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JC Mattress Factory celebrates 90 years furnishing JCMO. With more than 100,000 square feet to work with — the size of 92 football fields — JC Mattress Factory covers every…
Past Times
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Past Times – A-Caroling They Go
The Jefferson City Cantorum has serenaded us for 50 years. photos provided by Nancy Waggoner What began as a double quartet has since become a legacy — a 50-year legacy…
Past Times – Homecoming History
A look at homecoming traditions in Mid-Missouri. photos by Judy Layher & Jefferson City Public Schools Mizzou homecoming — there’s nothing quite like it. Between the colorful floats, the beautifully…
Past Times – Here’s to You, Lorraine
Remembering Jefferson City’s favorite lady. Pete. Around here, you only need the first name. Lorraine, the same. Pete and Lorraine, no last name required. They became the First Couple of Jefferson City. There were certainly others with…
Past Times – The Scouting Tradition
Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts have a rich history of growth and service. In 1972, my brother’s pinewood derby car received more attention from my mom and dad than I…
Past Times – Appreciating Beginnings
Historic City of Jefferson works to identify and award JCMO’s historic buildings. photos by Jenny and Tony Smith When Laura Ward moved to Jefferson City with her family 17 years…
Colonel Bolton Home
This beautiful house holds personal and historical significance for Jefferson City. The Colonel Bolton Home sits high on a bluff overlooking the Osage River Valley, made with stone quarried from…
Past Times – Stewards of the Stories
The rich history of the Governor’s Mansion shines bright during the holidays. photos by Rebecca Gordon Christmas is a magical time of year. Everything is shiny and bright, from the…
Past Times – Sam B. Cook
In memoriam. On January 9, 1902, Central Bank took root in our community. Founded by former governor Lon V. Stephens, the Central Missouri Trust Company began its legacy with Sam…
Past Times – True Family Tradition
Riley celebrates 80 years of serving Jefferson City. by Jennifer Bondurant photos provided by The Riley Family Every September in the 1950s and ’60s, the new models from Chevrolet rolled…