For many waterfowl hunters and nature viewers, the wood duck is Missouri’s – and, to a larger extent, North America’s – forgotten conservation success story. more

Last week, I wrote in my review of “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” that I wasn’t really familiar with the “Dungeons & Dragons” game, and that may have affected my enjoyment of the movie. There will be no such disclaimer for “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” more

A politician friend justifiably took me to task last week about my comments on politicians on April 5. I went back to that previously written column and concluded... more

Dear Editor, HB1169 is a bill that is being considered in Jefferson City designed to protect Missourians against... more

If you’re not planning to plant a tree in the days ahead (or be involved in the planting of one), at least take a moment to think about how important trees are. more

Before this latest freeze, I thought I felt a touch of spring in the air. more

Let me begin by saying that I did not go into “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” familiar with the source material. I certainly knew “of” the famous tabletop game and that it takes place in... more

I was flipping through the pages of my Arm & Hammer Pure Baking Soda “Over 100 Helpful Household Hints” book by Christine Halvorson. It is obviously full of ideas on how to use baking soda. I want to say right now that I don't have any recommendations on which baking soda is the best of the best, but you might guess by the title which one is preferred in this book. There is a recipe for a general purpose cleaner that I thought I would share with you. One teaspoon borax, one teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons vinegar or lemon juice, l/4 teaspoon liquid dish soap and two cups of hot water are the ingredients. It suggests wearing rubber gloves when using this mixture and storing in a spray bottle. There are several other “recipes” for other cleaning projects in the house. more

Aggressive dogs along the Frisco Highline Trail more

Though I've yet to settle on what I want to be when I grow up, I've never wanted to be anyone other than me. more

There’s something about a fourth movie in a series that tends to be dangerous for a franchise’s legacy. more

More and more people are discovering that, when it comes to their lawns and flower gardens, beauty doesn’t have to be imported. more