Traditional Simplicity – A Farmhouse Christmas

The classic tale of Santa Claus, allegedly a legend for those who don’t believe, warms the hearts of people all around the globe and entices the tradition of making a home as welcoming as possible for Santa to visit on his big night. In doing this, families also get to enjoy the grandeur of a cozy home that provides a warm aura all through the holiday months, beckoning the scents of fresh baked sugar cookies, decadent hot chocolate, and homemade reindeer treats for Rudolph and his hard-working pals! It’s especially important for Santa to feel right at home while he works hard to deliver presents to all the boys and girls around the world, ensuring that the comforting interior of a home feels like stepping into the North Pole for ole Saint Nick.

Special Holiday Magic - The People’s Home

Special Holiday Magic – The People’s Home

“Deck the Halls” has become a classic carol that most passersby hum cheerfully to themselves as they stroll on a crisp, chilly December afternoon, bringing a rosy flush to their cheeks while Christmas shopping. However, the song also breathes life into the halls of many homes during the joyous holiday season, bringing the art of creating a feeling into the real world. Many feelings go through a visitor upon walking into the stunningly festive decor of the Missouri governor’s mansion at Christmas time: awe, amazement, pure joy, and a warm feeling of pride and belonging. Grand halls decked with historical holiday ribbons rich in color dazzle the garland and trees head to toe with warm, sparkling lights and ornaments – a tradition unlike any other.

Boating Into 2025

Old Man Winter might be knocking at the door, but the 2024-2025 boating season is riding his coattails. While bundled up for the brusque weather, let L•O PROFILE guide you to the upcoming boat shows, new products, and the exciting adventure of POWERBOAT Offshore Racing in some of our most beloved snowbird locations. Though your boating enthusiasm may be docked for the time being, turn the pages for inspiration.

Blooming With Business – Busch’s Florist & Greenhouse

Missouri contains a rich history of long-standing, businesses that have been ingrained in the community for hundreds of years. Buschs Florist and Greenhouse has been in business since 1890, and it is one of the lon-gest-standing businesses in the Jefferson City area. Beloved by consumersand dubbed a staple in the Capital region, the business has been steadfast since its beginning days over one hundred years ago.

VIP Spotlight – Meet Lieutenant General Joe Ballard

In all 50 states of our beautiful America, remarkable people have made or are making a difference. They give of themselves to accomplish positive change, improve communities, promote education, develop helpful pro-grams, and simply put, Make an Impact! In Missouri, one of these extraordinary individuals is Lieutenant General (LTG) United States Army (retired) Professional Engineer…