Health | 98.3 The Dove

Columbia use tax dollars to fund police, fire and infrastructure projects

June 3, 2022 By Brian Hauswirth

Columbia’s city manager says April’s voter-approved use tax measure will bring millions of dollars in crucial new annual revenue to the city. De’Carlon Seewood says the city is being impacted by inflation and supply shortages, and that the use tax money is critical. “This two percent tax on out-of-state purchases will help fund essential city services …

Transplanting Hope

May 2, 2022 By Jack Wax

Photos by L.G. Patterson Did you know that 33% of adults are at risk for kidney disease? And in the U.S. alone, more than 90,000 people are on waiting lists to receive a kidney. Meet two Columbia individuals: one who is critically seeking a kidney match and another who donated a kidney for her partner. […]

Growth Spurt: How to Pick the Best Early Season Produce

May 2, 2022 By Dove Staff

Photos by L.G. Patterson One of the best things about late spring/ early summer is the abundance of fresh seasonal produce. But picking — no pun intended — the top of the crop requires some savvy. We asked several local resources for tips on how to select the best early season bounty or successfully cultivate […]

Spring Rolls Combine Colors, Flavors of Season

March 1, 2022 By Kimber Dean

When I think of spring dishes, I think of bright beautiful colors and flavors. One of my favorite spring meals to make for my family, friends and Nourish Café customers is spring rolls. I think of spring rolls as mini salad burritos, and I tell everyone that! They are so versatile too, for those picky […]

The R.I.G.H.T Exercise Program

December 1, 2021 By Mason Stevens

I t’s the time of year where you’re bombarded with ads for local gyms, infomercials that promise to get you in the best shape of your life and commercials touting effortless weight loss. With countless exercise programs out there, how do you know if yours is the right one? This is a challenging question, one that […]