| Problems at Alton levee underscore a major regional threat |
Prosecutors should send a message on consumer fraud |
Dislocated in America |
Following the evidence on cancer screenings |
When Hans Met Sarah: Everyone’s a critic. |
It’s time to dissolve the Northeast Fire District |
Illinois prosecutor bullies students, backslides to bad old days |
Hunger, a Third World problem, affects a sixth of the U.S. |
Scare mongering about trials, prison is cynical partisanship |
Town and Country’s deer go global. |
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| Don’t let others put words in your mouth 11/22/2009 08:54 PM The point of the letter is to oppose health care legislation. Instead, it shines a light on a different issue: The death of real debate in this country. It’s one of hundreds of letters floating around, manufactured by lobbying groups somewhere, forwarded again and again. All are intended to be personalized by the person who finally sends a letter off to a member of Congress or media outlet. |
Obama should define mission in Afghanistan 11/21/2009 06:11 PM Shortly after Thanksgiving, President Barack Obama is expected to announce the way forward for the United States in Afghanistan. There is no simple solution, but it is clear that a radical rethink of our effort is needed. Nothing about Afghanistan has ever been easy. For millennia, it’s been the graveyard of empires. It has not changed. |
MIDWEST VOICES John Peel's record box 2010 Kansas Teacher of the Year Don't let others put words in your mouth Home is where lessons of life must be taught Cauthen's firing won't ruin KC |
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Joplin's idea worth imitating - 10/16/09 |
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Mayor should follow his vow - 10/9/09 |
Are 'dangerous buildings' really worth the title? - 10/8/09 |
Greene's DWI court deserves to be expanded - 10/7/09 |
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| Congratulations to Blue Springs and Fort Osage Posted Nov 21, 2009 @ 01:09 AM Eastern Jackson County, MO — Thumbs up to the area’s high school football players, coaches and supporters. It’s been a good year, but two teams really stand out. |
Our Opinion: Rail plan makes a lot of sense Posted Nov 19, 2009 @ 11:42 PM Eastern Jackson County, MO — Engineer Jim Terry has designed the plan, the county executive has presented it, and local city leaders have given a hearty endorsement. |
Agreement would help Missouri colleges and their students Posted Nov 18, 2009 @ 11:33 PM Eastern Jackson County, MO — For a second year, Missouri’s public universities have been offered half a loaf – and have gladly taken it. They are probably acting shrewdly and in the best interests of their students. |
Winner! Posted Nov 14, 2009 @ 02:21 AM Independence, MO — Hockey era in EJC, new arena opens in thrilling fashion |
Valuable venison: Share the Harvest being expanded Posted Nov 13, 2009 @ 12:07 AM Eastern Jackson County, MO — |
Itâs about health policy, not party or politics Posted Nov 11, 2009 @ 10:57 PM Independence, MO — |
As we make major changes, degree of caution is needed Posted Nov 11, 2009 @ 10:56 PM Blue Springs, MO — |
Rep. Graves needs to get onboard Posted Nov 11, 2009 @ 10:56 PM Blue Springs, MO — |
Thank you, Rep. Cleaver, for vote on health care Posted Nov 11, 2009 @ 10:56 PM Independence, MO — |
Recognition for a city that works Posted Nov 11, 2009 @ 10:51 PM Independence, MO — When I reflect upon the basic services provided by the city, for the most part things go very well. And we should all thank our city employees for that. Inside: (1) |
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| Cancer leaves us tongue-tied â or worse By Katherine Reed : Sometimes, when we try to talk about cancer we say the wrong thing. "How can I help?" may be the best four words, one cancer patient said. |
Today's Question: What will colleges and universities cut when they tighten their belts? by Casey Smith : Gov. Jay Nixon proposed a tuition freeze for students, but other parts of the higher education budget could be on the chopping block. |
The Beat: 'Bang for the Buck' tracks stimulus spending by Eric Durban : The Missourian recently created "Bang for the Buck," a Web site designed to keep tabs on the stimulus in Columbia. |
The Beat: Reporting on Mizzou football by Eric Durban : Columbia Missourian sports editor Greg Bowers and reporters Robert Mays, Craig Thomas and Sam Wilson joined KBIA"s Eric Durban on "The Beat" to talk about covering the team. |
Balancing immediacy and accuracy by Jake Sherlock : Twitter is a good tool for gathering and delivering news, but what"s found there can"t be taken at face value. |
A Thanksgiving Top 10 list Columbia can be grateful for by Brian Jarvis : Columbians should be thankful for all Columbia has to offer. |
Journalists discuss implications of Obama's trip to Asia by STUART LOORY : Barack Obama"s recent trip to Asia leaves the journalists covering affairs between the United States and the countries of that continent with increased skepticism that this administration can obtain more substantive agreements in the region than the last one could. |
Agreement to freeze tuition hides MU's grim financial prospects by George Kennedy : The deal does keep higher education more affordable, but it"s still another step backward — if it even passes. |
Today's question: Do the MU Greek social policy changes go far enough to protect students? by Michael Sewall : MU sororities and fraternities are implementing several changes to their social policy, after a couple of incidents at off-campus sponsored parties. |
The Beat: The possibility of a second new elementary school by Eric Durban : Columbia Missourian reporter Alycia Yount joins KBIA"s Eric Durban to discuss the recent Columbia School Board meeting. |
Trying terror suspects in New York shows we have no fear by David Rosman : Americans should have faith in our court system and support the 9/11 terrorists trial being held in New York. |
The Beat: Columbia College athletics go international by Eric Durban : Columbia Missourian sports editor Greg Bowers and reporter Joan Niesen joined KBIA"s Eric Durban on "The Beat" to discuss how international athletes get to Columbia and their transition upon arriving. |
Past 10 years should be known as 'Snafu Decade' by Erin O'Neill : With 2009 coming to an end, the past 10 years need a name that describes the many surreal things that have happened. |
Today's question: Should the Catholic Church halt charity work in protest of a gay marriage ordinance? by Roseann Moring : In response to a proposed same-sex marriage bill for the District of Columbia, The Catholic Archdiocese of Washington is threatening to discontinue its social services program. |
The Beat: Behind a super athlete's story by Eric Durban : Columbia Missourian sports editor Greg Bowers and reporters Kelly Nelson and Mark Levitt joined KBIA"s Eric Durban on "The Beat" to discuss the story of an athlete who pushes the limits of human endurance. |
Daisy the pitbull fights stereotypes by being a lover by Jennifer Russell : Nobody said a word about my husband and me adopting a pit bull until we started telling people that I was pregnant. That’s when I realized just how easily people’s prejudices come into play, especially since pit bulls have been given a bad reputation. |
Today's Question: How will you remember Missouri football's senior class? by Craig Thomas : Missouri football hosts Iowa State for its final home game of the season Saturday at Faurot Field. The team"s small class of seniors has been through a range of emotions as Tigers. They contributed to landmark victories and suffered a number of difficult losses. |
Close relationships can hinder ability to live independently by Rose M. Nolen : Living through others makes it hard for one to function as an independent person. |
Today's Question: Do you believe Johnny Wright will attend his next court appearance? by Tram Whitehurst : Johnny Wright is out of jail on bond, with a court appearance scheduled for Dec. 11. Columbia police had been looking for him for more than two decades before he was arrested in September on a second-degree murder warrant in connection with the disappearance of Becky Doisy. |
LETTER: MU could lead in quest for clean environment by Christine Coester, Columbia : MU students are helping in their protest of coal use on campus and are bringing the university closer to being coal-free. |
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| The âcentreâ In parlous economic times like these, a restive electorate primarily wants something different. Most people are in a negative mood, ready to reject incumbent officeholders and their ideas but at the same time ready to go along with … something. 10 comments |
Energy denial Accompanied by a stern-face photograph, a column by eminent observer Thomas Friedman in Thursday’s Tribune said people who don’t believe in global warming, population control, an imminent oil shortage and other tenets of the green energy movement are in denial. 20 comments |
Afghanistan: Who knows what to do? President Barack Obama is criticized for dawdling. Half of us want him to send more troops, as requested by Gen. Stanley McChrystal. The other half wants him to noticeably reduce our military presence. 4 comments |
Payday loans: Time for control? Rep. John Burnett of Kansas City has tried to rein in the activities of the payday loan industry in Missouri every year since he joined the Missouri General Assembly in 2002. Now he is joined in the crusade by our own Mary Still. 14 comments |
East-side development For some months an important discussion has been under way regarding development in the large area more or less defined by the location of the new high school east of town. 7 comments |
Teacher salaries The very mention of merit pay for public school teachers gives most people inside the academy the fantods. Unions and worker groups most likely to organize therein generally oppose the idea of pay increases based on any hint of discrimination among members. 11 comments |
SBD on CID Tomorrow the downtown Special Business District board of directors will hold a special meeting to consider designation of their area as a community improvement district. If downtown land owners and the Columbia City Council approve the idea, sales in the district would be subject to an additional half-cent sales tax to fund improvements. 1 comment |
School money The plan to get approval for the final two-thirds of the Columbia public high school bond issue next April makes sense, but a good discussion continues about spending details. 4 comments |
Year-round school American public education traditionally has operated at a disadvantage compared with high-achieving programs in other countries. A primary cause is our short school year. 27 comments |
Term limits bad In the past two months two more state representatives have resigned early because of term limits. They and others facing certain departure dates see no reason to wait until forced out of office. If they find a better job in the meantime, why hang around? 3 comments |
Cuba For 18 years straight the United Nations has voted overwhelmingly to end the U.S. economic embargo against Cuba. Recently the annual ritual was repeated. The vote was 187 for the resolution, three against and two abstentions. Israel and Palau voted with us. 2 comments |
Hasan the Muslim In the wake of the horrendous shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, the religious affiliation of accused Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan is the subject of hot debate. 10 comments |
Tough cop: Ken Burtonâs approach By recent Columbia standards, our new police chief is a tough cop. Ken Burton is reorganizing his department for more accountability. He publicly puts pressure on his officers to be more active in recognizing and ticketing violators. |
Medical pot: Time for reform For years promoters of medical marijuana have fought a frustrating battle. In the face of growing evidence of benefit and lack of same regarding risks, too many citizens and lawmakers retain a bias against the very idea. 3 comments |
Surveillance cameras Apparently the petition campaign being circulated by Karen Taylor urging the city to install surveillance cameras downtown will be successful. |
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| You've got to be tough to coach football Monday, November 23, 2009 The University of Kansas may need a diversion to fill the fallow time between basketball seasons. How about slow-pitch softball or Tiddlywinks? It's obvious the Jayhawks won't play football, at ... Steve Booher |
Mug shots as levelers of the law Sunday, November 22, 2009 Swagger suited John Gotti, the mob boss who accented his $2,000 Brioni ensembles with $400 handpainted ties. Ken Newton |
A name for the nameless Wednesday, November 18, 2009 Down a steep grassy hill and to your left, after you pass through the front gate of the Laurel Hill Cemetery in Weston, Mo., sits the âcolored section.â Alonzo Weston |
Going rogue and measured for success Tuesday, November 17, 2009 One summer evening, I saw B.B. King play a concert on an outdoor stage. It was the end of a hot day. Thousands of people had waited through lesser acts. ... Ken Newton |
Guest column: Raid was prelude to bloodshed Sunday, November 15, 2009 By any stretch of the imagination, John Brown could never be considered an ordinary man. If anything, he was probably one of the most significant individuals in 19th century America. ... |
Happy cows and logic's sure export Sunday, November 15, 2009 Groucho Marx, the great mangler of logic, had a proposition that required a healthy dose of convolution. Ken Newton |
Memories of childhood Wednesday, November 11, 2009 Those cinnamon bears were addictive. And in the days of penny candy, every kid knew you got 2 cents for every empty pop bottle you turned in to the grocery ... Alonzo Weston |
Day honors those seeking lasting peace Tuesday, November 10, 2009 No one knows what thoughts of nation stirred in the minds of James Bear or Clark Gilbert or Karl Lange. Ken Newton |
Fort Hood shooting begs for some answers Monday, November 9, 2009 Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan was despondent. He told fellow officers at Fort Hood, Texas, that he didn't agree with the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and he was on the ... Steve Booher |
World's end can show its bright side Sunday, November 8, 2009 Archaeologists digging in the outback of China made a discovery several years ago that had historical and culinary significance. Ken Newton |
New voices in the media Tuesday, November 3, 2009 The news media has always been a white male dominated field. For years the voices of blacks, Hispanics and women were not heard in TV or in print. Alonzo Weston |
A wall falls, but worries soldier on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 The second-graders in Mrs. White's class became schooled in the distraction of desk-diving. Ken Newton |
Ignore the campaign rumblings; vote your conscience Monday, November 2, 2009 On Tuesday, some of us will vote on whether to raise the St. Joseph School District tax levy by 63 cents. Most us will cast our votes because either we ... Steve Booher |
Confucius says honor is confusing Sunday, November 1, 2009 Language translation proves a tricky enterprise, one not meant for the dim. Ken Newton |
Straight talk about hair Wednesday, October 28, 2009 A part of my childhood memories smells like burning hair. It's a smell that comes from when my grandmother, mother and aunts used to take turns straightening each others hair ... Alonzo Weston |
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| Other views: Veterans shouldn't be homeless Everywhere there is a homeless population, it is likely some of the homeless are veterans. The problem is getting well-deserved attention recently from the Department of Veterans Affairs. About 131,000 of the nation’s 24 million veterans may be homeless on any given night, and about twice as many are homeless each year, according to VA estimates. Some say that number could climb another 10 to 15 percent in the economic downturn. .... |
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Leah Lois Black: Glass runs over with thankfulness When I look across our family room and see my husband of 45 years, my glass runneth over. Thankful to see him a survivor of triple bypass surgery and gangrene gallbladder surgery all within eight weeks of each surgery, my mind wanders back to how good God has been to guide us through many peaks and valleys. We live in a wonderful country full of glorious scenery and passionate love of freedom. Our fine young people leaving their homes to protect and preserve our country. I feel great thankfulness for all of them. |
Voices: far right absurdity Thomas Sowell’s column (Globe, Nov. 18) is a perfect example of the absurdity of the far right’s attitude toward fighting terrorism. On the one hand, he says that acts of terrorism are war; on the other, that terrorists are not warriors and must not be treated as such. On the one hand, he says that we must not put terrorists on trial, because that will make other countries think about allying with al-Qaida. On the other, he screams at the Democrats for worrying about what other countries think. |
Voices: Cooking the books The lies and untruths being told by the Obama administration have become so ridiculous that even the AP has finally been forced to tell the truth involving the claims of saved or created jobs since the $797 billion recovery program’s inception. The review shows that the numbers claimed have been inflated by thousands. |
Voices: Unimportant things |
Voices: Proud of being square Square? Another of the good old words has gone the way of love, modesty, and patriotism. Something to be snickered over, or outright laughed at. I remember it used to be that there was no higher compliment you could pay a man than to call him a “square shooter.” |
Voices: Not good use of money Urban areas regularly add stop signs and other obstacles to state highways until the state goes to the trouble of building highway bypasses. |
Jim Williams, guest columnist: Because we love them Recent articles in the Globe’s Opinion section criticized city officials and others for being more concerned about an animal shelter than a homeless shelter. |
Dawn Barns, guest columnist: Family, not money, fills void In today’s tough economic times, it would be easy to complain and not look at all the things we should be thankful for. I have found that when money is tight, and the cost of daily living has risen, the things we can buy or possess are not the most important. |
Jessica Schreindl, guest columnist: Media has been unfair to female politicians I’m not a big fan of Sarah Palin — in fact, I’m not a fan at all. Palin, like Bush before her, is a neo-con, hell bent on spreading democracy by military might while at the same time ridding the world of evildoers. The fact that Palin is a neo-con is no secret. |
Vince Lindstrom, guest columnist: Pray for peace for all faiths, all religions The Thanksgiving holiday is always a special time. It means family, good food and an opportunity to reflect on our blessings. This year I am especially thankful for the opportunity to celebrate our sister city relationship with Bethlehem. The city of Bethlehem is a very special place for so many people. |
In Our View: Making good on promise For the second year in a row, in-state, undergraduate students at Missouri’s four-year, public colleges and universities and at two year-community colleges won’t see increases in tuition or academic fees. It’s a campaign promise that Gov. Jay Nixon has made good on. |
Carol Stark: Essay winners all undaunted My sons both say Thanksgiving is their favorite holiday. No stress, just a lot of good food. I might agree, if I wasn’t the one fixing the food. The payoff comes at the end of the meal, when the boys’ compliments are as sweet as the pecan pie. |
Dave Woods: Property rights debated online Members of the Joplin City Council, Joplin resident William “Bud” Wirick and the Globe’s editorial board found themselves — ourselves — under fire this week on our comments forum. |
In our view: Tough questions to answer Should suspected terrorists allegedly responsible for the 9/11 attacks be tried under American federal law in open court? Proponents for this action being taken by the president and his attorney general argue that our system can handle it. |
Voices: Lousy comedian God bless America, and how’s everybody? That’s all that’s worth reading from Argus Hamilton these days. Back when I first came to this area, I found Hamilton’s column in an Oklahoma newspaper that also explained that Argus Hamilton was an Oklahoma boy who was presently located in California, and I thought his humor was interesting because it was different. It was also interesting to find it on the back page of the first section of the Joplin Globe on the occasions in those days that I bought a copy. |
Voices: Debt ceiling The debt ceiling of $12.1 trillion will be reached by early December. Congress will have to raise this limit, or America will be in default of its obligations. I predict an increase to at least $15 trillion, and that should be reached at the end of Obama’s first term. Why do I think this will happen? Obama’s budget will be around $4 trillion dollars for fiscal year 2010, with at least a trillion dollars being deficit spending. If the economy doesn’t gain speed, this amount will increase by at least half, thereby insuring a deficit of $1.5 trillion dollars. |
Voices: Debt ceiling The debt ceiling of $12.1 trillion will be reached by early December. Congress will have to raise this limit, or America will be in default of its obligations. I predict an increase to at least $15 trillion =, as that should be reached at the end of Obama’s first term. |
Voices: ‘Lousy comedian’ God bless America, and how’s everybody? That’s all that’s worth reading from Argus Hamilton these days. Back when I first came to this area, I found Hamilton’s column in an Oklahoma newspaper ... |
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| Independent study as political cover The independent study rapidly is becoming superfluous. |
Gap grows between top officials JEFFERSON CITY - As he builds toward a potential bid to become chief executive of Missouri, Republican Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder first is repositioning himself for a role as chief challenger to the current administration. |
OUR OPINION: Meals also offer time for fellowship At its best, Thanksgiving is a time when the joy of fellowship eclipses the flavor of the feast. |
ANALYSIS: Six years and still no rules on airplane security WASHINGTON (AP) -- Eight years after the 9/11 attacks brought a new focus on security at airplane maintenance facilities, and six years after Congress first required action, the government still hasn't tightened its vigilance. |
OUR OPINION: Friends in need ... If man's best friends are dogs, dogs' best friends may be the Friends of the Jefferson City Animal Shelter. |
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| Night meetings (11/23/09) The Cape Girardeau County Commission plans to test the public's interest in attending its deliberative sessions. It has scheduled four night meetings next month (Dec. 7, 10, 14 and 17) all starting at 7 p.m. In addition, the commission is scheduling night meetings for the first Thursdays of January, February and March at 7 p.m... |
Opinion Speak Out 11/23/09 (11/23/09) *** Still no insurance; *** Honoring veterans; *** Naive parishioners; *** Wonderful facility; *** Reuse glass; *** Online access; *** Leaves in street; *** Palin's future; *** Strong doctrine; *** Donation caution |
Op/Ed Column Medicare Rx: A season for health and wealth (11/22/09) By Grace-Marie Turner From now through the end of the year, seniors have a chance to enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan, and those who already are enrolled can switch plans. With Congress debating many changes to the Medicare program, seniors should try to get the most out of this year's open-enrollment period... |
Opinion Speak Out 11/22/09 (11/22/09) *** Rendering justice; *** Mark the lanes; *** Collecting rent; *** Public smoking; *** Young beggars; *** Road permits |
Editorial Cape's candidates (11/22/09) Ten candidates are seeking election in next year's Cape Girardeau municipal elections. Voters will choose a mayor and three members of the city council. The candidates: Matt Hopkins, Walter White and Harry Rediger for mayor; John Voss and Teresa Robinson for Ward 1 councilmember; Don Howard, Meg Davis, Stafford Moore and Jim Blakemore for Ward 2 councilmember; and Kathy Swan for Ward 6 councilmember... |
Letter to the Editor Update on Herzog Stadium (11/22/09) Just an update on the Whitey Herzog Stadium in Jackson. We are in the final stage of construction, which will be completed by March. I would like to thank Whitey ($70,000), the Optimist Club of Jackson ($25,000), the Noon Optimist Club of Jackson ($25,000) and the many people who realize this is a big asset to the youths of Jackson and the surrounding area. ... |
Letter to the Editor Help children through Toybox (11/22/09) As we enter into another holiday season, the Jaycees are busy preparing for the 2009 Toybox project. For many years, we have been collecting and distributing toys to children in the area. Delivering to families in need is such a tremendous experience, seeing smiles across the faces of little ones and sighs of relief from the parents. Knowing that we can make a difference and keep Christmas in the homes of our families in need is a great feeling as we celebrate the holidays in our own homes... |
Opinion Speak Out 11/20/09 (11/20/09) *** Morning speeding; *** Vaccine success; *** The real problem; *** Afraid of trial; *** Look at students |
Letter to the Editor Emerson and the drug companies (11/20/09) U.S. Rep. Jo Ann Emerson's Nov. 13 op-ed column bemoaned the drug companies' influence over health care reform. She claims that Congress is in the pockets of the drug companies, that they are the ones steering reform. I am not sure how Emerson could do this, considering she herself is in their pockets. ... |
Letter to the Editor Hats off to CAYSA tournament (11/20/09) I wanted to write to say congratulations to the Cape Area Youth Soccer Association for hosting yet another successful soccer tournament this past weekend. For some two decades CAYSA has been conducting its fall tournament and for nearly three decades its spring tournament. I made it a point to drive down to the Shawnee Sports Complex this past Saturday. There were a total of 124 teams participating from throughout the region, teams from Southern Illinois, Kennett, St. Louis, Farmington, etc... |
Letter to the Editor Keep Bloomfield Road scenic, safe (11/20/09) Dear Bloomfield Road (County Road 205) neighbors and any of you who enjoy this scenic drive: Here are a few questions to consider before deciding to support or not support the widening of this road. Have you ever driven on a wide road that the drivers did not go faster in their cars than on a narrow road?... |
Letter to the Editor Great town-gown partnership (11/20/09) Cape Girardeau and its citizens have been and continue to be blessed by truly outstanding mayoral leadership. Both former mayor Al Spradling III and current Mayor Jay Knudtson have provided enormous talent, insight and vision during some very difficult times... |
Editorial Public smoking (11/20/09) Across the nation, city, county and state governments are imposing smoking restrictions of one kind or another. Many business owners also are making choices, with some going smoke-free, some offering designated smoking areas and others allowing smoking... |
Letter to the Editor Payday loans help millions (11/19/09) In regard to the Nov. 15 story "Economist at foreclosure seminar in Cape predicts tough 2010": Payday advances play a necessary role, providing hard-working people with a reasonable, well-regulated option for meeting unexpected or unbudgeted expenses and other short-term financial needs... |
Letter to the Editor A message to Washington, D.C. (11/19/09) I am fed up with what's going on in Washington. I'm 83 years old and have lived through many wars and recessions. This administration is doing from within what we fought World War II to prevent. All this spending is to break the people and put all control in government. The government works for us. Remember?... |
Opinion Speak Out 11/19/09 (11/19/09) Trash spending; New economy; More doctors?; Inappropriate photo; Country shelter; Recycling waste |
Letter to the Editor Let's play in different sandbox (11/19/09) As a longtime supporter of everything Southeast, I was alarmed to read in the Southeast Missourian sports section that Tony Samuel's contract might not be renewed because of his losing record the past several years. This is unfair to Mr. Samuels. His teams have played hard and as well as they were capable of, considering their levels of talent. ... |
Editorial Waiting for shots (11/19/09) Millions of Americans, considered prime candidates to receive H1N1 flu shots because of their age and risk factors, wonder when they will be able to get the vaccine. While some of the vaccine has been distributed around the country, the process hasn't been well-organized, resulting in shortages in some areas and surpluses in others... |
Op/Ed Column Comparing pay (11/18/09) I've been doing a little research lately on salary comparisons for one of the boards on which I serve. It's been an eye-opening exercise trying to justify or modify salaries when compared with those in a similar field with similar experience and responsibilities... |
Editorial Flying Cape Air (11/18/09) Cape Air began service earlier this month as the new federally subsidized carrier between Cape Girardeau Regional Airport and Lambert Airport in St. Louis. So far, it looks like the right factors are in place to rebuild passenger numbers that have fallen dramatically for a variety of reasons... |
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| O'Fallon gets a good one in Riesberg Comments Recommend aboxArticles[aboxArticles.length] = "Articlesedalia20494"; We offer a suggestion to the Sedalia City Council, with tongue planted only slightly in cheek: Before Keith Riesberg leaves town, clone him. When the O’Fallon City Council on Wednesday... Full story |
Well Said: Steve Chapman Comments Recommend aboxArticles[aboxArticles.length] = "Articlesedalia20463"; “Palin? Her new memoir, ‘Going... Full story |
Good words about writing Comments Recommend aboxArticles[aboxArticles.length] = "Articlesedalia20428"; At a time when conversation too frequently is... Full story |
Well Said: Lisa Wallace Comments Recommend aboxArticles[aboxArticles.length] = "Articlesedalia20386"; “None of the research supports the claims... Full story |
Bad idea? You can book it There are plenty of people around the nation who don’t care for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi or anything that she hopes to accomplish in Congress. Which is why we were not surprised to receive an e-mail with the subject line: “Nancy Pelosi... Full story |
Pay freeze for county elected officials is right decision At a time when everyone, even public officials, could use an extra few dollars in their pocket — or their savings account — Pettis County’s elected officials made the right choice Monday by voting not to increase their... Full story |
A salute to JROTC success Sedalia School District 200 has shown a commitment to the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps over the years. A look at the program’s expanded classroom and training space at Smith-Cotton High School will attest to that.The JROTC... Full story |
City should make Tour bid The adage that there is always room for improvement is rarely more appropriate than for the first-year efforts for large-scale public events. Such was the case with Sedalia’s stop on the 2009 Tour of Missouri professional bicycle race. The... Full story |
Today is the right day to honor all our vets The Sedalia Democrat In 1968, the federal government approved the Uniform Holiday Bill, which was designed to provide three-day weekends for government workers in conjunction with four holidays: Washington’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Columbus Day.... Full story |
Renewable energy proposal needs green fuel The phrase “trash to treasure” is used for a variety of recycling efforts. But nowhere is it more applicable than in the case of the Missouri Center for Waste to Energy, the renewable energy project announced last week at State Fair... Full story |
Well Said: Kathleen Parker “Basketball is a contact sport. Wouldn’t we find a presidential body brush with a congresswoman at least equally problematic? How about the likelihood that few women in the White House or Congress could play well enough to make it fun... Full story |
Pet adoption has real costs The late, great comedian Gilda Radner is credited with saying, “I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive.” The health benefits of pet ownership are... Full story |
Stay safe on Halloween ParentDish.com advises that one of the “cool” candies to hand out this Halloween is white chocolate skulls that are filled with gummy worms. Call us old-fashioned, but we’ll take the Fun Size Snickers bar and be content.Halloween... Full story |
Say What?: Rob Davis “We could play it at home if we absolutely needed to, but it’s really not a good atmosphere to play football and Knob Noster graciously offered us their field. It’s close for both teams and it’s just not a huge deal.”... Full story |
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