SUMMER 2009 EDITION
MISSOURI URBAN JOURNALISM WORKSHOP
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Residents opt to vacation at homeMissourians are taking "staycations" within state to save money. The alternative forces families to find fun in their own backyard. |
Engaged couples cut wedding expenses during tough timesAs the average wedding cost hits a decade low, businesses feel the cutbacks from scaled-down weddings. |
High school achievers intrigued by in-state optionsPublic universities are seeing more students with high test scores applying to save money by going to school in-state. |
Families make tough decisions to stay afloat
Some forgo cable, caller ID and luxuries to make it through these hard times.
Minor crimes in Columbia rise as economy falters
The number of crimes in Columbia hasn't changed significantly, but there has been a slight increase in larceny.
Businesses thrive despite recession
Shoe repair's and pawn shop's ability to provide personalized services keeps businesses out of dark recession.