Letters to the Editor
Letter: Obama’s Kool-Aid is a recipe for disaster
Obama’s values not consistent with our country’s history.
Letter: Life experience leads to vote for Obama
One Columbia voter grew up in a conservative household, but his belief in freedom, equality and humanity led to support for Obama.
Letter: Leaders should recognize imperfections, show understanding
Perhaps we need a president who knows the difference between a boss who “goes by the book,” and one who realizes that some unintended circumstances may arise.
Back-to-school drivers need to get their heads into gear
Parents and students need to follow traffic laws and be mindful of pedestrians as they drive on roads near campus and throughout Columbia.
Americans need answers from their candidates
There is a wave of spirit washing across the plains these days.
Letter: Finding truths about oil prices
Voters must consider the candidates' platform and position on off-shore oil drilling and production.
It's inhumane to use Tasers, ever
First Ward resident finds use of Tasers to be disturbing, sad and sickening.
Public administrator as parent is inappropriate analogy
It is never appropriate for any government official to analogize that their position is parental in any fashion. An adult person with a disability is first and foremost a person. If they require a conservatorship or guardianship, they currently have the inability to manage their proprieties and have additional concerns and strife that the average person is fortunate enough not to have. They do not deserve being patronized.
MU dean questions the cause of the failing schools
Why are Columbia Public Schools failing the MAP? Many Columbia Public Schools failed to score ‘proficient’ on standardized tests.
Letter: Cande Iveson has experience needed for state legislature
Her history of advocacy for family and children's issues makes her a strong candidate for 23rd District state representative
Letter: Candidate tells how zoning can help Boone County
Southern Boone County commissioner candidate explains the difference between up-zoning and down-zoning and how it is important to Boone County.
Letter: Bremer's dedication, values make her strong candidate for Sixth Ward committeewoman
Amy Bremer is an accomplished professional chemical engineer, with both Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees with honors, a solid homeowner and tax payer and a rising community leader.
Letter: Tasers more hazardous than helpful
Columbia resident voices concerns of Taser use by police both for the public
Privatization without additional funding will take away from VA hospital system
Veterans are admitted into VA hospitals by priorities including the percents of service-connected disabilities, income and receipt of a purple heart.
Letter: GetAbout Columbia's Garth trail extension too expensive, not needed
PedNet director Ian Thomas has said the extension is inexpensive and could raise property values around it. Others say the extension is a move to spend federal money quickly.
Letter: Mary Still will be there for the community
Mary Still, candidate for the 25th District, is a mentor, teacher and friend.
Letter: Sid Sullivan will provide fresh perspectives for County Commissioner
He says his candidacy is not about building a long career, but making a difference.
Columbia is paradise for hip replacement surgery
Getting hip surgery confirms the fact that Columbia is paradise after dealing with doctors, surgeons and a recovery center staffed by angels.
GetAbout trails close to homes should not cause concern
Residents shouldn't be upset that trails will be built near their homes.
Panhandling should be illegal in Columbia
Panhandlers don’t deserve my money I work hard for. Keep these people off the streets, Columbia Police Department. They are a menace to society.