advisors .........................................106

Bespoke Hair Company ..................100-101

Jiffy Lube ...............................................4-5

Tiger Family Chiropractic .......................160

Boone Hospital Center ........................20-21

Julie Martin Designs ...........................94-95

Truman VA Hospital ............................96-97

Bush & Patchett LLC ...............................155

Just Between Friends ..............................150

University of Missouri Health Care .......34-35

Carly Buntin Photography ......................158

Lee’s Tires .......................................22, 156

USA Mortgage ........................................33

CC’s City Broiler .........................10-11, 108

Lordex Spine Center ..............................130

Wellness Way, Columbia ....................98-99

CenterPointe Hospital ............................148

Mary Kay-Mary Bleich ..........................156

Wise Women Botanicals ..........................19

Central Bank of Boone County ................110

Maly Commercial Realty .....................88-89

Women’s Health Associates ......................46

Central Missouri Orthodontics ................150

May Wynn Artisan Home ......................105

Child Care Aware of Missouri ................158

Menard Inc. ..........................................138

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Columbia Center for Dentistry .............84-85

Midwest Emergency Medical ..................153

CC’s City Broiler ......................................81

Columbia Post Acute .......................24, 156

Missouri Vein Care .....................90-91, 153

Cedarhurst ..............................................75

Columbia Real Estate .............................132

Missouri Wine & Grape Board .................16

Columbia Post Acute .........................59, 71

Columbia Safety & Supply ...................6, 40

Mobility Worldwide Mo .........................155

Coming Home .........................................74

Columbia Showcase Kitchens .................139

MMG Medical Group ............................109

Commerce Bank ................................53, 62

Commerce Bank ........................................3

MO Heart Center ..............................43, 82

Edward Jones-Fulton ...............................71

Como Cubs Pediatrics ............................155

Molly’s Jewelry Design & Repair .............104

Edward Jones-Gina Mauller-Crane ...........61

COMO Jazzercise .................................160

MU Infant Research ...............................156

Fuze32 ...................................................62

Compass Chiropractic ...........................155

NeverStop ............................................103

Lenoir Woods .........................................56

Daniel Boone Regional Library ...............160

N.H. Scheppers Distributing Company ...... 2, 36

Macadoodle’s .........................................75

Designer Kitchens & Baths ......................133

NW Industries, LLC ..................................23

Melody’s Quality Jewelry .........................52

Downtown Appliance ............................164

Peak Sport & Spine .........................12, 163

Missouri Wildflower Nursery ...................59

Enfamil ...................................................19

Restoration Chiropractic ........................153

MO Heart Center ...............................54-55

Flooring America ..................................145

Rost Landscaping & Superior Gardens ....136

Services for Independent Living ................76

Genesis Company ...............................7, 26

Rusk Rehabilitation Center ......................102

The Broadway, A Doubletree by Hilton ......57

Gracie Humaita-Columbia ..................86-87

Sleep Number .......................................150

House of Brokers-Spieler Winn ...............138

Southern Rose-Rosebuds Baby & Kids Boutique ..160

Imago Dei Newborn Photography ..........150

Stanley Steemer ....................................148

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THE FINAL WORD

Criminal Crackdown VIOLENT CRIMES TASK FORCE EXPANDS.

BY FRED PARRY

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ne of the many tragedies of the COVID-19 pandemic will be the loss of some of our favorite local restaurants and downtown boutiques that will inevitably close their doors due to the loss of revenue through the months of March, April and May. If it’s true that absence makes the heart grow fonder, we’ve surely missed the freedom we once enjoyed of sitting down for a memorable dinner at one of our favorite restaurants, meeting friends for lunch or just strolling down Ninth Street checking out the unique collection of retailers and their offerings. One small benefit of the stay-at-home order is that it has caused us to develop a deeper appreciation for our favorite shops and restaurants and the struggle they’ve endured through this very tough season.

I believe that there are five things each of us can do to ensure the longterm viability of these small, locally owned businesses; however, it’s going to require changing habits and developing a disciplined approach to intentionally supporting these establishments.

1. Shop Local: The big winners in this pandemic were the big box stores. For weeks, when you drove by the parking lots of a Walmart, Sam’s Club or Home Depot, you might have thought that it was Black Friday. While these big retailers do provide thousands of important jobs in our community, the money you spend with them doesn’t stay in this community.

On the other hand, there are literally hundreds of shops and locally owned franchises that have a long-term vested interest in Columbia and Boone County.

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symphony and ballet. The economic impact of dollars spent with local businesses is significant because these dollars turn over multiple times in this community.

2. Go on an Amazon Diet: It’s hard to resist the convenience of shopping online and having the items you need delivered to your doorstep with just the push of a button. Unfortunately, our community pays a handsome price every time you do that. Not only does Columbia lose the sales tax revenues that fund police officers and firefighters, but you’re essentially robbing a local business owner of the chance to earn your business and then invest your dollars back into our community. I completely understand that there are unique items, parts and widgets that cannot be found locally; however, the vast majority of our online purchases are items that can be found right here in Columbia. I’m not suggesting that you completely eliminate online shopping, but I am suggesting that during this critical time you make an intentional effort to buy local first.

3.Become a “Brand Ambassador” for Your Favorite Local Businesses: Instead of wasting your precious screen time sharing snippets of the latest cat video, why not share a picture of the meal you’re getting ready to enjoy at a local restaurant or a snapshot of the tablecloth you just purchased at a downtown merchant?

Shopping local is a learned behavior that needs to be reinforced. As a community, we need to create a “top of mind” awareness of the unique offerings we have available to us in our own backyard. We also need to promote the idea that supporting locally owned businesses and franchises makes Columbia and Boone County an even cooler place to live.

4. Do Your Christmas Shopping Now: Take the stress out of your holiday season and give a boost to local businesses all at the same time by going on a shopping spree in the next few weeks. Now is the time that merchants need financial support to recover from the loss of revenue in March, April and May. If you can’t find the perfect item right now, go ahead and buy a gift card now and go back to that merchant in the stressful crunch of the holiday season and pick the perfect item.

Your favorite merchants will appreciate it.

5. Indulge Yourself: Face it, we’ve all been through some version of hell during these last few months. We’ve canceled vacations, countless social outings, dinner parties and family celebrations. We all deserve a little pampering. Now is the time to buy that special dress or sports coat you’ve had your eye on. Why not get that spa treatment, pedicure or bold new hairstyle you’ve been putting off until you had a little extra cash?

There’s no time like the present to reward yourself for the pain and suffering you’ve endured. When you treat yourself, you’re also taking care of some local businesses that have also been through a pretty rough time. Everyone wins!

As a community, we’ve done a great job in thinking of others first when it comes to health hygiene and preventing the spread of COVID-19. If we plan to survive the economic crisis created by this pandemic, we’ll have to apply that same level of thinking to the way we shop and do business.

Fred Parry Founder & Publisher Emeritus fred@insidecolumbia.net

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