Posts Tagged ‘ukraine’
Local woman torn by war
Just over a year after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, many in the U.S. continue to seek greater understanding of the country that faces a daily onslaught. Locally, the Columbia Rotary…
Read MoreFrom Maeystown to Ukraine
While the Russian invasion of Ukraine and subsequent war began more than eight months ago, what began as constant media coverage of the region has dwindled significantly. For Maeystown resident…
Read MoreHistory shapes views on Ukraine
Two days after Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Kyiv resident Kateryna Pesotska called her father in Mariupol, recounting the destruction she witnessed. He did not believe her. Pesotska,…
Read MoreUkraine invasion hits home
As Wednesday marks Day 28 of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, media accounts serve as one of the only ties for many to their friends and family in the war zone. …
Read MoreComing together for Ukraine
The scope of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine can be hard to measure. By the time death counts and displacement data hit the press, it seems they automatically need an update. …
Read MoreThe ripple effects of Russia in Ukraine
With the world watching as Russia continues an unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, concern for the civilians in the war-torn region are top of mind while financial implications are being felt…
Read MoreLocal pastor looks back on time in the Ukraine
The Ukraine has been on the world’s radar as a conflict-torn country for nearly a year and shows no signs of slowing down. Last fall, the Ukrainian government decided not…
Read MoreUkranian girl blossoms in Columbia
The trip from her native Ukraine to Columbia is more than 5,500 miles. But getting Victoria Kern to where she is today — in a safe, stable home with a…
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