Yinan Wu

1 month ago | columbiamissourian.com | Michael Baniewicz |Yinan Wu

After losing his grandfather and facing challenges at school, Truman Hall was dealing with emotions he couldn't quite figure out. It wasn't just his own grief that weighed on him - he saw how much his family was hurting, and he wanted to find a way to help.

Dec 25, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Yinan Wu

When Liz Randall picked out Rhoen, a lively border collie, she envisioned an exceptional future filled with joyful runs and agility competitions. Born into a lineage of champion agility dogs in Oregon, Rhoen was everything Randall was looking for: athletic, affectionate and eager to work.

Dec 11, 2024 | fultonsun.com | Yinan Wu

The holiday season is shining a little brighter this year, thanks to Sarah Richards' family and their gingerbread house light display. This year, the Columbia family's six-year tradition of transforming their home into a winter wonderland landed them a spot on the ABC reality show, "The Great Christmas Light Fight."The episode, which airs at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, on Channel 17, features the Richards competing against three other families.

Dec 10, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Cara Penquite |Yinan Wu

By Cara Penquite/Missourian,By Yinan Wu The holiday season is shining a little brighter this year, thanks to Sarah Richards' family and their gingerbread house light display. This year, the Columbia family's six-year tradition of transforming their home into a winter wonderland earned them a spot on the ABC reality show, "The Great Christmas Light Fight."

Nov 21, 2024 | columbiamissourian.com | Yinan Wu |Brandon Curry

By Yinan Wu,Brandon Curry The Joplin Turkey Trot, a Thanksgiving tradition in its 13th year, invites runners and walkers to join a morning event Nov. 28 in downtown Joplin. Organized by Starlit Running Co., the event offers a USATF-certified 5K course beginning and ending at Joplin City Hall, with an additional 1 Mile Fun Run for those interested in a shorter distance.