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Our Opinion: This weekend, shop (partially) tax-free This weekend, it's a back-to-school shopping bonanza. The more you spend, the more you save with this can't-be-missed sale. Published Aug. 3 2021 @ 11:05pm

Perspective: Medicaid expansion won't bankrupt Missouri Summertime in Mid-Missouri may have hot some days but it generally is a great season buzzing with activities, community involvement, and a busy time for family and community activities. by State Rep. Rudy Veit, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jul. 31 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: Curators right to prioritize at-risk students The Lincoln University Board of Curators is right to call on the school's administration to address the school's considerable at-risk student population. Published Jul. 31 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: MoDOT's bicentennial offering Do you ever plug in your driving route on your phone only to be foiled by technology? by News Tribune Published Jul. 30 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: Next Tuesday, thank a poll worker When you go to vote in the Aug. 3 election — and we certainly hope you do — be sure to thank a poll worker. by News Tribune Published Jul. 30 2021 @ 1:00am

Our Opinion: Finding creative hiring solutions We support the Cole County's Sheriff Department's attempt at an incentive pay plan to hopefully help the department hire more employees. by News Tribune Published Jul. 29 2021 @ 10:25pm

Our Opinion: Forck's death a loss to community Mike "Pee Wee" Forck was a quintessential farmer, public servant and Mid-Missourian. He worked hard and played hard, loving life and living to serve others. Published Jul. 27 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: Help for mental health Unfortunately, mental health still is somewhat of a taboo issue, despite the fact one in five adults in America experiences a mental illness. Published Jul. 26 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: State needs action on illegal slot machines Illegal gambling machines have pervaded our state in recent years. Lawmakers and law enforcers need to address the problem. Published Jul. 24 2021 @ 11:05pm

Perspective: Fair season July is quickly coming to a close and that means it's once again time for the Cole County Fair. by State Sen. Mike Bernskoetter, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jul. 24 2021 @ 11:05pm

Perspective: Survey says Greetings from your Missouri Capitol. In my three years in this building, the response to this survey is by far the best. by State Rep. Dave Griffith, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jul. 24 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: Will big interest in vaccination lottery lead to more shots? Some have suggested Missouri's vaccine incentive seems a questionable way to spend $9 million in public funds as a way to convince more people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. by News Tribune Published Jul. 24 2021 @ 1:00am

Perspective: Inflation is Taxation Gas, milk, fruit, washing machines, car rentals, hotel rooms — you name it, the price of almost everything has gone up since the beginning of the year. by U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo. Published Jul. 23 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: Do you know a Good Samaritan? Last year, you helped us find five Good Samaritans in our community. We know there are many more. by News Tribune Published Jul. 22 2021 @ 11:05pm

Our Opinion: Coordinating to keep people cool We're glad to see the Salvation Army and Westlake Ace Hardware again coordinating to keep people cool this summer. by News Tribune Published Jul. 22 2021 @ 9:40am

Our Opinion: Rally around Relay Relay for Life is one of our favorite annual fundraisers, and it's again being crippled by COVID-19. But it's not being canceled this year — as it was last year — and we hope you'll support it in any way you can. by News Tribune Published Jul. 21 2021 @ 11:35am