Gerry Tritz is opinion page editor for the News Tribune.
Family donates puzzle collection to Immaculate Conception Church
For Jack O'Donnell's family, puzzles served as a form of enjoyment and family bonding for years.
Aug. 9 2020 @ 10:29pm
Landmark Church hosts Back-to-School Block Party
A steady stream of visitors came to Landmark Church on Sunday afternoon for the church's first Back-to-School Block Party.
Aug. 2 2020 @ 11:10pm
Republican Supervisor Mary Rehagen gives her time at the polls
It's election judges like Mary Rehagen who help Cole County's elections run smoothly.
Aug. 2 2020 @ 11:09pm
Morgan County reports first COVID-19 death
Morgan County reported its first COVID-19 related death Sunday.
Aug. 2 2020 @ 11:04pm
Youths showcase beloved livestock
Jasper Suess, 3, used both hands to lift a cage half his size containing his plymouth rock chicken.
Jul. 26 2020 @ 11:02pm
Princesses of all ages gather for fundraiser
Young princesses filled the Wardsville Lions Club to get pampered at Sunday's fourth annual Princess Party, a Relay for Life fundraiser.
Jul. 19 2020 @ 11:54pm
Former trooper, bodyguard strives to empower girls, women fighting cancer
Tim Tinnin enjoyed a storied career with the Missouri Highway Patrol, first as a road trooper, then as a bodyguard for three governors.
Jul. 12 2020 @ 11:09pm
New art piece finds home at Governor Office Building
Visitors to the Governor Office Building will now see a three-dimensional work of art by a Los Angeles artist commissioned to create a mural by the site of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York City.
Jul. 12 2020 @ 11:06pm
New Guild of Knightly Arts club welcomes members
If you're an aficionado of longswords and fencing-like competition, Jefferson City now has a club for you.
Jul. 12 2020 @ 11:05pm
Salute to America sees lighter crowds, rain
This past weekend's Salute to America Festival had lighter-than-normal crowds and a canceled main band. It even rained on the parade.
Jul. 5 2020 @ 11:50pm
Outdoor worship continues for area churches
For a few area churches, outdoor services have provided a way for worshipers to congregate while still social distancing amid the continuing pandemic.
Jun. 28 2020 @ 11:50pm
Veteran Jason Howe finds comfort, new life with service dog Sobee
After two rough deployments overseas, Jason Howe ended his U.S. Navy career in 2007.
Jun. 28 2020 @ 11:15pm
Father's Day tourney signals step closer to normalcy
Many local sports teams have been sidelined since the coronavirus pandemic hit, so a pair of Father's Day weekend basketball tournaments at The Linc was a welcome step toward normalcy for hundreds of area players and their families.
Jun. 21 2020 @ 11:25pm
American Legion honors American flag
American Legion Post 5 honored the American flag Sunday with its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony, followed by a meal of hot dogs and hamburgers.
Jun. 14 2020 @ 11:07pm
Victory gardens spring up during trying times
In World War I and World War II, the U.S. government promoted "victory gardens" — gardening as a civic duty to create self-sufficiency during those trying times.
Jun. 7 2020 @ 11:26pm
Nicole Slusser finds her niche as she spends time serving others
Nicole Slusser is office manager and event coordinator for the Missouri Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Jun. 7 2020 @ 11:20pm
Nathan Hays makes a name for himself
If nothing else, you might know Nathan Hays as the guy on Facebook who sells cars.
May. 25 2020 @ 9:48pm
Coronavirus pushes festival to September
A few scattered cyclists were enjoying the Katy Trail on Sunday, a stark difference from the 2,500 who were originally scheduled to be there for a live music and cycling event.
May. 25 2020 @ 9:05pm
Calvary Lutheran graduates 26
Calvary Lutheran High School was one of the first area schools so far to hold in-person graduation ceremonies amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
May. 17 2020 @ 11:06pm
104 Blair Oaks seniors honored with parade, special graduation held for two graduates
Blair Oaks High School on Sunday held a parade for its 104 graduating seniors and a special graduation for two graduates who are entering the military.
May. 17 2020 @ 11:04pm