By Karan Pujji With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, millions of Americans are preparing for a long day in the kitchen, football on the TV, and scores of extended family members taking over their houses. Yet, once the last slice of […]
Opinion: Vaping helps Missouri quit smoking
By John Burns It is no secret that many cigarette smokers wish to quit, but haven’t been able to. This incredible challenge has always been personal for me because I myself am a former smoker who struggled to quit, having […]
Letter to the Editor: Lifting regulations on E15, boosting rural economy
It was great to see President Donald Trump coming to Missouri before the election, It certainly boosted Senator-elect Hawley’s chance of victory. The President was active across the state to discuss issues that matter most to Missouri, including his […]
Opinion: For the first time in 12 years, Cole County has the opportunity to transform its justice system
By Sara Baker America has become the world’s largest incarcerator. The old approach to criminal justice has damaged lives and has cost billions of dollars, with few positive outcomes. It is time for a new way of thinking. We need […]
Letter to the Editor: Stop gambling with workers’ health
This November, St. Louis County residents will see a ballot measure that prohibits smoking in parts of gaming facilities. I’m asking all readers to vote NO on this proposal. It doesn’t go far enough to protect public health. Casino […]
Opinion: A reimagined St. Louis
By Jack Seigel Tuesday night I attended the Better Together event where five dynamic speakers imagined what St Louis could be. They presented over the backdrop of a fragmented region, rife with duplicative services. A place where we compete […]
Letter to the Editor: Education and technology go hand in hand
Education is rapidly transforming in the age of digital learning. Being an educator in today’s age is no easy task. Educators need to consider their ability to use technology as a learning tool to better educate students. By the fifth […]
Opinion: American health care system needs work
By Sam Gladney I’m not much for posturing. I don’t care for empty rhetoric. Blame it on my Missouri and Army roots. In the Army, only proposals that can produce results garner consideration. The American health care system needs serious work, […]
Opinion: Why the marijuana ballot measures fall short
By Jack Seigel Any marijuana-related policy change that does not make reparations for the war on drugs is doing a disservice to the poor communities of color that were plagued by the unnecessary and racially motivated policies of the past. […]
Opinion: Americans need federal tax simplification
By John Lee As Election Day nears, Republican incumbents are touting federal tax cuts to defend their seats In Rep. Carlos Curbelo’s (R-FL) words: “I think our biggest accomplishment was to pass historic tax reform legislation that has allowed an […]