Miss Congeniality
First thing you’ll notice about Stacy is her smile. Next, you’ll probably hear her infectious laugh; and if you’re lucky, you’ll get to know her irresistible personality….
Boone County Family Resources Takes the Plunge
At first the notion of jumping into a freezing cold lake dressed in a silly costume in the middle of February seems outrageous, especially if you signed…
A Chance to Belong
Ask Nathan what he likes about his job, and his response is typical for a young adult: Getting paid and meeting new people. But his answer goes deeper…
Spreading Her Wings
You could say Allison is something of a Dr. Doolittle. After all, “Animals like me,” she readily admits. But the 23-year-old is awfully popular with people, too,…
No Place Like Home
Moving to a new home is exciting. But let’s face it; sorting, packing and lugging our stuff is a hassle. Now imagine having two days to…
Building a Bright Future
Jessica had dreams two years ago when she graduated from Southern Boone High School. She wanted to work in the community, volunteer at the Humane Society…
A Special Recognition
A year ago members of the Arc of Missouri piled 5,000 shoes onto the floor of the State Capitol rotunda to represent the number of people with…
A Holiday to Remember
For most of us, spending time with friends and families is the highlight of our holidays. Nobody wants to be alone when it seems the rest of…
Creating a Future Together
If you want proof that early intervention can make all the difference for a child with a developmental disability and his family, you need look no…