Holding on to Hope: Carol Baker’s Story
ROLLA, Mo. – On a warm June morning in 1970, 19-year-old Carol Baker left an appointment with her doctor, D. F. Andreassen, MD, at his office in Rolla. She went about her day, excited to welcome her first child in 2 months. Later that afternoon, though, she experienced back pains unlike the typical aches and pains of pregnancy. When they began coming at regular intervals, Carol called Dr. Andreassen and rushed to Phelps County Memorial Hospital (now Phelps Health). Just 5 hours later, she delivered her son,
Backyard BBQ Bash raises nearly $19,000 to support area foster, adoptive and kinship families
Jefferson City, Mo. — Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association raised $18,772.41 during its fourth annual Backyard BBQ Bash on Tuesday, June 2, at The Millbottom in Jefferson City. Approximately 125 guests gathered for an evening of food, music, games and community support for foster, adoptive and kinship families across central Missouri. Perfect weather helped create a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere for the event. The event featured pork steaks grilled by MFA Oil volunteers, face painting
Brewer Science Releases 2026 Impact Report, Marks Eleventh Consecutive Year of Zero Waste to Landfill Certification
Brewer Science, a global leader in developing and manufacturing next-generation materials and technologies for the semiconductor industry, today released its 2026 Impact Report, detailing continued progress across environmental stewardship, people-first initiatives, community engagement, and collaborative innovation. Additionally, the company announced it has earned GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill certification for the eleventh consecutive year, remaining the first and only company in the
Full Cast Announced for Tony Nominated Taylor Louderman led Production of ‘The Addams Family’ at Ozark Actors Theatre
Rolla, MO – Ozark Actors Theatre (OAT) presents The Addams Family in their 2026 professional main stage season. This classic comic, turned tv show, turned film is now a musical and gets its full cast announced for OAT’s production! OAT alum Shaina Vencel and newcomer Matt Paris will lead the production as Morticia and Gomez Addams alongside founding company member Cindy Beger playing Grandma Addams. Audiences will also recognize alumni Caleb D. Long and Evan Wittstock as Uncle Fester and Lurch. Rounding
40+ fathers to graduate from Good Dads’ responsible fatherhood program
Good Dads, Missouri’s leading father-focused nonprofit, anticipates nearly four-dozen fathers to attend a formal graduation ceremony next month honoring their accomplishments. The graduation, hosted annually by Good Dads, celebrates the achievement and commitment of New Pathways for Good Dads participants as they work to be more involved in the lives of their children. The ceremony is at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 4, in the sanctuary of the Downtown Church on the corner of Walnut and Jefferson streets. The
Helping Hands and a Heart of Gold
ROLLA, Mo. – At just 16 years old, Brooklyn Raines is already making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. A senior at Waynesville High School, she balances academics, athletics and extracurricular activities like National Honor Society and Way-Med, a program for students exploring healthcare careers. But what sets Brooklyn apart is her heart for serving others. Growing up in a family committed to giving back nurtured her spirit of service from a young age. Brooklyn learned that even small acts
Backyard BBQ Bash returns to Jefferson City June 2 with food, fun, and purpose
Jefferson City, Mo. – Some of the best moments in life happen around a table, and on Tuesday, June 2, the community is invited to gather for an evening that brings those moments to life. Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association will host its annual Backyard BBQ Bash from 5:30-9 p.m. at The Millbottom, 400 W. Main St., Jefferson City. The relaxed, family-friendly event brings people together for great food, connection, and a shared purpose of supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families
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