Nina Todea is a features reporter for the News Tribune and HER Magazine.
Anniversary season opens
with a throwback to the
‘Best Little Whorehouse’
Thirty years ago, it was the News Tribune’s own ad department that balked at the idea of printing the word “whorehouse.
Jan. 7 2021 @ 12:05am
Mid-Missouri says goodbye to 2020 with celebrations
It's finally coming to an end — the year that has brought a flurry of less-than-positive coronavirus coverage, school worries, reckonings on race and a historical presidential election.
Dec. 24 2020 @ 12:05am
A CHRISTMAS WISH: Jefferson City resident brings laughter, Black history and a helping hand to Clarke Senior Center
Four years ago, when Mentha Bakari moved to Jefferson City and stumbled across the Clarke Senior Center, she was eager to get involved — so much so, she said she "went in with all four feet.
Dec. 22 2020 @ 12:05am
Stained Glass Theatre play to explore intertwined conversations of grief, faith
Stained Glass Theatre explores intertwined conversations of grief and faith in their newest production, "God in the Machine."
Sep. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Capital City Productions to host "A Night With Cats" as weekend special
CCP will host a "A Night With Cats," presented as a revue of favorite songs from the original show.
Jul. 30 2020 @ 12:05am
4th annual Princess Party aims to pamper for a good cause
Time to fluff out the baby blue skirts of your child's favorite Elsa or Cinderella dress. The fourth annual Princess Party is just around the corner.
Jul. 16 2020 @ 12:05am
Scene One Theatre celebrating Christmas in July
It's never too early to celebrate Christmas — and Scene One Theatre in Jefferson City is giving people the chance to do so in July.
Jul. 2 2020 @ 12:05am
Osage, Miller county fairs on tap with slight changes
County fairs this year will either be chock-full or people will stay away, and area fair boards have found peace with the possible outcomes.
Jul. 2 2020 @ 12:05am
JC resale shops take on new precautions to address virus concerns
Bill Kupferle never expected to be lugging an ozone machine into his resale shop on East High Street, but now that it's there, he can't really imagine reopening the business without it.
May. 31 2020 @ 12:05am
Jefferson City's 'Best Mom' doesn't believe in giving up
If she could write a book to describe her mom, 11-year-old Zhoe Smith is sure it would be well over 1,000 pages.
May. 10 2020 @ 12:05am
Local woman adapts wellness experience to virtual platforms
In mid-March, Larinda McRaven found herself refunding nearly 30 people for a canceled event just days away.
May. 3 2020 @ 12:15am
Can't see your stylist during quarantine? You might consider growing a mullet
We're all probably a week or two away from doing something traumatic to our hair. D.I.Y. haircuts? Box dye? Bangs? They're tempting.
Apr. 26 2020 @ 12:05am
Russellville native's film to be shown at Capitol City Cinema
Russellville native Cole Payne's work is making a rare homecoming. Starting at 7 p.m. tonight and running through Sunday, "Becoming," a supernatural thriller produced by Payne, will show at Capitol City Cinema.
Mar. 12 2020 @ 12:05am
The Little Theatre tells the story of Robin Hood's fight for justice
The Little Theatre's next performance is so intense Robin Hood had to pick up a workout routine — it turns out the bow-wielding hero does get tired.
Feb. 20 2020 @ 12:05am
Zumba is keeping the community happy and healthy, one dance at a time
Watching Carla Hamilton-Henry in the floor-to-ceiling studio mirrors on the front wall feels like you're part of your own personal pep squad.
Feb. 9 2020 @ 12:05am
Mid-Missouri ready to cheer on the Chiefs
The 2020 Super Bowl will undoubtedly be a special moment for all Missouri football fans.It's been 50 years since the Kansas City Chiefs one-upped the Minnesota Vikings in a complete shutdown as the underdog.
Jan. 30 2020 @ 12:05am
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