Angelica Thok, 3, dances in front of the bubble machine at Family Fun Fest on Wednesday at Albert-Oakland Park in Columbia. Playing in the bubbles was one of Angelica’s favorite activities at the fest, her father, Phea Thok, said.
Janaya Weikemper, left, cries tears of joy after her volleyball game while being embraced by her mother, Jana Weitkemper at Battle High School in Columbia, Missouri. Battle players had an emotional celebration after the school's first-ever volleyball victory over a local rival, the private Helias Catholic.
Rabbi Avraham Lapine stands near the front of the crowd during a vigil on October 7, 2024 in Columbia, Missouri. The event was put on by MU’s Hillel and Chabad organizations and held at Traditions Plaza.
Mizzou's Aidan Shaw watches the ball along with multiple Howard University players on Friday, November 8 at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. The Tigers earned their first victory since Dec. 30, snapping a 20-game losing streak.
For one night only, a modern downtown venue in downtown Columbia was turned into an enchanted fairytale escape: a ball inspired by the regency era of 1800s England. Patrons flocked to the dance floor to waltz, many donning floor-length gowns or suites, masks, wigs and tiaras. The ceiling and tables were decorated with flowers and butterflies. In the corner, a string orchestra welcomed guests into the ballroom playing instrumental versions of modern pop songs.
Saunders Claus, left, watches as Mrs. Claus embraces Bryony Holtzclaw, 3, at a free event at Orr Street Studios on Friday in Columbia, Missouri. “Having a non-white Santa Claus was the biggest reason (we came),” Holtzclaw’s father, Brennan Holtzclaw, said. “And getting her into the spirit of the season. This is her first time really knowing what’s going on.”
