Getaway to Kansas City
The winter months can leave many people with the seasonal blues. If that’s you, your family might be due for a weekend getaway.
Stories by Jordan Thornsberry
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Letter from the Editor: Winter
Winter is approaching, and I can almost smell the warm apple cider and pumpkin pie.
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Kid-Friendly Halloween Movies
JC Parents put together a list of kid-friendly movies that will put anyone in the Halloween spirit without the frightening punch.
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The House on the Hill
When Aaron and Erin Clark bought their dream fixer-upper six years ago in Jefferson City’s historic district, they didn’t expect it to become their worst night…
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A Peek into Jamie Waier’s Life as a Chiefs Superfan
Chiefs football is back, and Jamie Waier might be the most excited fan in town.
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Parents as Teachers Provide Support to JC Parents
Parents as Teachers (PAT) — a parent education and support program — understands that parents are their children’s first and most important teachers.
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Letter from the Editor: Back to School
It’s that time again. Back-to-school season is here!
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Leading Ladies
While the list of women impacting the theater industry in Jefferson City is substantial, HER spoke with five of the women making a difference in town.
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Letter from the Editor: Find Your Talent
Being a writer brought me here — to Jefferson City — which is riddled with talented people.
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Samantha Rush Knows There's No Place Like Home
Each person’s taste in interior design is one of a kind. Maybe it’s light and airy, with sheer curtains and neutral accents. Maybe it is bright, bold colors wi…
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Letter from the Editor: New Beginnings
There is so much to look forward to with summer!
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What's in Season?
If your green thumb is tingling, it’s because warm, sunny weather is approaching. May and June are prime months to start the garden of your dreams. HER spoke t…
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Escape to Branson this summer
Home to world-famous live entertainment, endless outdoor activities and shopping aplenty, Branson, Missouri, has everything you need for your next weekend geta…
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Letter from the editor: Sunny side up
This issue of JC Parents is focused on camps in town and the joys of summer.
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Inside Vicki Arcobasso's life as a businesswoman
One might find Vicki Arcobasso floating around town, as a social butterfly does. She may be talking to local business owners, planning the annual Bridal Specta…
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Growing with Grace
Something about Grace Davis, a 26-year-old Jefferson City native, feels like home.
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Bittersweet Garden Club names final fall garden of the season
Jefferson City's Bittersweet Garden Club has chosen its final fall garden of the season: Linda Oligschlaeger's ever-blooming garden.
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In knead
During the 2020 quarantine era, many forgotten hobbies resurfaced. Since then, baking bread from scratch — rather than buying it at the store or a bakery — has…
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CCHS Theatre presenting historical play ‘Triangle’
Capital City High School Theatre is presenting "Triangle," a thriller set in the early 1900s.
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Orchestra back with Symphony Spooktacular
The Jefferson City Symphony Orchestra is hosting a night of frightening, musical fun.
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Oktoberfest on tap Saturday in Jefferson City
Dust off your steins and get ready to head to Old Munichburg: Oktoberfest is back!
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Bittersweet’s summer garden of the season features greenery, stone statues
Some may envision an award-winning garden to be occupied with bright poppies, blooming lilies and plush hydrangeas to complete a flower-filled space.
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Capitol Avenue will be featured in Historic Homes Tour
Capitol Avenue will be spotlighted this year through the Historic City of Jefferson's 15th annual Historic Homes Tour.
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Capital Arts Chalk Art Fair on tap Sunday
Capital Arts is decorating the park with pastel chalk creations at this year's Chalk Art Fair.
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Capital City Productions bringing action to the stage with ‘She Kills Monsters’
A dramatic whirl of physical combat and revelation is hitting the stage at Capital City Productions.
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For Capital Arts director, art is both personal, expressive
Writer and artist Elbert Hubbard once said, "Art is not a thing; it is a way."
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Capital Arts to offer after-school programs, events and more
Capital Arts is bringing the summer fun into fall with new exhibits, the Chalk Art Fair, clubs and more.
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Headed to Missouri State Fair; why not make it a weekend getaway?
Known for being rich in history and the home of many Missouri festivals and celebrations, Sedalia should be high on your list of weekend getaway destinations.
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From pieces to prizes: Cole Wolken restores 1952 tractor
Many teenage boys want a fast car or the most impressive gaming setup, but 15-year-old Cole Wolken wanted a nice tractor.
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CCP sets summer aside while presenting Frozen Jr.
Capital City Productions is letting go of summer for a weekend and taking audience members to the cold, magical land of Arendelle with Frozen Jr.
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Moniteau County Fair on tap
The oldest continuous fair west of the Mississippi River is back and will feature arts and crafts, games, presentations, shows and more.
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Improv group throwing beach party at Scene One
Bring your Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses and flip-flops to Scene One Theatre this weekend for a night of comedy with Off the Cuff Improv.
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Naughts honored for support of Salute to America
"Well, I'm glad I cleaned up a little bit," Sharon Naught said with a laugh as she walked into the Salute to America office Tuesday surrounded by colleagues to…
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Granger Smith to perform at Angiepalooza fundraiser
Granger Smith will hit the stage at the 10th Annual Angiepalooza fundraiser.
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Cole County Fair back with arena acts, live music
Carnival rides, fair food and musicians coming into town signal that carnival season has finally reached Jefferson City.
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Déjà brew: 7th Annual Battle of the Brews on tap Saturday
The seventh annual Battle of the Brews will boast a night full of live music, games, food and, of course, beer.
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Short Attention Span Theatre back for week two
After a successful first week, Short Attention Span Theatre is back for week two with three more evenings of performances.
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‘Ozarks Alive’ founder to speak at Missouri State Archives
Preserving history and culture is important to many people.
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Springfield offers ideal weekend getaway options
Living almost smack dab in the middle of the state has its perks, one being there are a handful of destinations in the surrounding area for a quick and lively …
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Exotic pets find forever homes in JC
Many have gotten a glimpse into the world of exotic pets through Netflix’s hit documentary series “Tiger King,” but the average exotic pet owner doesn’t have c…
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Alan Mudd wears a lot of hats and that's how he likes it
Monday is Zach, Tuesday is Paige, Wednesday is Carson, Thursday is Connor, Friday is Riley, Saturday is Sam and Sunday is Cortney.
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Osage County Fair starts today
Step right up! The Osage County Fair is back in town.
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Ice Cream Splash coming back to Jefferson City
After two years away, the JC Arts Foundation’s Ice Cream Splash is making Jefferson City sweet again.
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Card tournament on tap at nutrition center
The California Nutrition Center is hosting its first-ever pitch card tournament.
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Bittersweet has chosen their garden of the season
Picture a perfectly groomed garden that fills the front and back yard of an average-sized property with hundreds of flowers, gnomes and knick-knacks throughout…
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Salute to America to round out holiday weekend
Jefferson City's patriotic Salute to America Fourth of July festival is here again!
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Miller County Fair gets underway
The Miller County Fair is kicking off carnival season, and will be bringing friends and families together to enjoy games, rides, shows and food.
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Lincoln University wins its second Golden Hammer Award
Lincoln University hit the nail on the head with the restoration of the President's House and was awarded the first Golden Hammer Award of 2022.
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9th annual Missouri DNR photo contest open now
When exploring Missouri's state parks and historic sites this summer, don't forget to snap a picture or two and submit them to the Missouri Department of Natur…
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Capital Arts opens new dreamy exhibit
Dreams are becoming a reality at Capital Arts.
