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The recent party caucuses of Missouri’s legislature provide an example for the U.S. Congress of a more civil and productive approach to dealing with changes after a general election. Congressional party caucuses have been divided by ideological, political and personality conflicts. That is so different from the comments of newly elected Missouri Senate Republican Leader…

For many, the Friday after Thanksgiving signals the beginning of the holiday shopping season. During this time, we are constantly bombarded with advertisements about the deals we could receive if we shop online. While there is no denying that many consumers benefit from the competitive pricing and wide selections offered by online merchants, those benefits…

It appears winter has come early this year, causing frustration on my part. It doesn’t help that fall is my favorite season with the changing colors and light jacket weather. As I sit by my window, attempting to fend off the cold while watching snow fall, I find myself grumpy with weather. And then, in…

The month of November brings us the colors of fall that signal the changing of the seasons and nearing the end of the fall academic semester. National Native American Heritage Month is officially recognized in November. For Native Americans, this is more appropriately recognized as Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month. During this month, we celebrate Thanksgiving…

In just a few days, families and friends throughout Missouri and the nation will join together in celebration of Thanksgiving, a day that offers us the increasingly rare opportunity of taking a break from our hectic schedules and simply enjoying the company of our loved ones. And while every Thanksgiving reminds us to reflect on…

By the time you read this, you’ll know the results of our local, state and national elections. My question for you: What will change? We allow the sun to rise and set upon the outcomes of these events. Washington houses the sacred temples of our republic, and we wait with bated breath to discover what…

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the blessings we have in our lives and to share memories with our loved ones. We are thankful because we’re able to provide you and your family with services, benefits, tools, and information to help you throughout life’s journey. Social Security is more than just a retirement program.…

When I first began contributing this column in 2009, America was on the cusp of the Obama regime. The column survived eight years of Obama, four years of Trump’s efforts to put America first, and now two years of Biden’s unbridled liberalism. I did okay, I think. Initially, I believed I would have enough material…

Changes are coming next year for when Medicare Part B coverage starts. What is not changing: • If you are eligible at age 65, your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): • Begins three months before your 65th birthday. • Includes the month of your 65th birthday. • Ends three months after your 65th birthday. If you…

“It’s not as scary as it looks.” —Yubin Zhang My heart was racing. My stomach was churning. A lump was forming in my throat. What made me think I could do this? Ever since I was a teenager I have had the notion that I could do anything I set my sights on. Being a…