Ken Garten Legal Perspectives The attitude of the criminal justice system has changed over the years. Historically, there has been a policy favoring finality. If… Login to continue reading Login…
Marvin Sands, Independence To the editor: As the current Missouri General Assembly continues to carry out its legislative business, it is also continuing to ensure… Login to continue reading Login…
Last month’s train derailment and release of toxic chemicals in Ohio has led to talk of the federal government taking rail safety more seriously. That’s… Login to continue reading Login…
“You can’t handle the truth!” One of the great lines ever uttered in a movie. Jack Nicholson plays Colonel Jessup in a classic movie “A… Login to continue reading Login…
I am pleased to share some great news regarding the generosity of our community in 2022. Last year grants and scholarship payments from all funds… Login to continue reading Login…
A newspaper is part of a community’s ongoing conversation that ranges from who won the game Friday night to who’s running for office and what… Login to continue reading Login…
Confession is always a good place to start. I have been known to “reach out” and, ugh, “circle back.” In a business setting, I once… Login to continue reading Login…
In April of 1981, Jack O’Renick was elected mayor of the city of Sugar Creek. He replaced a legend, Rudy Roper, who had been mayor… Login to continue reading Login…
Every workday, I’m reminded of the rich and varied history of the Independence area. During my 15-mile drive from my home in Liberty to work… Login to continue reading Login…
Plans to repair the Missouri Capitol building in Jefferson City have been sitting around for years. Last week’s embarrassing revelation of cracks that have now… Login to continue reading Login…