Nina Todea is a features reporter for the News Tribune and HER Magazine.
Stained Glass Theatre tackles discrimination, religion in comedy production
The cast and crew of Stained Glass Theatre’s newest production aren’t shying away from tough topics.
Jan. 16 2020 @ 9:05pm
Stained Glass Theatre tackles discrimination, religion in comedy production
The cast and crew of Stained Glass Theatre's newest production aren't shying away from tough topics. In fact, they've even recruited children to help tell the story.
Jan. 16 2020 @ 7:00am
Jefferson City area's only female tattoo artist reflects on her experiences
If you ask Calli Loskill about how she landed her job, one of the first things she'll tell you is she's wicked lucky — it almost didn't happen.
Jan. 12 2020 @ 9:25am
Jefferson City, surrounding areas celebrate Roaring '20s, more for New Year's Eve in style
The Roaring '20s are back and stronger than ever for 2020.If you're looking for a place to celebrate New Year's Eve in style — or simply with a glass of champagne — Jefferson City and the surrounding areas have plenty of events to offer, and they all come with something a little different.
Dec. 26 2019 @ 12:05am
A CHRISTMAS WISH: Reformed drug dealer finds purpose, calling
Samuel Butler has an extensive history with drug use but found God and the Council for Drug Free Youth. After his release from prison this year, he recorded video testimony for CDFY.
Dec. 19 2019 @ 11:49pm
Local residents, musicians team up to offer free night of entertainment at The Tavern
You might catch a glimpse of Santa Claus and see ugly Christmas sweaters, but this won't be your standard Christmas party.
Dec. 19 2019 @ 12:05am
CCP puts on plaid for latest musical production
Think you can't condense part of TV's longest running variety show, "The Ed Sullivan Show," into three minutes and 11 seconds? Think again.
Dec. 5 2019 @ 12:05am
Jefferson City Animal Shelter restructuring volunteer program
Come January, the Jefferson City Animal Shelter will be restructuring its volunteer program, kicking it off with two volunteer orientation workshops from 8-10 a.
Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:05am
Volunteers ‘crucial’ to process, says Jefferson City Animal Shelter manager
The animals at the shelter have come to recognize her voice.As Donna Ponder passes by the rows of cages, the dogs clamor at their metal bars, hoping to catch a glimpse of her wide smile and hear her warm, friendly greeting.
Dec. 1 2019 @ 12:05am
Local artists find space for display in The Tavern's ceiling tile project
Local artists and creators have come together to contribute to The Tavern's ceiling tile art project.
Nov. 30 2019 @ 10:54pm
Just Desserts returns to Helias Catholic High School in 12th annual show choir fundraiser
If you need a reason to indulge on desserts and sugar-coated treats, Helias Catholic High School is offering just that — completely guilt free.
Nov. 21 2019 @ 12:05am
Lighthouse Prep students serve community through interactive dinner performance
Mark your calendars for a flashback to the '50s, complete with musical numbers, dancing and diner-style hamburgers and hot dogs served by students at Lighthouse Preparatory Academy.
Nov. 14 2019 @ 12:05am
American classic 'Steel Magnolias' comes to The Little Theatre
If you recognize this line: "I'm not crazy, M'Lynn, I've just been in a very bad mood for 40 years," chances are, you're more than familiar with what's to come at The Little Theatre of Jefferson City.
Nov. 14 2019 @ 12:05am
SSM Health hosts free comedy show
St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City is finding laughter is sometimes the best medicine, and comedian Jonnie W.
Nov. 7 2019 @ 12:05am
Bringing humor to a centuries-old story
Just more than 340 years later, Melissa and Nathan Ortega are carrying the torch proudly — that is, author John Bunyan's 1678 work "Pilgrim's Progress," adapted into movies and plays over the years.
Oct. 24 2019 @ 12:05am
Time for family fun at Hartsburg Pumpkin Festival
Get ready to indulge in all things pumpkin, a plethora of vendors and the chance to win some prizes — the countdown for the Hartsburg Pumpkin Festival this weekend is nearing zero.
Oct. 10 2019 @ 10:04am
Local musician comes full circle through songwriting, performing and her first single on Spotify
Erin Lammers will never forget what her theater director told her as she was on the brink of tears, 45 minutes away from a one-hour public performance of all original songs she had hardly rehearsed for.
Oct. 6 2019 @ 12:05am
PorchFest hits Forest Hill
PorchFest JCMO will host its third music and arts festival 1-4 p.m. Sunday on Forest Hill Avenue.
Oct. 3 2019 @ 12:05am
Mad for mahjong
Sitting at a small, square table toward the middle of the room, Betty Hymes' eyes sparkle like the light dusting of shimmer on her cheekbones as she eyes the colorful green, red and white tiles on the table.
Sep. 29 2019 @ 12:05am
34th annual Eldon Turkey Festival on tap
Attendees will once again be able to bite into Eldon's "famous smoked turkey legs" at the 34th annual Eldon Turkey Festival this Saturday.
Sep. 26 2019 @ 12:05am