There was laughter. There were tears. There was plenty of applause. But most of all, there was a huge sense of accomplishment on Friday. The Jellybean Festival was first held eight years ago in 2014 after a Mexico, Missouri, drama teacher was inspired by Dr. Howard Martin’s play “Jellybean Conspiracy.” The event provides the opportunity […]
With the mask mandate no longer in effect, a fairly calm meeting appears to be in store for the Columbia School Board on Monday. The agenda includes a vote on next year’s school calendar and presentations on district revenue and a kindness club at Gentry Middle School. Revenue update Heather McArthur, chief financial officer for […]
