Madeleine Leroux is the HER Magazine and features editor for the Jefferson City News Tribune. She previously spent five years covering Jefferson City government news before taking on editor roles in other areas of Missouri and Arkansas. A Chicago native, she studied news-editorial journalism at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale before moving to Missouri, where she has worked in Waynesville and Columbia, in addition to Jefferson City. Madeleine loves history books, coffee and good music, as well as her family, which includes two cats and one very petite dog.
River City Music Revival brings musicians, fans to Capital Bluffs Event Center
After what’s been a tough year for musicians all around the world, Mid-Missouri bands and music fans were able to celebrate a little Saturday with the return of the River City Music Revival.
Mar. 7 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: Loving Paws opens as new doggie day care in Holts Summit
Mandy Matthews has been working toward opening her own business for years — and she's only 19.Along with her mom and business partner, Misty, the teen opened the new Loving Paws Pet Services LLC last week in Holts Summit.
Mar. 7 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: American Freight purchases FFO Home Stores in Jefferson City, Columbia
A familiar store in Jefferson City is getting a new name.
Mar. 7 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: Cork & Board changes business hours
Adapting to customer needs, Capitol City Cork & Board has changed its business hours.
Mar. 7 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: Online children's boutique officially launches
Two Jefferson City natives have launched a new online children's boutique, aiming to serve Mid-Missouri and Kansas City areas.
Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:15am
BizBeat: Natural Grocers to open Wednesday in JC
Natural Grocers is ready to open its doors this week in Jefferson City.
Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:15am
BizBeat: Main Street Bridal opens in Centertown
Mid-Missouri brides have a new boutique option in Centertown. Kelsey and Crystal Ott, who are related by marriage, recently opened at 11811 Main St. in Centertown, above the Pink Poppy Boutique, which is owned by Kelsey.
Feb. 28 2021 @ 12:05am
Absentee voting underway for April election
Absentee voting is underway in Cole County, and election officials anticipate a return to past practices as COVID-19 voting exceptions expired at the end of 2020.
Feb. 27 2021 @ 10:48pm
BizBeat: The Landing Zone looks to create home at Jefferson City airport
A new restaurant hopes to take off at the Jefferson City Memorial Airport this spring.
Feb. 21 2021 @ 12:05am
Lenten season brings annual fish frys
With the Lenten season, comes the familiar fish frys across Mid-Missouri.And not even a pandemic can change that completely.
Feb. 18 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: Braun Auto Repair rebuilds after tornado
For the first time in almost two years, the staff at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair have a permanent shop to work out of, with running water and plenty of space.
Feb. 14 2021 @ 12:05am
Capital City Productions puts on 'The Yearling, the Musical'
It's a show that may be difficult to find anywhere else. Capital City Productions is opening its latest show tonight, with "The Yearling, the Musical" hitting the stage at 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 11 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: Auburn Ridge Living Center expands
Less than two years after opening, Auburn Ridge Living Center has expanded, adding new rooms and amenities to the residential care facility in Wardsville.
Feb. 7 2021 @ 12:00am
BizBeat: Scuba Adventure gets new location, owner
The long established business in Jefferson City is under new ownership at a new location.
Feb. 7 2021 @ 12:00am
BizBeat: Chez Monet reopens inside Governor Office Building
Marking her 30th year running Chez Monet, Joan Fairfax has once again reopened her signature business, this time in the Governor Office Building at 200 Madison St.
Jan. 31 2021 @ 12:02am
BizBeat: Medical clinic offers alternative model for primary care
There’s a new option available for those in Jefferson City seeking medical care.Big Tree Medical Home opened a temporary clinic Sept.
Jan. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
Runge hosts event to view bald eagles on Missouri River
Below freezing temperatures and a biting wind couldn't keep people away from an opportunity to view bald eagles this weekend during the Eagle Explore at the Marion Access on the Missouri River event held by the Runge Nature Center.
Jan. 23 2021 @ 8:16pm
BarVino to host wine tasting
Take a break with some good fun and good wine next week as BarVino hosts its January Wine Tasting.The event, set for 6:30 p.
Jan. 21 2021 @ 12:05am
BizBeat: Auntie Anne’s expected to open by early February
A new business will soon join Capital Mall.Soft pretzel franchise Auntie Anne’s is expected to open either late this month or in early February, said Kaitlin Plekkenpol, company spokesperson.
Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am
'Quarantine Expressions' on display
When the coronavirus first emerged and began to spread in the United States, many were forced to stay home for weeks as we all tried to do our part to stay safe.
Jan. 14 2021 @ 12:05am