Boone Life

Greg Morton has performed in Columbia for more than 20 years. He uses a combination of impersonations, singing and dances to entertain audiences.

Allison Reinhart was diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease when she was 16 months old. But the disability didn't stop her from pursuing her dream of becoming an artist.

Sandi Adams surrounds herself with images and items from the past. She's a collector, but not just of anything. She's nostalgic for memorabilia from the 1950s — an era that she calls a simpler time.

A Missouri collector finds comfort and joy in the land of Oz and 1950s memorabilia.

MU welder Mark Morris and his family run a farm outside Columbia. They raise grass-fed pigs, chickens and sheep to cut costs and produce animals with a higher quality of life.

Alisa Calvert, postmaster in Ashland, believes knowing the community and its residents is the most important role.

Alisa Calvert, postmaster in Ashland, believes knowing the community and its residents is the most important role.

Jessica Fay, who is white with blond hair, is not the stereotypical Muslim. During the past two years, she has learned to appreciate Muslim traditions such as wearing a hijab.

Mike Cooper, owner of Cooper's Landing, has worked along the Missouri River for more than 30 years. He's looking to sell the property in the next few years so he can enjoy just living in the area.

Heuer's Country Store and Cafe for 12 years has been a hub for rural residents in northern Boone County.

George Robb II creates tables, beds, candlesticks, chandeliers and more in his blacksmith shop, built in the garage of his Rocheport home. Blacksmithing is both a challenge and a way to relax for him, a "comforting, relaxing, spiritual thing," he said.

Two 15-year-olds, Katie Radel and Harper Wright, participated in their first duck hunt this October.

Shakespeare's Pizza will open its third location on Peachtree Drive in south Columbia

A Columbia-based group of female cyclists enjoys weekly rides around town.

Visitors from across Missouri explored Shryocks Callaway Farms' corn maze located east of Columbia on Saturday. Others spent their Saturday roasting marshmallows or working on crafts at Bass Pro Shop.

MU graduate students have helped nonprofit organizations receive grants for financial assistance.

Alpacas captivated both Sandra Binder and those who visited her farm Saturday.

River Hills Harvest is one of the largest farms for elderberries in the country.

Entertainment at the festival will include music, comedy and mixed martial arts.