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Freshman Riley de León inspires others through writing

Emma Diltz • September 23, 2014

Freshman Riley de León always wanted to write a book. “I remember being 8 years old with my first computer with Microsoft Word,” de León said. “I always loved writing.” His passion followed...

Lakota to fuel festival-goers

Hannah Black • September 23, 2014

There’s no shortage of coffee shops in a college town, especially in the form of chain stores that seem to be scattered around every few blocks. However, some coffee fans feel that a key part of the...

Graduate student’s app, WillCall, acquired by Ticketfly

Ann Marion • September 23, 2014

Students at the Trulaske College of Business could take some advice from graduate student Brad White, whose mobile application WillCall was recently acquired by Ticketfly. WillCall offers iOS and Android...

Letter from the (MacK)editor: Paint the town Blue(s)

MacKenzie Reagan • September 23, 2014

It’s (almost) here, MOVErs. The annual Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival. Three days of music, food and fun. Allow MOVE to be your guide to all that’s going on this weekend. In this issue, we’ve got...

Hot dog carts offer more than just a quick meal

Stevie Myers • September 23, 2014

When students need to grab a quick lunch between classes, the hot dog carts around campus are well known for offering an affordable meal and a friendly face. Umar Mohmed, owner of Zou Doggs, located outside...

Makes Scents makes sense as vendor

Katie Parkinson • September 23, 2014

Being a VIP at any event comes with various perks. For VIPs at this year’s Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival, these perks include updated portable toilets by local sponsor and store Makes Scents. According...

Sixth annual 23:59 Play Festival comes alive with ‘Sex and Death’ theme

Taylor Ysteboe • September 23, 2014

What could you do in 24 hours? Watch all eight “Harry Potter” movies and then begin the process again? Write an extensive research paper on the commercialism of art in modern America? Read all of Leo...

Racing for education

Cristen Milliner • September 23, 2014

On Saturday, more than 1,000 runners will gather at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia for the sixth annual Roots N Blues N BBQ Half Marathon and 10K Run, as a part of the annual Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival....

‘Challah for Hunger’ raises money for local food bank

Rachel Phillips • September 23, 2014

This fall, Mizzou Hillel began a new project aimed at helping the community called Challah for Hunger. The project’s goal is to raise money for the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri, headquartered...

Matthew Curry has the blues

Corin Cesaric • September 23, 2014

Up-and-comer Matthew Curry is definitely someone to keep an eye on as he rises to the top of the music scene. At just 19, he has already made a name for himself by touring with The Steve Miller Band,...

New BEC handbook promotes competition, creativity

Waverly Colville • September 23, 2014

The Board of Elections Commissioners handbook that passed last semester loosened regulations, encouraging more competition and creativity for the upcoming Missouri Students Association presidential election. Normally,...

Biscuits N Blues

Marilyn Haigh • September 23, 2014

The Ozark Mountain Biscuit Co. has been bringing a gourmet twist to a Southern staple on the streets of Columbia for just over a year. The distinctive yellow truck can be seen all over town serving up...