Gerry Tritz is opinion page editor for the News Tribune.
High school student working to preserve historic cemetery
Wyatt Prosch discovered the cemetery through discussions with Runge Nature Center employees, and after getting the necessary permits, he's fixing it up.
Jun. 7 2021 @ 12:16am
Ballroom dancing making a comeback as pandemic fades
Ballroom dancing is back — Sunday's "I Love to Tango with My Tea" event drew more than 30 dancers.
Jun. 6 2021 @ 11:58pm
Annual Memorial Day ceremony honors area man killed in Vietnam
The late John Allen Campbell, the second Cole County resident killed in Vietnam, was honored at Sunday's annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Enloe Cemetery west of Russellville.
Jun. 1 2021 @ 12:04am
Community Christian Church celebrates after long recovery
It's been a long, hard road to recovery for Community Christian Church after it was severely damaged by the EF-3 tornado that swept through Jefferson City on May 22, 2019.
May. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
Blair Oaks graduates 117
Blair Oaks High School Principal Melinda Aholt told graduating seniors Sunday evening they have impacted her life as she watched them overcome adversity this past year.
May. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
Linn senior finds platform for fighting bullies
In elementary school, Elana Dodson was shy and felt uncomfortable interacting with people. She was routinely bullied, which contributed to her lack of confidence.
May. 17 2021 @ 12:05am
Lighthouse graduates 21 students in its 14th year
In the race of life, run to win and don't look back, Melissa Hatfield advised Lighthouse Preparatory Academy's 21 graduates on Sunday.
May. 17 2021 @ 12:05am
Jefferson City High School graduates 551 on overcast, rainy day
High school is a learning experience, but most of the learning was outside the curriculum, Jefferson City High School valedictorian Ainsley Elise Corwin told her class during Sunday's graduation at Adkins Stadium.
May. 17 2021 @ 12:05am
Churches, businesses celebrate Mother's Day
At Solid Rock Church, Sunday's services were all about the moms."The Bible has a lot to say about moms," said Stacey Pond, an executive pastor of the church.
May. 10 2021 @ 12:05am
Helias holds prom on the tennis court
Holding prom on the tennis courts might not be ideal in the minds of Helias Catholic High School students, but most were just appreciative it was held at all.
Apr. 26 2021 @ 12:05am
Artist proves teacher was wrong about his talent
Paul Johnson flunked the one and only art class he's ever taken.It was in the early '70s at Jefferson City High School.
Apr. 26 2021 @ 12:05am
Dogs, owners gather for festive event
Dozens of area residents brought their dogs to Sunday's Flyball and Disc Clinic to learn a new trick or two.
Apr. 19 2021 @ 12:05am
Community Bike Ride works to instill confidence in cycling
Sunday's Community Bike Ride in Jefferson City drew some 40 cyclists to a regular event that has helped to instill confidence in beginning and casual riders for the past couple of years.
Apr. 12 2021 @ 12:05am
Bruce Ring brings high-level BBQ to Capital City Cook-Off
For years, Bruce Ring competed against some of the nation's best barbecue cooks, taking home some 400 awards.
Apr. 12 2021 @ 12:05am
Easter at the Stadium draws crowd
Ray Hentges Stadium was nearly packed at Capital City Christian Church's first "Easter at the Stadium" event on Easter morning.
Apr. 5 2021 @ 12:05am
Sobee is in the running again for America's top canine spot
After Jason Howe's dog, Sobee, was among the top finalists in a national competition last year, the pair are giving it another try this year.
Mar. 29 2021 @ 12:05am
Concord Baptist Church celebrates 50 years of faithfulness
A half-century ago, a group at First Baptist Church formed what would become Concord Baptist Church as a mission project, starting the small church amid mostly wilderness.
Mar. 22 2021 @ 12:05am
John Howland: A full, focused life
Call him obsessively competitive if you'd like. But family and a meticulous focus on goals is John Howland's secret to a full and happy life.
Mar. 22 2021 @ 12:05am
Spring gardening gains traction
With the recent cold, rainy weather, planting might be far from the minds of area gardeners. However, local experts said there's plenty to be done, whether it be preparing for a garden or actually planting.
Mar. 15 2021 @ 12:05am
Dynamic Jefferson City pastor disrupts status quo
Avoid telling the Rev. Angela Madden: "We've always done it this way."The First Presbyterian Church's senior pastor thrives on adapting and innovating — finding new ways to bring people to Christ.
Mar. 8 2021 @ 12:05am