Opinion

Wesley Tucker, Denice Ferguson and Mary Sobba and Integrated Marketing Communications Director Robert Jones University of Missouri Extension Agricultural Business Specialists Every Missouri farmer understands a basic truth. A good harvest does not happen by chance.

Dear Editor, Since January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump has been working around the clock to put American Farmers First after inheriting one of the toughest farm economies our country has faced in decades.

When the final whistle blew and the scoreboard read a 10-7 loss for the Denver Broncos against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game, the silence in the room felt heavier than the snowfall outside Empower Field at Mile High. This was not how anyone drew the end of this season.

The Richmond News, Jan. 30, 2026 Jan Blankenship Jan Marie Blankenship, 72, of Camden passed away Tuesday, Jan.

Dear Editor, As we enter 2026, I want to speak directly to police officers, supervisors and leaders, not from a position of theory but from lived experience. Law enforcement is a profession built on service, sacrifice and resilience.

Some victories are merely recorded in history, while others resonate on a deeper level, feeling like pivotal moments even before celebrations end. The Denver Broncos’ overtime win against the Buffalo Bills was meant to be one of those profound victories – a statement of strength.

Dear Editor, More than 300,000 Missourians have spoken clearly: we want fair maps, not political power grabs paid for with our tax dollars. That’s nearly three times the number of signatures required by law to place a redistricting referendum on the ballot.

National Bubble Bath Day went unnoticed earlier this month, but its low-key celebration aligns well with the theme. A holiday centered on warm water and foam isn’t about spectacle; it’s about taking a moment to slow down, which often gets overlooked amidst winter routines and relentless activity.

There was a time when New Year’s Eve felt like the biggest night of the year. As a kid, it was never about resolutions, goals or the weight of time passing.

The Ray County Sheriff’s Office has announced substantial improvements to the Ray County Jail following a comprehensive evaluation conducted in early 2025. These upgrades address safety, security and operational concerns identified by outside auditors and detention experts.