Inside Columbia April 2014

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steven tharp is a grammy-winning singer celebrated

on stages worldwide, but performing isn’t his only passion. Follow this talented opera singer’s

career and learn how his love for teaching brought

him back to Missouri.

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columbia 2014It’s a list that was five

months in the making — from the nominations to the

final ballot to the exciting final tallies. now, we have

your winners. here areyour picks for the coolestof the cool in Columbia.

We’re proud to present the best of Columbia 2014.

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contents

datebook l 23

24 spotlight

26 Kevin’s World

28 Reviews in a Flash

30 calendar: april events

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38 Shopping chase away the storm

clouds with these day brighteners.

40 Style it’s time to fill the closet

with bright colors.

42 Cultivating CoMo The columbia Garden club

brings life to mid-missouri.

44 Local Heroes The central missouri

dream Factory makes wishes come true.

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46 Connections The school of metaphysics

prepares for the national dream Hotline.

48 Community Causes The little black dress

becomes a symbol of hope.

52 Robinson’s Ramblings What’s your brand?

58 Business Briefs Who’s making news

in columbia business.

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82 Chef’s Secrets artichokes are a versatile

addition to your cooking repertoire.

84 Cooking With Brook General Tso’s chicken is

an all-american favorite.

88 Dining Out Flat branch Pub & brewing

celebrates 20 years.

90 The Wine List Pinot noir adds a

graceful touch to spring fare.

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130 A Wedding Story celebrate the nuptials of amanda Glennon & shawn sahota.

134 A Wedding Story celebrate the nuptials of christy scheppers & chris ebright.

138 Announcements mid-missouri brides and grooms share their happy news.

140 On The Town see who made the

scene at some recent columbia events.

in every issue 12 editor’s note

146 a new View

150 The Final Word

on the coverchalk this cover up to some old-school inspiration from designer/illustrator Kate moore, who created our cover and contributed to the design of our best of columbia 2014 feature on Page 68.

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it was the best of times

it struck me, when i pulled out my old Best of Columbia 2007 T-shirt from the drawer, that this magazine has been honoring our readers’ picks for eight years now. That adds up to millions of votes that we’ve tallied in search of the people and places Columbians deem to be the very best.

although i hear from a handful of sore losers every year with their complaints about how the contest is run, i sleep very well at night knowing that this vote is completely in the hands of our readers. The readers choose the nominees, they cast the votes in the finals, and they always get it right. Whether or not i agree with their choices, the results you’ll find in this issue truly represent the opinions of our readers.

This year, nearly 11,000 individuals filled out a ballot, casting a total of 419,563 votes across 74 categories. There were some runaway winners in a few categories, but many categories came right down to the wire. it was exciting to watch the back-and-forth between popular competitors as the votes came rolling in.

The Inside Columbia team carefully checked the results, wrote the story, took the photos and designed this highly entertaining feature. With the publication of this issue, our work on this year’s Best of Columbia contest is done, but the fun is just beginning. On april 17,we’ll be celebrating with the winners at our annual Best of Columbia party. There will be food and drink, giveaways, live music and some special surprises, thanks to our winners and our Best of Columbia sponsor, The Callaway Bank. Get the details and grab your tickets at www.insideColumbia.net.

if you’re new to Columbia, consider this issue your guide to all the best things this city has to offer. But if you’re an old-timer like me, use it to rediscover what made you fall in love with CoMo in the first place.

Thanks for supporting another great year of this contest. You’re the best, Columbia!

from the editor

Sandy Selbyeditor-in-chief

the best thing inmy mailbox this month ...

I received a note from longtime Inside Columbia subscribers linda and Ken askren of boonville. the couple had just returned from an adventurous vacation in africa and they took the February issue of Inside Columbia along for the ride. In this photo, the pair is about to embark on a drive to look at wild game in the serengeti.

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The Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza april 19 in Douglass park is open

to all children ages 12 and younger.With three separate hunt areas

divided by age groups, youngsterswill love searching for the candy-

filled eggs. When little onesweary of egg hunting, they can visit

stations for face painting, gamesand coloring. Columbia parks &

recreation is also seeking volunteers to help with the event.

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Free; 12:15 p.m.400 n. Providence Road

573-874-7460www.gocolumbiamo.com/

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aprIl 26Pop down to the District for the annual sPring shoP hoP. the shop hop invites shoppers to visit their favorite downtown stores while enjoying complimentary refreshments, live demonstrations and trunk shows at each stop. Wander through downtown CoMo’s fantastic collection of retailers and restaurants. Watch for special discounts and offers at various locations in the District. Free; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; downtown Columbia; 573-442-6816; www.discoverthedistrict.com/events

Push It To The Maxthe maxtrax duathlon will keep veterans and novices alike on their toes.

There’s no time like the present to grease those bike chains, dust off those running

shoes and gear up for the 13th annual MaxTrax Duathlon presented by Ultramax Sports. a duathlon is a competitive event comprised of back-to-back cycling and running components. This race will feature both a long course and a short course. athletes at all levels can choose the route that best suits them.

“This race is definitely designed for beginners,” says James Krajsa, event director for Ultramax Sports.

The april 5 race will begin and end at Derby ridge Elementary School. The running course winds through the neighborhoods surrounding the school, and the bike course loops around on adjacent streets. although similar to the triathlon, a duathlon race does not include a swimming portion. “a duathlon is run-bike-run and a triathlon is swim-bike-run,” Krajsa explains.

The short-course duathlon will begin with a 1.5-mile run, transition to a 7.5-mile cycling

portion, and end with a second 1.5-mile run. Seasoned racers can try the long-course duathlon, which begins with a 1.5-mile run, followed by a 15-mile bike ride and a final 3-mile run. The MaxTrax Duathlon is one of the most popular events put on by Ultramax Sports. “We generally get about 400 to 500 participants every year,” Krajsa says.

Each participant will receive a custom-printed technical shirt, a custom finisher item and live, chip-timed results provided by Ultramax Sports Timing. Both the short and long courses will offer overall and age-division awards. participants will also receive free finish-line photos and Shakespeare’s pizza to help refuel.

if running and cycling aren’t your forte, the MaxTrax Duathlon also has a variety of volunteer positions available. Volunteers help monitor the course, guide the participants and ensure that everything runs smoothly.

The long course kicks off bright and early at 8:30 a.m.; the short course starts at 8:50 a.m. — nicole eno

shop

maxtrax duathlon saturday, april 5

derby Ridgeelementary school

400 derby Ridge drive

8:30 a.m. long course

8:50 a.m. short course

$60 in advance/$65 race day

non-usa Triathlonmembers also pay $12 one-day insurance fee

www.ultramaxsports.com/maxtrax/register.html

aprIl 27earth Day in the DistriCt will feature live music, earth-friendly vendors and a Kids’ Park. the festivities, centered on eighth and elm streets, will also feature an “eco avenue,” along which attendees can visit with organizations working to promote a sustainable future and lessen environmental impact. this family-friendly event promotes sustainable living tips while having fun in downtown Columbia. Free; noon; the District; 573-875-0359; www.discoverthedistrict.com/events

celebrate

aprIl 18to celebrate two decades in business,Flat Branch Pub & Brewing is opening its doors for a celebration from 5 to 8 p.m.the Flat BranCh PuB & BreWing 20th anniversary CeleBration will continue as an after-party at the Blue note, 17 n. ninth st., for a concert. tickets are on sale now and will include entrance to the party, food, giveaways and entry to the Blue note. all proceeds from the ticket sales benefit the Blues in the schools program. Blues in the schools is a national program that has enjoyed a local presence since 2007, with the help of the roots n Blues n BBQ Foundation.From $15; 5 to 8 p.m., concert at 8:30 p.m.;115 s. Fifth st.; 573-499-0400;www.flatbranch.com, www.thebluenote.com

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a spring bouquetapril has something for absolutely everybody.✺ it is, of course, Poetry Month (“the cruelest month,” memba?).

✺ Earth Day and Easter are also april celebrations. You could start at Douglass park ballfield on Saturday, april 5, from noon to 2 p.m., for Kite Flying Day. Contest categories are largest Flying Kite, Smallest Flying Kite and the Highest Flyer. prizes will be awarded to winners. You can return to Douglass park on april 19 for a free Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza; if you have a schedule conflict but still want to hunt eggs, try Stephens lake park on Wednesday evening, april 16, for a Flashlight Egg Hunt (preregistration is required, so go to www.gocolumbiamo.com for deets).

✺ This year’s Columbia Area Earth Day Festival takes place all day Sunday, april 29, in peace park. There’ll be music, food, fun activities and even a gathering of Shamanic Healers at noon. (Did i mention music?) if you feel like getting your hands dirty and your feet wet for a good cause this Earth Day, you can join the Missouri river relief people for their Earth Day River Clean-up at the Confluence. learn more at www.riverrelief.org.

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Kevin (aka Kelvin) Walsh considers himself a student of music’s effect on people. Since moving to Columbia in 1975, his professional ventures have included music retailer, radio show host and a brief stint as Truman the Tiger. He

currently hosts “The (so-called) Good life” from 3 to 6 p.m. every Wednesday on KOPN-FM 89.5 and streaming live at www.kopn.org.

› on Friday, april 11, it is the boys against the girls at mojo’s as Violet & the Undercurrents throw a cd release party with help from their pals, the Hipnecks/boeckman spinoff party band The Hatrick. Violet and the undercurrents are Violet Vonder Haar (lead vocals and guitar), Phylshawn Johnson (drum set), carly allen (upright and five-string bass), Tara Vonder Haar (background vocals and violin), caitlin lukin (cello) and Ruth acuff (harp). if you haven’t caught them, you must. Violet was raised across the river near lupus and like that big muddy river in her backyard, the undercurrents music is full of quiet, powerful motion and hypnotic, crescendoing awe. The new cd will be released on the undercurrent’s nation of love label.

› Jack Williams has been in and out of columbia for more than 40 years, plying his trade on his way to becoming an itinerant folk legend. local fiddler annie Ruh was a mainstay of the Williams band back in the ’70s and that’s when i caught an impromptu, but near-perfect saturday afternoon at the old stein club on broadway. Williams has become, over the years, a national figure in music, but he is best remembered and best enjoyed at the small, freewheeling, intimate venues columbia has always specialized in, whether they be the long-gone stein club and Gladstone in the 1970s or this month’s show as part of the open borders concert series at the unitarian universalist church. Keep track of upcoming shows on the open borders Facebook page at www.facebook.com/openbordersmusicseries.

The Music Scenetwo shows, one local and one with longstanding local roots, stand out as typically awesome.

april has been designated lgBtQ (lesbian, gay, Bisexual, transgender, Queer) Pride Month with plenty of activities, on the university of missouri campus and in town, to celebrate vive le difference. and it’s sexual assault awareness Month, which will be acknowledged locally with panels, lectures and films to recognize and empower victims of sexual assault. both of these issues have been at the core of international and local news stories and both need the attention they are getting in april. make room in your consciousness for some new ways of thinking. For specifics on activities go to the Missouri student association’s website at boxoffice.missouri.edu.


Dr. Will Caster (Depp), the leading researcher in the field of

artificial intelligence, has dedicated his life to the quest of creating a sentient machine that possesses not only the collective accumulated knowledge of all mankind but also the full spectrum of human emotion, a goal he terms “transcendence.” Caster is an innovator who is famous — and perhaps infamous — for his controversial experiments. it is precisely this reputation that makes him the target of an assassination attempt by a group of anti-technology extremists known as riFT, a group of radicals that orchestrates a wave of attacks on scientists and labs across the country in an attempt to set the field back decades by destroying its research, development and pioneering minds.

Caster does not die according to plan, though. He survives the at-tempted assassination initially, only to discover he has been given a fatal and untreatable dose of radiation poison-ing that leaves him little time left to live. Evelyn (Hall), Caster’s partner in life and in science, and Max (Bettany),

reviews in a flashdatebook

movies

(Warner bros.) Wide Release: april 18Starring: Johnny depp, Paul bettany, Rebecca Hall, morgan Freeman, cillian murphyTrailer: www.transcendencemovie.comGenre: sci-fi, action/thriller Rated: PG-13

“Transcendence”his best friend and colleague, watch helplessly as Caster’s body wastes away. They cannot save him, but they find themselves facing a moral and ethical decision: Can they —should they — test Caster’s hypothesis by uploading his consciousness to the ai system? in the end, Will Caster un-intentionally catapults mankind into a new era of evolution as he achieves “transcendence”; his mortal body dies, but his consciousness is reborn in a machine host.

Yet Max and Evelyn soon find themselves wondering if the person they are communicating with through a computer display is really their late friend. no longer tethered to a body, he has evolved into a new being with new needs of his own, including a thirst for knowledge and influence that Evelyn and Max did not expect and may not be capable of stopping. The question is, does transcendence into self-aware technology mark the first step in mankind’s path to im-mortality or the beginning of its road to self-destruction? — ReVieWed by amanda sTaFFoRd

“head or heart”artist: Christina Perri

(atlantic) release Date: april 1

“everlasting”artist: Martina McBride

(alliance) release Date: april 8

“welcome to the new”artist: MercyMe

(sony) release Date: april 8

“going back home”artist: Wilko Johnson/roger Daltry (hip-o) release Date: april 8

“a dotted line”artist: nickel Creek

(nonesuch) release Date: april 1

music: 5 album releases for april


monsters:the 1985 chicago bears and the wild heart of football

baseball has begun, and the nba is careening toward the playoffs, but the mind of a true football fan is always on the gridiron. For Rich cohen and me, it is always football season when it comes to the chicago bears.

like many people, i was riveted by the 1985 bears. shortly after that season in the sun, i married into a bears-fan family. our first child was lucky to be born female because the male names we had selected included ditka and Payton. each of our children was photographed (as infants) dressed up as a bears fan. every fall, i anticipate the potential of another 1985 season.

This book was a pleasure to read. While i will never match cohen’s level of enthusiasm for the bears — he rated a bears game above witnessing the birth of his own child — it was so much fun to relive the glory days. cohen reacquaints the bears fan with “sweetness,” mcmahon, singletary, Ryan and ditka, as well as Gary Fencik and doug Plank, all with humor, sometimes wry and often brash. Who could resist cohen’s excitement about interviewing Jim mcmahon? and cohen did his research. This book includes a lot of information about the history of u.s. football and George Halas’ contributions to the formation of the national Football league.

i recommend this book to anyone who enjoys the game of football, with the possible exception of Packers or cowboys fans.— ReVieWed by amy cRumP

By rich Cohen (Farrar, straus & Giroux, 2013)

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april eventsdatebook

aprIl 2admire, explore, and climb on

trucks and vehicles of all shapes and sizes at Tons of Trucks in the parking lot outside Target at the Columbia Mall. Children of all ages can sit in the driver’s seat of a firetruck, see the inside of a police car, or climb in the back of a dump truck. rain or shine, you can count on the vehicles to be ready for exploration. Free; 4 to 7 p.m.; 2300 Bernadette Drive; 573-874-7460; www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec

aprIl 3Ever wonder what inspiration

tastes like? Columbia art league hosts “Let Them Eat Art!” Explore the role of food in art and art in food in this fundraiser for Cal’s mission as a public

aprIl 4 & 18Mizzou Family Night is an

opportunity for Mizzourec members and their families to enjoy all the amenities of the rec. run on the track, play basketball on one of its 10 courts or lounge around in Tiger Grotto. if you’re a member, or a relative of a member, take this opportunity to explore a local exercise spot. Free for members & immediate family members, $2 per extended family members; 5 to 9 p.m.; 320 Student Recreational Complex(MU campus); 573-884-5600;www.mizzourec.com/membership

aprIl 5Take a day to enjoy the simple

pleasures in life with Columbia parks & recreation’s Kite Flying Day at the Douglass park ballfield. Bring your children and help fill the sky with kites. Friendly kite competitions for biggest flying kite, smallest flying kite and highest flier will bring to mind that

art gallery. Ten local chefs will choose a work of art featured in Cal’s “appetite” art show as inspiration for a tapas-style dish they’ll create for guests to taste during the event. Seating is limited with only 100 tickets available. $35; 6 p.m.; 207 S. Ninth St.; 573-443-8838;www.columbiaartleague.org

aprIl 3The MU School of Music Student

Jazz Ensemble will be showing off its hard work this semester at the Jazz Combo spring concert at the Bridge. The program will feature both the Concert Jazz Band and the Studio Jazz band from the University of Missouri. $5 donation suggested, free to students; 7:30 p.m.; 1020 E. Walnut St.; 573-882-9472; music.missouri.edu

Calendar

“Mary Poppins” tune, “Let’s Go Fly A Kite!” a rain date is scheduled for Saturday, april 12. Free; noon to 2 p.m.; 400 N. Providence Road; 573-817-5077; www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec

aprIl 6pop punk band All Time Low

is performing at The Blue note. The “a love like” tour headliners will be accompanied by Man Overboard and Handguns. Fans of Mayday parade, Blink 182 and We the Kings will enjoy the music of all Time low. From $22; doors open at 6:30 p.m., show startsat 7; 17 N. Ninth St; 573-874-1944; www.thebluenote.com

aprIl 6The University of Missouri

Concert Series presents Tony award-winning librettist arthur laurents’ musical “West Side Story” in Jesse auditorium. in this updated version of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, two feuding families are part of the gang scene in new York City and in a constant battle to see which gang — the Jets or the puerto rican Sharks — will gain ownership of the streets. This musical connects forbidden love, violence and family traditions all on one stage. From $14; 7 p.m.; 319 Jesse Hall (MU campus); 573-882-3781; www.concertseries.org

aprIl 12The University of Missouri’s

Department of Student life presents Caring for Columbia — a one-day service project. This annual event gives students and families the opportunity to volunteer their services to local food banks, animal shelters and trash cleanup groups all around Columbia. Free; check-in begins at 8 a.m.; Tiger Plaza (MU campus); 573-882-8585; leadership.missouri.edu/caring-for-columbia

aprIl 12local child advocacy center and

emergency shelter rainbow House will hold its sixth annual Masquerade Ball at Stoney Creek inn. The fundraiser benefits the effort to end child abuse and neglect. The event will include

food from Bleu restaurant, a live painting session with artist David Spear and The norm ruebling Band. From $85; 7 p.m.; 2601 S. Providence Road; 573-474-6600; www.rainbowhousecolumbia.org

aprIl 13premier mixed-voice singing

ensemble, Columbia Chorale, presents “From Waking to Sleeping” at the Missouri Theatre. performers include singers ranging from elementary school students to adults. Guests will enjoy a variety of melodies, all using the theme from dawn to dusk. The chorale will be joined by Columbia youth choirs as well as Hickman High School advanced orchestra students, and all will come together to perform John rutter’s “Mass of the Children” for children’s choir, mixed choir, soloists and orchestra. From $7; 5 p.m.; 203 S. Ninth St.; 573-882-3781; www.columbiachorale.com

aprIl 13Come enjoy the “Stephens Sings”

Spring Chorale Concert in historic Senior Hall on the Stephens College campus. The Stephens Concert Choirand The Velvetones, the college’s a

cappella jazz ensemble, present a year-end performance dedicated to springand the accomplishments of the senior class. The program will feature vocal jazz and classical works. Free; 7:30 p.m.;100 Waugh St.; 573-876-7199;www.stephens.edu/performingarts

aprIl 14The University of Missouri School

of Music’s top musical ensembles come together at the Missouri Theatre for the Chancellor’s Showcase Concert. The program features five ensembles: the University Singers, MU Concert Jazz Band, University Wind Ensemble, Show-Me Opera and University philharmonic. proceeds from the concert benefit the Chancellor’s Friends of Music Scholarship Endowment. $10, MU students free with ID; 7:30 p.m.; 203 S. Ninth St.; 573-882-3781; music.missouri.edu

aprIl 16Mix up the tradition with the

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt in Stephens lake park. Bring a basket and a flashlight and search for the Easter Bunny’s eggs after dark. prizes will be awarded. The hunt begins at riechmann pavilion.

preregistration is required and spaces fill quickly. $7 per child; 7:45 p.m. for ages 3 to 5, 8 p.m. for ages 6 to 7, 8:15 p.m. for ages 8 to 10; 2300 E. Walnut St.; 573-874-7460; www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec

aprIl 17–19, 25–27Talking Horse productions

celebrates the world premiere of the original play, “The Sudden Glide” at Talking Horse Theatre. The plot follows Yvonne allaway, a veteran actress from Mississippi who has once again been nominated for the Best actress Oscar — and, of course, she’s up against Meryl Streep. playwright David Crespy’s hilarious story of Hollywood, the theater business and the crazy people who work in it stars Marsha Miller as Yvonne and Ed Hanson as Hampton Grissette, her manager; Crespy directs. From $10; 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. April 27; 210 Saint James St.; 573-268-1381; www.talkinghorseproductions.org

aprIl 22Mojo’s presents Matt Wood,

a singer/songwriter from Knoxville, Tenn., who has been in the business for

a decade. He has played alongside Zac Brown, Will Hoge and Two Cow Garage. Wood is currently touring around East Tennessee with his band plan a. $5; 9:30 p.m.; 1013 Park Ave.; 573-875-0588; www.mojoscolumbia.com

aprIl 24-26MU Theatre presents

“Moonchildren” by Michael Weller at rhynsburger Theatre, a serious comedy about college, sex, Vietnam and hamburgers. The play, set in 1955 and ’56, focuses on students graduating from college and facing uncertain futures. From $10; 7:30 p.m.; 129 Fine Arts Building (MU campus); 573-882-7529; theatre.missouri.edu

aprIl 25The quarterly Artrageous Friday

promotes the growing artistic community in Columbia. The event features a self-guided art crawl through downtown and the north Village arts District where those who attend can view paintings, ceramic designs and sketches all done by local artists. Free; 6 to 8 p.m.; The District; www.facebook.com/artrageousfridays

aprIl 26Hershey’s Track & Field Day is a

free competition for boys and girls ages9 to 14 at the Hickman High Schooltrack. Winners have the opportunity to advance to the national competition in Hershey, pa. register at the Columbia parks & recreation office downtown,the armory or the activity & recreation Center. Free; 9 a.m. check-in; 1104 N.Providence Road; 573-874-7460;www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec

aprIl 27The 2014 North Village Arts

District Farmers and Artisans Market makes its first appearance of the season in Columbia’s Wabash Station. Here, families can purchase fresh produce and art, enjoy live entertainment, and take the opportunity to participate in informational workshops. This farmers market runs every Sunday through October. Free;9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 126 N. 10th St.; 573-442-6816; www.discoverthedistrict.com/events

aprIl 27Broadway Brewery presents its

weekly Bluegrass Jam Brunch. Enjoy the brewery’s Sunday brunch menu and

music from local artists and bands.Free (doesn’t include meal); 1 to 4 p.m.; 816 E. Broadway; 573-443-5054;www.broadwaybrewery.com

aprIl 29The University Concert Series

is sponsoring Moscow Film Festival Ballet: Don Quixote at Jesse auditorium. This ballet is based on an episode taken from the novel Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. From $15, $10 for MU students with ID;7 p.m.; Jesse Hall (MU campus); 573-882-3781; www.concertseries.org

stayconnectedif you’re hosting an event Columbians should know about, submit it to our online calendar, the comprehensive digital guide to what’s happening in mid-Missouri. to submit an event, visit www.InsideColumbia.net/Calendar and register an account. Fill in the event’s information in a brief form and click save.


TalES OFTHE TOWn

life

photos by l.g. patterson

Brynne and Bailye Stansberry, co-founders

and co-owners of the award-winning rain

boot company Twoality, continue to give shoppers

what they want. These clear plastic boots come with colorful, patterned

liners that can be swapped out at a moment’s notice

for maximum chic-ability. Keep your eyes on the duo’s

website — 16 new options are launching this spring,

and the young CEOs are quickly following a path to

success. Find out more at www.thetwoalitystore.com.

— moRGan mccaRTy

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Let It Rainchase away the storm clouds with these day brighteners.

photos by l.g. patterson

shopping l by brIttany kIng

sari blanket, available at

mustard seed Fair Trade

($85)

Know enough to stay out of the rain? Cozy up with lit candle, a new book and a favorite blanket.

Traveling around town in the rain may be a drag, so grab a sturdy umbrella and a pair of rain boots to get set for those spring showers.

Teal marmot rain jacket, available at

alpine shop ($200)

burnt orangeHunter rain boots,

available at american shoe ($140)

sorel bubble umbrella,

available at american

shoe ($20)

Voluspa pink citron

candle, available at calhoun’s ($17.95)

Divergent byVeronica Roth,

availableat barnes& noble($9.99)

40 inside columbia aprIl 2014 photos by l.g. patterson

Creative Colorswith spring sunshine and flowers filling our days, it’s time to fill the closet with bright colors.

style l by amanDa becker

yellow belted shift dress by naked Zebra,

available at Glik’s ($36)

Pair a belted-waist, classic shift dress with colorful accessories, andadd wooden sandals and a buttery leather jacket for a clean and simple look.

leather jacket

by emu, available at breeze ($395)

Red clutch by G&R, available at breeze

($50)

multicolor dangling earrings by Firefly, available at Poppy

($46)

Turquoise pendant necklace by mia lara, available at

Poppy ($136)

brown wooden pump sandals

by beyond, available at

breeze ($39)

42 inside columbia march 2014

cultivating como l by nIcole eno

Columbia The Beautifulthe columbia garden club brings life to the mid-missouri community.

the goal of the Columbia Garden Club can be summed up in one simple phrase: to make Columbia a better, brighter place. The club, organized in 1919, has been

working for 95 years to beautify the community and advance the gardening and landscaping knowledge of its members and the public. as part of the Federated Garden Clubs of Missouri inc. and national Garden Clubs inc., Columbia Garden Club members participate in programs on the district, state and national level.

Funded through annual member dues and plant sale revenues, the Columbia Garden Club is responsible for a number of garden projects and events around town —such as an annual plant sale and garden bazaar. Specific endeavors may vary from year to year, but maintaining the same level of success is key.

“We just try to figure out what fits, and how much manpower we’re going to need,” club president alice Havard says.

The club takes on many different enterprises ranging from four themed gardens at MU Women’s and Children’s Hospital to offering an annual scholarship to a University of Missouri student who is working toward a plant-related degree. The Columbia Garden Club is also responsible for the Boone County Historical Society Garden, planted in 2009 at the Boone County Museum and Galleries when the club celebrated its 90th birthday.

Despite the bouquet of benefits, keeping up with multiple projects isn’t always a bed of roses.

“Sometimes it gets really difficult to put in a garden for an organization and then go back and maintain it,” Havard says. The organizations that house the gardens work with the club’s dedicated members to ensure that the flowers and landscaping continue to

look as vibrant and fresh as when they are first planted.

The club recently collaborated with Heart of Missouri Master Gardeners and Grow Well Missouri to staff Seeds for Change, a program that will provide plants, seeds and information to clients of The Food Bank for Central & northeast Missouri. The food bank will set up a “gar-den center” where volunteers will give out free seeds and plants, and help educate interested clients on how to grow their own vegetables through either in-ground or container gardening. “We just want to do what we can to help,” Havard says.

The club welcomes both men and women into the organization. Club dues are $20, which covers local, district, state and national fees. local club members can take advantage of educational programs in disciplines such as flower-show judging,

landscape design and garden studies. Monthly programs or tours offer advice and knowledge from local experts; a yearly tour of member gardens is another perk.

To add some healthy competition, the Columbia Garden Club also picks a “Yard of the Month.” From May through September the club recognizes one or two yards within Columbia city limits for their superior workmanship and beauty each month.

Through plantings, projects, fundraisers and events, the Columbia Garden Club is invested in its mission: keeping Columbia looking its best.

The columbia Garden club has worked with

several local businesses, including Women’s and

children’s Hospital where club members planted a courtyard garden in the

spring of 2013. The club also hosts garden tours

in the community.

For more information about how to join the Columbia garden Club, contact membership chair rita gerke at 573-474-3393 or [email protected]. visit online at www.columbiagardenclub.org.


local heroes l by amanDa becker

Dream Daythe central missouri dream factoryworks to make wishes come true.

The largest fundraiser for the dream Factory is the annual dream Factory Poker tournament, which takes placeon april 4 at the Parkade Plaza event center, 601 business loop 70 W. last year’s tournament attracted 225 players and raised $110,000 — which funded a year’s worth of dreams. The high roller’s package costs $150 and includes premium liquor, bottled beer, private waitresses and other perks.to register for Dream Factory Poker, visit www.dreamfactorypoker.org.

if your life seemed to revolve around the constant pain and misery of illness, how would you choose to escape? For many sick, often dying, children, what might seem like unattainable fantasies can become real-life escapes, thanks to the Central Missouri Dream Factory.

The Central Missouri Dream Factory is one of 40 nation-al chapters of an organization that makes terminally and

chronically ill children’s dreams come true. To meet the require-ments of having a dream granted, the dreamer must have a men-tal age between 3 and 18 years old; the dream must be completed before age 19; and the child has to be able to communicate the dream without mediation or help of a parent or guardian. The dreams can be written, expressed verbally or conveyed through a technological aid. The children must be able to communicate their dream with a volunteer in order to ensure the dream being granted is their own original idea.

although children don’t have to be terminally ill to qualify for a dream to be granted, many children whose wishes are fulfilled by the Dream Factory are facing an insurmountable disease.

“a majority of the children are referred to us by the University of Missouri Women’s and Children’s Hospital,” says Tim Bach, area coordinator for Central Missouri Dream Factory. “Some physicians look at us as part of the child’s treatment.”

after a child is selected and approved, the Dream Factory sends two volunteers to meet the child and find out how they can make the child’s dream come true. The volunteers ask each dreamer for three wishes — in order to maximize the chance that one is achievable.

“The biggest difference between the Central Missouri Dream Factory and other similar organizations is that 80 to 86 percent of the money stays local,” Bach says. The volunteer-run organiza-tion is able to exist based solely on donations.

Once everything is approved, the volunteers dedicate their time to do everything possible to make the child’s dream a reality. “My wife and i met one child who wanted to either camp with president Obama’s daughters or go to Disney World,” Bach says. “Disney is the most popular dream; there’s not much of a chal-lenge there.”

One of the toughest dreams Bach granted was for a young woman with a brain tumor who dreamed of shadowing the

editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar magazine, Glenda Bailey. Originally, the girl was only supposed to shadow Bailey for half a day, and then spend three days exploring new York City. Bailey liked the girl so much she allowed her to come to the magazine for all three days of her trip. There was even talk about the dreamer interning for the magazine once she started college.

Bach remembers this as being one of the coolest dreams he’s seen granted. “it’s great knowing that if we weren’t here, these children would have all these challenges and wouldn’t get a day to be special and set their troubles aside.”

sarah has a rare chronic condition called hereditary Multiple exostoses (hMe) and was granted her dream to go on a disney Cruise. sarah’s favorite parts of the cruise were swimming with dolphins, sliding down the huge slide on the ship, and her very own private party with Mickey Mouse.

Game On

IllustratIon by Kate Moore

it’s common for children to wake up from a nightmare in the middle of the night and

for their parents to calm them down by saying, “it’s just a dream, go back to sleep.” Walter Hrycaj, dream interpreter at Columbia’s School of Metaphysics, is trying to change that conversation by spreading the word about the powerful impact dream interpretation can have on a person’s life.

“What the School of Metaphysics really wants to strive for here in Columbia is to see the development of a community that values dreams and dreaming,” says Hrycaj, who also serves as director of the school. “Most people see them as fluff, but we want people to think about why they dream.”

By the age of 60, a person will have had, on average, 197,100 dreams, according to Hrycaj and his colleagues. instead of waking up every morning and shrugging off a dream from the night’s sleep, Hrycaj and his students want Columbians to reach their full potential by offering dream interpretation services.

This month, the school is participating in the 26th annual national Dream Hotline. at 6 p.m. april 25, the School of Metaphysics will open its phone line to talk about and answer questions about dreams. The hotline — manned by the school’s staff and students — will continue to receive calls over a 54-hour period, ending at midnight on april 27.Over the course of the weekend, 16 branches of the School of Metaphysics, located across the country, will encourage listeners to call in to their local school to have their dreams interpreted. The world headquarters of the School of Metaphysics, in Windyville, Mo., will also open its phone lines to the world.

in order to prepare for the event, Hrycaj makes sure his students feel comfortable with both common symbols that show up in dreams as well as the uncommon dreams that they are bound to hear about during the weekend. Students enrolled at the school take weekly classes Monday through Thursday evening. During

class, students watch movies related to dreams, study entries in the dreamer’s dictionary and even interpret their own dreams. This multifaceted approach ensures there is no dream too difficult to crack, Hrycaj says.

“it’s a language,” he says. “You learn as you go. Every day you get better and better at it.”

Christine Madar, the field director for the Columbia branch, has an even more expanded vision of the national Dream Hotline. She has worked with local hotlines in six states and served as the international coordinator several times in the 26-year history of the event. “This hotline serves people in every way. The callers get answers to their myriad questions, and teachers and students learn and improve their understanding of dreams,” Madar says. “We talk to people of all ages and all walks of life. i’m always impressed by the universal appeal of dreams.”

as Hrycaj’s personal goal is to get out the word on the power of dream interpretation, the mission of the school is similar: To aid any individual, willing to put forth the effort, to become a whole functioning self, not dependent on any person, place or thing, for peace,

contentment and security.although anyone

willing to learn and master the skill of dream interpretation can do it, Hrycaj says, passion is a necessary trait for success. Hrycaj loves what he does.

“i devoted my life to aiding others to know themselves,” he says. “My dreams have helped me tremendously and i believe others can benefit the same way!”

to participate in the national Dream hotline from 6 p.m. Friday, april 25, until midnight sunday, april 27, call 573-449-8312 or visit www.dreamschool.org.

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everyone dreams, even those who believe they don’t. according to the school of Metaphysics, every dream is always about the dreamer, and every person, place or thing in the dream represents the dreamer. although people can dream thousands of different dreams during a lifetime, there are a few common symbols.

› people who appear in your dream symbolize particular aspects of yourself. those of the opposite sex tend to represent aspects of your subconscious, while those of the same sex generally represent aspects of your conscious mind.

› death is a symbol of change, the person dying in your dream can represent a part of you that is undergoing change or has changed completely. similarly, a funeral represents the acknowledgement that some part of you has changed.

› an alien, monster or any other unidentified being symbolizes an unknown aspect of yourself or a part of yourself that you do not yet fully understand.

› a tornado in your dream can represent inner turmoil and confusion.

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community causes l by morgan mccarty

Little Black Dress

some societies dictate a sartorial rule that every woman own a “little black dress” that can be dressed up or down at a mo-ment’s notice, depending on the occasion. For one local charity, the wardrobe staple has become

a symbol of hope and help. The little Black Dress event raises funds to further the mission of domestic violence shelter True north. The shelter provides im-mediate safety and services for victims of domestic and sexual violence. This year’s lBD event takes place from 7 to 10 p.m. april 25 at Joe Machens Toyota, 1180 Vandiver Drive.

The Columbia lBD began with the help of the Joe Machens Dealerships and Mediacom. The Women’s Center of Southern illinois in Carbondale, ill., had hosted a similar event for many years, with Mediacom as the lead sponsor. Mediacom brought the idea to Machens, which then connected with True north to start the event locally. The first installment of the ladies-only fundraiser attracted a crowd to Joe Machens nissan in 2010.

“When the idea was brought to us, it sounded like a great way to increase the awareness of domestic violence and also create a fun ladies night out,” says Barbara Hodges, executive director of True north.

Each fall, a committee of volunteers works tirelessly to plan the next little Black Dress event, Hodges says. The

2014 lBD — Columbia’s fifth — will feature a fashion show, hors d’oeuvres and drinks, door prizes, a raffle, silent auction and dancing. raffle prizes include an “Enchanted Evening Basket” from Mcadams’ ltd. and two months of free dues at the Columbia Country Club. Silent auction items include a Chamilia bracelet, courtesy of l.C. Betz Jewelers. Funds raised from ticket sales and during the event help provide services at the True north shelter, as well as True north’s outreach and counseling programs.

“Our goal every year for the event is to let more people know about the services of True north and have a great evening of fun, fashion and food,” Hodges says.

The event draws women from the Columbia area as well as Kansas City and the lake of the Ozarks, Hodges says. “Each year the attendance has increased,” she adds. “Our first year was about 265, and this year we are hoping for 450.”

although the event is a fun and lighthearted evening, the realities that the shelter’s clients face are much more intense. “The event increases the community’s awareness about domestic violence and that it happens at every socioeconomic level, regardless of age, race, religion,” Hodges says. “Domestic violence knows no bounds or barriers.”

True north works to reach victims of domestic and sexual violence and to ex-pand its outreach in the schools. “By doing this, we can help redirect unhealthy be-

a wardrobe staple is a symbol of hope for victims of domestic violence.

little black dress ambassadors are responsible for increasing the awareness of the services True north provides. The organization selects its ambassadors from the columbia community and asks them to invite their friends and co-workers to attend a small social gathering. ¶ “We know that in that group there will be individuals who do not know about True north,” says executive director barbara Hodges. “We may also reach someone in the group who currently is in an abusive relationship and because of this gathering, she will reach out to us for help. ¶ Turn the page to meet the 2014 little black dress ambassadors and visit www.littleblackdresscolumbia.com/2014ambassadors to read their full profiles. ›››

meet the ambassadors

haviors and teach all of our youth what a healthy relationship is, which red flags to watch for when beginning a relationship, and how to safely get out of an unhealthy one,” Hodges says.

Those who are unable to attend the event can still help with a donation. Visit www.truenorthofcolumbia.org to learn more about donating cash or material items and ways to volunteer. information on engaging True north’s services is also available on the website.

“Domestic violence knows

no boundsor barriers.”— barbara hodges,

true north executive director


the little black dress2014 ambassadors:

Kate GrantFresh ideas Food service What advice do you have for other women still trying to find success in their life (relationship, career, etc.)? i believe in setting goals, but i also think it’s important to be open to new ideas and opportunities that come along that change your direction. after nearly 20 years in my career, i feel that whom you work for and represent is more important than what you do. continuing to develop your skills and learn from others is a key to success … and don’t be afraid of hard work. i am blessed to be able to work in a position that i love with people that i admire and respect. What motivated you to be an ambassador for little Black Dress? i am passionate about helping True north in any way i can. i serve as a True north board member and was a speaker at last year’s event. i know firsthand the effects of domestic violence. True north serves these women in need and continues to strive for a safer community.

mariel liggettWilliams-Keepers llC What advice do you have for other women still trying to find success in their life (relationship, career, etc.)? same thing my father told me: be true to your heart and you’ll find a career you love for life, which is what the cPa profession and Williams-Keepers have been for me!

What motivated you to be an ambassador for little Black Dress? domestic violence is a terrible offense and it strikes with no regard to economic or social well-being, so seeing barbara Hodges and her associates’ dedication and achievements won my heart over a long time ago as they continue their mission today.

molly wolfeuniversity of Missouri system one woman you admire and why: my mother because she was able to raise eight children and all of us stilllove each other very much. What advice do you have for other women still trying to find success in their life (relationship, career, etc.)?Follow your heart, but have a plan and be kind.

sidney neateBoone County national Bank one woman you admire and why: i admire Jacqueline Kennedy onassis. although her life was filled with a tremendous amount of public tragedy, she is remembered for carrying herself with a great deal of style, elegance and grace.

What advice do you have for other women still trying to find success in their life (relationship, career, etc.)?if you haven’t found happiness yet, keep looking without losing sight of who you are.

52 inside columbia aprIl 2014 IllustratIon by Carolyn preul

robinson’s ramblings l by john robInSon

You have a brand. Whether or not you wake up every morning and think about it, you’re always building your brand. and your brand encompasses way more than your name, rank and

cereal preference.it goes way beyond your family status,

your appearance and your personality, your clothing, hair and makeup, your house and car, your leisure activities, your education and your work, your religion or your politics, and how you treat people.

and that catchy nickname? it may be your label, but it’s only part of your brand.

Your brand is the sum of all of those things. But there’s a twist …

While you consciously and unconsciously cultivate your lifestyle to present your brand to the world, ultimately it’s out of your hands. Your brand is how other people see you, and more importantly, how people feel about you.

You inhabit your brand, but you don’t own it — not entirely. You own your brand as it exists in the minds of other people. put another way, in the book Groundswell by Charlene li and Josh Bernoff, “your brand is whatever your customers say it is …”

But unless you’ve researched, you probably don’t have a precise picture of how people feel about you. Without research, without understanding your audience — and yourself — branding is a gamble.

colUmbIa’S branDColumbia has a brand. But what is it?it’s Columns, but not just columns. it’s black and gold, but not just black and gold. it’s not a great old hotel downtown or a great new hotel downtown. Columbia’s brand isn’t restaurants or festivals or shops or parks or hospitals or Mugs Up.

Columbia’s tourism brand is none of those things.

it is all of those things, mixed together in the mind of the visitor. More to the point, Columbia’s brand is that mix of elements that evokes a positive emotional response from the potential visitor.

But how do you evoke a positive emotional response?

in Columbia, with such a diverse mix of elements, you easily could wrestle with the branding monster, and end up with a promotional tagline that sounds like this: “The smart, innovative, artsy, eclectic, savvy, vibrant, too-dynamic-to-fit-into-a-short-tagline city.”

When Columbia announced that whimsical phrase a few years ago, hometown folks greeted the campaign with a mix of emotion ranging from welcoming smiles to a chorus of boos. But beyond the cheerleaders and the naysayers — and no matter how you reacted to the tagline — remember two things:

1. The campaign evoked emotion.2. it was not aimed at you, the

hometown folks.Behind all the artsy creativity,

campaigns like this are grounded in surveys and studies that reveal how outsiders — visitors and potential visitors — feel about Columbia.

By the way, next time you hear somebody criticize this city’s carefully crafted brand, ask them a simple question: What is las Vegas’ brand? likely, they’ll spew a cute phrase that begins with “What happens in Vegas …” Wrong. it’s a memorable tagline to a great ad campaign, but it’s not the Vegas brand.

great expectatIonSFast forward to Columbia’s new brand statement: “it’s what you unexpect.”

not unexpectedly, knee-jerk armchair experts besieged the local blogs and criticized the campaign. Worse, pundits claimed it’s a waste of money. One local media outlet pounced on what they perceived as controversy: a reporter trumpeted that the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau spent more than $130,000 on the campaign. “Several Columbia

you have one. so does columbia.

What’sYour

Brand?


residents worry it’s a waste of tax dollars,” the dispatch declared. One interviewee made a predictable claim: “i think that probably a lot of us on photoshop could have come up with that slogan.”

right. and a lot of people can paint like picasso. Or coach the Mizzou Tigers.

the nUmberSresearch is expensive. So is advertising. But see what it produces:

researchers at the University of Missouri have conducted study after study for Missouri tourism, consistently showing that every advertising dollar spent promoting travel in Missouri produces about $60 in revenue — for hotels, restaurants, attractions, convenience stores and shopping venues. Most business CEOs would jump at a 60:1 return on investment.

Here’s the kicker: Even during this recession, Missouri’s taxable sales from 17 tourism-related industries increased 2.8 percent during fiscal year 2011, to $10.25 billion.

boone coUnty boomCloser to home, Boone County generated $340,153,454 in tourism-related spending during fiscal year 2012. Chances are, you know a neighbor who works in tourism; there are 10,338 tourism industry-related workers in Boone County alone. and for all you traditionalists who believe that economic development must include bricks and mortar, try touching every one of Columbia’s hotels in one day.

More proof? in 2010, a nationwide event for 30,000 motorcycle riders at the Boone County Fairgrounds generated $6 million for Columbia. and last fall, a Columbia CVB survey found that out-of-towners dropped more than $1.7 million into Columbia’s economy during last year’s roots n Blues n BBQ Festival at Stephens park. That impressive dollar amount is before the “economic multiplier” effect, showing how a tourist dollar passes through a local economy — hand to hand, business to business — up to seven times.

The skeptics — long on talk and short on marketing skills — love to attack tourism numbers. They blab on, even in the face of reams of conversion studies and fulfillment studies and customer surveys that provide a consistent picture of tourism’s impact.

a few years ago, as Missouri’s chief marketer, i had to defend our tourism


numbers in front of knowledge-challenged legislators who wanted to cut our budget, and a hostile state auditor who questioned our marketing science, even as we packed the state treasury with $3.22 for every buck we spent.

and i told the Colorado story. a dozen years ago, Colorado cut its entire tourism budget. “We’re the no. 1 ski destination in america,” the experts reasoned. The next ski season, the state tumbled out of the top 10. Utah thanked Colorado. So did California, Wyoming, idaho, new Mexico and the rest.

IgnoranceStill, critics howl, “Tourism is a waste of your tax dollars.” The critics obviously don’t investigate where most of Columbia’s tourism funding comes from. if you live in Columbia, you don’t pay for this advertising, unless you’re shacking up in a motel. That’s because the Columbia CVB’s tourism promotion local funding comes primarily from the visitors to our fair city, in the form of hotel taxes.

the f worDnow, back to branding. Everybody wants to feel good. We want fun, entertainment, excitement, value — and a sense of belonging to something big.

it’s a simple concept, i know. But it gets overlooked, even by smart business leaders. and when your business starts chasing numbers at the expense of your customers’ feel-good factor, you’re on your way out. Don’t take my word for it. in Daryl Travis’ seminal book Emotional Branding, Sir richard Branson puts it simply: “i’m convinced that it is feelings — and feelings alone —that account for the success of the Virgin brand in all its myriad forms.”

How do you evoke those feelings?First, you have to do your

homework. and it’s expensive.To determine its brand, to touch

the emotions of potential visitors, Columbia needed to know the customer, and know itself. Sounds

You own yourbrand as it existsin the minds of other people.


easy, doesn’t it? it sounds easy to the thousand armchair quarterbacks who think they know how to run a business, and run a city, and run a football team.

You’ve heard ’em on the blogs and the talk shows. They’re on Facebook and Twitter, popping off like they know what the world needs now. pUt Up or ShUt Upit’s natural that you may feel compelled to criticize your town’s promotional efforts. a few weeks ago, a mob of vocal locals took to Facebook to trash the Downtown Community improvement District’s “gateways” promotion brainstorming process. The critics didn’t have any positive comments. But they sure knew what they hated.

Fair enough. it’s a free country. like what you like. Hate what you hate. But know this: During the delicate brainstorming process, nothing damages your credibility — the way people feel about your brand — more than offering negative comments without positive alternatives. So don’t become a buzz kill. if you hear a bad idea and can’t turn the thought in a positive direction, relax and let it die its own death so you don’t kill the creative environment.

if you’re going to enter into the creative process — and i hope you do, even from the relative safety of Facebook — here are three suggestions, honed from decades of creative-process brainstorming. Call them robinson’s rules of Order:

First: Commit. Make sure you become a positive, contributing brainstormer.

second: participate, and keep offering positive ideas.

third, (because this bears repeat-ing): if you tear down an idea, you’d better, by God, offer one yourself. Otherwise, your personal brand will take a dive.

Still, i know there are lazy loudmouth know-it-alls who will unexpect this advice and take cheap shots at marketing science.

Oh, by the way, las Vegas’ brand: Only Vegas.

like i said, branding can be a gamble, unless you research what you’re talking about.

read more of robinson’s rants atwww.johndrakerobinson.com/blog.


The Boone County National Bank board of directors has named Joseph T. Henderson (left) as president. Steve Erdel remains as the bank’s CEO

and chairman of the board of directors. as president, Henderson will take on greater responsibility for the overall operations of the bank and its strategic goals. Henderson’s community banking experience spans 36 years, including roles at Commerce Bank in peoria, ill., Central illinois Bank, and providence Bank in Jefferson City. He joined Boone County national Bank as executive vice president and chief credit officer in 2012.

Boone County national Bank also announced the promotion of Donna Zumwalt as assistant vice president of the South County Bank. Zumwalt has more than 30 years’ financial service experience.

The Boone County national Bank board of directors elected Rick Means, president and CEO of Shelter Insurance Cos., to the board at its annual meeting.

Commerce Bank, Central Missouri region, recently announced the promotion of group operations manager Jennifer Bailey to assistant vice president. Bailey has 15 years’ banking and lending experi-ence. in her position, she is responsible for branch security and audit; fraud train-ing; product rollout; aTM oversight; and teller and group operations for 17 branch-es in the bank’s Central Missouri region and Hannibal.

Noelle Case, Commerce Bank trust administrator for the Central Missouri re-gion, has been promoted to assistant vice president. Her responsibilities include

client service and administration related to personal trust services, including iras, investment management, revocable, irre-vocable and charitable accounts.

Deputy Chief Dianne Bernhard has announced her retirement from the Columbia Police Department after serving the city for more than 21 years. Bernhard leaves to accept a position as the executive director of Concerns of police Survivors, a national organization that provides support for families and co-workers affected by the loss of an officer killed in the line of duty. COpS also provides training for officers and police departments to address the needs of agency personnel who experience the traumas associated with the law enforcement profession.

MFA Oil Co. announced that Jerry Taylor, president and CEO, will retire effective aug. 31. Taylor will remain with the company to lead MFa Oil’s investments in MFA Oil Biomass, AgFuel Energy Systems and WasteWater Logic. Mark Fenner, currently chief operating officer, will assume the role of president and chief executive officer on Sept. 1.

Taylor has been affiliated with MFa Oil since 1982, first as a consultant and then as an employee in 1988. He has served as president and CEO since Jan. 1, 2003.

Roxanne Herron has been promoted to personal insurance sales manager at The Insurance Group. Herron is expe-rienced in direct sales and sales coordi-nation of various policies — life, health, disability insurance, long-term care and personal lines insurance. She joined TiG in 2006.

Lee Russell, CEO of Columbia Board of Realtors, has announced plans to retire this spring. russell joined CBOr in 2005 as operations director. She will end her three-year tenure as CEO on May 29.

The Columbia College Board of Trustees has selected Scott Dalrymple (left) as the 17th president of the college. Dalrymple comes

to Columbia College from Excelsior College in albany, n.Y., where he is the current dean of the School of liberal arts. He holds a Bachelor of arts in English from State University of new York College at Geneseo; he earned a

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The University of Missouri recently announced a gift of $6.7 million from Jonathan Murray, an Emmy Award-winning MU alumnus and chairman of Bunim/Murray Productions, to create a documentary journalism program in the MU School of Journalism. The gift creates one of the largest programs in documentary journalism.

MFa inC. commemorated its 100th birthday on March 10 by dedicating the MFa Century Plaza on ray young Drive between the headquarters of MFa inc. and MFa oil Co. this bronze sculpture depicting a farm family, created by Columbia artist sabra tull Meyer, was installed on the site. Construction on the plaza began March 11 and is slated for completion in June.


master’s degree and ph.D. in English, and an MBa, from the University at Buffalo SUnY. He has held academic positions at Hartwick College in Oneonta, n.Y., and Southwestern College in Winfield, Kan.; he also worked as a senior financial analyst for national Fuel Gas Co.

Dalrymple will begin serving as president May 1, succeeding Gerald Brouder who retired last summer after 18 years as Columbia College’s president.

Columbia College announced that Nollie Moore, instructor of music, has been named to the Missouri Symphony Society board of directors. Moore, who also is the director of the Jane Froman singers, will serve a three-year term on the board.

Dean Mills, dean of the MU School of Journalism, will retire effective aug. 31. Mills, who has served in this position for 25 years, is the longest current serving dean at MU. Following his retirement as dean, Mills will work half time as director of the reynolds Fellows program at the school’s Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute.

Sabra Tull Meyer has been named the 2014 Missouri artist of the Year by the Missouri Arts Council. Meyer has created several hundred works in bronze, including more than 70 public works in the Show-Me State.

Randy Reeves has been named news director at KOMU-TV 8, effective Sept. 1. reeves, an associate professor in the MU School of Journalism, will replace Stacey Woelfel, who has been appointed director of the new Jonathan Murray Documentary Journalism Center at the MU School of Journalism, effective in the fall.

Gary Savill and Barbara Stampfli-Savill, residents of St. louis, have made an estate commitment of $2.5 million to the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. The gift will create an endowment to support scholarships for veterinary students and will encourage volunteer work among its recipients.

The National Mastitis Council has named Dr. John Middleton, a professor of food animal medicine and surgery at the MU College of

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Veterinary Medicine, its 2014 president. The council is a nonprofit organization devoted to reducing mastitis and enhancing milk quality. it promotes research and provides information to the dairy industry on udder health, milking management, milk quality and milk safety. Founded in 1961, the council boasts members in more than 40 countries.

Ernest Wren was promoted from

assistant dean to associate dean for adult higher education at Columbia College. Wren will continue to work on course development, full-time fac-ulty coordination and will oversee the online campus’s budget. Wren also will work with nationwide campus direc-tors and provide oversight of adjunct faculty review processes.

Gretchen Hendrickson has been named assessment coordinator for Columbia College. Hendrickson is an assistant professor of psychology at the college. Hendrickson’s duties in-clude educating faculty on assessment, working with faculty to identify assess-ment already being collected within the department and evaluating the results. along with her assessment du-ties, Hendrickson will teach six credit hours of psychology each semester and will maintain her status as a full-time faculty member.

Washington College has announced that Jeffrey L. Pasley, a professor of history at the University of Missouri, is one of three 2014 finalists for the prestigious George Washington Book prize. pasley is being honored for The First Presidential Contest: 1796 and the Founding of American Democracy (University press of Kansas), which provides new insight into how the first contested presidential election set the stage for the democratic electoral process.

Cost Cutters & Supercuts of Mid-Missouri franchisee Adam Crews announced that his family has entered into a leasehold agreement to open a Supercuts Hair Salon location in Columbia. The salon will be located in the Broadway Bluffs, next to Chipotle Mexican Grill, and is scheduled to be open in the spring.

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CabalettaA Mizzou professor blends a successful performance career with a passion for teaching.

By Cheri Ghan p h o t o b y L i s a - M a r i e M a z z u c c o


A Precarious Start He wasn’t a singer. after a less-than-stellar turn as a junior high piano student, the Springfield native studied music theory for a year. a casual interest in opera turned serious during Tharp’s freshman year at Glendale High School when his French teacher — prominent Springfield cultural arts supporter William Brandon Bowman — thrust a stack of boxed record sets in his arms, proclaiming, “now you’re in your Callas period.”

The education didn’t stop there. The next year, friends convinced him to take choir class and, as he progressed through Bowman’s massive classical collec-tion, he began to wonder if he could sing like that too.

Turns out, he could. Tharp headed to Kansas for college, earning a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance from Wichita State University in 1980 and a master’s degree two years later. Then it was off to new York City to carve out a performance career. He continued studying, winning the Metropolitan Opera’s national Council audition in 1987.

Today, Tharp seems to be a natural singer. The 56-year-old’s lyrical tenor lithely bounces through a de-manding repertoire with a sound as youthful as many performers half his age. Yet decades ago, while standing on the stage of the Met as one of its proclaimed future stars, he knew something was wrong.

“Here i was supposed to sing for my career, and i wasn’t sure i could,” Tharp says. “My singing had become strenuous, overly muscular with a lot of vocal pushing. i tired quickly. Every singer has a vocal crisis in their career and i had mine early.”

He found salvation in legendary new York voice teacher Joan lader. a singer herself, lader is also a trained speech pathologist and a coach to both classical and Broadway performers. She discovered vocal cord swelling in Tharp, and began teaching him new techniques to not only save his young voice but help it last a lifetime.

“There’s an old expression: Sing on your interest, not your capital,” Tharp says. “in other words, a singer should not damage his instrument to try to sing big, but rather, preserve its beauty and steadiness. Thank God she showed me how i was damaging my voice and the correct way to use it.”

With lader’s mentoring, Tharp began teaching in new York in the late 1990s. He taught voice for a dozen years in new York City and in Buenos aires, but when he yearned to settle in at a university, he came home to Missouri. now wrapping up his first year as an assistant professor of voice at MU, Tharp says he’s thrilled with the talent at Mizzou and the Columbia community’s support of the arts.

lader’s influence is still present in his professional life. One of Tharp’s first public collaborations and

world, singing under the baton of such famed conductors as Sir Georg Solti and Daniel

Barenboim. His professional career has spanned three decades and remains robust.

He’s been nominated for Grammy awards and praised by reviewers in publications

ranging from Opera News to The New York Times. Yet when he walks into a rehearsal,

this Columbian is perhaps one of the most unassuming, cheerful, even playful of

performers — the most un-diva of opera stars.

Tenor Steven Tharp has graced the most storied stages in the


appearances after arriving in Columbia last year was with the MU Voice Symposium, a partnership of the university’s schools of music, medicine and health professions, in which voice teachers, speech-language pathologists and physicians offer advice to individuals who use their voices extensively, teaching them how to preserve them.

No Labels Many opera singers are specialists, favoring styles and composers. But Tharp has made his living with a repertoire that ranges from oft-performed classics to obscure pieces unheard for hundreds of years. He’s equally comfortable on the concert or recital stage, even taking a turn at cabaret with “Three Tenors in Search of an Act,” where laughs can come at the expense of the classical genre. But don’t try to pin him down on a favorite role or performance. The closest he will come are fond reminiscences of ensemble pieces: Opera Omaha’s 1988 american debut of Handel’s “Partenope” (circa 1730) and “Opera Seria,” an operatic, comedic send-up of staging an opera performed with Holland’s nationale resiopera in 2006. His lead roles don’t top the list.

“it’s not that i don’t have an ego; i do,” Tharp says. “as a performer, there is a natural egotism that goes with it. But i think it’s good to fight that. it does not make you happy in the long run.”

His dedication and professionalism have made him a favorite go-to director for Will Crutchfield, director of opera at Caramoor in new York.

“To teach young singers takes a level of empathy that not everyone has,” Crutchfield says. “There are some fantastic singers who don’t do well teaching others be-cause they don’t happen to have that particular circuit in their brains that lets them imagine what it’s like for that other voice. Steve does happen to have it.”

Electrifying Moments Tharp has recorded for several labels and been nomi-nated for two Grammy awards, winning best opera recording in 1998 for Wagner’s “Die Meistersinger” with the Chicago Symphony and Chorus conducted by the legendary Sir Georg Solti.

“it was amazing to perform and record on what turned out to be his last major operatic recording, and then win a Grammy,” Tharp says.

Of the other nominated recording, a solo offering of Edward McDowell songs, he says with a laugh, “Yes, i was nominated for a Grammy and, deservedly, did not win.”

Other awards are for the Three Tenors act, in which the trio nabbed a new York Backstage Bistro award for Outstanding Musical Comedy, and his recording of Frank Martin’s “Le Vin Herbé,” an Opera News Editor’s Choice winner.

But, literally, the most shocking recognition came not for Tharp’s singing, but an accident during the dress rehearsal for the Minnesota Opera world premiere of “Frankenstein, The Modern Prometheus.” The elaborately staged production’s special effects included live wires in the stage fly to give off sparks as the monster comes alive. Unbeknown to the cast and


crew, one of the wires came into contact with prop lines that Tharp — as Dr. Frankenstein — would use in the reanimation scene. When he grabbed the second of the wires, he became caught in the electrical current.

“i screamed and cast and crew members laughed, probably thinking, ‘Oh, Tharp is overacting again,’ ” he says. But observant director nic Muni wasn’t laugh-ing. “i couldn’t speak, and could only watch as he leapt over five rows of seats and onto the raked stage,” Tharp recalls. “He body-blocked me off the wire, most likely saving my life.”

Tharp elected to continue the production, but not to tell his parents about the incident until after the show closed. The next morning he got a call from his mother.

“apparently the media picked it up and the story ran on npr; she heard it on the radio,” Tharp says. “So the

time i get a great mention on npr, it wasn’t about my singing at all!”

Songs That Matter When he isn’t singing, Tharp is listening to music — all kinds of music. Favorites include:

Bob Dylan: “The most important american artist from the 1960s forward.”

Jacques Brel: “The essence of what any singer should be in terms of intensity and total commitment.”

Ella Fitzgerald: “a beautiful voice, but it’s the sheer joy and physical fun that came out of her when she sang that i love.”

as he balances a full-time university teaching load, Tharp chooses his own work carefully. This spring and summer will find him performing in Winnipeg,

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Canada, plus Mexico City and Berlin where he’ll reprise his tenor soloist role in “Defiant Requiem,” a concert docudrama presenting Verdi’s “Requiem” in the narrative context of 1940s performances by inmates of the nazi concentration camp at Terezin. “Defiant Requiem” has been performed worldwide; a documentary version aired on pBS in 2013.

“it’s a beautiful, true story of how art can affirm life even in the most extreme, horrific circumstances,” he says.

Coming this summer is a CD of songs by Gabriel Fauré, available on Tharp’s label, Mister Beard recordings, via CD and downloads, with distribution by CD Baby, amazon and iTunes.

Tharp also plans to add local performances; he has sung the tenor leads in the fall and spring MU Choral Union productions. He wants to realize a long-standing

dream of performing with a fortepiano, which the university owns, and eventually start a local festival to emphasize art songs.

But for now, he is content settling into the role of professor.

“a person couldn’t ask for more supportive col-leagues,” he says. “rob Shay, paul Crabb, ann Harrell, Christine Seitz, Janice Wenger and others have been so helpful.”

Harrell, an associate professor of voice, calls Tharp’s transition to the university “completely seamless — or at least it seemed that way.”

He’s a good fit with the program, she adds. “He is a fantastic colleague, supportive and engaged with us and what we’re doing, and also engaged with all the students, not just his own,” she says. “His knowledge of repertoire is extensive, and his varied performance experience is great for the students. He’s easygoing and fun, and his singing is so special.”

among Tharp’s Mizzou pupils is choral conducting master’s student Steven Hirner.

“The most valuable thing i have learned is the easier vocal production with which i can actually sing rather than the forceful contrived approach of my past,” he says. “learning to accept my voice for what it is has been exciting and is an experience that will continue to benefit me in years to come.”

Same song, second verse: Tharp is already pass-ing on the lessons of experience, helping his new students learn to sing on their interest and save their capital.

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Well Columbia, you’re a tough crowd to please. This year, we counted

and verified nearly 420,000 votes for the people, restaurants, businesses

and organizations that lift up our community and bring us together.

a few winners continue their uninterrupted reigns, while others are just

beginning to break into the cultural fabric of our community. ¶

You voted for the movers and shakers you follow; the businesses, eateries

and storefronts you frequent; and the innovators and influencers whose

passions drive this city. The winners on the following pages are a hard-

working, deserving bunch, but they owe much of their success to you,

CoMo. ¶ although Best of Columbia celebrates the very best Columbia

has to offer, it also celebrates the tremendous amount of support and

love that Columbians give to one another as an eclectic group of driven

entrepreneurs, academics, athletes, restaurateurs, representatives, artists,

business owners and citizens. Here’s to you, CoMo. You’re the best!

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BURGERSgold: Famous burgers, can’t-beat prices and legendary stories await customers at Booches Billiard Hall. Booches has been a major downtown destination since the 19th century and doesn’t show any signs of changing. From the nondescript storefront to the sheets of wax paper on which the famous burgers are served, Booches has a style all its own. 110 S. Ninth St., 573-874-9519sIlver: Five Guys Burgers & Fries, 2703 E. Broadway Bluffs Drive, 573-777-4568; 233 N. Stadium Blvd., 573-777-4564bronze: Billiards on Broadway, 514 E. Broadway, 573-449-0116

MExICANRESTAURANTgold: Two words that inspire joy in Columbians young (but legal!) and old alike: dollar margaritas. True to its name, every Thursday Las Margaritas

eateat TVNewscasTer

• • •gold: news anchor Meredith Hoenes,

KMiZ-TV17, is often reporting the news on the fly, but did you know she also enjoys fly-fishing?

and nutella? This University of Missouri

School of Journalism grad is the source for breaking

news in mid-Missouri. Before joining the aBC 17 news team in September

2011, Hoenes worked with KriS-TV in Corpus Christi, Texas, KSHB-TV and WDaF-TV in Kansas

City, and KOMU-TV 8 here in Columbia. While in Kansas City, Hoenes

was nominated for several regional Emmy awards.

This is her first year winning Best of Columbia

TV newscaster. sIlver: Megan Judy,

KOMU-TV 8bronze: angie Bailey,

KOMU-TV 8

offers $1 lime margaritas all day long. Other claims to fame include traditional favorites such as creamy guacamole and fajitas, as well as new favorites such as the Francisco burger or deep-fried pork ribs. if you’re looking for affordable food that doesn’t sacrifice quality, las Margaritas is a must. 10 E. Southampton Drive, 573-442-7500sIlver: El Maguey, 901 E. Nifong Blvd., 573-874-3812; 21 Conley Road, Suite U, 573-443-7977bronze: agave, 901 Safari Drive, 573-256-5611

BARBECUERESTAURANTgold: This local barbecue place does it all: pulled pork, brisket and even turkey. it is no wonder Buckingham Smokehouse BBQ was voted the best barbecue joint for eight years in a row. Owner

Mark Brown opened a second location last august on St. Charles road to spread the barbecue love around town. 3804 Buttonwood Drive, 573-499-1490; 5614 E. St. Charles Road, 573-777-7711sIlver: lutz’s BBQ, 200 E. Nifong Blvd., 573-636-4227bronze: lonnie ray’s BBQ, 81 E. Sexton St., Harrisburg, 573-874-0020

BREAKFASTPLACEgold: Ernie’s Café and Steakhouse, 1005 E. Walnut St., 573-874-7804sIlver: Café Berlin, 220 N. 10th St., 573-441-0400bronze: Broadway Diner, 22 S. Fourth St., 573-875-1173

CHEAP EATSgold: This family-owned and operated restaurant does things old-school style. The aslanidis family’s G&D Steakhouse has been

gold: For the past 20 years, Flat Branch Pub & Brewing has worked its way into the hearts and stomachs of Columbia residents. The restaurant is always overflowing, so it’s no wonder Flat Branch won best overall restaurant for the fourth year in a row and took home awards in two other categories this year. Whether you’re munching on the signature beer bread or sipping on one of the brewed-in-house beers, Flat Branch always serves it up right. 115 S. Fifth St., 573-499-0400sIlver: Murry’s restaurant, 3107 Green Meadows Way, 573-442-4969bronze: CC’s City Broiler, 1401 Forum Blvd., 573-445-7772

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serving a mix of Greek and american classics to Columbians for more than 40 years. Gyros, steaks, sandwiches, fries, pies and salads are go-to fare. Oh, and then there’s the service. let’s just say when you’re dining with G&D, you’re family. 2001 W. Worley St., 573-445-3504sIlver: Booches Billiard Hall, 110 S. Ninth St., 573-442-4969bronze: El rancho, 1014 E. Broadway, 573-875-2121

OUTDOORDININGgold: Flat Branch pub & Brewing, 115 S. Fifth St.,573-499-0400sIlver: les Bourgeois, 12847 W. Highway BB, Rocheport, 573-698-2133bronze: Bleu restaurant &

Wine Bar, 811 E. Walnut St., 573-442-8220

SUSHIgold: Osaka Japanese Restaurant, Sushi Bar & Hibachi Steakhouse is one part Hibachi grill, one part sushi bar and one part karaoke bar. if karaoke isn’t your thing, the excitement

of watching flames soar up to the ceiling while your food goes through twists and turns on the hibachi grill until it is finished will be enough entertainment. On the menu, Osaka offers something for everyone, from deep-fried agedashi tofu to beef and chicken teriyaki combinations for meat lovers. 120 E. Nifong Blvd., Suite A, 573-875-8588sIlver: Sake Japanese Bistro& Bar, 16 N. 10th St., 573-443-7253bronze: Kampai Sushi Bar& restaurant, 907 Alley A, 573-442-2239

ASIANRESTAURANTgold: Bangkok Gardens, 811 Cherry St., 573-874-3284sIlver: Chim’s Thai Kitchen,

3907 Peachtree Drive, 573-777-8626; 210 N. 10th St., 573-355-9590; 11505 Smith Hatchery Road (Cooper’s Landing), 573-657-2544bronze: House of Chow, 2101 W. Broadway, 573-445-8800

NEW RESTAURANT OPENED IN 2013gold: With new restaurants popping up all over town, Pizza Tree stands taller than the rest and has won over Columbia’s taste buds. Originally sold inside Mojo’s, pizza Tree isn’t your typical bar food, with homemade pretzels and seven specialty pizzas. Sadly, pizza Tree closed

LOCALMASCOTgold: When people think of Columbia, Mo., a few things come to mind: The Columns, Jesse Hall, The District and our beloved Truman the Tiger. MU adopted the Tigers as a team nickname in 1890, but the mascot didn’t acquire its Truman moniker until a naming contest in 1984. Truman can be found enthusiastically rallying a crowd at any Mizzou sporting event and is usually seen rigorously swinging his tail with his paw — a signature move. The University of Missouri sIlver: Kewpie, Hickman High Schoolbronze: Scooter, Columbia College

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its doors this winter, but don’t start crying yet; we have a feeling there may be a second chance on the horizon for you to get your pizza Tree fix. Keep your taste buds primed. www.facebook.com/pizzatree sIlver: Freebirds World Burrito, 1020 E. Broadway, Suite F, 573-474-1060bronze: Cheerleader pub & Grill, 1400 Cinnamon Hill Lane, 573-442-6066

SANDWICHESgold: Sub Shop, 209 S. Eighth St., 573-449-1919; 2105 W. Worley St., 573-449-1919; 212 Green Meadows Circle, 573-449-1919; 601 Business Loop 70 W., Suite 203 (Parkade Center), 573-449-1919sIlver: pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe, 1106 E. Broadway, 573-875-2400; 2513 Old 63 S., 573-886-2300; 3103 W. Broadway, Suite 105, 573-875-0400bronze: Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches, 1019 E. Broadway, 573-815-0043; 4008 W. Broadway, 573-256-1661; 212 Corporate Lake Drive, 573-499-4442; 912 Rain Forest Parkway, Suite A, 573-256-7600

ICE CREAM/CUSTARD/FROZEN YOGURTgold: located in the heart of The District, Sparky’s Homemade Ice Cream is probably best known for its quirky collection of paintings and less-than-traditional flavors such as Figs & Caramel, Biscuits & Gravy and pumpkin Curry. Sparky’s even offers options for its adult audience with flavors

gold: The Wine Cellar & Bistro serves up farm-fresh cuisine and a wine list that has received The award of Excellence by Wine Spectator magazine every year since 2005. Diners can enjoy a world-class meal, and the choice of 1,000 different bottles of wine. 505 Cherry St., 573-442-7281sIlver: Bleu restaurant & Wine Bar, 811 E. Walnut St., 573-442-8220bronze: CC’s City Broiler, 1401 Forum Blvd., Suite 6, 573-445-7772

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such as White russian and les Bourgeois & Ghirardelli. The parlor opens in late February to kick off the True/False Film Fest and keeps on scoopin’ through november; Sparky’s is also open on Fridays, Saturdays and “nice days” during January and February. 21 S. Ninth St., 573-443-7400sIlver: andy’s Frozen Custard, 610 N. Cooper Drive, 573-442-8866bronze: Cold Stone Creamery, 904 Elm St., 573-443-5522

SEAFOODgold: Jazz, a louisiana Kitchen, 217 N. Stadium Blvd., 573-443-5299sIlver: CC’s City Broiler, 1401 Forum Blvd., 573-445-7772 bronze: Chris McD’s restaurant & Wine Bar, 1400 Forum Blvd., Suite 6, 573-446-6237

LATE-NIGHTDININGgold: Murry’s restaurant, 3107 Green Meadows Way, 573-442-4969sIlver: El rancho, 1014 E. Broadway, 573-875-2121bronze: Broadway Diner, 22 S. Fourth St., 573-875-1173

SPORTS BARgold: D. rowe’s restaurant & Bar, 1005 Club Village Drive, 573-443-8004

sIlver: Trumans Bar & Grill, 3304 Broadway Business Court, Suite D, 573-445-1669bronze: Shiloh Bar & Grill, 402 E. Broadway, 573-875-1800

PIZZAgold: a Columbia favorite, Shakespeare’s Pizza is serving up delicious pies all over town and has captured the Best pizza title for the seventh time. Columbians enjoy the consistently rockin’ pizzas, friendly service and quirky brand. Did you know Shakes offers a trip for two to the moon? Seriously, visit the online “Giftie Shop.” 225 S. Ninth St., 573-449-2454; 3304 Broadway Business Park Court, 573-447-1202; 3911 Peachtree Drive, 573-447-7435; www.shakespeares.comsIlver: G&D pizzaria, 2101 W. Broadway, 573-445-8336bronze: pizza Tree, 573-8PIZZA5 (573-874-9925), www.facebook.com/pizzatree

COFFEE HOUSEgold: Kaldi’s Coffee, 29 S. Ninth St., 573-874-2566sIlver: lakota Coffee Co., 24 S. Ninth St., 573-874-2852 bronze: Starbucks Coffee Co., 2500 Broadway Bluffs Drive, 573-442-4951; 304 S. Ninth St., 573-442-5802; 2901 W. Broadway, 573-445-0367

BEER MENUgold: Flat Branch pub & Brewing, 115 S. Fifth St.,573-499-0400sIlver: 44 Stone public House, 3910 Peachtree Drive, 573-443-2726bronze: 1839 Taphouse,212 E. Green Meadows Road, Suite 2, 573-441-1839

HAPPY HOURgold: The convenient times and buy-one-get-one-free appetizers during The Heidelberg’s happy hour are hard to beat. The ’Berg offers not just one happy hour, but two, with a late-night happy hour menu as well. 410 S. Ninth St., 573-449-6927sIlver: Houlihan’s, 2541 Broadway Bluffs Drive, 573-815-7210bronze: Trumans Bar & Grill, 3304 W. Broadway Business Park Court, Suite D, 573-445-1669


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gold: He’s on a roll! KOMU-TV 8 sports director Chris Gervino secures the title for

Best TV Sportscaster for the seventh time. after graduating from Mizzou’s journalism school in the

late ’80s, Gervino worked as the sports director at KMiZ-TV 17 and KFrU-aM 1400 radio. He joined KOMU about 13 years ago, and continues

to keep mid-Missourians on top of all things sports while also hosting KOMU’s “Sports Xtra

with Chris Gervino” on Sunday nights. You’ll also recognize him from the University of Missouri coaches’ shows. sIlver: rod Smith, KRCG-TV 13

bronze: Tyler Fulghum, KMIZ-TV 17

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gold: Mid-Missouri is home to some of the most fickle weather trends in the country, and we’ve just endured one of the most indecisive winters in recent memory. KMiZ-TV 17 Chief Meteorologist Sharon Ray steered Columbia through it all. For more than 10 years, the self-described

tomboy has delivered forecasts to mid-Missouri with KMiZ and holds the prestigious american Meteorological

Society’s Seal of approval. When she’s not covering or tracking weather systems, ray enjoys fishing and spending

time with her family. sIlver: Dave Schmidt, KOMU-TV 8bronze: Eric aldrich, KOMU-TV 8

FOOD TRUCKgold: Food trucks are quickly becoming a Columbia staple, and Pepe’s Taco Truck is at the front of the pack. Between burritos, quesadillas, tacos and a wide selection of meats, anyone can find a favorite on the mouth-watering menu. Craving pepe’s but not sure where to go? never fear! pepe’s keeps an updated calendar online that shows the food truck’s location on any given date. Beloved for its inexpensive, versatile and delicious food, pepe’s is a one-stop shop for authentic Mexican fare. www.facebook.com/PepesOfColumbia, 573-443-5299sIlver: Ozark Mountain Biscuit Co., www.ozarkmountainbiscuits.com, 573-999-9323bronze: Jamaican Jerk Hut, www.facebook.com/pages/Jamaican-Jerk-Hut, 573-694-6086


shopshopGIFT BOUTIQUEgold: poppy, 920 E. Broadway, 573-442-3223sIlver: Bluestem Missouri Crafts, 13 S. Ninth St.,573-442-0211 bronze (tIe): Mustard Seed Fair Trade, 25 S. Ninth St., 573-449-6166Tallulahs, 812 E. Broadway, 573-442-9550

WINE & SPIRITSgold: Hy-Vee, 25 Conley Road, 573-442-7703; 3100 W. Broadway, 573-447-0133; 405 E. Nifong Blvd., 573-442-8595sIlver: Macadoodles, 455 E. Green Meadows Road, 573-443-1825bronze: Top Ten Wines, 111 S. Ninth St., Suite 160, 573-442-2207

MEN’S CLOTHINGSTOREgold: Binghams Traditional Clothing, 827 E. Broadway, 573-442-6397sIlver: Dillard’s, 2300 Bernadette Drive, 573-876-8600bronze: Jos. a. Bank, 2300 Bernadette Drive, 573-447-3813

PET BOUTIQUE/PET SUPPLY STOREgold: as a haven for pets and their owners, Lizzi & Rocco’s Natural Pet Market goes above and beyond to make sure the furry family members of all Columbians have everything they need to be happy and healthy — from all-natural shampoos and waterproof aprons at the self-service washing station to regular holiday parties and events. Owners Jessica

and Kyle Schlosser and their trained and knowledgeable staff will help you find the best product for your pet. 503 E. Nifong Blvd., Suite J, 573-875-2288sIlver: petSmart, 229 N. Stadium Blvd., 573-447-0145bronze: Treats Unleashed, 1400 Forum Blvd., 573-234-2275

JEWELRY STOREgold: Buchroeders Jewelers, 1021 E. Broadway, 573-443-1457sIlver: l.C. Betz Jewelers,601 E. Broadway, Suite 303, 573-449-1070bronze: Tucker’s Fine Jewelry, 100 N. Providence Road, Suite 103, 573-817-1310

FLORAL SHOPgold: My Secret Garden has been in business for more than 25 years, and it just keeps growing. Sourcing flowers from all over the world to make carefully crafted arrangements while maintaining an enchanting storefront in the heart of downtown is why My Secret Garden is Columbia’s best not-kept secret around. 823 E. Broadway, 573-443-1546sIlver: Kent’s Floral Gallery, 919 E. Broadway, 573-443-0232bronze: Hy-Vee, 25 Conley Road, 573-442-7703; 405 E. Nifong Blvd., 573-442-8595; 3100 W. Broadway, 573-447-0133

EYEWEARgold: Working to give Columbians better vision for more than 40 years, the optometrists, opticians and staff members at Columbia Eye Consultants are committed to providing patients with the best and most comprehensive eye care possible. 500 N. Keene St., Suite 103, 573-874-2060sIlver: Eyemart Express, 2901 W. Broadway, Suite 101, 573-474-4181bronze: andrew Stone Optometry, 2012 Cherry Hill Drive, Suite 201, 573-445-7750

ART SHOP/GALLERYgold: poppy, 920 E. Broadway, 573-442-3223sIlver: Bluestem Missouri Crafts, 13 S. Ninth St., 573-442-0211bronze: Columbia art league, 207 S. Ninth St., 573-443-8838

FURNITUREgold: ashley Furniture, 5710 Bull Run Drive, 573-777-1234sIlver: lifestyles Furniture, 63 E. Broadway, 573-874-1550bronze: Furniture row, 1802 Lake Ridgeway Road, 573-474-0009

ANTIQUE SHOPgold: Sprawled across 38,000 square feet, The Marketplace showcases antiques, gifts, home décor and accessories from more than 150 vendors. Unfortunately, The Marketplace closed its doors for good on March 31, 2014, but dedicated antique-lovers can attend the remaining inventory auction on april 12.1100 Business Loop 70 W.,

gold: no matter what typeof event you’re dressing for,Elly’s Couture has it all. Elly’s is Columbia’s favorite closet to shop for everything from cocktail dresses for an evening out with your girlfriends to jeans for your casual weekend to that perfect blazer to rock at your next job interview. Over the past eight years, the locally owned and operated boutique has expanded to carry handbags, jewelry, shoes and independent designers. Elly’s is CoMo’s one-stop shop for women of all ages. 914 E. Broadway, 573-499-4401sIlver: Swank Boutique, 913 E. Broadway, 573-256-4795bronze: Envy, 814 E. Broadway, 573-442-0712

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573-443-1970sIlver: artichoke annie’s antique Mall, 1781 Lindberg Drive, 573-474-2056bronze: itchy’s, 1907 N. Providence, 573-443-8275

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GoGoFITNESS CENTERgold: Wilson’s Total Fitness Center, 2902 Forum Blvd., 573-446-3232; 2601 Range Line St., 573-443-4242; 111 Orr St., 573-777-6700; F.I.T. and MAC, 2900 Forum Blvd., 573-449-2606; Beach & Tennis Club, 4600 Forum Blvd., 573-446-3232sIlver: The activity & recreation Center (arC), 1701 W. Ash St., 573-874-7700bronze: Mizzourec (University of Missouri campus), 213 Rothwell Gym, 573-882-2066

HAIR SALONgold: The Clip Joint Salon & Spa is Columbia’s destination for all of your hair, skin and nail needs. With qualified stylists, top-of-the-line products and an extensive list of services, both the downtown and south Columbia locations will have you, and your hair, looking and feeling your best day in and day out, year-round. 1001 Cherry St., 573-443-8711; 1608 Chapel Hill Road; 573-445-3176sIlver: The Strand Salon & Spa, 110 Club Village Drive, Suite 105, 573-875-3008bronze: The Beach Salon,110 Orr St., Suite 109, 573-875-0060

FACIALSgold: Everyone deserves a day to treat themselves and Riversong Spa & Salon is the place for relaxation. The trained staff ’s careful attention to details makes riversong’s more than 20 facial options the best way to

keep Columbia fresh-faced and healthy. 2100 Forum Blvd., 573-447-1772sIlver: DeSpain Cayce Dermatology Center & Medical Spa, 2011 Corona Road, Suite 207, 573-234-1000bronze: Dermistique Face & Body, 2600 Forum Blvd., Suite F, 573-446-2000; 211 N. Stadium Blvd., Suite 105, 573-447-1000

CHIROPRACTIC OFFICEgold: The wellness-based practice of Tiger Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center straightens out spines and symptoms. Columbia agrees, and the passionate team led by Dr. amanda Signaigo, wins Best Chiropractic Office for the fourth year in a row. 3600 I-70 Drive S.E., Suite A,573-443-1414sIlver (tIe): Focus on Health Chiropractic, 4200 Merchant St., Suite 105, 573-777-5900pressley Chiropractic Center, 315 S. Providence Road, 573-875-0203bronze: Boehmer Chiropractic & acupuncture, 2216 Forum Blvd., Suite 102, 573-445-4000

DRY-CLEANING SERVICEgold: Tiger Dry Cleaning & Laundry, 126 S. Eighth St., 573-442-6107; 1608 Chapel Hill Road, Suite B, 573-234-2528; 3905 Peachtree Drive, 573-442-6613; 2716 Paris Road, Suite 8, 573-474-8633; 901 Rollins St., 573-884-8526 (MU Student Center drop-

off); 3100 W. Broadway, 573-447-0133 (Hy-Vee drop-off); 405 E. Nifong Blvd., 573-442-8595 (Hy-Vee drop-off); 25 Conley Road, 573-442-7703 (Hy-Vee drop-off)sIlver: robinson’s Cleaners, 21 Conley Road, Suite O, 573-442-8621; 3601 S. Buttonwood, 573-442-8526; 1204 Business Loop 70 E., 573-875-2568, 2501 W. Broadway Suite 115, 573-445-6712bronze: The French laundry & alterations, 3910 Peachtree Drive, 573-442-9274

VETERINARYCLINICgold: Whether you have dogs, cats, rabbits or reptiles, Horton Animal Hospitals

can help with all the needs of your furry (or scaled) friends. Three veterinary clinics located throughout Columbia give pet owners access to convenient and top-notch animal care. 2200 Chapel Plaza Court, 573-446-3227; 2608 Paris Road, 573-474-9508; 1700 I-70 Drive S.W., 573-445-4466sIlver: noah’s ark animal Hospital & Bird Clinic, 1003 N. Fairview Road, 573-445-1388bronze: rolling Hills Veterinary Hospital, 3505 Buttonwood Drive, 573-449-7387; 210 Keene St., 573-449-3791

GOLF COURSEgold: For the third year in a row, The Club at Old Hawthorne has been voted anything but subpar. This award-winning golf course has wide fairways, undulating greens, five sets of tees and three kinds of grass. players of all skill levels enjoy the beautiful layout of this

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gold: Just east of downtown Columbia is an oasis with a small lake, 2.3 miles of walking trails, a fire pit, a sled trail, an outdoor amphitheater and more. Stephens Lake Park is a family-friendly destination year-round and host to multiple local festivals. 2001 E. Broadway, 573-874-7460sIlver: rock Bridge Memorial State park, 5901 S. Highway 163, 573-449-7402bronze: Mizzou Sporting Events, University of Missouri campus

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localphysiciaN

• • •gold: With more than 1,000

physicians in Columbia, for one to be named the

Best of Columbia is saying something. Dr. Holly

Bondurant, who practices with Tiger pediatrics, is a Tiger through and

through. She completed her undergraduate studies,

medical school and pediatrics training at the University of Missouri and has been with

Tiger pediatrics for more than 17 years. Bondurant

has two Tigers-in-training, and keeps Tiger cubs around Columbia happy and healthy

day in and day out.303 N. Keene St., Suite 404,

573-777-7627sIlver: Dr. adam Wheeler, Tiger Pediatrics, 303 N.

Keene St., Suite 404,573-777-7627

bronze: Dr. Marvin Mack, 900 Rain Forest Parkway,

573-449-2216

award-winning course and its world-class amenities. 6221 E. Highway WW,573-442-5281sIlver: Eagle Knoll Golf Course, 5757 E. Eagle Knoll Drive, Hartsburg, 573-761-4653bronze: Columbia Country Club, 2210 N. Country Club Drive, 573-449-4115

COMPUTERREPAIR SHOPgold: Columbia Computer Center, 1122 Lakeview Ave., 573-442-9445; 212 E. Green Meadows Road, Suite 7, 573-777-4746sIlver: nate’s Computer repair, 555 E. Green Meadows Road, Suite 5, 573-777-6999bronze: MacXperts, 2001 Corona Road, Suite 205,573-446-2775

LOCAL FESTIVALgold: roots n Blues n BBQ, www.rootsnbluesnbbq.com

sIlver: True/False Film Fest, www.truefalse.orgbronze: Hartsburg pumpkin Festival, www.hartsburgpumpkinfest.com

PLACE TO TAKEA VISITORgold: Just 13 miles east of Columbia, on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri river, sits Les Bourgeois Vineyards. Home to the Blufftop Bistro, a-Frame and Tasting room, les Bourgeois has a venue for every visitor. The ideal lBV day starts in the Tasting room for a sampling of the winery’s award-winning wines. Then head to the a-frame for an afternoon picnic. Enjoy the sun setting over the river and end your day in the bistro, where you can share an excellent dining experience with friends and family. 12847 W. Highway BB, Rocheport, 573-698-2133

sIlver: The District,www.discoverthedistrict.combronze: Shakespeare’s pizza, 225 S. Ninth St., 573-449-2454; 3304 Broadway Business Park Court, 573-447-1202; 3911 Peachtree Drive, 573-447-7435

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUTgold: Canvas on Broadway, 106 E. Broadway, Suite 100, 573-443-2222sIlver: Tropical liqueurs, 515 E. Broadway, 573-442-8098; 3805 S. Providence Road, 573-256-7141bronze: penguin piano Bar, 1025 E. Broadway, 573-449-8005

GUYS’ NIGHT OUTgold: 1839 Taphouse, 212 E. Green Meadows Drive, Suite 2, 573-441-1839sIlver: Shiloh Bar & Grill, 402 E. Broadway, 573-875-1800bronze: Trumans Bar & Grill, 3304 Broadway Business Park Court, 573-445-1669

TAxI SERVICEgold: Taxi Terry’s, 1200 Wilkes Blvd., 573-441-1414sIlver: rick’s Taxi, 100 Brown Station Road, Suite D, 573-449-6282bronze: Columbia party Bus, 1729 Paris Road, 573-876-8800

MID-MISSOURI SMALL TOWNgold: rocheportsIlver: Boonvillebronze: Hartsburg

MASSAGESgold: riversong Salon & Spa, 2100 Forum Blvd., 573-447-1772sIlver: Massage Envy, 2703E. Broadway, Suite 131,573-446-3689

schoolpriNcipal

• • •gold: as a former assistant principal, athletic director

and student at rock Bridge High School, current

principal Jennifer Mast is no stranger to the

school’s inner workings. With 16 years of education

experience under her belt, Mast is a more than

capable successor to her predecessor, Mark

Maus. in her first year as principal, Mast oversaw a

huge change: matriculating freshmen into the rock

Bridge student body. sIlver: Tracey Conrad, Hickman High School

bronze: Kim presko, Battle High School

bronze: Dermistique Face & Body, 221 N. Stadium Blvd., Suite 105, 573-447-1000; 2600 Forum Blvd., 573-446-2000

RADIO STATIONgold: Clear 99, KClr-FM 99.3sIlver: KBXr-FM 102.3bronze: Y107, KTXY-FM 106.9

LAW FIRMgold: Harper, Evans, Wade & netemeyer, 401 Locust St., Suite 401, 573-442-1660sIlver: Eng & Woods, 903 E. Ash St., 573-303-3917bronze: Bukowsky law Firm, 810 E. Walnut St., 573-443-2288

COLUMBIA NEIGHBORHOODgold: The District is another, decidedly cooler name for downtown Columbia. The area encompasses 50 blocks, providing a public space for Columbians to gather. Here, a love of fashion, food and the arts blends into a

vibrant, active, very livable downtown. sIlver: Old Southwestbronze: Old Hawthorne

LOCAL CHARITYgold: Helping those in need since 1981, The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri began as a class project in the social work department at the University of Missouri. in 2013, the food bank distributed more than 36 million pounds of food — 20 percent was fresh fruits and vegetables. With roughly 130 member pantries that distribute food to more than 114,000 people a month, the food bank’s impact on Columbia is profound and invaluable. 1100 Business Loop 70 W., 573-443-1970

sIlver: Central Missouri Humane Society, 616 Big Bear Blvd., 573-443-7387bronze: rainbow House, 1611 Towne Drive, 573-474-6600

COLUMBIA’S BEST-KEPT SECRETgold: Head south about 14 miles to a bend of the Missouri river, and you’ll find Cooper’s Landing and Chim’s Thai Kitchen. Visitors can camp, boat or eat at this marina and campgrounds. Grab a meal from Chim’s, find a picnic table, enjoy live music from the locals and watch the sunset over the river. Turns out, you don’t have to go far to feel like you’re in a whole new world. 11505 Smith Hatchery Road (Cooper’s Landing), 509-295-3810sIlver: Shelter Gardens, 1817 W. Broadway, 1-800-743-5837bronze: The McBaine Bur Oak (aka “The Big Tree”), Katy Trail Mile Marker 170, McBaine

ARCHITECTUREgold: The Columns, University of Missouri campussIlver: Memorial Union, University of Missouri campusbronze: Jesse Hall, University of Missouri campus

COLUMBIA ICONgold: The Columns, University of Missouri campussIlver: Tiger Hotel, 23 S. Eighth St.bronze: Jesse Hall, University of Missouri campus


meetmeetREPORTER/COLUMNISTgold: Justin Willett, Columbia Daily TribunesIlver: Caroline Dohack, Columbia Daily Tribunebronze: Steve Walentik, Columbia Daily Tribune

VISUAL ARTISTgold: Drawing from art historical references, painter David Spear chooses aesthetics that resonate with particular viewers. From regionalism to post-modernism, Spear attempts to tie the boundaries of different movements of art together through public works, communal collaborations, gallery showings, teaching and charitable causes.www.alleywayarts.com

sIlver: lisa Bartlett,www.lisabartlett.blogspot.com bronze: Kate Gray,www.kategrayartist.com

ELECTED OFFICIALgold: long-time Columbia resident and legislator from Missouri’s 45th District, state rep. Chris Kelly has served in the Missouri House for 18 years. When he’s not working on state budget appropriations, Kelly can be found tweeting, skiing, whitewater canoeing, serving his community or spending time with his two grandchildren — all while wearing a bow tie.www.chriskelly45.comsIlver: Mayor Bob McDavid, @bobmcdavidbronze: State Sen. Kurt Schaefer, @KurtUSchaefer

SOLO MUSICIANgold: This Chick-fil-a and sweet tea-lovin’ singer/songwriter recently relocated to Dothan, ala. Originally from Columbia (and a Mizzou alum), Clay Cumbie’s love for all things music began at a young age and

blossomed into a country singing career. Cumbie has had the opportunity to travel all over the country and has shared the stage with popular country artists such as luke Bryan and the Zac Brown Band. When he’s not playing gigs or writing new songs, Clay likes to play golf, snowboard and spend time with his friends and family. www.reverbnation.com/claycumbiesIlver: Tom andes,www.music.missouri.edu/faculty/andesbronze: ruth acuff,www.ruthacuff.bandcamp.com

LOCAL BANDgold: Blues, r&B, classic rock, big band, jazz and soul music … the Norm Ruebling Band can play it all. You’ll find this rockin’ band at just about every important event in town — including the Best of Columbia party on april 17. www.normrueblingband.comsIlver: Man in The ring, www.maninthering.combronze: The Hooten Hallers, www.thehootenhallers.com

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ULTIMATE VOLUNTEERgold: Cindy Mustard, Voluntary Action Center, Mustard Seed Fair TradesIlver: Chuck Everitt, Tiger Quarterback Club, Columbia Youth Football League, Columbia Chamber of Commercebronze: Michele Spry, Columbia Chamber of Commerce, Women’s Network, Midway Heights Elementary School Partnership

LOCAL BLOGGERMike Martin,www.columbiaheartbeat.comsIlver: Scott rowson, www.showmeeats.wordpress.combronze: Kate Canterbury, www.theguavaliciouslife.com

LOCAL COACHgold: after a victory over Oklahoma State University in the 2014 Cotton Bowl, Missouri Tigers head football coach Gary Pinkel is now the winningest coach in Mizzou history. With a recent contract extension (for a cool $3.1 million per year, no less), pinkel is here to stay at least through Dec. 31, 2020. sIlver: Wayne Kreklow, Mizzou women’s volleyballbronze: Frank Haith, Mizzou men’s basketball

LOCAL ATHLETEgold: Carl Edwards, naSCar,www.carledwards.comsIlver: Henry Josey,Mizzou football,@I_AM_HJOSEY20bronze: Molly Kreklow, Mizzou volleyball,@kreklow1

LOCAL AUTHORgold: Michele Spry, Tom T’s Hat RacksIlver: William least Heat-Moon, Blue Highways; Prairyerth; River-Horse; Columbus In The Americas; Roads to Quoz; Here, There, Elsewhere; Writing Blue Highways bronze: laura McHugh,The Weight of Blood

gold: as everyone’s favorite morning DJ duo, you can count on Clear 99’s Scotty & Cara to bring you the best country jams for your morning commute. according to Scotty, the pair’s favorite part of hosting the show on KClr-FM 99.3 is that they get to do something different every day — or at least, every week. Scotty says he also loves that he and Cara have the ability to support different charities around town through their work. sIlver: Simon rose, KBXR-FM 102.3/KFRU-AM 1400bronze: Cosmo & Whitney, Y107 KTXY-FM 106.9

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The artichoke is a species of the thistle plant. The flower buds, what we recognize as artichokes, are harvested before blooming and are prized for their meaty, succulent flesh. The vegetable boasts some of the highest levels of antioxidant of any edible plant. it’s also high in fiber, folic acid, vitamin C and a slew of minerals. Once the flower buds have bloomed, “choke” becomes the operative term for the coarse, nearly inedible plant that results from that transformation. artichokes that grow wild are called cardoons and come from the Mediterranean region.— dennis clay


chef ’s secrets l by DennIS clay

Have No Fearartichokes can be a versatile addition to your cooking repertoire.

Dennis Clay is the executive chef at Inside Columbia’s Culinary Adventures. Learn more about Chef Clay and upcoming Culinary Adventures classes at www.CoMoCulinaryAdventures.com.

the process of cooking raw artichokes can be daunting to some people, leaving the canned variety as the only option to explore this great vegetable. at home, i usually take the whole raw globe artichoke and boil it, uncovered, in salted, acidified

water. The lemon juice and salt in the water will prevent oxidation and enzymatic browning. You may enjoy the leaves and even the stem of the cooked artichoke with simple butter, lemon juice and kosher salt or some hollandaise, aioli or plain hot sauce.

artichokes have a wide variety of uses, restricted only by the bounds of our imagination. They are great on flatbreads or blended into sauces and dips; they can add a meaty texture to soups and many more. Vegetarians and vegans enjoy the light texture artichokes add to vegetable patties. The recipe on the next page is completely vegan. it works great as an appetizer or as a main course. The lentil cake is hearty enough to be served on a bun and dainty enough to be formed into mini cakes for a passed appetizer.


LENTIL CAKES WITh ARTIChOKE REMOULADE

lentil cakes2 cups red lentils, cooked to well-done

and cooled1 tablespoon minced garlic2 teaspoons minced shallot2 tablespoons dijon mustard2 tablespoons chopped parsley1 teaspoon dry basil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon white pepper½ cup Panko bread crumbs, plus more

for dustingPeanut oil for frying

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. in a large mixing bowl, combine thoroughly all ingredients except oil. once incorporated, the mass should be moist but compact enough to form balls. make 8 uniform patties and coat the outsides with additional panko. Refrigerate the patties for 15 minutes.

meanwhile, heat a flat-bottom sauté pan on medium-high. When hot, add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. once the oil is hot, sear the cakes on both sides but do not burn them. Transfer the cakes to a baking pan and bake them for an additional 10 minutes. serve hot with the remoulade.

artichoke remoulade½ block soft tofu¼ cup lemon juice2 teaspoons ketchup2 tablespoons dijon mustard2 teaspoons braggs seasoning1 tablespoon capers1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon paprika3 tablespoons chopped parsley½ cup olive oil1 can chopped artichokes, drained well

and excess water squeezed outsalt to taste

in a food processor, puree the tofu, lemon juice, ketchup, dijon, braggs, capers, onion & garlic powders, paprika and parsley to form a smooth paste. With the machine running, slowly incorporate the olive oil. Take out of the processor and place in a bowl. With a large spoon, fold in the artichokes and season with salt.


cooking with brook l by fooD eDItor brook harlanflavor

So Far, Tso Goodthis new york-born chinese dish has become an american favorite.

➻ the fillerGeneral Tso’s chicken is usually served over rice, but a bed of noodles, fried rice or vegetables could also accompany it. There aren’t a lot of vegetables mixed into the dish. Garlic and ginger help flavor it, but disappear from sight during the cooking. Green onions add a bit of color and flavor, but don’t overcrowd the dish. Try picking your favorite vegetables and cooking them separately to serve alongside the chicken.

➻ the saucesweet, sour, salty and spicy — all the four main tastes are covered. There are many different variations using dark soy sauce to oyster sauce. you can use whatever you have at home, but keep in mind these four tastes. The sauce must also be thick enough to coat the fried meat, easily achieved with a simple starch such as corn or potato starch. Whisk the starch into the cold liquid in the proper amount; when heated (close to the boiling point), it gelatinizes and thickens the liquid.

Sweet: sugar is the easiest component to pick out to represent this taste. Keep oyster and hoisin sauce in mind as they have a different flavor.

Sour: Rice vinegar may be the best-known vinegar with an asian profile, but black vinegar, coconut vinegar and sugar cane vinegar also work great in the dish.

Salty: Traditional soy sauce is the most common way to fill in the salty flavor profile, although fish sauce, dark soy and mushroom soy sauce also fit the bill.

hot: small, dried red chilies seem to be plentiful in most asian markets, but try using what you have on hand. a dash of cayenne pepper, sriracha, garlic chili paste, even a little Frank’s hot sauce may do the trick.

➻ the breadingTypical breading for most dishes consists of flour, bread crumbs or cornmeal. The major component in General Tso breading is cornstarch. The cornstarch breading results in a much crispier fried exterior that will not absorb the sauce as quickly, keeping the chicken crispier for longer. make sure you keep one hand wet and one hand dry while breading to prevent your hand from becoming breaded as well.

general Tso’s Chicken (aka Tsao’s) is one of my most favorite “Chinese” dishes, but you won’t find it in China. The dish is thought to have originated in the early 1970s in new York, created by peng Chang-kuei, a Chinese chef from the Hunan province in China.

The original dish was based on traditional Hunan flavors — hot, sour and salty. later, he decided to sweeten the dish to appeal to the american palate and it became wildly popular. The dish is named after Tso Tsung-t’ang (also translated as Zuo Zongtang), a historic Hunan general in the 1800s.


BrooK harlan is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y.He is a culinary arts instructor at the Columbia Area Career Center.

general tso’s chickenserves 3 to 4

4 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 egg2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons rice vinegarsalt and pepper as needed¼ cup all-purpose flour¾ cup cornstarchsauce base (recipe follows)1 tablespoon dark sesame or

chili oil2 to 3 bird chili peppers (may

substitute ⅛ teaspoon cayenne)

2 tablespoons minced ginger1 tablespoon minced garlic3 to 4 green onions, thinly sliced1 tablespoon sesame seeds

(optional)

Sauce Base3 ounces water or chicken stock 3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons rice vinegar2 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoon dark sesame oil1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional)

Combine the chicken pieces with the soy sauce, vinegar, salt, pepper and egg. Mix flour and cornstarch together and lightly coat each piece of chicken. Fry at 365 degrees until the internal temperature is 165 degrees; reserve fried chicken pieces in a pan with paper towels to drain.

In a separate bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the sauce base and reserve.

heat sesame oil in a wok or sauté pan over medium-high heat. sauté chilies, ginger and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes until aromatic; add the green onions. add the sauce base to the pan and stir constantly while bringing to a simmer. once the liquid thickens, season to taste and add fried chicken pieces. toss chicken with sauce to coat, and sprinkle with sesame seeds as desired. serve with rice and vegetables.

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dining out l by nIcole enoflavor

Then & Nowflat branch Pub & brewing celebrates 20 years of crowd-pleasing fare.

in the late 1980s and early ’90s, Columbia was noticeably devoid of brewpubs and local beers. Then, along came Tom Smith. a St. louis native, Smith came to Columbia to attend the University of Missouri,

then worked in California briefly before settling back in Collegetown, USa. a frequent visitor to Colorado, Smith began to notice and appreciate the small pubs there that brewed their own beer. He also noticed a lack of such establishments in Columbia.

Many success stories begin with some fortunate networking, and in Smith’s case, support came through a friend of a friend who was interested in bringing

the brewpub business to mid-Missouri.a Colorado brewpub called CooperSmith’s pub & Brewing was interested in expanding this type of eatery, and offered help to give craft-brewed beer a home in Columbia. although CooperSmith’s helped Flat Branch get on its feet, once the pub opened, the fledgling business was on its own.

“CooperSmith’s pub & Brewing helped write a business plan, and they agreed to partner with us,” Smith says. “The deal happened in 1992, and we opened in april of 1994.”

On april 18, 1994, Flat Branch pub & Brewing opened its doors. From the get-go, Smith had his work cut out for

him. The restaurant was one of the first businesses to open in a mostly run-down corner of The District, but as more busi-nesses moved in, the area came to life. The brewpub’s building was a former car dealership built in 1927.

“We liked it because it was kind of upscale industrial,” Smith says. “But one of the first things we had to do was power wash 50 years of car exhaust off the ceiling.”

Smith latched onto some traits early on to make Flat Branch stand out. For starters, the restaurant brews its own beer. “We approach the whole menu like we do the beer,” Smith says. “We make almost everything ourselves.”

Flat branch is home to local favorites such

as chokes & cheese, brick-

oven pizzas and a variety of house-

brewed beers.


The hearty comfort food, high level of service, and welcoming atmosphere make Flat Branch a popular destina-tion for any Columbia demographic.

“You can walk in and see young professionals sitting next to seniors sitting next to families with small children,” Smith says. “We get a little bit of everybody.”

although the business is currently flourishing, Smith says he was quite inexperienced in the hospitality business when the pub first opened. “When we opened, the only food service experience i had was from delivering pizza in college,” he says.

The Flat Branch of today compared to the Flat Branch of 20 years ago shows practice makes perfect, Smith says. “it took a few years to find our groove, but we’ve got 20 years’ experience behind us now,” he says. “Everything we have on the menu is there because people like it and it sells.”

This customer-centric philosophy has helped Flat Branch maintain its position as a Columbia hotspot. and the future doesn’t look much different for the pub. Smith says he plans to continue delivering great beer, satisfying food and top-notch service.

“When you’ve got a line out the front door six or seven days a week, why mess with that?” he says.

although the food-service formula works, Smith is still looking for subtle ways to evolve. The restaurant is making a conscious effort to be greener and more energy-efficient, and is currently working with the University of Missouri to implement a composting program.

“at the end of the day, you have to have a convincing argument for why someone should spend money in your establishment,” he says. “You just have to listen to your guests.”

“We approach the menu like we do the beer. We make almost everything ourselves.” — Tom Smith


Make a place for pinot noir on your easter table. this delicate red wine complements many menus for spring fêtes. the berry notes and smooth character pair well with this month’s holiday entrées, whether your tradition calls for ham or lamb. but don’t stop there; pinot noir is an elegant accompaniment to grilled salmon, duck, veal, pork tenderloin, spring vegetables and risotto with mushrooms or truffles. here’s a handful of particularly good pinot noirs to try this spring.all are available in Columbia; check with your favorite local wine shop.

Pick A Peck Of PinotPinot noir adds a graceful touch to spring fare.

the wine list l by kathy caSteelflavor

there goes peter

cottontail looking to pair

something with allthat chocolate the

easter bunny brought? Reach for a coupleof missouri wines

to go with thatbasket of treats.

adam Puchta Jazz Berry is the

chocoholic’s go-to. The fruity, sweet

wine with an intense aroma and taste of fresh raspberries

complements just about anything in

your easter basket. served it chilled with chocolate — candy or desserts. it also

pairs well with crème brûlée and custards. For a real treat, pour it over ice cream — chocolate, vanilla,

sorbet — it’s all good.

For those with more “adult tastes,” adam

Puchta signature Port complements fine dark chocolate quite nicely. Rich,

fruity characteristics balance with a

smooth and supple ripeness for an elegant

accompaniment any time of year.

A by Acacia Pinot Noir is an approachable wine from California’s Central Coast. layered aromas and flavors of cherry, raspberry and plum carry a bit of toasty oak spice to a long finish.

Acacia’s Carneros Pinot Noir is the winery’s upscale product from grapes grown in acacia’s home vineyards in the Carneros region of napa. it is a silky smooth wine with lush flavors of Bing cherry and plum, accented by undertones of cinnamon and vanilla.

Adelsheim produces an “Oregon style” pinot noir from estate grapes in the Willamette Valley. Cherry, pomegranate and raspberry, with traces of nutmeg and cinnamon, dominate in this typical cool-climate pinot.

another Oregon pinot noir, from Erath, is a fruit-forward, ready-to-drink wine with a bright, fresh taste. Sourced from vineyards all over the state, the blend of cherry and cranberry flavors finishes with a touch of vanilla.

Castle rock offers a choice of styles in its pinot noir.The Central Coast appellation provides a longer growing season that produces riper grapes with more depth in their flavor profile. Castle Rock’s Central Coast Pinot Noir offers up a taste of black cherry, plum and spice notes, mild tannins and a smooth finish.

Castle Rock’s Carneros Pinot Noir is a velvety mélange of black cherries and sweet vanilla with a hint of cinnamon and floral notes.

Gary Farrell Russian River Valley Pinot Noir combines wild berry, cherry, pomegranate and plum flavors with traces of zesty ginger and tangerine. Velvety tannins balance with crisp acidity for a vibrant tasting experience.

Greg Norman Estates Santa Barbara Pinot Noiris another Central Coast wine. Juicy flavors of raspberry and cherry balance with vanilla notes and a touch of cardamom.

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I t’s hard to believe we are already starting the second quarter of 2014. But at Joe Machens Dealerships, we are all excited for what April brings

— the birds are back, ballparks are open again and, of course, beautiful weather. It is just a great time to live and work in mid-Missouri.

April also begins a busy time for community events. We are pleased to sponsor the Women’s Network Athena Awards banquet on April 10 and the Columbia Daily Tribune’s Hero Awards on the 14th. Earth Day is Tuesday the 22nd and Joe Machens will again be participating out at State Farm. Earth Day is also a perfect time to stop by one of our stores to see how we can help you travel greener. Today’s hybrid technology is quite impressive.

Prefer to stay with an all-gas engine? Then you must check out the all-new 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage, our cover feature. It’s a small car that’s big on fun and standard features, plus … up to 44 mpg! The Mirage is the highest ranked nonhybrid car on GreenCar.org’s prestigious “Greenest Vehicles” list. Read more about it on Page M9 and take one for a spin today at Joe Machens Automotive Group.

One of our favorite get-togethers of the year is this month, too — the fifth annual Little Black Dress party, Friday, April 25, at our new Joe Machens Toyota Scion facility. A ladies-only event, Little Black Dress helps benefit True North of Columbia, a shelter that provides assistance for victims of domestic and sexual violence. The evening will include music, appetizers, gift bags, raffle items, a silent auction, fashion show and more. It really is a terrific night and we thank you for helping us support this outstanding organization.

And now a reminder: April is National Distracted Driving Month. We hope you and your loved ones will pledge to always keep your eyes on the road and travel safe. After all, one text or call could wreck it all.

A big congratulations goes out to the men and women at Joe Machens Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. For their outstanding sales performance last year, the store has won a 2013 Pentastar Award. Only 50 dealerships in the entire Midwest were given the honor, so I am very proud of this accomplishment.

As always, I hope you enjoy this month’s issue of Machens Advantage. Feel free to let me know your thoughts. My door is always open.

Gary DrewingPresidentJoe Machens Dealerships

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Scott CalhounMercedes-Benz Sales & Finance ManagerJoe Machens How long have you worked for the Joe Machens Dealerships? I have been with the Joe Machens organization since August 2001, starting with the Ford Truck Center, then on to the Ford main showroom, Toyota-BMW store, BMW and Mercedes stores over the years.

What brought you to Columbia? I came to Columbia in 2001 as my wife, Sarah, attended medical school here at MU. We both grew to love the town and felt it was a great place to raise a family — so we decided to stay! Sarah is now a family physician with University Physicians.

What do you like to do for fun? I have many recreational interests, including boating with the family at Lake of the Ozarks (when seasonally appropriate, of course), autocross and road racing (there are never enough opportunities for that!), and I love to cook.

Accomplishment you are most proud of: By far, I am most proud of my two awesome kids. Our daughter, Claire, turns 8 soon and is quite the budding pianist, a Girl Scout Brownie, and she loves dance and soccer. Our son, Anders, is 3 and full of energy! He is as inquisitive as his big sister and loves being involved in every activity possible.

You’d never guess that I … do not even own a “normal” necktie. OK, most folks who know me would figure that out. Most do not know I have a degree in psychology from Truman State University and that I grew up on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Why I’m proud to be affiliated with the Joe Machens Dealerships: The Machens heritage of commitment to customers and community service is truly second to none. I am proud to uphold that promise every day in everything that I do. The long-standing Mercedes-Benz philosophy is “The Best or Nothing” — I am proud to say this is the Machens way as well.

Your first car: You may need to look this one up: a 1989 Merkur Scorpio. It was essentially a German-made Ford, and in hindsight, is fitting (given my love for German cars and starting my career at the Ford store)!

George MadisonSales ManagerJoe Machens Hyundai How long have you worked for the Joe Machens Dealerships? A little more than three years; I was working for Estes Hyundai when Machens purchased the dealership in December 2010.

What brought you to Columbia? My father and his partner were in the orange juice business. We moved here from Houston, Texas, in 1960. He ran the Vita-Fresh Orange Juice plant located on East Walnut Street, near Stephens Lake. I was only 6 years old at the time but remember many changes that Columbia has undergone. At that time, Columbia’s population was only about 23,000. Everyone left the keys in the car and never locked their house. Interstate 70 had not come through Columbia yet; there wasn’t even a restaurant fancy enough to have carpet on the floor. I remember my dad telling friends in Houston, they only have three seasons here: July, August and winter.

What do you like to do for fun? I have a Harley-Davidson Road King. Riding is relaxing and a lot of fun. I had several motorcycles growing up and even raced them at one time. Of course, I healed a lot faster back then.

Accomplishment you are most proud of: I am most proud of the relationship I had with my parents. They were my parents, but also my best friends. I lost my mom to cancer in 2002; she lived in Texas, and we talked on the phone several times a week up until that time. My dad lived in Florida until he died in October 2012. I used to call him for advice on almost every big decision I made. Then one day I realized that it had changed and he was calling me for advice.

You’d never guess that … water skiing has always been my sport. I can ski frontward, backward, shoe skis, barefoot — you name it. If it floats, I can ski on it.

Why I’m proud to be affiliated with the Joe Machens Dealerships: When I worked for Larry Estes, he was always concerned with taking care of the customer. You do what’s right and keep our customers happy. When Machens bought us, I was unsure of how they would handle situations concerning customer satisfaction. I was pleased when I found out that Gary Drewing is Larry Estes on steroids when it comes to taking care of customers. I was even more impressed when I found he feels the same about his employees.

Your first car: My first vehicle was a 1968 Honda 160cc motorcycle. It was the only transportation I had, and I rode it year-round.

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Test Drive: 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage

W hat better way to celebrate Earth Day than to test-drive the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage? This sub-compact is generous when it comes to interior space and style, but it’s a miser at the gas pump

with EPA-estimated fuel economy of 37 mpg in the city and a whopping 44 mpg on the highway. In fact, the Mirage was the only gasoline-powered, nonhybrid vehicle to crack the top 10 on the list of “greenest” vehicles for 2014 compiled by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy.

Mitsubishi has put an emphasis on making the Mirage a fun car to own and drive, starting with a rainbow of exterior color options. Even the base model, the DE, includes standard features that would be options on other cars in the Mirage’s class, such as a rear spoiler, power windows and locks, and keyless entry. An upgrade to the ES adds some deluxe features that include cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with built-in audio controls, Bluetooth connectivity and sophisticated metallic interior accents.

Despite the overly optimistic 140 miles per hour printed on the far right of the speedometer, the Mirage’s 1.2-liter, three-cylinder

engine and 75 horsepower isn’t going to set any land speed records. And that’s OK. This is primarily a city car, ideal for the daily commute to work and trips around the metro.

Feel free to invite some friends along on those trips, because despite its size and efficiency, the Mirage comfortably seats five with plentiful headroom and legroom, even for the backseat passengers.

The Mirage is nimble, particularly in tight turns, and the easy steering made maneuvering through traffic a nearly effortless task. The test model featured automatic transmission, but both trim levels offer a manual option for drivers who like to maintain that sense of control.

Mitsubishi engineers put a lot of effort into making this small car as safe as possible, so the Mirage comes standard with four-wheel antilock brakes, front and side airbags, and a driver knee airbag.

With the Mitsubishi Mirage, you can feel good about making a smaller ecological footprint and have a whole lot of fun while doing it.

STICKER STATS: FUEL ECONOMY ON TEST MODEL: 37 CITY/44 HIGHWAY | STICKER PRICE ON TEST MODEL: $15,990; STARTING MSRP: $12,995

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Car Care

A pril is National Car Care Month and a great time to spring into action and follow 10 basic maintenance procedures to make sure your vehicle is running at

peak performance for the summer driving season.

✔ Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant.

✔ Check the hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear.

✔ Check the battery and replace if necessary. Make sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free.

✔ Check the brake system annually and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change.

✔ Inspect the exhaust system for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. Exhaust leaks can be dangerous and must be corrected without delay.

✔ Schedule a tuneup to help the engine deliver the best balance of power and fuel economy, and produce the lowest level of emissions.

✔ Check the heating, ventilating and air conditioning system, as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for interior comfort and for safety reasons such as defrosting.

✔ Inspect the steering and suspension system annually, including shock absorbers, struts and chassis parts such as ball joints, tie-rod ends and other related components.

✔ Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Be sure to examine tires for bulges and bald spots as well.

✔ Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. Make sure all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation.

“A thorough vehicle inspection this spring can help keep your car safe and dependable and help you avoid much higher costs down the road in the form of more extensive repairs or lost resale value,” says Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council.

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Top Minivans For 2014

Q: Soon it will be vacation time for us, which also means it’s

new minivan time. What are the most popular these days?

A: According to U.S. News & World Report’s recent survey of top automotive experts — and based on everything from price and safety to looks, features and reliability — these five 2014 minivans would be great fits for your family, and they’re all available at a Joe Machens dealership:• Dodge Grand Caravan• Chrysler Town & Country• Mazda5• Nissan Quest• Toyota SiennaBMW’s Electrifying i3

Q:What is the i3 from BMW?

A: The i3 is the first fully electric BMW vehicle. A visionary concept constructed from the ground up utilizing primarily lightweight carbon fiber, the BMW i3 has a 110-pound electric motor that deliv-ers 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. It is electrified by a 22-kilowatt lithium-ion battery that provides for 80 to 100 miles of emission-free driving and offers an interior space comparable to the legendary BMW 3 Series on a shorter overall body. Ideally suited for driving in urban areas, the i3, with its short turning circle and relatively long wheelbase, is both agile and engaging. You can learn more about this remarkable vehicle at Joe Machens BMW.

Visionary Vehicles

Q:What is a “concept car”?

A: Creating a new vehicle is an arduous task. An automaker spends years developing the design, features and engine, and then will eventually put these ideas together in a custom-made prototype or concept car. It’s a chance to see what the pub-lic and media think of the vehicle, before decid-ing whether or not it will make it into actual production.

What’s In A Name?

Q:How does Ford name its vehicles?

A: Key members of Ford Motor Company’s global mar-keting team, advertising agency and senior manage-ment hold several rounds of brainstorming sessions during the naming process. One session even involves customers. They do this not only for vehicles, but for new technologies as well, such as SYNC and Eco-Boost. The goal is to deliver a name that is easy to say, memorable and communicates the right message. For example, Explorer conveys a can-do attitude and says that the vehicle can handle whatever you throw at it. In the end, it’s the product that makes the name a suc-cess, or even an icon, such as the magic of “Mustang.”



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T he vehicle that set the standard for beauty and elegance in the full-size luxury sport utility ve-

hicle segment is raising the bar.Lincoln Navigator arrives for the

2015 model year with a freshly designed exterior, significantly updated interior and all of the spaciousness that made it a segment leader when it was introduced in the summer of 1997. Full-size luxury SUV drivers have long gravitated toward its upscale elegance, and the 2015 Navigator delivers more.

“From a design standpoint, the new Navigator is more of what Lincoln customers want in a full-size luxury SUV,” says Jim Grake, Lincoln exterior designer. “In addition to the

substantial design changes, the new vehicle preserves the qualities that made Navigator great.”

The front end is more rounded, its split-wing grille in line with new Lincoln design DNA. The front end features bifunctional high-intensity discharge adaptive headlamps with light-emitting diode signature accents.

The vehicle also features a more refined rear end, with a power up/down tailgate and jewel-like LED tail lamps that extend the width of the vehicle — another design element that aligns the 2015 Navigator with new Lincoln design DNA. Other accents such as newly designed chrome-tipped exhaust pipe and puddle lamps add elegance.

Navigator comes with 20-inch aluminum wheels. Reserve Package models offer 22-inch, polished aluminum wheels, as well as optional power moonroof and chrome-accented running boards.

The changes give Navigator a refreshed presence as interior enhancements provide significant benefits for driver and passengers. The standard-equipped Navigator offers first- and second-row leather seats, heated and cooled front-row seats, and heated second-row seats. Also standard is the new Lincoln steering wheel, wrapped in supple Wollsdorf leather with Euro stitching and providing enhanced driver feel.

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T he editors of Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new and used car information, have

selected three Toyota vehicles for their five-year “Cost to Own” award.

The Toyota Corolla tops the compact car category, and the Toyota Prius c won the hybrid/alternative energy category. The Tacoma regular cab took top honors among midsize pickup trucks. These awards are based on Kelley Blue Book’s cost-to-own data for new cars for the initial five-year ownership period.

Depreciation (loss of value) and fuel costs may be the greatest expenses incurred in owning a vehicle, yet other factors can have a significant impact on a consumer’s pocketbook — including finance and insurance fees, maintenance and repair costs, and state fees for new models.

Available on www.kbb.com, the Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own information is developed using Kelley Blue Book Residual Values. Kelley Blue

Book calculates total ownership costs for new vehicles by applying a sophisticated valuation methodology along with critical financial data from third-party providers.

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F rom Herbie in the ’60s flick “The Love Bug” to the star of the Volkswagen Game Day ad of

2013, the Volkswagen Beetle has been a fixture in American pop culture — as well as the iconic nameplate in the VW product line — for decades. Actually, it’s been 65 years.

In 2014, Beetle celebrates 65 years since its arrival as a Volkswagen “Type 1” in New York City, marking the first time that VW vehicles were sold in the United States. Its success led to the establishment of the first Volkswagen of America headquarters six years later.

Over the subsequent six decades, Volkswagen grew from selling two Beetle models in the U.S. market to a brand that offers 11 different models sold by nearly 650 dealers.

One of the key factors in the Beetle’s success was an iconic advertising campaign by the ad agency DDB, which played up Volkswagen’s uniqueness. Ads that poked fun at their very subject — “Think Small,” “Lemon”

and “Impossible” — helped propel the Beetle to the No. 1 import automobile in America. The company sold the last “Type 1” Beetle in 1977, although millions of “Bugs” remained on American roadways.

In 1998, Volkswagen gave a new generation of fans the opportunity to buy brand-new Beetles. The “New Beetle” paid homage to its predecessor with revisions — its engine was mounted in

the front rather than the rear and was water-cooled rather than air-cooled.

Redesigned for just the second time in its history, the third-generation Beetle entered the U.S. market in 2011, outfitted with sleeker styling, more powerful and fuel-efficient engines, and surer handling than Beetle buyers of the ’60s would have recognized. This new Beetle sold more than 43,000 units in the United States in 2013.

Happy 65th U.S. Birthday, Volkswagen Beetle!



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Community

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Tim Jenkins, good Samaritan

Dennis Carter (right) with participants

and a BMW representative

Drive For GoldThanks to everyone who participated in the recent Drive For Team USA event at Joe Machens BMW. Guests enjoyed food, beverages and BMW gifts. And for every test drive taken, a donation was made to support our nation’s Olympic athletes.

Chief AppearanceAnother former Kansas City

Chiefs star paid a visit to Joe Machens Dealerships. In February, running back Christian Okoye, the Nigerian

Nightmare, stopped by Machens Vandiver to visit with fans, take photos, sign autographs and help hand out prizes.

Hyundai To The RescueKudos to Tim Jenkins, a service technician at Joe Machens Hyundai, for lending a helping hand to a stranger during one of Columbia’s snowstorms. Tim came upon Kristen Fritschie’s vehicle stuck on the side of the road and stopped to assist. After Tim got her going, Kristen wrote: “It just goes to show you that there are good people out there. You have a very caring and thoughtful person on your staff.”

United In CaringJoe Machens Capital City

Ford Lincoln was recognized as the Outstanding Pacesetter for the dealership’s increased contributions to the United

Way of Central Missouri. Rusty Drewing and staff

members accepted the honor at the annual meeting and

appreciation luncheon.

Christian signing memorabilia at Machens Vandiver

Chiefs standout Christian Okoye

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In Your Words

Happiness...iS a NeW VeHiCLe From Joe maCHeNS

“I had quite a day at Joe Machens Automotive Group, and salesman Shannon Nelson made it happen. First, a great deal on a vehicle, then I won a 32-inch television on the prize wheel!”

— Charlene Koop

It was a great day at Joe Machens as Mr. & Mrs. Dan McLaughlin took delivery of a 2013 Mercedes-Benz E350 convertible from sales representative Gregg Woods.

“To Will Enyard, Joe Machens Nissan: Thank you so much

for your hard work. We are so excited about our 2014 Sentra,

and very much appreciate all you did. We will definitely be

referring business to you. Thanks for taking such good care of us.”

— Pete & Danielle Newstrom

“This was my best car-buying experience ever! Wesley Earl at Joe Machens Hyundai made it so easy. I love my new ride! Thank you, Wesley.”

— Chandal Moore

“Simply a great time dealing with Brian Neuner and all of the friendly, knowledgeable people at Joe Machens BMW. I won’t drive anything else.”

— Steve & Jen Bohlken

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lll AmericAn44 Stone Public House $-$$$ 3910 Peachtree Drive, Suite H573-443-2726Hours: 11 am–10 pm Tues–Thurs, 11 am–midnight Fri–Sat, 10:30 am–9 pm Sun

63 Diner $ 5801 Highway 763 N.573-443-2331 www.63diner.com Hours: 11 am–9 pm Tues–Sat, Closed Sun–Mon

Abigail’s $$–$$$$ (206 Central St., Rocheport573-698-3000Hours: 11 am–2 pm, 5 pm–last party leaves Wed–Sun, Closed Mon–Tues

Addison’s $–$$$ ((except Fri–Sat) y _ 709 Cherry St.573-256-1995www.addisonssophias.com/addisonsHours: 11 am–midnight Mon–Sat (bar until 1), 11 am–11 pm Sun (bar until midnight)

Cat’s Kitchen $1502 Paris Road 573-443-0991 Hours: 6 am–2pm Mon–Thurs, 6am–8 pm Fri, 6am–11 am Sat, Closed Sun

Cattle Drive $–$$7 N. Sixth St.573-817-2000Hours: 4 pm–midnight Mon–Thurs, 11 am–midnight Fri-Sun

Claire’s Café $595 N. Route B, Hallsville 573-696-2900Hours: 6 am–8pm Mon–Sat, 7 am–2pm Sun

Coley’s AmericanBistro $–$$$( y _ 15 S. Sixth St.573-442-8887coleysamericanbistro.com Hours: 11 am–2 pm and 4–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–2 pm and 4–11 pm Fri, 11 am–11 pm Sat, 4–9 pm Sun

Columbia StarDinner Train$$$$ ( 6501 N. Brown Station Road 573-474-2223 www.dinnertrain.com Hours: Departure at 7 pm Fri–Sat, Departure at 11:30 am SunReservations must be made3 days prior to departure.

D. Rowe’s $-$$$_ ((6+)1005 Club Village Drive573-443-8004www.drowesrestaurant.comHours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–9 pm Sun (bar until 1:30 am)

Flat BranchPub & Brewing$-$$$ _ 115 S. Fifth St.573-499-0400www.flatbranch.comHours: 11 am–midnight daily

g&D Steak House$-$$$ 2001 W. Worley St.573-445-3504Hours: 11 am–9 pm daily

The Heidelberg$–$$ _ 410 S. Ninth St.573-449-6927www.theheidelberg.comHours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Sat, 10 am–midnight Sun

Houlihan’s $-$$2541 Broadway Bluffs Drive 573-815-7210 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–10 pm Sun

Jersey Dogs $5695 Clark Lane, Suite P 573-355-4106 www.twitter.com/JdogsDogs Hours: 10 am–3 pm Mon–Tues, Thurs–Fri, 10 am–5 pm Sat, Closed Wed & Sun Jimmy’s Family Steakhouse $-$$$ _3101 S. Providence Road573-443-1796Hours: 11 am–9 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–9:30 pm Fri–Sat Mad Cow $ _ 503 E. Nifong Blvd.(Rock Bridge Shopping Center) 573-214-0393www.madcowcomo.comHours: 10 am–9 pm daily

Mugs up Drive-in $ 603 Orange St.573-443-7238

Hours: 11 am–8 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–9 pm Fri– Sat, Closed Sun, Closed Nov–Feb

Murry’s $-$$$ 3107 Green Meadows Way573-442-4969www.murrysrestaurant.netHours: 11 am–midnight Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

Tellers gallery and Bar $$–$$$$ y 820 E. Broadway573-441-8355Hours: 11 am–12:30 am Mon–Sat (bar until 1:30 am), Closed Sun

Trailside Cafe& Bike Shop $ 700 First St., Rocheport573-698-2702www.trailsidecafebike.comHours: 9 am–6 pm Mon–Tues, Closed Wed, 9 am–7 pm Thurs–Fri, 8 am– 7 pm Sat,9 am–7 pm Sun

lll ASiAnABC Chinese Cuisine $3510 I-70 Drive S.E. 573-443-3535 Hours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–10 pm Fri–Sat

Bamboo Terrace $$3101 W. Broadway 573-886-5555 Hours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–10 pm Fri–Sat

Bangkok gardens$–$$ _y811 Cherry St.573-874-3284

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www.bangkokgardens.comHours: 11 am–2 pm Mon- Sat, 5 pm–8:30 pm Mon–Thurs,5 pm–9:30pm Fri–Sat, Closed Sun

Chim’s Thai Kitchen $ www.letseat.at/ChimsThaiKitchen 3907 Peachtree Drive 573-777-8626 Hours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–10 pm Fri–Sat 11505 Smith Hatchery Road (Cooper’s Landing) 509-295-3810 Hours: 4 pm–10 pm Wed–Fri, Noon–10 pm Sat, Noon–9 pm Sun, Closed Nov–Mar 201 N. 10th St.573-355-9590Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–9 pm Sun

Chopsticks $ _1705 N. Providence Road573-886-9005Hours: 10 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 10 am–11 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–10 pm Sun

Formosa $913A E. Broadway573-449-3339Hours: 10 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 10 am–11 pm Fri-Sat

geisha Sushi Bar804 E. Broadway 573-777-9997 Hours: 11 am–2 pm lunch Mon–Sat, 5 pm–9:30 pm dinner Mon–Thurs,5 pm–10:30 pm dinner Fri–Sat, Closed Sun

House of Chow $-$$ y2101 W. Broadway573-445-8800Hours: 11 am–2 pm and 4:30 pm–9 pm Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

HuHotMongolian grill$–$$ _ 3802 Buttonwood Drive573-874-2000www.huhot.comHours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–10 pm Fri–Sat

Jina Yoo’s Asian Bistro $-$$$$ y (2200 Forum Blvd.573-446-5462www.jinayoo.comHours: 11 am–2 pm and5 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Thurs,11 am–2 pm and 5 pm–10 pm Fri, 5 pm–10 pm Sat, 5 pm–8:30 pm Sun

Jingo $-$$ 1201 E. Broadway573-874-2530Hours: 11 am–11 pm Mon–Tues, 11 am–2 am Wed-Sat, 11:30 am-10:30 pm Sun

Kampai Sushi Bar907 Alley A573-442-2239www.kampaialley.comHours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon-Fri, 5 pm–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 5 pm–11 pm Fri–Sat,5 pm–9 pm Sun

Kui Korean BBQ $$22 N. Ninth St. 573-442-7888 www.kuibbq.com Hours: 11am–2:30 pm, 3:30–9:30 pm Mon–Sat

Osaka Japanese Restaurant Sushi Barand Hibachi Steakhouse$$-$$$ _120 E. Nifong Blvd.

573-875-8588Hours: 11:30 am–2:30 pm Tues–Sat, 5 pm–10 pm Tues–Thurs, 5 pm–10:30 pm Fri–Sat, 5 pm–9:30 pm Sun, Closed Mon

Peking Restaurant $ 212 E. Green Meadows Road573-256-6060Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm Mon–Sat, 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Thurs, 4:30 pm–10 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–3 pm and 4:30 pm–9 pm Sun

Saigon Bistro $ _912 E. Broadway 573-442-9469 Hours: 11 am–7 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–8 pm Fri–Sat, Closed Sun Sake $$ (16 S. 10th St.573-443-7253Hours: 11 am–1:30 am Mon–Sat; Noon–midnight Sun

Thip Thai Cuisine $904 E. Broadway573-442-0852Hours: 11am–2:30 pm,5–10 pm daily

lll bAkery & cAféB&B Bagel Co. $ 124 E. Nifong Blvd.573-442-5857Hours: 6 am–4 pm Mon–Fri, 6 am–3 pm Sat–Sun

BBC ii $220 S. Eighth St. 573-445-1965 www.facebook.com/breadbasketcafe Hours: 10 am–11 pm Mon–Thurs, 10 am–midnight Fri,11 am–midnight Sat, 11 am–9 pm Sun

Blenders:Smoothies + Juices $308 S. Ninth St., Suite 113 573-889-8430 Hours: 7 am–7 pm Mon–Sunwww.blenderscolumbia.com

Café utopia $1013 Walnut St. 573-795-0987 Hours: 10 am–6 pm Tues–Fri, 7 am–3 pm Sat, 7 am–2 pm Sun, Closed Mon

Dande Café $110 Orr St. 573-442-8740 www.dandecafe.com Hours: 7 am–3 pm Mon–Fri, 8 am–3 pm Sat

Hot Box Cookies $1013 E. Broadway 573-777-8777 Hours: Noon–midnight Sun, 11 am–midnight Mon-Tues, 11 am–1:30 am Wed–Thurs, 11 am–2:30 am Fri–Sat

Main Squeezenatural Foods Café& Juice Bar $ 28 S. Ninth St.573-817-5616www.main-squeeze.comHours: 10 am–8 pm Mon–Sat, 10 am–3 pm Sun

uKnead Sweets $808 Cherry St. 573-777-8808 Hours: 9 am–8 pm Mon–Thurs, 9 am–10 pm Fri–Sat, Closed Sun



573-874-0312Hours: 2 pm–1 am Mon–Sat

The Tiger ZouPub & grill $-$$ _ 3200 Penn Terrace,Suite 121573-214-0973Hours: 11:30 am–1 am Mon–Sat, 11:30 am–midnight Sun

Trumans Bar & grill$-$$ _3304 Broadway Business Park Court573-445-1669www.trumansbar.comHours: 6 am–1:30 am Mon–Sat, 9 am–midnight Sun

Willie’s Pub & Pool$ _ 1109 E. Broadway573-499-1800www.williesfieldhouse.comHours: 11 am–1:30 am Mon–Sat, 11 am–midnight Sun

lll bArbecueBuckinghamSmokehouse BBQ$-$$ www.buckinghamsbbq.com 3804 Buttonwood Drive573-499-1490Hours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–10 pm Fri–Sat5614 E. St. Charles Road 573-777-7711 Hours: 11 am–9 pm Mon–Thurs, 11am–10 pm Fri–Sat, Closed Sun

Como Smoke and Fire $–$$4600 Paris Road, Suite 102 573-443-3473 Hours: 11 am–9 am Mon–Thurs, 11 am–midnight Fri–Sat

Lonnie Ray’s Caféand BBQ $-$$$ 81 E. Sexton St.,Harrisburg573-874-0020Hours: 11 am–8 pm Tue–Fri, 8 am–8 pm Sat, Closed Sun–Mon

Lutz’s BBQ $$200 E. Nifong Blvd. 573-636-4227 Hours: 10 am–8 pm Mon-Sat, Closed on Sundays

Ranch House BBQ $1716 Lindberg Drive 573-814-3316 Hours: 7 am–9 pm Mon–Thurs, 7 am–10 pm Fri–Sat, Closed Sun

Rocheport BikeAnd BBQ $ 103 Pike St., Rocheport573-698-3008Hours: 11 am–7 pm Wed–Sun

Shotgun Pete’s BBQ Shack $28 N. Ninth St. 573-442-7878 Hours: 11:30 am–9:30 pm Tues–Thurs, 11:30 am–2 am Fri, Noon–midnight Sat, Closed Sun–Mon

Smokin’ Chick’sBBQ Restaurant$-$$$ _4603 John Garry Drive573-256-6450www.smokinchicksbbq.comHours: Mon–Thurs 11 am–9 pm, 11 am–10 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–8 pm Sun

lll breAkfAST& dinerSBroadway Diner $ 22 S. Fourth St. 573-875-1173 Hours: 4 am–2 pm Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

Café Berlin$ 220 N. 10th St.573-441-0400www.cafeberlinincomo.com Hours: 8 am–2 pm, 5pm–1am Mon–Sat, 8 am–2pm, 5pm–midnight Sun

Ernie’s Café & Steakhouse $ 1005 E. Walnut St.573-874-7804Hours: 6:30 am–2:45 pmdaily

Lucy’s Corner Café $ 522 E. Broadway573-875-1700Hours: 6 am–2 pm Mon–Fri,7 am–1 pm Sat-Sun

lll coffeeCoffee Zone $ 11 N. Ninth St.573-449-8215Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm Mon-Sat, 8 am-9 pm Sun

Dunn Bros. Coffee _ 1412 Forum Blvd.573-446-4122www.dunnbros.comHours: 6 am–8 pm Mon–Fri,7 am–6 pm Sat–Sun

Fretboard Coffee $1013 E. Walnut St. 573-227-2233 www.fretboardcoffee.com Hours: 7 am–3 pm Mon–Fri,8 am–3 pm Sat–Sun

it’ss Coffeeand Yogurt $2300 Bernadette Drive(Columbia Mall)573-256-1077Hours: 10 am–9 pm Mon–Sat, 11 am–6 pm

Kaldi’s Coffeehouse $ www.kaldiscoffee.com29 S. Ninth St.573-874-2566Hours: 6 am–11 pm Mon–Fri, 7 am–11 pm Sat–Sun2902 Forum Blvd., Suite 103573-874-1803 Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm Mon–Fri, 7:30 am–6 pm Sat, 7:30 am–5 pm Sun1400 Forum Blvd. (Schnucks) 573-446-2800 Hours: 6 am–8 pm daily

Lakota Coffee Company $ 24 S. Ninth St.573-874-2852www.lakotacoffee.comHours: 6 am–midnight daily

Lollicup Tea Zone23 S. Ninth St.573-256-19332300 Bernadette Drive(Columbia Mall)573-447-4701www.lollicup.comHours: 10:30 am–10 pm Mon–Sat, 11:30 am–5 pmSun (Ninth Street), 10 am– 9 pm Mon–Sat, 11 am–6 pm Sun (Columbia Mall)

Shortwave Coffee $915 Alley A573-214-0880www.shortwavecoffee.comHours: 7 am–1 pm Mon–Fri, Closed Sat & Sun

lll deliHoss’s Market& Rotisserie $–$$$ 1010A Club Village Drive573-815-9711www.hosssmarket.comHours: 10 am–8 pm Mon–Sat, Closed Sun


The upper Crust Bakery Café & Catering$ _904 Elm St., Suite 108573-874-30333107 Green Meadows Way573-874-4044www.theuppercrust.bizHours: 8 am–3 pm Mon–Sun (Elm Street), 6:30 am–8 pm Mon–Fri, 8 am–8 pm Sat, 8 am–3 pm Sun (Green Meadows)

The uprise Bakery$ _ 10 Hitt St.573-256-2265Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm daily, bar open 5 pm-1 am daily

lll bAr & Grill1839 Taphouse $ _212 E. Green Meadows Drive, Suite 2573-441-1839Hours: 4 pm–1:30 am Mon–Sat, 4 pm–midnight Sun

Bengals Bar & grill $ _227 S. Sixth St.573-875-2337Hours: 11 am–1:30 am, Closed Sun

Billiards on Broadway $ _514 E. Broadway573-449-0116www.billiardsonbroadway.comHours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Sat, Noon–midnight Sun

Booches Billiard Hall $ 110 S. Ninth St.573-874-9519

Hours: 11 am–midnight Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

Broadway Brewery $-$$$816 E. Broadway 573-443-5054 Hours: 5 pm–midnight Mon,11 am–midnight Tues–Sun Cheerleader Pub & grill $–$$ 1400 Cinnamon Hill Lane 573-442-6066 Hours: 11 am–11 pm daily

CJ’s in Tiger Country $ _ 704 E. Broadway573-442-7777www.cjs–hotwings.comHours: 11 am–2 pmand 4 pm–9 pm Tues–Fri,11 am–9 pm Sat, Closed Sun–Mon

D&D Pub and grub $6307 Leupold Court 573-442-7302 www.danddpubgrub.com Hours: 11 am–1:30 am Mon–Sat, 11 am–midnight Sun

DC’s Bar & grill $ _904 Business Loop 70 E.573-256-0111Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 am Mon–Sat

Deuce Pub & Pit$-$$ _ 3700 Monterey Drive573-443-4350Hours: 3 pm–1 am Mon–Wed, 11 am–1 am Thurs-Sat, 11 am-midnight Sun

The Fifth DownBar & grill $_912 Rain Forest Parkway 573-442-8700 Hours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Sat

Harpo’s $ _29 S. 10th St.573-443-5418Hours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Sat, 11 am–midnight Sunwww.harpos.com

international Tap House $308 S. Ninth St. 573-443-1401 www.internationaltaphouse.com Hours: 1pm–1am Mon–Thurs, Noon–1am Fri, 11am–1am Sat, 11am–midnight Sun

KLiK’s $ 205 N. 10th St.573-449-6692Hours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Fri, 4 pm–1 am Sat

Legends Restaurant & Bar $–$$ $$10 W. Nifong Blvd., Suite M 573-441-2211 Hours: 11 am – 10 pm daily

Mcnally’s $ _ 7 N. Sixth St.573-441-1284www.mcnallys.biz/mcnallysHours: 4 pm–1:30 am Mon–Sat

nash Vegas $929 E. Broadway www.facebook.com/NashVegasBar Hours: 4pm–1:15 am Tues–Fri, 12 pm–1:15 am Sat, Closed Sun

ninth Street Public House $ 36 N. Ninth St. 573-777-9782 www.9thstreetpublichouse.com Hours: 3:30 pm–1 am Mon–Fri, noon–1 am Sat, noon–midnight Sun

Pem’s Place $ _ 3919 S. Providence Road 573-447-7070 Hours: 5–9 pm Tues, 5 pm–1 am Fri–Sat

Quinton’s Deli & Bar $ 124 S. Ninth St.573-815-1047Hours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Sat, 10 am–3 pm and5 pm–midnight Sun

SHiLOH BAR & gRiLL$ _ 402 E. Broadway573-875-1800www.shilohbar.comHours: 11 am–1 am Mon–Sat,11 am–midnight SunWith live music, TVs on every wall, a huge outdoor patio, and drink specials every day, Shiloh is always busy, but during football season it’s positively teeming. The menu features house favorites, such as the Shiloh Burger — a beef patty topped with bacon and Swiss.

Sports Zone $-$$$ _ 2200 1-70 Drive S.W.(Holiday Inn Executive Center)573-445-8383Hours: 11 am–midnight daily

Stadium grill1219 Fellows Place (Stadium Boulevard& College Avenue) 573-777-9292 www.stadiumgrillcolumbia.com Hours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–midnight Fri–Sat

Tiger Club $(_1116 Business Loop 70 E.


Lee Street Deli $603 Lee St.573-442-4111www.williesfieldhouse.com/lsdHours: 9 am–7 pm Mon–Fri,1 am–3 am Fri & Sat late-night, 10 am–5 pm Sat–Sun

new Deli $ _3200 Vandiver Drive,Suite 10A573-474-2200Hours: 11 am–8 pm Mon–Sat

new York Deli $1301 Vandiver Drive573-886-3354Hours: 8 am–6:30 pm Mon–Fri, 9 am–3 pm Sat, Closed Sun

Pickleman’s gourmet Café $–$$www.picklemans.com2513 Old 63 S.573-886-2300Hours: 10 am–2 am daily1106 E. Broadway573-875-2400Hours: 10 am–2 am Sun–Wed, 10 am–2:30 am Thurs–Sat3103 W. Broadway,Suite 105 573-875-0400 Hours: 10 am–10 pm

Sub Shop $ www.subshopinc.com573-449-1919209 S. Eighth St.Hours: 8 am–midnight Mon–Fri, 10 am–midnight Sat-Sun2105 W. Worley St.Hours: 10 am–9 pm daily212 Green Meadows RoadHours: 10 am–9 pm daily601 Business Loop 70 W., Suite 203 (Parkade Center) Hours: 8 am–8 pm Mon–Fri

Subzone $916 E. Broadway 573-443-0921 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Sun–Tues, 11 am–2 am Wed–Sat

lll deSSerT& ice creAmCold Stone Creamery904 Elm St., Suite 100573-443-5522www.coldstonecreamery.comHours: Noon–10:30 pm Sun–Thurs, Noon–11 pm Fri–Sat

Encore Wine andDessert Bar $ y _ ( 904 Elm St., Suite 108573-874-3033www.encorewineanddessertbar.comHours: 7 pm–midnight Thurs–Sat

Freddy’s Frozen Custard& Steakburgers $100 Brickton Road573-442-2415Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 10:30 am–11 pm Fri–Sat

Randy’s FrozenCustard $ 3304 W. Broadway Business Park573-446-3071Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm, Mon–Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri-Sat, 11 am–9:30 pm Sun

Sparky’s Homemadeice Cream $ 21 S. Ninth St. 573-443-7400 Hours: 11 am–11 pm daily (March–Dec) Closed Sun–Thurs (Jan–Feb)

lll fine dininGBleu$–$$$$ ( y _811 E. Walnut St. 573-442-8220 www.bleucolumbia.com Hours: 11 am–9 pm Mon,11 am–10 pm Tues–Thurs, 11 am–midnight Fri, 10 am–midnight Sat, 10 am–9 pm Sun

CC’s City Broiler $$$–$$$$ y1401 Forum Blvd.573-445-7772www.ccscitybroiler.comHours: 5 pm–10 pm daily

Chris McD’s Restaurant & Wine Bar$$–$$$$ y ((5+)1400 Forum Blvd. #6573-446-6237www.chrismcds.comHours: 4:30 pm–10 pm Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

Churchill’s $$$$ (2200 I-70 Drive S.W.(Holiday Inn Executive Center)573-445-8531Hours: 5:30 pm–10 pm Tues–Sat

glenn’s Café$$–$$$$ (y _ 29 S. Eighth St.573-875-8888 www.glennscafe.comHours: 10 am–11 pm Mon–Sat, 10:30 am–11 pm Sun

grand CruRestaurant$$–$$$$ ( _ y2600 S. Providence Road573-443-2600Hours: 11 am–late night Mon–Fri, 5 pm–late night Sat, Closed Sun

Jack’s gourmet $$–$$$$ ( y1903 Business Loop 70 E.573-449-3927www.jacksgourmetrestaurant.comHours: 4 pm–10 pm Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

LES BOuRgEOiS BiSTRO$–$$$$ ( y_12847 W. Highway BB, Rocheport573-698-2300www.missouriwine.comHours: 11 am–8 pm Tues-Sat, 11 am–3 pm Sun, Closed MonMar–Oct: 11 am–9 pm Tues–Sat, 11 am–3 pm Sun,Closed MonLes Bourgeois, situated on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River as it winds through a thick grove of trees, can easily claim one of the best views in central Missouri. One of Missouri’s largest wineries, every aspect of production, from the vineyard to the bottle, happens on-site. The famed appetizer every diner must sample is Gorgonzola cheesecake, served warm with basil pesto, tomato coulis and toasted Ellis Bakery bread.

Room 38 Restaurant& Lounge $–$$$y _(38 N. Eighth St.573-449-3838www.room-38.comHours: 11 am–1 am Mon-Sat, Closed Sun



Sophia’s $–$$$ y_(except Fri and Sat)3915 S. Providence Road573-874-8009www.addisonssophias.com/sophiasHours: 11 am–midnight Mon-Sat, 11 am–11 pm Sun

Sycamore$$$ y (800 E. Broadway573-874-8090www.sycamorerestaurant.comHours: 11 am–2 pm Mon–Fri, 5 pm–10 pm Mon–Sat, bar open until 11 pm Mon–Thurs and midnight Fri–Sat, Closed Sun

Trey $$$21 N. Ninth St. 573-777-8654Hours: 11 am–10 pm Tues–Sun

The Wine Cellar & Bistro $$$ ( y 505 Cherry St.573-442-7281www.winecellarbistro.comHours: 11 am–2 pm Mon–Fri, 5–10 pm Mon–Sat,5–9 pm Sun

lllinTernATionAlCafé Poland $ 807 Locust St.573-874-8929Hours: 10:30 am–7:30 pm Mon–Fri

CasablancaMediterranean grill $–$$ _ 501 Elm St. 573-442-4883 www.casablanca-grill.com Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Sat, noon–5 pm Sun

Curries indianTogo Restaurant $2518 Business Loop 70 E.573-355-5357www.currieskitchen.comHours: 4 pm–10 pm Mon–Sun

günter Hans $1020 E. Broadway www.gunterhans.com Hours: 11 am–11 pm Mon–Sat

india’s House $–$$1101 E. Broadway573-817-2009Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm,5 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Sat,5 pm–9 pm Sun

international Café $–$$26 S. Ninth St.573-449-4560Hours: 11 am–9 pm daily

Oasis Mediterranean Cafe $ 2609 E. Broadway 573-442-8727 Hours: 10 am–8 pm Mon–Sat, 12–6 pm Sun

Olive Café $–$$ 21 N. Providence Road573-442-9004Hours: 10 am–9 pm Mon–Sat, 10 am–8 pm Sun

Rush’s Pizzeria& Bakery $–$$$ _1104 Locust St. 573-449-RUSH (7874) Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–2:30 am the next day Fri–Sat, 4 pm–10 pm Sun

Taj Mahal $–$$ (500 E. Walnut St., Suite 110573-256-6800Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm,5 pm–9:30 pm daily

lll iTAliAnBabbo’s Spaghetteria$$ _1305 Grindstone Parkway 573-442-9446 www.babbosspaghetteria.com Hours: 11 am–2 pm and5 pm–9 pm Mon–Thurs,11 am–2 pm and 5 pm–10 pm Fri, 5 pm–10 pm Sat, Noon–8 pm Sun

italian Village $–$$$ _711 Vandiver Drive #B573-442-8821Hours: 10 am–11 pm Sun–Thurs, 10 am–midnight Fri–Sat

The Pasta Factory$–$$ _ ( y3103 W. Broadway,Suite 109573-449-3948www.thepastafactory.netHours: 11 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat

lll mexicAnCarlito’s $ 12 Business Loop 70 E.573-443-6370Hours: 11 am–7 pm Mon–Fri, Closed Sat–Sun

El Campo Azul $–$$504 Business Loop 70 W. 573-442-3898 Hours: 11 am–10 pm daily

El Jimador $ _3200 Penn Terrace573-474-7300Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs,11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat,11 am–9 pm Sun

El Maguey901 E. Nifong Blvd.573-874-381221 Conley Road573-443-7977Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon-Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat

El Rancho $1014 E. Broadway573-875-2121Hours: 11 am–2 am Mon–Wed, 11 am–3 am Thurs–Sat, 11 am–11 pm Sun

Freebirds World Burrito 1020 E. Broadway, Suite F 573-474-1060 Hours: 11 am–10 pm daily www.freebirds.com

José Jalepeños $3412 Grindstone Parkway573-442-7388Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat

La Siesta Mexican Cuisine $-$$ _www.lasiestamex.com33 N. Ninth St.573-449-87883890 Range Line St., Suite 115573-228-9844 Hours: 11–10 pm Mon–Wed, 11–10:30 pm Thurs–Sat,11 am–9 pm Sun

La Terraza grill $1412 Forum Blvd., Suite 140573-445-9444www.ltmexican.comHours: 7 am–10 pm, Mon–Thurs, 10:30 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat, 7 am–9 pm Sun

Las Margaritas $10 E. Southampton Drive573-442-7500Hours: 9 am–11 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–11:30 pm Fri,9 am–1 am Sat



Mi Tierra 2513 Old 63 S. 573-214-0072 Hours: 10 am–10pm Mon–Thurs, 10 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat, 10 am–9 pm Sun Pancheros Mexican grill $421 N. Stadium Blvd. 573-445-3096 www.pancheros.com Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 10:30 am–11 pm Fri–Sat

Rio grande Mexican Restaurant $ 3306 W. BroadwayBusiness Park573-445-2946Hours: 11 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat

Taqueria El Rodeo $ 805 E. Nifong Blvd.573-875-8048Hours: 9:30 am–10 pm daily

lll PizzAAngelo’s Pizzaand Steak House $ _ (4107 S. Providence Road573-443-6100www.angelospizzaandsteak.comHours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Sat, 11 am–9 pm Sun

Arris’ Pizza$–$$$ _ ( 1020 E. Green Meadows Road573-441-1199www.arrispizzaonline.comHours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat,11 am–10 pm Sun

Brooklyn Pizzeria $909 Cherry St. 573-449-2768 Hours: 11am–12am Sun–Thurs, 11am–2am Fri–Sat

g&D Pizzaria$–$$$ _ 2101 W. Broadway573-445-8336gdpizzasteak.comHours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Sat, Closed Sun

george’s Pizzaand Steakhouse $–$$5695 Clark Lane573-214-2080Hours: 11 am–10 pm daily

gumby’s Pizza& Wings1201 E. Broadway573-874-8629, www.gumbyspizza.comwww.gumbyscolumbia.comHours: 10:30 am–2 am Mon–Wed, 10:30 am–3 am Thurs–Sat, 10:30 am–midnight Sun

Kostaki’s Pizzeria $$$ www.kostakispizzeria.com2101 Corona Road #105573-446-7779Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat, Closed Sun3412 Grindstone Parkway573-446-7779Hours: 4–10 pm Mon–Wed, 4–11 pm Thurs, 4 pm–midnight Fri, 10 am–midnight Sat, noon–10 pm Sun

Pickleman’sgourmet Café $–$$www.picklemans.com2513 Old 63 S.573-886-2300Hours: 10 am–2 am daily1106 E. Broadway573-875-2400Hours: 10 am–2 am

Sun–Wed, 10 am–2:30 am Thurs–Sat3103 W. Broadway, Suite 105 573-875-0400 Hours: 10 am–10 pm

Shakespeare’sPizza $–$$ _www.shakespeares.com227 S. Ninth St.573-449-2454Hours: 11 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–1:30 am Fri–Sat3304 W. Broadway Business Park Court #E 573-447-1202Hours: 11 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat3911 Peachtree Drive573-447-7435Hours: 11 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat

Southside Pizza& Pub $–$$3908 Peachtree Drive573-256-4221www.southsidepizzaandpub.comHours: 3 pm–1:30 am Mon–Fri, 11 am–1:30 am Sat,11 am–midnight Sun

Tony’s Pizza Palace $ 416 E. Walnut St.573-442-3188Hours: 11 am–2 pm Mon–Fri,4 pm–11 pm Mon–Thurs, 4 pm–12:30 am Fri–Sat,4 pm–9 pm Sun

lll SouThern& homeSTyleDexter’s BroasterChicken $711 Vandiver, Suite A573- 447-7259Hours: 10:30 am–10:30 pm, Mon–Sun

Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen $–$$$ 214 Stadium Blvd.573-443-5299www.jazzkitchens.comHours: 11 am–9 pm Sun–Mon,11 am–10 pm Tues–Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri–Sat

JJ’s Cafe $ (_600 Business Loop 70 W.573-442-4773www.jjscafe.netHours: 6:30 am–2 pm daily

Lee’s FamousRecipe Chicken2316 Paris Road573-474-53372200 W. Ash St., Suite 102 573-445-6650 www.showmelees.com Hours: 10 am–9 pmSun–Thurs, 10 am–10 pm Fri–Sat

Midway FamilyRestaurant6401 Highway 40 W.573-445-6542www.midwayexpo.comHours: 24 hours,7 days a week

Perche Creek Café $ 6751 Highway 40 W.573-446-7400Hours: 6 am–2 pmMon–Sat, 7 am–Noon Sun

Zaxby’s $–$$www.zaxbys.com1411 Cinnamon Hill Lane 573-442-2525 Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 10:30 am–11 pm Fri–Sat 3922 S. Providence Road 573-447-8500 Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm Sun–Thurs, 10:30 am–11 pm Fri–Sat v


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last May, a wedding celebration took place in columbia unlike any the city has seen. it began with a parade and ended with a reception blending the traditions of American and indian cultures.

in-between, the bride and groom, Amanda glennon and shawn sahota, said “i do” in two ceremonies — and in two languages.

Amanda and shawn met at columbia’s Jefferson Junior High, became a couple at Rock Bridge High school and dated throughout their undergraduate time at the University of Missouri, plus another four years. their romance was so thoroughly columbian that shawn even proposed to Amanda in front of the iconic MU columns.

these two sweethearts came from families with very different cultural traditions. Amanda grew up in a

christian family with several generations in the United states; shawn grew up in a Hindu family with parents who were born in india and came to the United states in their early 20s.

“the cultural difference didn’t impact our relationship too much in the begin-ning but more so as we became more serious and began considering our future together,” Amanda says.

“we knew these differences in culture and upbringing would affect how we would plan our wedding, raise a family and so on, and so we made sure to talk through our priorities and where we each felt we could compromise prior to our engagement,” shawn adds.

“one thing that was very helpful was the endless support we received from both of our parents,” Amanda says. “everyone understood that while our cultural backgrounds were important and would

always be valued, the most essential thing was that shawn and i be happy and support each other in every decision.”

to celebrate not just the union of their lives but the union of their two families, shawn and Amanda invited friends and family to a wedding day with both a Hindu and a christian ceremony, each with its own decorations, dress, customs and language.

the wedding celebration took place on sunday, May 26, 2013; both ceremonies took place at the Missouri theatre.

the day began with the indian cer-emony. Amanda wore an opulent red and gold indian wedding dress, or lehenga. the dress was covered with intricate em-broidery and beadwork, called kundan-work, and the dupatta — which is similar to a veil — was a custom match.

Amanda’s bridesmaids also dressed in traditional indian attire, wearing saris.

MarriedMay 26, 2013amanda Glennon & Shawn Sahota

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All of the saris had the same large polka-dot pattern, but each sari had its own colors.

shawn wore a traditional red sher-wani suit trimmed with gold bead-work embroidery. His groomsmen wore black tuxedos with white shirts and gold bow ties.

the Hindu ceremony began at 1 p.m. with the traditional baraat — a parade for the bridegroom and his family and guests. the parade through downtown columbia closed off ninth street as shawn and his entourage danced down the street to modern indian music in celebration of the upcoming marriage.

Amanda, meanwhile, watched the baraat with her wedding party from the Missouri theatre balcony.

“not only was it amazing to see the 100-plus guests dancing in the streets, but also the hundreds who happened to be downtown come out of the restau-rants and shops to watch,” Amanda says.

inside the Missouri theatre, the stage was decorated with a backdrop of shimmering gold fabric, accented


with sheer red fabric at the top. tall gold pillars held arrangements of red and white flowers.

shri Rameshwar dass, the priest of the Hindu temple of st. Louis, officiated the service, performed in the ancient sanskrit language. the service included several Hindu traditions, from the milani — the joining of the families with seven steps around the sacred fire (havan) — to the sindoor daan — application of red powder on the bride’s forehead. guests followed the service with the help of a detailed program explaining each step.

After the Hindu service, there was a 3 p.m. cocktail hour in the Missouri theatre atrium, with both American and indian hors d’oeuvres. then at 4:30, the christian ceremony began.

For this service, Amanda wore a two-piece wedding gown that paired a heavily beaded bodice, featuring a sweetheart neckline, with a full tulle skirt. she wore her hair down with a long tulle veil and accessorized with a pearl necklace, gold and pearl earrings and a sap-phire ring. Her bouquet combined ivory tulips and greenery.

Amanda’s bridesmaids wore floor-length strapless navy chiffon dresses with sweetheart necklines. they carried round bouquets of ivory hydrangeas and tulips.

shawn wore a black tuxedo with an ivory bow tie and vest; his groomsmen wore black tuxedos with navy bow ties and vests.

the Missouri theatre stage was decorated for classic elegance, with profuse arrange-

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silverbox Photographers

TROLLEYThe Trolley co., Jefferson city

HORSE CARRIAGE

columbia carriage co.

DJ FOR BARAATamprom entertainment

services

MUNDAP (STAGE DECORATIONS) FOR HINDU

CEREMONYbig bow events, st. louis

TUXEDOS

savvi Formalwear

RECEPTION CATERINGFresh ideas, columbia;

swagat Fine indian cuisine, Kansas city

COCKTAIL HOUR RECEPTION

university catering

REHEARSAL DINNERcountry club of missouri

MEN’S GOLF OUTING

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BRIDAL LUNCHEONcountry club of missouri

CALLIGRAPHER

The artist’s Hand

WEDDING INVITATIONSinvitations by ajalon, santa

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PROGRAMS & TABLE NUMBERS

brake Printing

FLORISTKent’s Floral Gallery

BAND

lisa Rose music

DJRhythm express dJ, clifton

Hill

CAKEcakes by edith Hall, Hallsville

WEDDING COORDINATOR

The bridal solution

RINGSl.c. betz associates Jewelers


ments of white flowers and greenery atop metal arches. Ferns also sat on the stage.

the Rev. Rod casey of woodcrest chapel led the christian service. the music was classical, and the ceremony included a reading of 1 corinthians 13, the vows, two contemporary songs, an exchange of rings and a unity candle.

Following the christian service, the celebration moved to the Kimball Ballroom on the stephens college cam-pus. the color scheme was ivory and gold with a few red roses to tie in both ceremonies. guests had the choice of four entrées — two American and two indian — and the night included a mix of American and indian music.

Although planning for both ceremo-nies was at times challenging, the day progressed beautifully, and both shawn and Amanda look back on their wed-ding day as a wonderful start to their life together.

“Honoring both cultures in the wed-ding was the best thing we ever could have done,” shawn says. “our guests who were familiar with one culture or the other were able to experience some-thing new and hopefully take some-thing away from our wedding.”

Knowing how big the celebration would be, a lot of family and friends asked Amanda if she would be sad once the wedding weekend had passed. she could honestly tell them no.

“while the wedding and everything leading up to it was amazing and un-forgettable, i couldn’t wait for what was coming next,” she says. Finally, after eight years of dating — four of those as long distance — she and shawn would be together.

“i just couldn’t wait for the oppor-tunity to see each other every day, let alone be married and live in the same apartment!” Amanda says. “Married life has been everything i’ve hoped for. i couldn’t be happier.”

Amanda and shawn live in chicago. shawn is completing his orthopedic surgery residency at northwestern University/northwestern Memorial Hospital after graduating from medical school at the Mayo clinic in 2013. Amanda is a manager of retail brand development at catalina Marketing supporting the walgreens account.

Amanda is the daughter of John and cindy glennon of columbia, and shawn is the son of Pradeep and shaku sahota of columbia.


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christy scheppers grew up in Jefferson city and chris ebright grew up in Michigan, but both lived in Buffalo, n.y., for a few years — in the same suburb, in fact, in apartments less than 3 miles apart.

But they didn’t meet in Buffalo. christy was there between 2002 and 2006 and chris was there between 2007 and 2009.

christy and chris met on Match.com in 2010. she was living in columbia and working on her doctorate in physical therapy at the University of Missouri, and he was just 40 miles away working on his master’s degree in education as a graduate assistant for the baseball team at central Methodist University in Fayette.

christy “winked” at chris first on Match.com.

“i just knew there was something about his eyes that made me feel like he was a genuine person,” she explains.

A week of emails and phone calls later, chris and christy met in person and felt like they had known each other for years.

By 2012, chris and christy were sharing a home in Kentucky, and one morning, chris surprised christy by waking up before she left for work. He wanted her to read an online article about his new position as manager of the Roswell invaders, a professional baseball team based in Roswell, n.M. As christy read — hurriedly so she wouldn’t run late — she suddenly came to a break in the article with the line: “christy, will you marry me? chris”

christy Scheppers & chris ebright


the detailsBridal Gown

Victoria’s bridal, Jefferson city

Bridesmaids’ GownsVictoria’s bridal, Jefferson city

Hairstylingashley Philbert,

elements Hair and nail studio, Jefferson city

ceremony musiciansGateway Guitar, st. louis

makeupstephanie eveler,

bliss salon, Jefferson city

photographylove Tree studios, columbia

Tuxedossamuel’s Tuxedos and Gifts,

Jefferson city

floristbob Fennewald,Jefferson city

bandThe spectrum band, st. louis

CakeHy-Vee, Jefferson city

cateringchipotle catering,

Jefferson city

rentalsa-1 Party and event Rental,

columbia

additionaltent lighting

exclusive events, st. louis

Registrybed bath & beyond;

Pottery barn; amazon

wedding coordinatorannabelle events,

columbia

photo boothHold steady images,

columbia

rehearsal dinnercatering

madison’s cafe,Jefferson city

wedding nightaccommodations

creekstone cottage,columbia

“i turned around, and there he was hold-ing the ring,” she says.

chris and christy were wed on oct. 5, 2013, in an outdoor ceremony at the bride’s childhood home in Jefferson city. the Rev. Lyle witcher performed the ceremony.

christy wore a beautiful ivory lace gown with a pale blush underlay. the gown featured a boat neckline, cap sleeves and subtle mermaid fit, with a plunging V-back and chapel-length train. At the waist, an ivory ribbon held a flower embellishment with hints of navy and burgundy. christy wore her hair up, complemented with a navy birdcage veil made by her mother; she accessorized with pearl bracelets received from both of her late grandmothers, along with pearl earrings. she carried a mix of wildflowers in a loose and colorful bouquet.

christy’s bridesmaids wore various styles of full-length dresses in either burgundy or navy chiffon. they carried smaller versions of the bridal bouquet.

chris wore a gray suit with a striped ivory tie and a simple boutonniere of greenery and berries. His groomsmen wore the same but with burgundy-and-navy-striped ties.

the outdoor setting was picturesque with the wedding taking place on an island in a beautifully landscaped pond. guests sat in white chairs facing the water, and the wed-ding party crossed a wooden bridge to reach the island. down the aisle, shepherd’s hooks held Mason jars filled with wildflowers, and on the island, a weeping willow was strung with white lights.

the day began with rain, and the sky was still overcast as christy and her father began


their walk down the aisle. But at the very moment that chris met them on the bridge and the minister stated, “we are here in the presence of god,” the sun peeked through the clouds and remained out throughout the entire ceremony.

the reception took place in a large white peaked tent, on the patio and in the home’s basement. the decorations were vintage chic, and the dinnerware was mismatched china that the bride and her mother had spent months collecting. dark, patterned vases with sparkly accents held wildflowers, and on their plates, guests found jars of honey for their favors.

the mix of graceful and casual in the mismatched china set the atmo-sphere for the wedding and reception.

“we had a live band in the tent, pool table in the basement and photo booth between the two, so there were lots of laughs, dancing and good con-versation,” christy says.

the three-tiered round wedding cake was covered in ivory frosting, with ivory polka dots on the top and bottom tiers and ivory zigzags on the middle. instead of a traditional top-per, the sides of the cake held a large “c & c.” Flowers adorned the top and sides.

chris and christy took eight days for their honeymoon in Hawaii, but they didn’t leave until more than a month after the wedding.

“it had been a crazy time leading up to the wedding,” christy explains. “we ended up moving to another state, buying a home and starting new jobs just one month before our wedding, so having a little break between our wed-ding and honeymoon allowed us to settle in and really enjoy our vacation.”

chris and christy live in saginaw, Mich., where he is a baseball coach at saginaw Valley state University and she is a physical therapist at an outpa-tient clinic associated with a local hos-pital. christy is the daughter of Brenda and Joe scheppers of Jefferson city, and chris is the son of Karen ebright of ithaca, Mich., and the late Richard ebright.

chris and christy marriedin an outdoor ceremony at

the bride’s childhood home.


Laurie Wilkinson and Kyle Oberweather will marry on May 31 at Alpine Park & gardens in columbia. Laurie is the daughter of Laurie Quail of overland Park, Kan., and don wilkinson of Raymore. she graduated from columbia college in 2013 with a degree in biology and a minor in criminal justice. she currently works as a

leasing manager with callahan & galloway in columbia. Kyle is the son of suzie oberweather of Lee’s summit, and steve oberweather of overland Park, Kan. He graduated from the University of Missouri in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in health sciences, and earned a master’s degree in health education and promotion in 2013. Kyle currently works as the head strength and conditioning coach for central Methodist University in Fayette.

Cheryl Perkins and Steven Maupin will marry on April 5 at thurmond chapel on the campus of william woods University in Fulton. cheryl is the daughter of sonia and dale Perkins of Fulton. she graduated from william woods in 2010 with a degree in equestrian science, and in 2012 with a Master of Business Administration. she currently works

as a real estate agent with Bev curtin & Associates–House of Brokers Realty in columbia. steven is the son of Ruthie Maupin of Fulton and Mark Maupin of Jefferson, Md. He graduated from william woods in 2007 with a degree in economics and finance. He currently works as a regional sales manager with outtech inc. in Aurora, ohio.

Rebecca Goldkamp and John Lohmann plan to wed on May 17 at Missouri United Methodist church in columbia. Rebecca is the daughter of Joseph and Janet goldkamp of st. Louis. she graduated from the University of Missouri in 2009 with a degree in strategic communications. she currently works remotely

as an account executive with Kicking cow Promotions inc., which is based in st. Louis. John is the son of steve and Linda Hoffmann of st. Louis, and walter (Jerry) Lohmann of Lake ozark. He graduated from the University of Missouri in 2007 with a degree in business management, and is the owner of coMo Landscape Maintenance in columbia. the couple met while attending the University of Missouri, where John was a member of Alpha tau omega fraternity and Rebecca was a member of delta delta delta sorority.

Alyssa Trecha and Daniel Weagley are planning a May wedding in columbia. Both are columbia natives and high school and college sweethearts who are excited to be tying the knot after 10 years together. Alyssa is the daughter of Randal and doreen trecha of columbia. she graduated from the University of Missouri in 2010 with

a Bachelor of science in nursing, and completed a post-baccalaureate premedical program at georgetown University in 2013. Alyssa currently works as a registered nurse in the emergency department of st. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. daniel is the son of Rob and Pam weagley of columbia. He graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of science in business administration in 2008. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in finance at the University of Michigan and expects to graduate in May.

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Haley Adams and Chris Raymond will marry on June 7 at a private residence in north Andover, Mass. Haley is the daughter of scott and sue Adams of columbia. she graduated from indiana University in 2010 with a degree in journalism and currently works as an editor and writer with Renaissance Publishing in new orleans. chris is the son of david and sara Raymond of Presque isle, Maine. He graduated from the University of Maine-Presque isle with a degree in political science in 2007, and earned his Ph.d. in political science from the University of Missouri in 2012. chris is currently an assistant professor of political science at the University of new orleans. After the wedding, the couple will move to Belfast, northern ireland, where chris has accepted a position at Queen’s University.

Would you like to seeyour wedding featuredin Inside Columbia?Ask your photographer to send us a CD with 15 to 20 high-resolution photos from your wedding and reception, accompanied by a note that includes the bride and groom’s contact information. If your wedding is chosen for a feature, you will be contacted by a reporter who will interview you for the story. Photo disks will only be returned if accompanied bya self-addressed, stamped mailer. Mail the photo disk to Editor, Inside Columbia, 47 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203.


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columbia independent school hosted its 2014 Big Hair and Blue Jeans gala at the Reynolds Alumni center on Feb. 7. guests celebrated the theme in grand fashion, showcasing black-tie formalwear with a hint of denim. More than 300 sponsors, parents, community leaders and guests enjoyed dinner and cocktails with live and silent auctions. Proceeds directly support student scholarships and the advancement of excellence.

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Pamela Haith and the first ladies of Mizzou basketball hosted Hoops 101: Ladies night out on Feb. 15 before the tennessee game. Joined by head coach Frank Haith, the event raised funds through registration and raffle tickets for the Boys & girls club of columbia. For more information, visit www.tsf-mizzou.com/special-programs/mwc.

cricket dunn and brenda bolfing Julie middleton and Karin loftin Janet crosby and mary lawson

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the coMo christian Men’s conference took place on Feb. 22 at woodcrest chapel. Four keynote speakers inspired guests with powerful messages that touched on the day’s theme: some Assembly Required. speakers included author Robert Lewis, actor and comedian Michael Joiner, Kanakuk institute founder Keith chancey and world series champion and MVP baseball player darryl strawberry. Visit www.coMochristian.com for details on the organization and updates on next year’s conference, which is scheduled for Feb. 7, 2015, at the Missouri theatre in downtown columbia.

Guests visit between keynote sessions. Woodcrest’s band, Remove the silence, start the morning with song.

darryl strawberry and Woodcrest Pastor Piet Van Waarde

Keith chancey dr. Robert lewis

michael and Jack Joiner

Guests visit over lunch catered by mcalister’s deli.

inspirational books were available for purchase.

coMo christian Men’s conference

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a new view l by l.g. patterson

i’m not sure how i get there, but i frequently find myself on rural back roads. The best time to be on these roads is as the sun starts to set; that time of day makes everything look amazing. even a dead field can be quite spectacular when lit

by the right combination of clouds and setting sun.on this trip, i felt the need to stop and shoot the simple scene.

i watched the clouds turned hues of blue, purple, yellow, orange and red as the sun set over a cold, gray field.

it was breathtaking.of course, after the sun set, i found myself in total darkness in

the middle of nowhere. That feeling was breathtaking as well.

As a photographer, I have access to some unique pointsof view in the community. Here is one of them, in A New View.

Assignment: Wood-burning stoves THE LOCATION: Rural Randolph county

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on the evening of Feb. 22, my 16-year-old son and two of his friends were involved in a terrifying auto accident on Route o, just west of columbia. the car in which they were traveling left the roadway at a high rate of speed and hit a tree. the impact left my son injured with nine broken ribs, a damaged kidney and liver, punctured lung, broken shoulder

blade and bleeding on the brain. He was transported from the accident scene by ambulance to the trauma unit at University Hospital where he spent four days in the surgical intensive care Unit. A few weeks later, i’m happy to report that all three

of the young men involved in the accident have survived and are well on their way to recovery.

the medical care my son and his friends received at University of Missouri Health care was nothing short of amazing. As parents, we will be forever grateful for the expertise and compassion offered by the trauma surgeons and nurses we encountered. this accident, in a very dramatic way, reminded me how fortunate we are to have access to trauma care right here in our community. i can’t begin to imagine having to travel to hospitals in st. Louis or Kansas city for trauma care. we are blessed as a community to have such easy access.

As many of you know, my no. 1 volunteer job in this community is serving as the chairman of the board of trustees at Boone Hospital center. while i’ve always been impressed by the level of outstanding care delivered at Boone Hospital, my experience

at Boone’s crosstown competitor was a potent reminder of the wonderful health care options available to us at all of columbia’s six hospitals. whether you’re a patient at Boone, University, Harry s. truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital, women’s and children’s Hospital, ellis Fischel cancer center or Landmark Hospital, you’re likely going to receive expert care.

For years, columbia has had the distinction of having the second-highest number of hospital beds per capita in the United states. only Rochester, Minn., the home of the Mayo clinic, has a denser hospital-bed population. if you have to be in second place in the world of medicine, it’s not a bad thing to be right behind Rochester. Although the sizes of the two cities are remarkably similar, Rochester boasts a medical workforce of more than 30,000, compared to columbia’s 8,000 employ-ees working in health care.

Unlike our local health system, the Mayo clinic is actually made up of a mini-consortium of two local hospitals, saint Mary’s Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital, as well as a number of specialty clinics. the Mayo clinic sees more than 2 million patients every year. Most of these patients come from all over the world for the treatment or diagnosis of ill-nesses and disease. you may be thinking to yourself, “How did this tiny town in Minnesota become the medical mecca of the world?” some may attribute this phenomenon to clever marketing. others will tell you that success begets success. in either case, i believe there’s a lesson here for columbia.

one of the unexpected trends emerging from health care reform in our country is the need for collaboration. As the government makes it more and more difficult for hospitals to earn reimbursement for the services they provide, we’re seeing an increasing number of hospitals band together in quasi-official consortiums focused on finding economies in purchasing, negotiating with third-party payers, sharing best practices and finding more efficient ways of delivering health care. Most of what comes out of these collaborative efforts likely will be invisible to the end user.

columbia has a unique opportunity as a community. For the past 40 years, we’ve witnessed what might be described as an “arms race” between our local hospitals. Little effort has gone into analyzing how many MRis, ct scanners or da Vinci robots a city the size of columbia actually needs. we could say the same about the number of orthopedic surgeons or cardi-ologists we should recruit to our community. our “survival of the fittest” mentality toward health care in columbia comes at a very expensive cost to all involved.

there are benefits associated with having competition in the marketplace, but there must be a happy medium where all involved can benefit from some healthy collaboration.

Ultimately, this is a conversation that should be initiated outside of hospital walls here. elected officials, business lead-ers and campus leaders must embrace the idea of more col-laboration between our hospitals and take ownership of the concept. it won’t get traction if we wait for the key stakehold-ers in columbia’s health care industry to work it out among themselves. there are far too many sacred cows and territorial issues involved that complicate the matter.

if we want to position columbia as the medical mecca of the lower Midwest, we will need a groundswell of support throughout the community. it won’t be easy, but the rewards could be significant.

Fred parry,Publisher

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Columbia Would Benefit From Collaboration In Health Care

“this accident, in a very dramatic

way, reminded me how fortunate we

are to have access to trauma care

right here in our own community.”

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