Guide to Southern Boone

Progress with a Spirit of Tradition

Opposites often exist not despite each other, but because of each other.

Success as a result of failure.

Strength grown from pain. Change requiring constants. Progress rooted in tradition.

We appreciate the inherited knowledge of those who came before us.

We honor their accomplishments and their struggles with one hand reaching forward and one hand reaching back; lifting each other as we climb.

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Hartsburg

By: Ernie Wren

Hartsburg, MO is probably best known locally for the annual “Pumpkin Festival” in October with the many different types of crafts and food, along with a fun parade, and thousands of participants. The mention of Hartsburg may also bring thoughts of enjoying live music and great food at “The Burg,” or a refreshing drink at the “Hitching Post.” These are wonderful attractions in this small town, but there are many other adventures a family can enjoy in and around the Hartsburg community.

Hartsburg has a long history. Luther and Aurelias Hart purchased several hundred acres in the bottom lands and started farming there in 1870. About this time, they sold rights-of-way to the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad (MKT) which now makes up the Katy Trail. In 1893, a railroad station named “Hart City” was established, and the town was officially incorporated as Hartsburg in 1901. The town has been continually improved upon by the Progressive Committee, with bi-annual fundraisers that helps the city purchase streetlights, pave roads, install Christmas decorations, upgrade the park, and handle other needs as they came along. (https://www.visitcolumbiamo.com/directory/ hartsburg-missouri/). According to the United States Census Bureau, which appears to vary from site to site, Hartsburg had a population of about 122 in 2011, and today hovers around 120.

Next to the Katy Trail, one can find a nice bench upon to rest, children can play on playground equipment, and visitors can view the Katyrest Caboose in Hartsburg Park. For those wishing to camp overnight, there is the Hart Creek Retreat and the Hartsburg Trailhead which offer the opportunity to pitch tents. Close to the park is the Samuel E. Hackman Building, also referred to as the A.L. Barner Hardware Company Building, at 30 S. Second Street. It is a historic commercial building built in 1897 with an iron

and frame storefront and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

This brings us to the Hart Creek Conservation area which is located about a mile or so outside of Hartsburg along the Hart Creek Road. The Missouri Department of Conservation states, “This area is 657-acres of managed forest, woodland, and bluff natural communities, with a few scattered oldfields. A multi-use hiking and bicycling trail runs through forested hills and limestone/dolomite cliffs. The area features a wooden overlook, a two-acre fishing lake, and a primitive camping area accessible by the adjacent Katy Trail State Park. The area offers public hunting, fishing, wildlife watching opportunities.” Operating hours are 4am to 10pm. For those that like to fish the lake, you will find good fishing for bass, bluegill, and crappie, as well as a fair number of catfish.

Another wonderful place to stop is the Lions Club Park on the outskirts of Hartsburg toward the river. It has a nice ball field, concessions, and playground equipment, and may remind you of “Field of Dreams” as it is nestled within crop fields. The Lions Club is quite active in the community, providing the recent fireworks shows, hosting fundraisers, and being a hub for local youth athletic events. Along with the Lions Club is the Hartsburg American Legion Post 424 which also provides fundraisers for special needs, along with being a community center for events. The hall is available for rent, and is a great place to host family reunions, birthdays, etc.

One can find a bevy of events and activities by going to Facebook sites such as “Hartsburg Happenings,” “Hartsburg Farmers Market,” and of course the “Hartsburg Pumpkin Festival.” Or one can simply take a walk around the four-block square of downtown Hartsburg and just enjoy the quaint shops and peaceful scenery.

Hartsburg History

In the 1870’s, Luther D. Hart and Aurelias B. Hart bought several hundred acres of land in the area and began farming. Soon after, they sold a right-of-way to the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, known as the MKT, or Katy.

A railroad station named Hart City was established in 1893 and the town was officially incorporated as Hartsburg in 1901. It was a farming community of hardworking and religious immigrants. Electricity came to town in 1919, earlier than most Missouri communities. An electric cooperative was established in 1929. Fundraising was handled by the Progressive Committee, which is still in existence today. Twice a year, fall and spring fundraisers

help purchase street lights, pave the roads, install Christmas decorations, upgrade the park or whatever else the little town needs.

Today the population hovers around 130. The town is home to two churches, two taverns, a winery, a cafe, an antique restoration business and, in the summer and fall, fresh produce stands. Often you’ll see a coffee can sitting on a picnic table and customers pay on the honor system.

The Hartsburg Pumpkin Festival is held each year on the second Saturday and Sunday of October, which includes games, foods, and crafts. Each year during the festival tens of thousands come to eat and shop at the numerous venues and food booths.

Ashland City Hall

Kyle Michel City Administrator

Greetings and welcome to the City of Ashland. As the Mayor of Ashland, I am excited to have you a part of our community and thank you for taking the time to learn more about our community and municipal organization. You are always welcome to visit us online at www.ashlandmo.us to learn more about specific departments, events, or local laws and policies.

The City of Ashland has experienced record setting growth over the last five years, bringing our 2020 Census population to 4,747. As the fastest growing community in Boone County we take pride in Ashland and Southern Boone County being a desirable place to live and raise a family. Our convenient location on Highway 63 at the midpoint between Columbia and Jefferson City makes for an easy commute to major employment centers or big city amenities.

We continue to see new businesses and new residential developments coming to Ashland with the last year bringing with it many economic development successes. Family favorites such as Scooters Coffee and Taco Bell now provide additional options to our residents while also attracting highway traffic to our community; which in turn, bolsters our tax base and economic vitality. 2023 is building upon 2022’s successes which will bring with it the formal opening of the Ranken Technical College campus as well as commercial additions such as Domino’s Pizza and O’Reilly Auto Parts.

To support these types of investments within our community, the City is currently underway with a variety of public infrastructure projects. Most recently, the City completed the renovation of the ballfield at City Park which also included the installation of new restroom facilities. South Main Street is currently under construction with contractors installing new water mains and making preparations to repair the road deck. Contractors are also mobilizing to extend Perry Avenue which will provide safer access to neighborhoods in the area while also extending commercial access from East Ashland Plaza south to Ranken Tech. South Henry Clay Boulevard will be the next project underway with contracts approved to conduct a resurfacing project in the coming months.

If you would like to learn more about our City and how we operate, our regular business meetings of the Ashland Board of Aldermen occur on the first and third Tuesdays of every month starting at 7:00 pm. We welcome you to join us at City Hall and look forward to hearing from you. As always, do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.

Dorise Slinker, Mayor City of Ashland, Missouri dslinker@ashlandmo.us

Ashland Board of Aldermen

The Mayor is elected at large for a two year term. The Board of Aldermen is the policy making body to the city government. The City is divided into three wards and two Board of Aldermen members are elected from each ward for a two year term. You may contact the Aldermen for your ward at the following numbers to report any problems or concerns. (ashlandmo.us)

Nathan Volkart Term Expires: 2025 nvolkart@ashlandmo.us

Loren Plank Term Expires: 2024 lplank@ashlandmo.us

Stephanie Bell Term Expires: 2025 sbell@ashlandmo.us

Melissa Old Term Expires: 2024 mold@ashlandmo.us

Rick Lewis Term Expires: 2024 rlewis@ashlandmo.us

David Wilson Term Expires: 2025 dwilson@ashlandmo.us

Ashland Ward Map

Ashland Police

Message From The Chief

The men and women of the Ashland Police Department welcome you to our city.

We are committed to providing professional law enforcement service to our residents, business partners, and visitors. We work with the people we serve to further our shared goal of having a safe and peaceful community.

Our officers perform their jobs with courage, ethical behavior, commitment, and professionalism. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of organizational excellence, and individual honesty, morality, and integrity.

Every member of the Ashland Police Department truly cares about the safety of our community and providing excellent customer service. Our staff responds to the

public safety needs of the community with the most effective measures available with the primary focus of ensuring the safety and well-being of our citizens and visitors.

Your ideas and opinions are valuable to us. Please contact me if you find that the Ashland Police Department is not living up to your expectations or if we have exceeded them. I will always listen to your concerns and strive to be open and honest with the community. Thank you for your support and the opportunity to be a part of our fine city.

Scott Young Interim Chief Ashland, Missouri Police Department

Southern Boone County Fire Protection District

By: Jim Bullard

The Southern Boone Fire Protection District cut the ribbon and opened its fifth fire station in the district last year. The addition of Station 21 on Highway MM just west of Andrew Sapp Rd means that nearly everyone in the district will live within five miles of a fire station. Housing starts west of Ashland precipitated the need for the fire station, which will include a fire engine a grass rig for natural cover fires and a boat for rescues on the Missouri River. The new station will also serve as a training area for firefighters for natural cover fires.

The new station was approved by voters in the April 2020 election bond issue, which purchased two new grass rigs and two new tanker trucks which have arrived and have been placed in service. A new Rescue Engine which is scheduled for delivery later this year.

More than 30 volunteers are active firefighters in the Southern Boone Fire District, led by Fire Chief Jim Bullard and Assistant Deputy Chief Colin Wright responded to 797 calls for service last year. The district also attends multiple fire safety and public education events.

Covering 125 square miles in Southern Boone County, the district is served by four existing stations, including: Hartsburg, Mount Pleasant Road, Henry Clay Blvd and a station near the Columbia Regional Airport. Living quarters are provided for volunteers at some of the stations. Residents live in those quarters for free as long as they respond to fire calls.

The district also pays a small stipend, similar to mileage, for those responding to calls and provides shift pay for two volunteers for a 12-hour shift. Those volunteers are required to stay within the district and respond to each call as available during their shift. The district reports that this practice has improved response times, especially for medical calls - the most common call for service.

The fire district is managed by a volunteer elected board of five members: Terry Hilgedick, president; Brandon Glascock, Nick Glascock treasurer; secretary; Alicia Ozenberger and Corey Sapp. They meet the second Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. at the training center, east of 63 on Rt Y. The public is invited to attend the open meeting.

Emergency Services

The Southern Boone area is served by a University of Missouri Hospital ambulance service and its EMTs. In 2006, the community banded together to raise the funds to build an ambulance base, located on Henry Clay just south of the fire station. The ambulance base is staffed 24/7. Paramedics are employees of University Hospital, however, they will transport patients to the hospital of their choice in Columbia or Jefferson City.

“Having an ambulance in Ashland decreases the amount of time for medical personnel to reach a patient in the south county community,” said Southern Boone Fire Protection District Board member Jim Cunningham. University Hospital medical personnel say that the ambulance service in not just about saving lives, it is about improving outcomes.

“We all have better outcomes from a heart attack patient by reaching that victim faster,” said manager of emergency services Brenda Jensen.

Southern Boone firefighters also provide emergency assistance and are often the first on the scene, whether it is a medical emergency, car crash or other emergency. Firefighters are trained to stabilize victims and take charge of the scene as emergency personnel arrive.

Recently, Boone County residents voted to pay for improved and enhanced 911 services. Boone County has started serving its residents with additional personnel and equipment. The County serves its residents from a new emergency services facility at the Boone County Sheriff’s Department campus.

For an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency situations, call 311.

Ashland City Hall 573-657-2091

Ashland Police

Non-emergency 573-657-9062

Boone County Sheriff’s Department

Non-emergency 573-875-1111

Joint Communications 573-442-6131

U.S. Post Office, Ashland 573-657-2103

Southern Boone County Fire Protection District

Non-emergency 573-657-2370

Allied Waste 573-635-1424

T-Mac Solid Waste 573-814-2844

U.S. Post Office, Hartsburg 573-657-2300

Veolia Services 1-800-778-7652

Ameren 1-800-552-7583

Boone Electric 449-4181 1-800-225-8143

Century Link 1-800-201-4099

Consolidated Public Water District Boone County 573-449-0324

Boone

Healthcare

Health Care in Mid-Missouri is among the best - and headquartered in Columbia. Several satellite physicians offices also serve smaller communities:

Southern Boone County Family Care

605-C Douglas Drive • 573-657-9354

A part of the BJC Medical Group of Missouri, this medical clinic located in Ashland can provide your family with the latest health care services. Dr. Nathaniel Hawthorne is the facility’s primary care physician and Sedra Ketcham is the nurse practitioner.

MU Physical Therapy

101 West Broadway • 573-884-9911

This service center partners with the Boone County Area YMCA to bring top level physical therapy to the Southern Boone County Area. A full fitness center is shared with the YMCA and can be used by patients. This site is run by one fulltime therapist and a part-time physical therapy supervisor.

Boone Hospital Center

1600 E. Broadway • 573-815-8000

The number one hospital in mid-Missouri, Boone Hospital Center is known for being home to the area’s most awarded and experienced physicians and the only nursing staff in mid-Missouri to achieve Magnet status for nursing excellence for over a decade. The hospital provides almost any service and hosts many educational events throughout the year.

Boone County Health Department

1005 W. Worley • 573-874-7335

The Boone County Health Department’s mission is to promote and protect the health, safety, and well-being of the community through leadership, partnership, and service. It is a low-cost clinic that provides a wide range of services to it’s visitors, including educational classes to promote healthy behavior.

Columbia Regional Hospital

404 Keene Street • 573-875-9000

Known for its Spine Center clinic and Family Birth Center, this hospital is owned by the University of Missouri. It is a full-service family health center with 210 beds and it offers a wide range of services.

Ashland Villa Senior Living/Assisted Living

301 S. Henry Clay Blvd. • 573-222-5650

Southern Boone seniors head to the Ashland Villa Senior & Assisted Living center for options in residential living.

Truman Medical Veterans Hospital

800 Hospital Drive • 573-814-6000

The Veterans Hospital’s mission is to honor its Veterans by optimizing their health and well-being through exceptional care, education, and research. The hospital has over 1,000 employees and offers comprehensive care including primary care, medical and surgical specialties, behavioral health, physical and occupational therapy and pharmacy services, along with many other types of care. Truman VA is affiliated with the University of Missouri and offers training opportunities for approximately 900 students each year.

University Hospital and Clinics

1 Hospital Drive • 573-882-4141

The University of Missouri Health Care is a network of hospitals including the University Hospital and Clinics, Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, Women’s and Children’s Hospital, the Missouri Orthopedic Institute and the Missouri Psychiatric Center, as well as 51 clinics. The Center offers a full spectrum of care, ranging from primary care to highly specialized, multidisciplinary treatment for patients with the most severe illnesses and injuries. MU Health Care employs over 6,000 physicians and consistently receives recognition as a leader in providing high-quality health care services.

Namaste Health Care

504 E. Broadway • 573-657-7330

Namaste Health Care clinic provides patients of all ages with a caring, individualized approach. Dr. Bridget Early is a physician specializing in family medicine who strives to provide comprehensive care and to assist patients in self care and in life issues. Her sister, Kate Branham, is the clinic’s family nurse practitioner and provides care ranging from well exams for all ages, acute and chronic illness management, groups in cognitive therapy, stress reduction and a breastfeeding support group.

Boone County Officials

The Boone County Commission is an elected three-member governing body with a Presiding Commissioner, a District I (Southern) Commissioner, and a District II (Northern) Commissioner.

The Commission establishes County policy; approves and adopts the annual budget for all County operations; approves actual expenditures for each department; supervises the operations of Public Works, Planning and Zoning, Building Codes, Human Resources, Purchasing, Information Technology, and Facilities and Grounds Maintenance; ensures County-wide compliance with numerous statutory requirements; and, acts as liaison with County boards, commissions, and other governmental entities.

The Boone County website, showmeboone.com, is a comprehensive site which can keep anyone updated on county activities. Boone County government is headquartered at the Roger B. Wilson Government Center at 801 Walnut in Columbia. The phone number is (573) 886-4305.

State of Missouri-Legislative Branch

State Senate - 19th District

Caleb Rowden - (R)

Phone:(573) 751-3931

State Representative - 44th District

Cheri Toalson Reisch - (R)

Missouri House of Representatives

Phone:(573) 751-1169

State Representative - 45th District

Kathy Steinhoff - (D)

Missouri House of Representatives

Phone:(573) 751-4189

State Representative - 46th District

David Tyson Smith - (D)

Missouri House of Representatives

Phone:(573) 751-9753

State Representative - 47th District

Adrian Plank - (D)

Missouri House of Representatives

Phone:(573) 751-1501

State Representative - 50th District

Doug Mann - (D)

Missouri House of Representatives

Phone:(573) 751-2134

Governor

Mike Parson - (R) Phone:(573) 751-3222

Lt Governor Mike Kehoe - (R) Phone:(573) 751-4727

Secretary of State

John R. Ashcroft - (R) Phone:(573) 751-4936

State Auditor

Scott Fitzpatrick - (R) Phone:(573) 751-4213

State Treasurer

Vivek Malek - (R) Phone:(573) 751-8533

Attorney General

Andrew Bailey - (R) Phone:(573) 751-3321

U.S. Senators

Josh Hawley - (R - MO)

Phone:(202) 224-6154

Phone:(573) 554-1919

Eric Schmitt- (R - MO)

Phone:(202) 224-5721

Phone:(573) 514-8680

U.S. House of Representatives

4th District

Mark Alford - (R)

Phone:(202) 225-2876

Phone: (573) 540-6600

3rd District

Blaine Luetkemeyer - (R)

Phone: (202) 225-2956

Phone: (573) 635-7232

Commissioner Kip Kendrick

Presiding Commissioner

Commissioner Justin Aldred

District I Commissioner

Commissioner Janet M. Thompson District II Commissioner

State of Missouri - Executive Branch Federal

Regional Economic Development, Inc.

OUR HISTORY

REDI was founded in 1988 when community leaders recognized the need to collaborate to attract, expand, grow, and support local business, and preserve the area’s exceptional quality of life. Our goal as a nonprofit, public/private partnership is to enhance the vitality of local businesses and increase the number of quality, sustainable jobs in Columbia, and throughout Boone County, MO. We continue to coordinate the area’s economic development activities to enhance the community’s economic base while preserving its exceptional quality of life. REDI is an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) as designated by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).

OUR MISSION

To assist in the creation of quality job opportunities that

support upward economic mobility for the residents of Columbia and Boone County.

OUR VISION

To work together with community partners in creating a better economic future for Columbia and Boone County.

OUR PURPOSE

To achieve organizational excellence that reflects strategic leadership, collaborative partnerships and financial sustainability.

REDI is funded by the City of Columbia, Boone County, the University of Missouri, and more than 100 local businesses and municipalities to coordinate the area’s economic development and business entrepreneurship activities. REDI is governed by a 18-person Board of Directors selected by and representing its public and private investors. https://www.columbiaredi.com/

Eagle Athletes

Upgraded Athletics Program

Voters in the school district approved a $3 million, no-tax-increase bond issue during the April 2022 election. The project included installing a new track, field turf, video scoreboard, sound system and additional bleachers to the north of the existing home bleachers. In addition to the project, the pressbox was also expanded thanks to the Southern Boone Athletic Booster Club. A majority of the project was completed by the end of August, just in time for the football and boys soccer seasons. Photo and story credit: Matt Sharp/Southern Boone Athletics

On May 6th, 2023, Southern Boone Senior Connor Burns became the U.S. high school 5,000-meter record holder after finishing in 13 minutes, 37.30 seconds at the On Track Fest in Walnut, California. Photo credit: Citius Mag

In February, Callie Bergthold became the first state wrestling champion in Southern Boone Schools history winning the Class 1, 115 lb. division. Photo credit: Matt Sharp/Southern Boone Athletics

An aerial look at the new track, field, expanded press box and bleachers. Photo credit: Matt Sharp/Southern Boone Athletics

The impressive new scoreboard is rumored to give Lakeside Ashland a run for their money.

Lady Eagles Varsity Basketball Team advanced all the way to the Final Four, where they placed fourth in the MSHSAA Class 4 State Championship. Congratulations to these girls for an amazing season! Photo credit: Matt Sharp/Southern Boone Athletics

Southern Boone Baseball advanced to the Semifinals in the MSHSAA Class 4 Championship. Congratulations to these boys on a great season as they finished strong with a 25-10 record. Photo credit: The Front Row Film

April Hayes Paralegal

Jeffrey Kays Attorney at Law

Parks

Ashland City Park

315 North College Street

Amenities: walking trail, pavilions, baseball field, tennis courts, playgrounds, pond, dog park, disc golf, restroom, picnic areas

Ashland Ridge Park

405 Mustang Drive

Amenities: picnic area

Hartsburg Trailhead Katy Trail

Downtown Hartsburg

Amenities: bathrooms, picnic table

Hartsburg Ball Park River Road

Amenities: restrooms, picnic tables, playground

Rock Bridge Memorial State Park

5901 South Highway 163

Columbia

Amenities: restrooms, picnic tables, trails

Ashland Lake

US Hwy Bus Route 63 to E Broadway then to E Route Y to S Shelton Lane

Pine Ridge Recreation Area

Meadowmere Drive

New Bloomfield

Amenities: bathrooms, picnic tables, camping, trails, fire pits

The Hartsburg Ball Field Park got a major upgrade this year thanks to a donation from the Veterans United Foundation, project lead Brad Cunningham, and a group of over 75 volunteers.

Southern Boone Area YMCA

More Than You Imagine

The Southern Boone Area YMCA is the place where families have fun and spend quality time together, kids play and build character, adults develop a healthier lifestyle, and neighbors connect with their community.

• Free Group Exercise Classes

• Youth and Adult Sports

• Personal Training

• Fitness Challenges

• Summer Camp

• Y-Club Before & After School Program

• Child Watch

• 24/7 Access

YMCA Paver Campaign

Personalized donor pavers will be used to fill the flagpole area in front of the new YMCA facility. Your donation allows you to contribute to the Southern Boone Area YMCA legacy that will be recognized for years to come.

YMCA Outreach Fund

Financial support for the Southern Boone Area Y’s Outreach Fund is provided by the Y’s fundraising programs and individual donations. Anyone who cannot afford membership or program fees can complete an Outreach application. Applications are available at the Welcome Desk.

Capital Campaign

Phase 1 is complete with over $2.6M raised through local grants, businesses, and individuals. However, we are still working diligently to raise the remaining $1.6M in order to start the next phase which includes indoor walking track and basketball courts. Please call Branch Director Kip Batye at 573.657.9622 ext. 7 or email kbatye@jcymca. org if interested in making a donation.

Fitness Classes

*Boot Camp

Cardio Kickboxing

*Elite Fitness

*Hot Yoga

Pilates

Pure Strength

Silver Sneakers

Suspension Training

*Fee based classes that require registration.

Hours of Operation

Facility Hours

Monday - Thursday: 5:00 a.m. - 10:00p.m.

Friday: 5:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday: 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Child Watch Hours

Monday - Saturday: 8:00 a.m – 10:00 a.m.

Monday - Thursday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cattlemen Days Rodeo

This year marked 50 years since the first Cattlemen Days Rodeo began on Friday, September 14th, 1973. The rodeo was founded by Mike Bauman, the former Executive Secretary of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. In 1975, the Ashland Optimist Club and the Cedar Valley Riders created a partnership to take over the reins, a partnership which endures to this day. Over its history, the rodeo has been held at various locations, such as the Crane family farm south of town, the University of Missouri South Farms, as well as at the current grounds at the Optimist Club. The Cattlemen Days Rodeo continues to be sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), which means it draws competitors from all over the nation. In a special celebration of the fifty-year history of the rodeo, Mr. Bauman was the Grand Marshall at the parade and in attendance at the rodeo as well. Drawing in the Ashland’s largest crowd of the year, this Southern Boone tradition carries on strong.

“Ashland’s own Linda Bauman rounds the third and final barrel Saturday night on her way to a tie for first place in the ladies barrel racing event.” Boone County Journal, August 15th, 1974

Ashland Future Farmers of America

The Ashland FFA is an organization for all students enrolled in Agriculture Education classes at Southern Boone County High School. Members of the Ashland FFA Chapter have the ability to develop premier leadership, personal growth and career success through participation in activities, conferences, and workshops that the FFA offers on a local, state and national level. FFA also focuses on community service projects that make a difference in the lives of people around them and in their community. There are many benefits for students who join the FFA.

Ashland FFA has two agriculture advisors, Rebekah Hammett and Jeff Suthoff that offer 10 agriculture classes and help to provide guidance to develop an outstanding program of activities. This year Ashland FFA was recognized as the second best chapter in the state in the National Chapter Award Program and was the winner of the Growing Leaders division. The chapter was also selected as the top ten chapter in the nation in the Growing Lead-

ers category. For the first time in chapter history, an Ashland FFA member was awarded State Star Farmer. This is a big deal in FFA! Ashley Sjostrand was awarded this honorable award for her extensive supervised agriculture experience. Over the past four years she has grown her swine and poultry operation into a notable business. She is also a National Finalist, one of the top four in the nation, in Diversified Livestock Production proficiency. We were also pleased to have three of our chapter members recognized in the proficiency areas at the state level. Ashley Sjostrand was 1st in Diversified Livestock Production, Ben Taylor was 1st in Diversified Crop Production Placement and Trent Hargis was 1st in Specialty Crop. This is a very large accomplishment.

We continually strive to provide members with many opportunities to help them to become great leaders, achieve goals and continue to grow as agriculture advocates.

Southern Boone County Public Library

The Southern Boone Public Library is a part of the Daniel Boone Regional Library system which serves Boone and Callaway Counties. Located at 109 N. Main Street, the Southern Boone Library provides a vast array of books, materials, programs and learning for all ages. Library cards for checking out items are free to anyone with proof of address in the DBRL district.

In addition to the most recent bestselling books, you can borrow music, movies, magazines and TV shows at the library. The website - dbrl. org - provides access to individual’s accounts as well as downloadable materials and streaming services. Materials from within the DBRL system, but not at the Southern Boone Library can be

checked out either online or at the library and picked up at the Ashland location. An Interlibrary Loan system is also available to borrow materials from another library in the State of Missouri.

The library will also deliver materials to those who are home bound or in a retirement facility. This can be arranged by calling Outreach Services at 573817-7097.

The Southern Boone Library meeting room is often a place for library programs or community meetings. Inquire for availability at the library. The library’s phone number is 573-657-7378; hours of operation are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and closed on Sunday and federal holidays.

Southern Boone Learning Garden

My name is Hope Sickmeier and I am the Learning Garden educator at Southern Boone County Primary/ Elementary. This is my 22nd year in this district and my seventh year as the garden educator. I absolutely love being in the garden and my goal is to foster that feeling in my students!

I have a Bachelor of Science in education from Southwest Baptist University and a Master of Science degree in elementary administration from William Woods University. Ashland has become my home and I’m so happy to be a part of this wonderful community! I have two amazing sons and four fantastic grandkids! I love being an Eagle and look forward to the best school year yet!

Also on the Learning Garden team is Lyra Noce. Born and raised in Southern Boone County, Lyra Noce returns to her roots as an Americorps Healthy Food Program Garden Educator. She is a graduate of Southern Boone Schools and the University of Missouri - Columbia with a Bachelor of Arts in Geography. Her life long love for gardening, small scale food production and preservation, and a desire to teach our youth a strong foundation in practical life skills made this position in the Learning Garden a perfect fit. She also hopes to engage and teach young chefs and food enthusiasts through imparting skills learned through over a decade of food service and restaurant management.

Lyra has two sons who attend Southern Boone Elementary. She resides with her husband, mother, and children on the land where she grew up. Hobbies include gardening, reading, and raising goats and chickens.

“In August 2023, the Boone County Commission presented a letter of intent to award ARPA funds in the amount of $450,000 to the Southern Boone School District. The funds will be used for the construction of a greenhouse at the Southern Boone Learning Garden at the primary and elementary schools, and a greenhouse at the high school for its agriculture department and award-winning Ashland FFA program.

Due to food insecurity and shortages experienced in recent years, the school district plans to help supplement its food services with vegetables grown by students and incorporate produce grown on-site into meals served at the school cafeterias. The ARPA funds will ensure the school district can provide highly nutritious meals to our students throughout the district, along with enhancing our educational program and improving student achievement.” (Courtesty of Southern Boone County School District)

Ashland Betterment Coalition

“Bettering Ashland is our Biz”

Hi from the “Ashland Betterment Coalition”! We’re a group of Ashland residents (and fans!) promoting our fair city as THE place to live, shop and play.

“Bettering Ashland” is our #1 objective, and over the past year we’ve partnered with Ashland FFA, PBA Architects and In Any Event to beautify downtown Ashland with custom planters. We did a little “horsin’ around” at Eagle Knoll with our Kentucky Derby event (Get Down and Derby with us next year!), helped the community strut its stuff at the Fourth of July parade, AND let sparks fly at our first annual “Igniting the Skies” fireworks display at

the YMCA. Be on the lookout for our Christmas event (and photo opp!) with real reindeer this coming December. Thanks to all our sponsors (and YOU!) for your continued donations and support.

“ABC” is a free group (no membership required!) and we are constantly looking for new ways to partner with more community groups, property owners and businesses. If you’re interested in collaborating with us or would like to volunteer, we meet the first Monday of every month at City Hall at 7 p.m. AND be sure to follow us on Facebook: @ashlandbettermentcoalition and Instagram: @ ashlandbetterment for the best of the best in and around sweet Ashland, MO.

Mid-Missouri Arts Alliance

By: Tracy Titmus

Mid-Missouri Arts Alliance has been a part of the Ashland/Southern Boone Community for over 7 years now. Our mission is to support local artists and to raise awareness of the arts in our community. We have about 25 local artists showing work in our sales gallery in addition to 5 artists in residence. We offer classes and workshops to adults and youth in every conceivable medium. We have themed shows throughout the year and highlight one of our gallery artists every quarter. We also have artwork displayed at several local banks. We have Drop In Drawing every Tuesday afternoon, which is free and open to the public as well as Drop In Painting the last Sunday of each month.

We also award scholarships to local seniors seeking art and/or art-related degrees. As a non-profit organization we rely on the community for support in sales and memberships. Stop by and see what we are all about. And thank you to the community for all the past support.

www.midmissouriartsalliance.com

115 E. Broadway, Ashland 573-657-0711

midmoarts@midmissouriartsalliance.com

Mid-Missouri Arts Alliance held its 12th annual summer art show on Thursday, August 17th. 1st place winner of the show was Rodney Burlingame for Sun Baked.

(Courtesy of Janet Flett)

Casey’s 500 E. Broadway Ashland • 657-4501

Claysville Store 5650 Claysville Rd Hartsburg • 636-8443

Copper Kettle 508 E. Liberty Lane Ashland • 657-2722

Eagle Nutrition 103 S Main Ashland 814-9242

Josè Jalapeños 503 S. Henry Clay Ashland • 657-0092

McDonalds 602 E. Broadway Ashland • 657-4050

Moser’s Deli 109 Eastside Drive Ashland • 657-5012

New China 104 E. Broadway Ashland • 657-5511

Pizza Haus 125 E. Broadway Ashland • 657-4287

If

Restaurants EAGLE NUTRIT UTRIT

Scooter’s 605 E. Broadway Ashland • 488-0033

Subway 511 W. Broadway Ashland • 657-0604

Taco Bell 15015 Eastside Dr. Ashland 816-648-7012

The Burg 35 E Main St Hartsburg • 657-8500

The Dandy Lion Cafe 102 S Main St Ashland • 557-9222

The Hitchin’ Post 10 Second St. Hartsburg • 657-2847

Trail Boss BBQ 207 W. Broadway Ashland • 999-0178

Woody’s 605 Douglas Ct. Ashland • 657-4004

Word of Mouth Catering 209A W. Broadway Ashland • 657-5211

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Churches

Ashland Assembly of God

603 N. Henry Clay Blvd., Ashland 573-657-0109

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Pastor Rob Jackson

Ashland Baptist Church

203 E. Broadway, Ashland 573-657-4653

Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Pastor Zach Haffecke ashlandbaptist.org

Livestreaming on Facebook and Youtube

Ashland Christian Church Corner of Highways M and DD 573-657-1740

Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m. Minister Drew Snyder

Faith Family Church of Boone County

508B E Liberty Ln., Ashland 573-657-1803

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Pastor Martin Parks

Family of Christ Lutheran Church 408 S. Main, Ashland 573-657-1463 fclchurch.org

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Pastor Elmer Schiefer 573-529-0584

Goshen Primitive Baptist Church

500 Cedar Tree Lane, Hartsburg

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Elder Aaron Beaty

Hartsburg Baptist Church

175 W. Main St., Hartsburg 573-657-2311

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Reverend Don Snyder 573-657-1955

Heartland Baptist Church

117 East Broadway, Ashland 606-224-2558 www.heartlandmbc.com

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church 21479 S. Mt. Pleasant Rd, Hartsburg 573-636-2848

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Pastor Johnie Hendrix mountpleasantbaptist.org

Nashville Baptist Church 355 W. Nashville Church, Ashland 573-657-2832

Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Jim Bender, Pastor ym.bender@gmail.com

New Hope Baptist Church 6210 E. Claysville Rd., Hartsburg 573-634-8018

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m

New Liberty Primitive Baptist Church

4200 E. Liberty Lane, Hartsburg 573-881-3221

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Elder John T. Anderson

New Salem Baptist Church 12721 S. Hwy. 63, Ashland 573-657-2385

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Rev. Byron Klemme

Peace United Church of Christ Hartsburg 573-657-9414

Sunday School 9 a.m.

Sunday Service 10 a.m. Pastor Michael Tatum

Walk In Faith Church

300 E. Broadway, Ashland 573-657-7377

Sunday School (all ages) 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Cathy Atkins, Pastor WalkinFaithPastor@gmail.com

Wood Crest Primitive Baptist Church

406 S. Henry Clay Blvd., Ashland 573-881-2514

Sunday Worship 10:40 a.m. Glen Sapp, Pastor Come see Carolyn,

309 E. Broadway Ashland

Wayne Selby Formerly of Campus Barber Shop

Senior Living

By: Ken Bishop

Southern Boone Senior Citizens are constantly on the move! The Southern Boone Senior Center offers multiple opportunities to socialize, play cards, shoot pool, crafting and quilting groups, as well as other activities. Seniors also volunteer, take bus trips together and enjoy watching their grandchildren at the many ballgames around Southern Boone.

While many Southern Boone Seniors are from the area, others have moved to Ashland or Hartsburg in order to be closer to family or closer to the Medical Community in Columbia and Jefferson City. Many have recently started moving into the Baptist Home of Ashland.

Many seniors have enjoyed participating in YMCA Classes and/ or joining the local Folks on Spokes bike riding group.

Or perhaps you may want to join the Senior Center in our Monthly Dinner Day, at 12:00 on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Want to move your feet? Join the Senior Center on the 4th Saturday of the month for our Dance, from 7 – 10 P.M. These events are open to the public.

Spring Fling - The Senior Center has a fund raiser each year, in early March. There will be meals served on Friday and Saturday, from 11 – 1 P.M., with a silent auction. This is open to the public.

Membership in the Senior Center is $10 and open to Southern Boone residents, aged 50 and up. The Senior Center is located at 406 Douglas Drive in Ashland. For more information call 573-657-0444.

Chamber of Commerce

The Southern Boone Chamber of Commerce has grown in membership in the past three years since the pandemic shut down businesses. Now rolling with more than 100 business memberships, the chamber’s growth reflects a vibrant, thriving community and works to help local businesses be creative to draw in customers. They meet the second Thursday of each month at 8 a.m. at the Southern Boone School’s central office and the meetings are open to everyone.

Highlights of 2023

• Continue to support the second Saturday events in the area

• Continued membership growth, at its highest yet of 112 members

• Support and promote member events through the chamber newsletter sent out to members

• Ongoing collaboration between the chamber, the Southern Boone Economic Development Council, Ashland Betterment Coalition and the city of Ashland to promote current and new businesses and the development of future business prospects.

Ongoing member support

• promoting events, news with other chamber members through the newsletter

• Open chamber meetings held the second Thursday of each month at the Southern Boone School Administration building

• Ribbon cutting events for new businesses, local events and more

• Annual Leadership breakfast to showcase the area

• Quarterly meetings along with social events like Breakfast for your brain showcasing learning and growth topics for businesses and community members

To find out how to be involved, please visit the Chamber website at www.southernboonechamber.com

We appreciate the Chamber for hosting a ribboncutting ceremony for the Journal on March 31st

Chamber Members assisted with the “Back-To-School All Staff Walk-Through Luncheon” for Southern Boone School District Employees on August 24th

Chamber Members

63 Industrial Park & Storage

109 Industrial Dr. / PO Box 551

Ashland, Missouri 65010

chris@63Industrialpark.com

tom.walsh@walshinsulation.com

Allstate Consultants 3312 Lemone Industrial Blvd.

Columbia, Missouri 65201

P: 573-875-8799 www.allstateconsultants.net

Ameren Missouri 1310 Industrial Drive Jefferson City, Missouri 65109

P: 573-681-7500; F: 573-681-7510 www.ameren.com

Amazon 7055 Baldridge Ave. Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-298-2793 baxbruce@amazon.com

Angell & Co. Insurance

106 E. Broadway/P.O. Box 317

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2112; F: 573-657-8888 www.angellinsurance.com

Anxiety & Depression Clinic of Columbia

2600-G Forum Blvd

Columbia, Missouri 65203

Contacts Jared or Christina Torbet hello@comoclinic.com christina@comoclinic.com

Ashland Betterment Coalition PO Box 481

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: (573) 825-4163

Ashland Optimist 511 Optimist Drive/P.O. Box 201

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2684

www.ashlandoptimist.org

Ashland Villa by Americare

301 S. Henry Clay Blvd. Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-1920; F: 573-657-1188

ashland@americareusa.net

Assisted Transportation

520 Commerce Drive Ashland, Missouri 65010

kurtw@AssistedTransportation.com

KathyG@AssistedTransportation http://www.assistedtransportation. com/

Baptist Homes of Ashland

5751 Baptist Home Ave Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-0506 sbraams@thebaptisthome.org

Bilt-Rite Buildings, LLC 109 Industrial Drive Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2418 donnie.g@biltritebuilding.com

Blitz, Bardgett, Deutsch LLC 414 E. Broadway, Ste 100, Columbia, Missouri 65201 cpieper@bbdlc.com sbell@bbdlc.com http://www.bbdlc.com/

Blue Fox Farm

120 East Fox Hollow Road Ashland, Missouri 65010 Contacts Megan Fox megan@bluefoxfood.com

Bluegrass Terrace

102 Redtail Drive Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-0899; F: 573-657-0160 bluegrass102@centurytel.net

Boone-Central Title

601 E Broadway Columbia, Missouri 65201 P: 573-442-0139

cari@boone-central.com

Boone County Government 801 E. Walnut, Room 333 Columbia, Missouri 65201

P: 573-886-4312: F:573-886-4311 www.showmeboone.com

Boone County Journal 201 S. Henry Clay Blvd./P.O. Box 197 Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2334

www.bocojo.com

bocojoreporter@gmail.com

Boone Electric Cooperative 1413 Rangeline Street/P.O. Box 797

Columbia, Missouri 65205

P: 573-449-4181

www.booneelectric.com

Boone Medical Group - Ashland 605-C Douglas Drive

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-9354; F: 573-657-9694

Renna.cole@bjc.org

Bullard Seed Company 13595 US Highway 63 S

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-4626

sgarrett@bullardseed.com

Central Bank of Boone County 405 E. Broadway

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-817-8600; F: 573-657-2351

www.centralbank.net

Central Missouri Foster Care Adoption 809 Swifts Highway Jefferson City, Missouri 65109

Contacts Jennifer Wenkel & DeAnna Alonso

jennifer@mofosteradopt.com

info@mofosteradopt.com

City of Ashland 101 W. Broadway, P.O. Box 135

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Kyle Michel 573-657-2091

kmichel@ashlandmo.us

C.L. Richardson Construction 15475 S. Hwy 63 Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-9557; F: 573-657-1078

nancir04@gmail.com

Columbia EDP 1816 Vandiver Drive/P.O.Box 1423

Columbia, Missouri 65205

P: 573-474-8431; F: Melissa@columbiaedp.com

Columbia Regional Airport

11300 S. Airport Drive

Columbia, Missouri 65201

P: 573-817-5061; F: 573-874-0105 www.flycou.com dee@gocolumbiamo.com

Commerce Bank

901 E. Broadway

Columbia, Missouri 65201 P: 573-886-5367 www.commercebank.com

Connections Bank

301 E. Broadway/P.O. Box 228 Ashland, Missouri 65010 P: 573-657-0606; F: 573-657-0202 ebarmann@connectionsbank.com www.connectionsbank.com

Daniel Boone Regional Library 109 N. Main Street./P.O Box 258 Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Eric Schmeck eschmeck@dbrl.org

Dave Grigg’s Flooring 801 Business Loop 70E Columbia, MO 65201 lane@carpetandtile.com michele@carpetandtile.com http://www.davegriggs-flooringamerica.com/

Eagle Achievers Academic Center

600 S. Henry Clay Blvd Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Julia White eaglechildcare@gmail.com

Eagle Knoll Golf Course

5757 Eagle Knoll Dr Hartsburg, MO 65039

Contacts Linda Turner Linda.turner@greatlifegolf.com

Eagle Nutrition 103 South Main Street Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Amanda Knight & Jessica Robinett eaglenutritionashland@gmail.com

Ellinger and Associates, LLC.

308 E. High Street, Ste. 300 Jefferson City, MO

Contacts Stephanie Bell sbell@ellingerlaw.com

First Midwest Bank

1411 Grindstone Plaza Dr Columbia, Missouri 65201

Contact Sarah Hodapp P: 573-443-9900

shodapp@onemidwest.com

First State Community Bank

300 Diego Ct. Columbia, Missouri 65203 P: 573-818-3750 fscb.com

Flyover

212 E. Green Meadows Rd, Suite 9 Columbia, Missouri 65203

Contact Adam C. Wells-Morgan

P: 573-825-6036

flyover@flyovercomo.com

Fox Aerospace Services, LLC. 20570 South Route A, Hartsburg, MO 65039

Contacts Lance Fox lance.fox@foxaerospace.com

Fox Hollow Forest

300 East Fox Hollow Road, Kirkwood, MO Contacts Bill and Joan Ruppert billr@nnpstl.com joanruppert@yahoo.com

Glascock Agency

504 E. Broadway/P.O. Box 226 Ashland, Missouri 65010 P: 573-657-4373; F: 573-657-1046 barrettglascock@gmail.com

GlobalGreen Insurance

603 S Henry Clay Blvd. PO Box 636 Ashland, MO 65010 Contacts Claire Melvin and April Melvin claire@ggimo.com april@ggimo.com

Great Reflections Salon & Spa

501-A S. Henry Clay Blvd/P.O. Box 536

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-4636; F: 573-657-4642 jljahnsen@gmail.com

Hair Studio

408 Redbud Lane Ashland, Missouri 65010 Contacts Wayne & Carolyn Selby

P: 573-999-2996

selbee@centurytel.net

Hoyle Chiropractic & Holistic Solutions

101 Red Tail Drive, Ste A Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 574-657-2500; F: 573-6578-2502 susanhoyle4@gmail.com

Hyvee 25 Conley Road

Columbia, Missouri 65201

Contact Dalton Buck

P: 573-442-7703

dbuck@hy-vee.com

Innovative Installations

600 S. Henry Clay Blvd.

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-673-2642

marcsinnovativeinstallations@gmail. com

J Taylor Farms, LLC.

12051 S Clinkenbeard Road

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Jake Taylor

P: 573-673-6104

jerometaylor3rd@gmail.com

Jeffrey R. Kays - Attorney at Law

129 E. Broadway

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-0098

www.kayslaw.com

Johnston Paint and Dedorating

3409 Buttonwood Drive

Columbia, Missouri 65201

P: 573-443-8755; F: 573-875-8441

www.johnstonpaint.com

Josè Jalapeños 503 S. Henry Clay Blvd.

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-0092; F: 573-657-2502

www.josejalapenos.com

Kilgores Medical Pharmacy

109 B. Eastside Drive

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-3333; F: 573-657-7022

www.kilgoresrx.com

Lakeside Ashland

5900 E Log Providence Rd

Columbia, Missouri 65203

Contact Nic Parks

P: 314-323-7763

nic@nicparks.com

Lanit Services, LLC.

100 E. Broadway, Suite D P.O. Box 261

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 800-450-1189

tony@lanit.com

Law Offices of Matt Uhrig, LLC.

P.O. Box 640

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2050 F:573-657-2051

matt@muhriglaw.com

Lombardo Homes

4 Research Park Dr, Suite 130

St. Charles, Missouri 63304

Contact Kari Green

P: 314-698-3205

kgreen@lombardohomes.com

Lowrey Shelter Insurance

209 E. Johnson Street

P.O. Box 315

Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Jaci Lowrey jklowrey@hotmail.com

Magic Car & Pet Wash

S. Henry Clay Blvd

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-220-8768 F: 573-310-6159 www.magiccarandpetwash.com

MDM Enterprises, Inc.

2011 Chapel Plaza Ct, Suite 101 Columbia, Missouri 65203

Contact Mark Mehle

P: 573-815-9792

MFA Inc.

201 Ray Young Dr, Columbia, MO 65201

Contacts Matt Boyce MBoyce@mfa-inc.com

MFA Oil Company

One Ray Young Drive Columbia, MO 65201 cchaney@mfaoil.com https://www.mfaoil.com/

MHD Management Services

P.O. Box 7537

Columbia, Missouri 65205

P: 573-303-0019

www.mhdms.com

Mid MO Regional Planning Commission

206 E. Broadway, PO Box 140

Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Becky Bias or David Bock

P: 573-657-9779

beckybias@midmorpc.org

Midwest Emergency Medical Training

PO Box 58

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Ron or Stephanie Jackson

P: 573-823-9615 robjackson@midwestemt.com

Mid-Missouri Arts Alliance

115 E. Broadway/P.O. Box 352

Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-338-2255

www.ashlandartistgroup.weebly.com

Missouri Organic Association 30 South 2nd Street Hartsburg, Missouri 65039 Contacts Dan Kuebler dlkuebler@yahoo.com

Missouri Rural Water Association 901 Richardson Drive Ashland, Missouri 65010 hbaker@moruralwater.org

ccooper@moruralwater.org http://www.moruralwater.org/

NAPA Auto Parts

509 Douglas Dr. Ashland, Missouri 65010 Donald Sanford donald.j.sanford@gmail.com

Odle Sales Inc. 3315 Berrywood Drive Ste. 101 Columbia, Missouri 65201 cwspry@odlesales.com jpager@odlesales.com

Peace United Church of Christ 121 N. First Street/P.O. Box 19 Hartsburg, Missouri 65039

P: 573-657-9414

www.peaceucchartsburg.org

Peak Sport & Spine 603 S. Henry Clay Blvd, Suite B Ashland, Missouri 65010 aembal@gmail.com rhall@pssrehab.com https://www.peaksportspine.com/

Plaza Commercial Realty, LLC. 2501 Bernadette Drive Columbia, Missouri 65203

P: 573-445-1020 F: 573-445-2613 paulland@plazacommericalrealty.com

Porter, Berendzen & Associates, PC 305 E. Broadway, Suite A/P.O. Box 446 Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2022

jayberendzen@centurytel.net

Pro Pumping & Hydrojetting LLC. 4015 I-70 Dr NW, Ste A Columbia, Missouri 65202

Contacts John or Lisa Martin P: 573-474-5489 propumpingowners@gmail.com

Prost Builders 3617 Route CC, Jefferson City, Missouri 65109

Contacts Virginia Steiger virginia@prostbuilders.com vaughn@prostbuilders.com

Quality Drywall Construction 165 Hoedown Drive, Columbia, MO 65203

Contacts Connie or Chelsea Leipard connie@qualitydrywall.net chelsea@qualitydrywall.net

Refuge Christian Church 502 Middleton Drive, Ashland, MO 65010 Contacts April Melvin melvin.april@gmail.com

RE/MAX - Linda Gilpin Team 33 E. Broadway, Suite 200 Columbia, Missouri 65202 P: 573-230-1622

www.lindagilpin.com/ashleeb@remax. net

RE/MAX Boone Realty- Izzy Smith 35 East Broadway Suite 200 Columbia, MO 65010

Contacts Izzy Smith - Realtor izzy@izzysmithhomes.com

Resolve Roofing 6401 N Redtop Ct. Columbia, Missouri 65202

Contact Shayne Cook P: 573-355-2427 shayne@resolveroofing.com

River City Construction, LLC. 6640 American Setter Dr./P.O. Box 76 Ashland, Missouri 65010 P: 573-657-7380; F: 573-657-7381 www.rccllc.com

River Region Credit Union 400 E. Broadway Ashland, Missouri 65010 P: 573-657-3343; F: 573-657-0181

www.rrcu.org

Riverside Farms Inc. 1500 E. Hartsburg Bottom Rd. Hartsburg, MO 65039

Contacts Ricky Hilgedick, Terry Hilgedick rvbttm@centurytel.net riversidefarms@plantbecks.com

Salter Lawn Service 805 Ashley Drive/P.O. Box 136 Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-2455; F: 573-657-2475

www.salterlawnservice.com

Sapp’s Home Pro 510 Commerce Dr Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Jeff Sapp sappshomepro@gmail.com

Sentinel Hardware

109 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 349

Ashland, MO 65010

Contact Mike Inlow

P: 573-657-2164 mike.inlow@socket.net

Show Me Heating & Air Conditioning

6101 E. Angel Ln

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact TJ or Amanda Forck

P: 573-289-8885 showmeheating@gmail.com

Slumberland Furniture, dba Kassing Furniture Company, LLC. 8600 Interstate 70 Drive SE Columbia, Missouri 65201

Contact Christopher Kassing P: (573) 814-2500 christopher.kassing@slumberland.com

Small Business Corner, LLC. 302 Campusview Dr. Columbia, Missouri 65201

Contact Tom Mendenhall

P: 573-449-1619 burnku@gmail.com

South County Realty 504 E. Broadway/P.O. Box 226 Ashland, Missouri 65010

P: 573-657-4373; F: 573-657-1046 brandon.glascock@gmail.com

Southern Boone Area YMCA 101 W. Broadway Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Kip Batye & Derek Mordica kbatye@jcymca.org dmordica@jcymca.org

Southern Boone County Fire Protection District

P.O. Box 199 Ashland, MO 65010

Contact Brandon Glascock brandon.glascock@gmail.com

Southern Boone County Schools 14250 Crump Lane/P.O. Box 168 Ashland, MO 65010

Contact Dr. Tim Roth troth@ashland.k12.mo.us

Southern Boone County Senior Center

406 Douglas Drive P.O. Box 25

Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Brenda Austin or Ken Bishop P: 573-657-9512 austinb@missouri.edu ken.bishop1@aol.com

Southern Boone Economic Development

P.O. Box 33 Ashland, MO 65010 Contact Liz Heyen lheyen@buildersassociation.com

Southern Boone Learning Garden PO Box 541 Ashland, MO 65010 Contacts Amy Collette or Donna Zumwalt

P: 573-657-2145 apcollette@gmail.com donna.zumwalt@centralbank.com

Texas Design Concepts 3906 Zamezi Drive Columbia, MO 65202 Contacts Kris Bezenek kris@tdconcepts.us

The Builders Association 3632 West Truman Blvd. Jefferson City, MO 65109 Contacts Liz Heyen lheyen@buildersassociation.com bassfish77@gmail.com

The Burg 35 E. Main Street Hartsburg, Missouri 65039 Contacts Jay or Kathy Leffert

P: 573-657-8500 theburg35@yahoo.com

The Callaway Bank 101 West Broadway, Ashland, Missouri 65010 Contacts Ann Colgrove ann.colgrove@callawaybank.com

The Crate Escape, LLC. 13841 S. Rangeline Ashland, MO 65010 Contacts Nancy Bass bassfish77@gmail.com

Top Quality Motors & Tire Pros 609 N Henry Clay Blvd. Ashland, MO 65010 Contacts Laurie Dipietro laurie@topqualitymotors.com

Total Lending Concepts

201 S Henry Clay Blvd.

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Ernie Wren

P: 573-239-1105

ernie.wren@TLClender.com

Tracy Banning 5660 Charlotte Dr. Ashland, Missouri 65010 P: 573-489-9759

tracy093@icloud.com

University of Missouri - Health Care Family Medicine & Mizzou Therapy Services

405 S Main St, Suite A

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Rebecca Edwards P: 573-657-2241

edwardsrs@health.missouri.edu

USA Mortgage PO Box 35

Ashland, MO 65010 Contact Carrie Mertensmeyer cmertensmeyer@usa-mortgage.com

Walshwoods Mulch & Rock 109 Industrial Drive

Ashland, MO 65010 Thomas and Christina Walsh tom.walsh@walshinsulation.com chris@63industrialpark.com

Westhoff Rentals P.O. Box 198 Ashland, MO 65010 David Westhoff westhoffrentals@gmail.com

Witt Print Shop 1901 Vandiver Drive, Ste. B Columbia, MO 65202

Contacts Brian Kirmse, Owner wittprintshop@socket.net

Woody’s Pub & Grub 605 Douglas Drive / P.O. Box 474 Ashland, MO 65010

Contacts Keith Winscott keithwinscott@gmail.com

Word of Mouth Catering 503 B East Broadway

Ashland, Missouri 65010

Contact Bridget Canaday or Rachael Pounds P: 573-657-5211

wordofmouthcatering@msn.com

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