Kayla Huett

(March 8, 2011)

Sseko Designs was created by alumna Liz Forkin Bohannon. The company's sandals are made from and created for women in Uganda to help fund education.

(Feb. 25, 2011)

Planned Parenthood on Providence Road provides reproductive health services to residents of Columbia and around mid-Missouri. The House passed a bill last week withdrawing funds to Planned Parenthood clinics nationwide.

(Feb. 22, 2011)

Senior Alicia Davis performs Friday night during Mizzou Idol in Jesse Auditorium. Sixteen contestants performed Friday for 1,500 audience members in Jesse Auditorium.

(Feb. 22, 2011)

Junior Sam Hargrove accepts his awards for Mr. LSPR and "best legs" Sunday night in Jesse Wrench Auditorium. This pageant was hosted to raise money for the DreamFactory, which serves seriously or chronically ill children.

(Feb. 22, 2011)

William Woods University freshman Whitney Burton competes in the women's long jump Friday afternoon at the Hearnes Center. MU hosted the Missouri Collegiate Challenge that brought colleges and universities from all around the region.

(Feb. 18, 2011)

Pipes are displayed at TNT Glass Designs on Ninth Street. Smoke shops are located around Columbia and provide an assortment of local handmade glass.

(Feb. 1, 2011)

Leroy Lee, also known as DJ p33r0y, performs Friday night during Dirty Disco at Eastside Tavern. Friday was Dirty Disco's one-year anniversary celebration.

(Dec. 10, 2010)

DJs Marvin Garden and Sheppa Peppa perform Tuesday night at The Blue Note for a dance party benefiting children in Uganda. The event was put on by the MU chapters of Invisible Children and Charity: Water to help rebuild war-ravaged schools.

(Nov. 2, 2010)

Columbia resident John Lock-Jaw performs Monday night at The Blue Fugue. The gathering was meant to raise awareness for students who are dissatisfied with the parking systems on campus.

(Oct. 29, 2010)

Bob Wood of Dawson Shoe Repair Shop stands in his store posing with a newly fixed boot. Wood has owned the business for 20 years.

(Oct. 22, 2010)

Henry Karpiak, brother of late Walter D. Karpiak, speaks on behalf of his brother Thursday afternoon at the MU Student Center Dedication. The dedication honored MU graduate Walter D. Karpiak and other former Mizzou Alumni Association leaders.

(Oct. 15, 2010)

Environmental Studies Director Jan Weaver speaks about majors and minors in the Environmental Studies program during a Sustain Mizzou meeting Wednesday night. Sustain Mizzou has begun discussing plans to start a "button campaign" to award buttons to students acting sustainably.

(Oct. 15, 2010)

Dancers perform a modern Philippine dance version of Tinikiling in Stotler Lounge on Thursday night. Barrio Fiesta, held by the Filipino American Student Association, featured food, dancing and modern music.

(Oct. 15, 2010)

Candidates for the Missouri House of Representatives Mary Wynne and Paul Quinn converse during a debate held at the Columbia Public Library on Wednesday afternoon. Candidates spoke on issues concerning home care, disability issues and family resources.

(Oct. 5, 2010)

Fulton resident Gretta Patten picks out a pumpkin at the 2010 South Farm Showcase on Saturday morning at MU South Farm on New Haven Road. This event was put on by the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources and featured activities such as a corn maze, live music and booths featuring CAFNR organizations.

(Oct. 5, 2010)

Columbia resident Edward Berg speaks at the City Council meeting on Monday night at City Hall. Berg addressed the council on a Sunshine request and Taser deployment.

(Oct. 1, 2010)

Make Scents, located on Ninth Street in Columbia, allows you to customize and create your own unique scents. You can use the store's alcohol-free fragrances to create your own perfume, lotions, soap, bath gels and candles.

(Sept. 29, 2010)

(Sept. 28, 2010)

A member of The Hulagans performs Saturday night during the Earthdance-Columbia Festival at First Christian Church. The Hulagans make their own hula-hoops while teaching people the art of hula-hoop dancing.

(Sept. 10, 2010)

Lyndsey Garza, president of MU's chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, speaks at a meeting Wednesday in Strickland Hall. NORML's main objectives detail the medicinal and recreational use of marijuana and industrial hemp usage. .

(Sept. 10, 2010)

Brooklyn, a Golden Retriever, shakes off water at the third annual Pooch Plunge on Tuesday night at the Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center.

(Sept. 3, 2010)

Customer Drew Stuart browses Thursday at Rock Bottom Comics located at 1029 E.Walnut St. Rock Bottom carries many comic books from nationally-known artists as well as local ones.

(Aug. 31, 2010)

The Missouri Historic Costume and Textile Collection located in Gwynn Hall is an exhibit used by Textile and Apparel Management students for both research and inspiration. This exhibit, which was established in 1967, features over 5,000 articles of clothing, with some dating back to the 16th century.

(Aug. 27, 2010)

Galactic Fun Zone, a hangout geared toward college students, has been the site for several recently reported gunshot incidents and disturbances. The Columbia Police Department responded to a reported gunshot at the arcade earlier this week and arrested two men for trespassing during the investigation.

(April 22, 2010)

Students camp out Tuesday night on Carnahan Quadrangle during the Invisible Children Legacy Tour. Invisible Children is a humanitarian organization centered on education and mentorship of children soldiers in Uganda.

(April 22, 2010)

Junior Kristina Tan receives a backrub from Stressbusters member Jessi Loos on Thursday in Stotler Lounge. Stressbusters is offering free massages in Memorial Union for the next two weeks for students to relax before finals.

(April 12, 2010)

Aliga Picuga gives assistance to grandson Linn Becevic, 3, of Columbia on Kite Flying Day on Saturday in Douglass Park. The free event was held to promote outdoor activities and to encourage coordinating time to spend with children and family.

(April 12, 2010)

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park volunteer Jon Rapp presents a slideshow of mushrooms Monday night at the ranger station in the park. The event, Mushrooms in Mid-Missouri, is a program dedicated to mushroom identification and education.

(April 9, 2010)

Members of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws and Safer Alternative for Enjoyable Recreation rally Thursday afternoon in Speakers Circle. This rally advocated the Emerald Initiative, which is in favor of providing students with an alternative to drinking.

(April 9, 2010)

Parents and children pass by trucks of all sizes at the Tons of Trucks event Tuesday at Cosmo Park. The event gave children the opportunity to explore vehicles, such as tractors, police cars and fire trucks.

(April 9, 2010)

Maude Vintage in downtown Columbia has an assortment of ties in different colors and prints. Those prints and colors display the edginess and eccentricity every man should have.

(April 5, 2010)

Traci Wilson-Kleekamp, diversity coordinator for the School of Medicine, is recognized for her use of the sunshine requests and her work in genealogy. Wilson-Kleekamp works to help others find their family history and is immersed in tracing her own roots.

(April 5, 2010)

Mayor Darwin Hindman listens to a citizen's address during his last City Council meeting as mayor Monday night in City Hall.

(March 23, 2010)

Four Front hosts a minority census meeting Monday in Stotler Lounge. Four Front held the social to help increase the percentage of minority citizens included in the census.

(March 23, 2010)

(March 23, 2010)

Tim Mallory, owner of Mizzou Hot Dogs, sells a chili cheese hotdog to sophomore Stephen Jones on Monday afternoon outside Middlebush Hall. The hot dog vendor supplies a quick lunch for students on campus, as well as late night snacks around downtown Columbia.

(March 23, 2010)

Mayoral candidates Sid Sullivan, Jerry Wade and Paul Love speak during a debate sponsored by the Missourian on Monday night in Fisher Auditorium. The forum allowed mayoral candidates to debate on seven prearranged issues facing Columbia and its residents.

(March 23, 2010)

(March 19, 2010)

Barbara Buffaloe is the sustainability manager of Columbia's Sustainability Office. Buffaloe is the only employee of the office, which was created using a $1 million federal grant.

(March 19, 2010)

Patrons explore and shop Saturday at thrift store Leo's Old Clothes, located at 9 N. Ninth St. Vintage stores are a good option for shopping in Columbia, because they offer inexpensive and different outlooks on fashion.

(March 19, 2010)

Leo's Old Clothes, located at 9 N. Ninth St., provides an amusing and appealing vibe to its customers. Its store cat, military gear, interesting mannequins and unique clothing choices make it stand out from other thrift stores downtown.

(March 15, 2010)

Man in the Ring performs Saturday night at Studio 21 as part of a local music night featuring three other bands. Man in the Ring is a local reggae, rock and blues band.

(March 15, 2010)

Columbia residents Susie Brown, Dale Beasley and Kris Kristorror sing karaoke Saturday afternoon at the Stephens Lake Activity Center. The event, part of the Fifty Plus Program, is sponsored by the Older American Klub and gives people older than 50 a wide variety of recreational and social opportunities.

(March 15, 2010)

Nathan Stephens, senior coordinator of the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center, instructs a group of servers Sunday night at the Salute To Our Sisters Dinner at the center. The dinner marked the beginning of a week of events honoring women for Women's History Month.

(March 15, 2010)

Lifeguard Monique Anderson gives instructions to Columbia resident Kayla Ferguson, 6, to help her acquire her water badge for Girl Scouts on Saturday at Hickman Pool. This event, sponsored by Columbia Parks and Recreation, educated the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of Columbia in water safety and lifesaving.

(March 12, 2010)

(March 1, 2010)

Graduate student Jimmie Jones addresses the organizers of the town hall forum Monday night at the Gaines/Oldham Black Culture Center. The meeting was held in response to the vandalism that took place Friday at the Black Culture Center.

(Feb. 19, 2010)

Missouri Students Association senators held open office hours Tuesday afternoon in Stotler Lounge. Students could come and drop by and address any concerns or problems they had to the senators.

(Feb. 15, 2010)

Gator Swim Club athlete Arthur Mendes competes in the finals for the men's 200 freestyle Friday at the Mizzou Aquatic Center. The Missouri Grand Prix lasted four days and a total of 12 swimmers from the U.S. Swim Team competed in the event.

(Feb. 11, 2010)

Comedian Eric Schwartz, aka Smooth E, performs Thursday night at Deja Vu for Rockin' Against Multiple Sclerosis. RAMS is the largest philanthropic organization at MU and raises awareness and money for multiple sclerosis.

(Feb. 11, 2010)

Mayoral candidates Paul Love, Sid Sullivan and Jerry Wade and Columbia Chamber of Commerce President Don Laird speak at Thursday's town hall forum for political candidates. The meeting was wrapped up with the mayoral candidates answering questions from the public.

(Feb. 5, 2010)

Women move a seat down as they meet a beau at the Speed Dating Extravaganza hosted by the Legion of Black Collegians on Thursday in Stotler Lounge. The LBC hosts multiple events that help promote a positive influence for black students.

(Feb. 2, 2010)

A cat paws at its cage at the Central Missouri Humane Society. Check with your landlord before signing a lease if you have a pet you want to have in your rental property.

(Feb. 2, 2010)

The Central Missouri Humane Society at 616 Big Bear Blvd. offers a variety of animals up for adoption. College students looking for a new best friend can inquire about regulations and procedures by calling or visiting its Web site.

(Jan. 25, 2010)

Senior John Gilbert passes the ball to freshman Connor Downes on Saturday against Alabama at the Student Recreation Complex. The team took part in a Central Intercollegiate Division tournament against Alabama and UT Arlington last weekend.

(Jan. 25, 2010)

The MU College Democrats set up an informational tent Friday in Speaker's Circle to raise awareness for reproductive health and sexual education. The event commemorated the 37th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision.

(Jan. 25, 2010)

On Sunday, cars pass at the intersection of Brown School and Providence roads. The intersection was the site of a recent sobriety checkpoint that took place early Saturday morning, during which the Boone County Sheriff's Department stopped about 50 vehicles.

(Dec. 10, 2009)

Comedy Wars seniors Jon Wiele and Austin Huff perform Wednesday night at Bengal Liar in a skit titled 'Real World: Area 51.' Comedy Wars performed its last improv skits of the semester and will return next semester in its 12th season.

(Dec. 10, 2009)

Lights shine on the Delta Gamma sorority house Wednesday. The Interfraternity Council held council among fraternity houses at MU to see who had the best decorations, but sororities also joined in on the decoration.

(Dec. 10, 2009)

The men of Delta Upsilon sing carols Wednesday on the steps of the Delta Gamma sorority house, their first stop around Greektown.

(Dec. 7, 2009)

Although most individual CDS locations experienced an increase in revenue, they couldn't make up for the loss of Brady Food Court. In 2009, Truman's Takeout made approximately $500,000 less than the restaurants in old Brady Commons last year from July through October.

(Nov. 13, 2009)

Geology professor Larry Brown talks about the importance of clean energy Wednesday in Speakers Circle. The rally was organized by Coal Free Mizzou, an organization that works to create more energy efficient solutions for campus.

(Nov. 12, 2009)

Dave Griggs, Boone County Fire Protection District board member, presents newly appointed Fire Chief Scott Olsen the chief’s honorary firefighter helmet Thursday at the Boone County Fire Protection District Office. Olsen is the third fire chief in Boone County’s history.

(Oct. 29, 2009)

Blake Mycoskie, the creator of TOMS Shoes, speaks to an audience Wednesday in Jesse Auditorium about the start and operation of his shoe company which has sold nearly 50,000 pairs since its start in 2006. TOMS is a non-profit organization whose motto is one for one: For every shoe bought, one is given away to a child in need.

(Oct. 26, 2009)

Boonville resident and high priestess Rose Wise, high priest Steven Galbreath and James Taylor speak to a group about the history and rituals of Paganism Sunday at the Daniel Boone Regional Library. This meeting was meant to familiarize Columbia residents with Wiccan beliefs, as well as explain misconceptions about the religion.

(Oct. 26, 2009)

Tom Bradley, host of Wake Up Columbia on The Eagle/93.9 FM, auctions off a pie during the Annual Boone County Republicans Chili Supper on Friday night at the Elks Lodge of Columbia. This event, run by the Columbia Pachyderm Club, featured up-and-coming politicians, as well as Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo.

(Oct. 26, 2009)

High priest of Wicca Steven Galbreath and his daughter Heather Galbreath, of Columbia, show artifacts and symbols of Paganism on Sunday at the Daniel Boone Regional Library. The meeting was held to familiarize Columbia with Pagan beliefs, as well as to plan for the upcoming Halloween season.

(Oct. 22, 2009)

Graduate student Nicole Barkley plays with her pets while trying to get work done Monday at her house. As a new homeowner, Barkley has the possibility of getting a tax credit provided by the government.

(Oct. 15, 2009)

Former Sustain Mizzou President Ben Datema brainstorms ideas for Mizzou Dashboard during its first informational meeting Tuesday night in Virginia Avenue Garage. Mizzou Dashboard is a program observing energy use throughout the campus.

(Oct. 15, 2009)

Buck's Ice Cream Place celebrated its 20th anniversary with a ribbon cutting sponsored by Ambassadors-Columbia Missouri Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night in front of the shop. Buck's Ice Cream Place is a part of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.

(Oct. 15, 2009)

Sylvia and Elsa Volcert play with Truman the Tiger at Thursday's celebration of the 20th anniversary of Buck's Ice Cream Place.

(Oct. 15, 2009)

Columbia residents Linda Potter and son, Chance, 2, wait for their number to be called Thursday morning to sign up for Christmas presents donated by local charities distributed by the Voluntary Action Center. The giveaways provided gifts for 80 people a day for one week, which created long lines and waiting times.

(Oct. 12, 2009)

The YouZeum, a children's health museum at 608 Cherry St., has suffered cutbacks due to the economic recession. The museum has reduced its business hours and is changing its focus to educate home-schooled children as a result.

(Sept. 24, 2009)

Lilly Smith makes soap during a Crafternoon on Wednesday at the Craft Studio. The Craft Studio, located in Memorial Union, holds weekly classes and workshops with various art media.

(Sept. 21, 2009)

Paster John Battaglia speaks about being abolishers of modern day slavery Sunday at Christian Chapel Church. Battaglia's spoke in honor of Human Trafficking Awareness Week.

(Sept. 21, 2009)

Artist Bryan Christopher performs before speaking about the modern day slave trade Sunday at Christian Chapel Church. According to the event, an average of 27 million people are victims of human trafficking, the selling of people for the purpose of sex or labor.

(Sept. 19, 2009)

Mayor Darwin Hindman rides his bike around Columbia on Saturday, delivering groceries from the Columbia Farmer's Market. Hindman was a part of the bike expo put sponsored by GetAbout Columbia encouraging locals to walk and bike around town.

(Sept. 17, 2009)

The Robert. L Perry Juvenile Justice Center is where students awaiting jurisdiction are temporarily housed and schooled. This facility in Columbia helpes reform and reabilitate juveniles.

(Sept. 14, 2009)

Students tailgate before Saturday's game against Bowling Green State University at Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. Because of the recent closing of Reactor Field, many students were forced to find alternative places to tailgate.

(Sept. 14, 2009)

Students in Tiger's Lair raise their hands to support the football team during Saturday's game at Faurot Field. Student seating was rearranged this year, allowing more students to sit in a designated section by general admission, though the amount of seating has not changed from previous years.

Dirty Disco's one-year anniversary (Feb. 1, 2011)

Tales of a Tiger Homecoming (Oct. 26, 2009)