COMO Magazine

11/14/2025

Looking for something to spice up your holiday feast? Here is a new hit from Hoss — Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie.

Alrighty, folks, the holiday season is officially here. I know, I know… if you judge by store displays, it probably started two months ago. But let’s be real. November is a perfectly reasonable time to start thinking about Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Festivus, or whatever it is y...

11/13/2025

In this issue, Beth Bramstedt reflects on what it truly means to follow Jesus — and how that invitation still stands for us today.

Where have you heard the phrase “Follow me”? The most frequent place for me is when I’m at a restaurant. After the host asks how many are in my party, they say, “Follow me,” with the expectation the group will follow them to an available table. And with my mouth watering and stomach growli...

11/12/2025

What started as a dream in a small shop outside New Bloomfield has grown into a full-blown car community.

As the sun rises over the horizon, you can hear a Ford Mustang GT350 roaring down the track at Ozark International Raceway. That’s the sound of the First Annual GKR Motor Cars Track Day. This event isn’t just a marketing play — it’s part of a much bigger plan to build a community around GKR....

11/11/2025

As featured in the 2025 COMO Holiday Gift Guide: Sarah Jane Photography. Give your loved ones the thoughtful, personal, and timeless gift of a portrait this holiday season!
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11/11/2025

Navigating health insurance can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. For nearly 25 years, Missouri Connections for Health has helped Missourians understand their coverage options, enroll in plans, and access vital resources.

For those unfamiliar with the ins and outs of health insurance, enrolling in a new plan or deciding to stay with the same one can feel overwhelming. Policies and the health care landscape are constantly evolving, and amid the demands of daily life, it can be challenging to choose the best option and...

11/10/2025

As featured in the 2025 COMO Holiday Gift Guide: The District! Make sure to purchase Downtown Columbia Gift Cards for your loved ones this holiday season! 🎁como411.com/como-holiday-gift-guide

11/10/2025

Introducing the Art Shed — a new creative space for youth at Flourish Initiative built by Job Point's students and supported by local partners.

As Beatrice Stewart watched residents at the Flourish shelter work on art projects at the shared kitchen table late last year, it became clear that the young artists were trying to unwind and relax in the midst of chaos. “We needed a designated art space, somewhere where they can go to escape and ...

11/07/2025

When Rock Bridge High School senior Adrian Tovar-Yampara heard his father collapse, he didn’t freeze — he acted. Using skills he learned in his EMT class, Adrian performed CPR that saved his father’s life before paramedics arrived. https://ow.ly/6WVi50XnrQ0

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11/07/2025

Maybe you heard: Trader Joe's opened here on October 30. Please tell us if you have been there yet, and what are the one or two things that you think the rest of us MUST buy and try?

Crowdsourcing for "The Last Word" in the December issue of COMO Magazine. Go ...

11/06/2025

“Retirement? I really suck at it.”
John LaRocca has spent decades making meals, mentoring chefs, and keeping COMO’s food scene burning bright.

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11/06/2025

Located in the old Breeze Bridal & Prom, Studio San's pop-up boutique brings a touch of New Delhi to COMO, blending timeless style with modern design.

Studio San, featured as a “Closer Look” in the January 2025 issue of COMO Business Times, has set roots — at least for now — in the old Breeze Bridal & Prom storefront. Owner Shreya Bhola, originally from New Delhi, India, first opened her shop in her home in 2024, with the goal of relocatin...

11/05/2025

Rising vet costs have many pet parents asking: is pet insurance worth it? 🐾

Americans spent more than $39 billion on veterinary care and products in 2024, and that number continues to climb. With veterinary bills skyrocketing, pet insurance has become a quickly growing trend in pet care. “Pet insurance is so huge right now,” said Bobbi Wilson of Peace Love Paws Pet Sitt...