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ROSE NOLEN: Congress needs to prepare for Social Security's budget drain
As Social Security money dwindles and the nation's debt rises, Congress needs to "protect our money and demand that rich people pay their fair share of taxes."
Missouri baseball team loses at Arkansas
Missouri's bats stayed quiet again in a 6-3 loss Tuesday night at Arkansas, the Tigers' third straight defeat.
Columbia College softball team splits doubleheader in AMC tournament semifinals
The Cougars will face Williams Baptist again in a deciding Game 3 at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Walnut Ridge, Ark.
Development Strategies updates findings on the economic impact of historic preservation
Development Strategies, a consulting firm, reported its recent findings from an economic study it started in February. The study evaluates the economic impact of historic preservation.
UPDATE: Obama sees 'new day' 1 year after bin Laden raid
President Barack Obama addresses the U.S. from Bagram, Afghanistan, on the anniversary of Osama bin Laden's death.
After 42 years, Boone County's fire district mechanic retires
Roy Francis began working for the Boone County Fire Protection District in 1970. In his service, he has developed practices that are now used nationwide and has seen technology developments drastically change firefighting.
UPDATE: Judge urges new trial in 1990 Missouri farm death
Boone County Circuit Judge Gary Oxenhandler ruled that Mark Woodworth should have his conviction set aside because prosecutors failed to turn over key evidence to Woodworth's lawyers.
Obama flies to Afghanistan, signs pact with Karzai
President Barack Obama signed an agreement vowing long-term ties with Afghanistan after U.S. combat forces leave. Obama will address the nation at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Fifth case of E. coli confirmed in Boone County
Five cases of E. coli have been confirmed in Boone County as of Tuesday. All five people drank unpasteurized milk from the same Howard County farm, according to a news release from the Health Department.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Matthes needs to check facts on Missouri TIF projects
Tax-increment financing districts throughout the state run contrary to Columbia City Manager Mike Matthes' statements to the Missourian about the history of the financing method.
Wainwright wins first game in Cardinals' victory over Pirates
Adam Wainwright earned his first win since 2010, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-7 on Tuesday.
MU freshman Carolyn Dolan remembered for charming, inspiring personality
Carolyn Dolan was a shoe connoisseur, a whiz in the classroom, an infectious comedian and a motivated athlete.
Royals can't recover from Tigers' early scoring burst
Austin Jackson had four hits and Rick Porcello pitched eight strong innings to lead the Detroit Tigers past the Kansas City Royals 9-3 on Tuesday night.
Peppers Nightclub owner requests annexation and rezoning of the property
One potential of the property suggested is in conflict with a court injunction that bans the sale or distribution of alcohol on the property. The injunction was enacted after a gunfight resulted in a death at the nightclub.
Hickman baseball against Liberty canceled
The Kewpies' game Tuesday against Liberty was canceled because of the potential for bad weather.
Gladys Roth devoted 50 years to the real estate business
Gladys P. Roth of Columbia died Tuesday, April 24. She was 98 years old.
Gladys P. Roth, September 15, 1913 — April 24, 2012, of Columbia
Gladys P. Roth of Columbia died Tuesday, April 24. She was 98 years old.
FROM READERS: Harrisburg senior signs NCAA letter of intent
Haley Heuer, who will graduate from Harrisburg High School this year, signed a letter of intent to run track with the University of Central Missouri.
FROM READERS: Backyard bluebirds make a housing choice
Missourian reader John Hall shares pictures of the backyard bluebirds he named Lester and Lessie.
MU Bassoon Ensemble experiences growth, challenges stereotypes
The MU Bassoon Ensemble has grown from four members to 14 since 2005. Director Rod Ackmann has been playing the bassoon since junior high.