Opinion: ICE Arrest at Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo
A man named Ricardo Montes was arrested by ICE August 8 at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo. At least 3 other people are reported to have been arrested by ICE at the event. Last night’s headlining performer was That Mexican OT. Montes’ wife told me last night that he was held overnight at the Miner…
Opinion: Missouri’s 2026 Primary Election Shows A Breakage of The Partisan Lens
Author: Gwyneth Pearson The 2026 Missouri Primary Election shows that when voters make decisions on policy instead of party – unity can be found. Missourians cast their votes on four ballot measures August 4, 2026. Amendments 4 and 5 were the most controversial and contested measures. Amendment 4 looked to change the way folks vote…
Opinion: Reactions to the Death of Lloyd Gilmore
Written by Anonymous As a member of this community, I’ve been watching public discourse online recently following the tragic death of Lloyd Gilmore. I’d like to emphasize that I do empathize with his family, and I hope God will comfort them in this difficult time in their lives. But as I’ve been watching from the…