Benjamin Miller

Nov 27, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Benjamin Miller |Brittany Hilderbrand

When some families find it difficult to budget gifts or vacations in line with the rest of their expenses, local organizations like Heart of Missouri United Way and Flourish are supporting families with the gifts of time and connection. "We're a connector for people to get what they need from the different organizations we work with," United Way spokesperson Adam Crumbliss said. "There's a lot of service to give and we want to continue our work so families can focus on spending time together."

Nov 27, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Benjamin Miller |Brittany Hilderbrand

When some families find it difficult to budget gifts or vacations in line with the rest of their expenses, local organizations like Heart of Missouri United Way and Flourish are supporting families with the gifts of time and connection. "We're a connector for people to get what they need from the different organizations we work with," United Way spokesperson Adam Crumbliss said. "There's a lot of service to give and we want to continue our work so families can focus on spending time together."

Nov 11, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Kyle Maki |Benjamin Miller |Brittany Hilderbrand |Cara Penquite

Jeanie Hasenbeck first heard about U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War when she was 17 years old, over a radio broadcast. While babysitting her nephew that night, she decided to learn more. Hasenbeck had no idea that the country described within the two-inch margins of her sister's encyclopedia would reshape her life in so little time.

Oct 30, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Benjamin Miller |Brittany Hilderbrand

By Benjamin Miller,Brittany Hilderbrand At times, parents raising children with disabilities can experience a sense of uncertainty establishing financial security for their adult children. This week, Easterseals Midwest held its first Missouri Disability Financial Summit for families and caregivers of loved ones with developmental disabilities focusing on strategies and advice on long-term financial planning.

Oct 18, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Benjamin Miller |Brittany Hilderbrand

By Benjamin Miller,Brittany Hilderbrand The American Heart Association organized its first STEM Goes Red event in mid-Missouri at Stephens College on Friday, to encourage eighth grade girls from Boone County to take up careers in STEM. Dr. Mozow Zuidema, the Columbia Go Red for Women Chair and a cardiologist at Boone Hospital Center, said organizing this event was personal for her.