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Businesses participate in Thompson Center's autism friendly training
Businesses in Columbia can participate in Autism Friendly Business training through the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment. This comes after Mayor Barbara Buffaloe officially proclaimed Columbia as an Autism Friendly City on May 7. The proclamation recognizes Columbia organizations that support neurodiverse customers and employees in areas like hospitality, medical care and entertainment, according to a Facebook post from the Thompson Center.
Live from the easel, Renee Monroe paints to the beat
Procure your own Visit Renee Monroe's Instagram, where she posts pieces for sale, or visit her website to contact her about commissions and live painting events. No matter where Renee Monroe is — a busy classroom, a live painting set or staring at a blank canvas in her studio — art is the center of the life she has built in Columbia. Growing up in New Hampshire, Monroe was encouraged by her family to take in the natural world around her. After all, it is a beautiful place to spend your childhood.
Pet goldfish can destroy lake ecosystems, MU researchers say
Goldfish can fundamentally alter the ecosystem when they are released into lakes and ponds, according to research from the University of Missouri and the University of Toledo. When goldfish invade lakes, researchers discovered what ecologists call a “regime shift," meaning the ecosystems reorganized themselves into a degraded state, according to a news release.
New coworking space is coming to Columbia
A coworking space designed for freelancers, founders and remote employees to work together is coming to Columbia. Villageco, a "Social Work Club," is set to open April 14 at 110 Orr St, Suite 109, in the North Village Arts District, according to a Wednesday news release. kAm':==2864@ :D 7@F?565 3J z:=6J vC:>6D 2?5 ':??J |2C:?2C@[ 6?EC6AC6?6FCD 2?5 &?:G6CD:EJ @7 |:DD@FC: 2=F>?:]k^Am kAm“|6 2?5 >J 4@\7@F?56C H6C6 DECF88=:?8 E@ 7:?5 2 A=246 :? E@H? E92E 76=E =:<6 @C82?:4 4@??64E:@?
New co-working space is coming to Columbia
A coworking space designed for freelancers, founders and remote employees to work together is coming to Columbia. Villageco, a "Social Work Club," is set to open April 14 at 110 Orr St, Suite 109, in the North Village Arts District, according to a Wednesday news release. Villageco is founded by Kiley Grimes and Vinny Marinaro, entrepreneurs and University of Missouri alumni.
Chapter 1: New lead for Unbound Book Festival
The 11th annual Unbound Book Festival is almost upon us, and with it comes new leadership. This year marks Kerry Townsend's first year as sole executive director. Townsend co-directed last year’s festival with its founder, Alex George. Townsend says it has been a learning curve taking on the position, but she has been met with support from many different outlets. Looking for more about Unbound?
City collects public input on CoMo to Zero Action Plan update
Residents got the chance Wednesday to comment on updates to the city's traffic safety plan, Vision Zero Action. Vision Zero Action is part of CoMo to Zero, the program Columbia launched last October. CoMo to Zero is an initiative aiming to end deaths and serious injuries from traffic crashes. The city is updating its Vision Zero Action Plan to focus on safer roadway design, safer speeds, safer vehicles, safer people and improved post-crash care. kAm%96 AF3=:4 >66E:?8 2E E96 pC>@CJ U2>Aj #64C62E:@?
CoMo Restaurant Week shines spotlight on local restaurants
Restaurant owners and local businesses are coming together again to heat things up this winter season when business may be slow. The first winter COMO Restaurant Week takes place from Friday to Feb. 8 at businesses across the city. Marketing coordinator Mary Herndon said she works behind the scenes with restaurant owners to design, print and deliver the menus to expand on progress made by 2025's Summer COMO Restaurant Week.
Ten non-horror films to watch this Halloween season
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Mizzou chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus. As it grows later in the fall season, the Halloween festivities quickly approach. Everywhere you go, you see the eerie decor, scarily realistic costumes and worst of all, the nightmarish horror movies your friends force you to watch. If you are anything like me, you hate the feeling of being unnerved or frightened, especially when watching a movie.
Costumes you may expect to see in the 2025 Halloween season
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Mizzou chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus. With Halloween around the corner, you may already be thinking about your costume (or costumes)! Every year, there are a handful of costumes that will be seen everywhere you go. So, whether you need inspo for your own Halloween attire or want to avoid wearing what everyone else is wearing, here are seven costume ideas that I expect to be popular this Halloween season.
Snow White: Is all press really good press?
“Snow White” (2025) has been under fire for its casting choices, portrayal of the seven dwarves and fresh approach to the story. As of April 2025, it is rated at a 1.6/10 on IMDb, and a 40% on Rotten Tomatoes. But how much of this criticism is actually a reflection of the film’s quality? And how much of it is unnecessary hatred for Rachel Zegler, and the new, diverse take on the film? And why is everyone so mad at Disney?
Voice-Cloning AI: How it is used in the film industry and what it means for the future of acting
Artificial Intelligence—more casually known as AI—has been a longstanding point of contention amongst those involved in the film industry. Many cite worries that AI will remove job opportunities for actors and filmmaking crew alike. The SAG-AFTRA strike of summer 2023, during which over 150,000 industry actors revolted against unfair working conditions, highlighted the fear and doubtfulness of the guardrails against AI use for entertainment making in the industry.
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