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Our Opinion: Equalizing the educational playing field We're talking about high-speed internet, also known as broadband. by News Tribune Published Jan. 20 2021 @ 7:40am

Our Opinion: Expedite school vaccines The vaccination rollout has gone slower than expected, but we're encouraged that the county's health department, along with area schools, are planning for vaccination clinics for school staff members. Published Jan. 19 2021 @ 12:05am

Perspective: Why is Cole County older than Missouri? Cole County celebrated its bicentennial in 2020. People are confused as to how we can be older than the State of Missouri, which didn't officially become the 24th state in the Union until August 1821. by Sam Bushman, Cole County presiding commissioner Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Perspective: A stronger Missouri It was warmer than last year, and that was a good thing.On Jan. 11, we gathered on the front lawn of the state Capitol for the inauguration of Missouri's statewide officials. by State Sen. Mike Bernskoetter, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Perspective: Outside activities bring balance to legislative work The legislative session is back in full swing. We hope that with vaccinations, good health and safety guidelines — and people already being exposed — that we can conduct business in a fairly normal manner. by State Rep. Rudy Veit, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Don't close primaries Several state lawmakers are again pushing the bad idea of closing Missouri's primaries.We've never been in favor of changes that put up barriers to voting, and this would do just that. Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Perspective: Overcoming times of challenge and controversy Over the last year, our nation has endured more than our fair share of adversity. We have experienced a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic that has claimed American lives, caused unemployment rates to reach Great Depression levels, kept students out of school and shuttered businesses. by U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo. Published Jan. 16 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Too many people 'not likely' to get vaccine A new poll shows about 27 percent of Missourians are "not at all likely" to get the COVID-19 vaccine. by News Tribune Published Jan. 16 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Keeping our Capitol secure Despite the possibility of armed protests in all 50 state capitals, we have enough faith in our state's residents and our law enforcement to feel safe in our statehouse. by News Tribune Published Jan. 14 2021 @ 8:00am

Our Opinion: The importance of mentoring Chances are you can recall someone who guided you in a formative stage of your life. Perhaps their advice, teaching, or encouragement influenced your career or other important aspects of your life. by News Tribune Published Jan. 12 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: To enact change, start locally It's typical of any election, but this election has divided our country more than any other in recent memory. by News Tribune Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 10:00am

Perspective: Beginning session on the right foot Greetings from the second floor of your Missouri Capitol. First of all, Happy New Year and wishing you all a very prosperous, safe and healthy 2021. by State Rep. Dave Griffith, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Perspective: We will rebuild In my June 26 Bulletin, I wrote that our law enforcement officers "commit to a life where their own personal safety comes second to everyone around them. by U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo. Published Jan. 9 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Another session, another chance to fund state roads This year, we hope lawmakers can resolve to continue to work together to better-fund our state's roads and bridges. Published Jan. 9 2021 @ 12:05am