EDITORIAL: Teamwork benefits taxpayers in Hewitt merger
EDITORIAL: Have a heart for women's health
EDITORIAL: Missed message Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation launched a faulty public relations campaign
EDITORIAL: Letting their fingers do the talking
EDITORIAL: Life-saving blood center
EDITORIAL: Memorial Masonic Grand Lodge Temple could be critical piece in revitalizing downtown Waco
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints yours and ours
EDITORIAL: State's new STAAR tests are unfair for students
EDITORIAL: Kudos for McLennan County transparency
EDITORIAL: Election time means yet another round of legal residency dustups
EDITORIAL: Republicans should press ahead on important Keystone XL Pipeline project
EDITORIAL: Mapping it out
EDITORIAL: Running for a miracle
EDITORIAL: In search of role models for our community
EDITORIAL: While state, national leaders talk, Alzheimer's support group is rallying
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Feral feline controversy over at Lions Park
EDITORIAL: Setting priorities for riverfront Waco
EDITORIAL: Hope and change
EDITORIAL: Tragic end for Joe Paterno shouldn't overshadow life of accomplishment
EDITORIAL: Texas Tech's gesture of Big 12 solidarity is a noble one
EDITORIAL: 3-way GOP presidential contest means other states will count
EDITORIAL: Giffords resigns
EDITORIAL: Internet piracy showdown
EDITORIAL: League of Women Voters too valuable to remain on the political sidelines
EDITORIAL: Richard E. Scott paved way for better, healthier community
EDITORIAL: For all our early hopes, Rick Perry's campaign was undisciplined, unfocused
EDITORIAL: Mixing middle, high school students should worry everyone
EDITORIAL: Dublin Dr Pepper myths
EDITORIAL: Cooler heads must prevail to resolve feline fight
EDITORIAL: Perry, Gingrich wrong to attack Romney on business experience
EDITORIAL: Staying the course at Baylor University
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Limiting government waste, scrutinizing costs is what taxpayers want to see
EDITORIAL: So no child goes hungry
EDITORIAL: Good luck to RG3 in the NFL — come back anytime
EDITORIAL: Free neutering program
EDITORIAL: Super PACs may be here to stay, but we should demand accountability
EDITORIAL: Bellmead residents may have to step in to ensure city government behaves
EDITORIAL: Cops and copper
EDITORIAL: Celebrating one local veteran's cause
EDITORIAL: Time to weigh in on Waco ISD school closures
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: More financial disclosure for county officials
EDITORIAL: Every bit counts to hard-bitten taxpayers
EDITORIAL: Top vote-getters in Iowa offer Republicans rich choices
EDITORIAL: Improving U.S. energy picture means less Middle East anxiety
EDITORIAL: Highest court should guide us past crass partisanship of redistricting
EDITORIAL: Change in Medicaid coverage options need reviewing now, not later
EDITORIAL: Daily Opinion page still offers meeting of ideas, thoughts: both yours and ours
The Trib editorial board surveys a lively 2011 in Waco
EDITORIAL: Return of American troops from Iraq makes holiday season one to cherish
EDITORIAL: County leaders shouldn't be in dark in oversight of jail facilities
EDITORIAL: Statehouse candidates must be able to articulate thoughts, ideas on school funding
EDITORIAL: Interstate milestone justifies more leadership from elected state officials
EDITORIAL: Rick Perry's double-dipping shows how broken government is
EDITORIAL: So much for commerce and competition
EDITORIAL: Christmas rings hollow if it's just about presents, turkey and holiday cheer
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: H-E-B donation of books bolsters relevance of reading in our children
EDITORIAL: You can skip this charity
EDITORIAL: Proposed substance abuse center might be OK fit, especially with the police nearby in North Waco
EDITORIAL: Grand, year-end display of gridlock, political games should leave U.S. lawmakers ashamed
EDITORIAL: Former Tribune-Herald publisher set bar high for journalists, civic leaders
EDITORIAL: Banning cellphones for drivers is too far-reaching
EDITORIAL: Waco leaders should recall snafus when picking next city attorney
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Exciting times for Midway football team seeking state title
EDITORIAL: Sharing Waco arts funding with more groups is a good idea
EDITORIAL: At last a deal reached in Sandy Creek coal-fired power plant lawsuit
EDITORIAL: Give a book for low-income children
EDITORIAL: Baylor and Waco must work together in this glorious post-Heisman moment
Let us know about angels in our community
EDITORIAL: Visit a state park this season
EDITORIAL: A shining moment for Robert Griffin III, Baylor and Waco
EDITORIAL: In search of angels among us
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Sales tax rebates needed by city, county in harsh economy
EDITORIAL: Message of fiscal austerity lost on Washington
EDITORIAL: Saluting a Pearl Harbor veteran whose duty continued well after the war
EDITORIAL: Baylor robberies T-shirt worth the laughs if it also makes you more cautious
EDITORIAL: Pearl Harbor's 70th anniversary reminds us of the best, and worst, of our nation
EDITORIAL: Our best to the troops
EDITORIAL: Hermain Cain brought on his downfall, not the news media
EDITORIAL: Technology at last trumps oil-rich despots in pursuing our energy needs
EDITORIAL: Republicans should stick with small government
EDITORIAL: Baylor Bears give us all a big lesson in self-confidence
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Should Coryell County build a new jail when McLennan County's remains unfilled?
EDITORIAL: Investing in our past at Baylor's Daniel Historic Village
EDITORIAL: We hope American Airlines can fly high again
EDITORIAL: Keeping Baylor students safe
EDITORIAL: Democrats irresponsible to cut taxes that fund Social Security
EDITORIAL: Fill Floyd Casey Stadium this weekend
EDITORIAL: A merry Afghan Christmas tree
EDITORIAL: Waco Mammoth Site model of austerity should be used elsewhere
EDITORIAL: SpaceX facility in McGregor is America's best commercial hope for space
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Let those cash registers ring out, heralding a proud American pursuit
EDITORIAL: See you at this Saturday's Downtown Farmers Market
EDITORIAL: Times are tough, which makes us doubly grateful
EDITORIAL: Poor leadership in Washington at root of supercommittee's shameful failure
EDITORIAL: Reveling in Baylor's win over the Oklahoma Sooners
EDITORIAL: Respect the rules at Waco's new dog park
EDITORIAL: Voters should be enraged at lawmakers who use their position to profit
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, your and ours
EDITORIAL: Speaker Straus on target in margins tax reform
EDITORIAL: Overwhelming donations to support Waco animal shelter 'invigorating'
EDITORIAL: Reach for the stars with SpaceX
EDITORIAL: Waco education summit is for parents, too
EDITORIAL: We celebrate the Supreme Court taking on Obamacare
EDITORIAL: Helping homeless students in Waco
EDITORIAL: Midway ISD Superintendent Lancaster will be missed
EDITORIAL: New Baylor stadium would neatly complement university, city goals
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: In a fiercely divided nation, we can still rally around our troops, our veterans
EDITORIAL: Rocking the boat at Penn State
EDITORIAL: Dog, cat food donations needed in Waco
EDITORIAL: Problems in Robinson ISD not going away
EDITORIAL: More realistic cost-of-living formula could rein in entitlement spending
EDITORIAL: Did you feel that?
EDITORIAL: Election Day — here's what we recommend
EDITORIAL: Jailhouse physician contract should be put out for bids
EDITORIAL: Worthy Robinson ISD bond package promises benefits far beyond the classroom
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Recreation trail troubles reinforce need to fully consider local contractors
EDITORIAL: Waco City Council gazing at navels
EDITORIAL: Yes, indeed, In God We Trust
EDITORIAL: Cost-cutting plan to overhaul Waco ISD demands we acknowledge new era of austerity
EDITORIAL: Rick Perry is right; it's time for our state to get beyond opening up wounds over slavery, racism
EDITORIAL: Old dogs, new tricks
EDITORIAL: Some big, fat mistakes in Waco health brochure
EDITORIAL: Continued defiance of state law highlights repeated failures of Waco City Council
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Perry can keep his flat tax proposal, but rest of economic plan rates support
EDITORIAL: Market forces, not government, can remedy what ails housing industry
EDITORIAL: Proposition 10 is state housekeeping measure that needs tidy approval
EDITORIAL: Proposition 9 could block relevant information from potential employers
EDITORIAL: Moving right along
EDITORIAL: Proposition 6 worthy, but won't solve long-term school finance problem
EDITORIAL: Amendment encourages cities, counties to consolidate on more ventures
EDITORIAL: School finance in spotlight
EDITORIAL: Development promises to transform North Waco in vibrant ways
EDITORIAL: An important addendum on Proposition 1
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Counties should have tax zone rights, too
EDITORIAL: Was the new HOT Fair token system fair this year?
EDITORIAL: Voters should help finance no-cost successful student loan program
EDITORIAL: Pantry shelves are bare and your help is sought
EDITORIAL: Vote smart on water bond measure in midst of Texas drought
EDITORIAL: Protect Texas' wide open spaces, ensure water conservation
EDITORIAL: Vote yes on tax break for veterans' spouses
EDITORIAL: Dissecting Herman Cain's 9-9-9 Plan
EDITORIAL: Animal Control Advisory Board, facing serious city animal shelter woes, is way short members
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Piecemeal illegal immigration fixes, like Alabama's, are not working
EDITORIAL: Postal officials, leaders would be wise to consider ideas from rank & file
EDITORIAL: Possibilities of new Waco Water Park going swimmingly well
EDITORIAL: Maybe Afghanistan would look better if we had better questioned our leaders
EDITORIAL: Record-setting downpour not nearly enough to reverse effects of long-term drought
EDITORIAL: Even if you can't afford it, banquet's ideas are worthy of all
EDITORIAL: Welcome, TCU, back to the stable
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: New Baylor/MCC program to launch students with affordable, academic starts
EDITORIAL: Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo reminds us of our triumphs during long, hard year
EDITORIAL: Federal budget cuts to State, foreign aid correct move
EDITORIAL: Just whose side is Ron Paul on?
EDITORIAL: First Downtown Development leader must understand Waco both inside and out
EDITORIAL: Wall Street protests evidence of ongoing political unrest
EDITORIAL: Obama administration right to press Supreme Court on health care
EDITORIAL: Whoa! Shouldn't bold Waco Water Park venture rate at least some public discussion first?
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: State Comptroller Susan Combs' school study touts cost-effective options to consider
EDITORIAL: US Postal Service in need of complete overhaul
EDITORIAL: Bull Hide Creek plant tour is just one example of how government, residents must cooperate
EDITORIAL: Harry Jeanes' patriotism, public service legacy
EDITORIAL: Robert Griffin shows true spirit of camaraderie
EDITORIAL: Senator Steve Ogden did his state proud
EDITORIAL: Decrepit Waco animal shelter reflects poorly on city, county officials
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Big 12 saved, but needs new game plan, leadership
EDITORIAL: Obama should drop challenge to job-creating AT&T merger
EDITORIAL: Liberals do Americans no favors by encouraging class warfare over taxes
EDITORIAL: The sky is falling, but it's not worth worrying about
EDITORIAL: Republicans need to get act straight on entitlement programs
EDITORIAL: Parole board sends wrong message about custody rulings
EDITORIAL: Baylor's assets ensure it a bright future in any conference
EDITORIAL: Copper theft ordinance has Waco, businesses collaborating
EDITORIAL: State leaders should show same resolve about water that Waco has for years
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Hewitt City Council shows why local government is often the best government
EDITORIAL: Feeding Central Texas children
EDITORIAL: Riding for others in Waco Wild West Century bike ride
EDITORIAL: Obama jobs plan, tough EPA rules would collide in fixing sagging economy
EDITORIAL: Waco 9/11 memorial needs strong leadership to finish the job
EDITORIAL: Global action, not just by US, needed for air quality reforms
EDITORIAL: Salute military families — they're the few really sacrificing in war on terrorism
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Republican candidates got beyond Obama-bashing in debate
EDITORIAL: Championing the needy among us
EDITORIAL: Baylor, Big 12 brethren right to take a stand against Texas A&M
EDITORIAL: Central Texans must be vigilant, proactive in face of raging wildfires
EDITORIAL: SpaceX, its Central Texas facility, are our next hope for U.S. astronauts
EDITORIAL: Buy American, buy local
EDITORIAL: Let's celebrate companies that give pay raises, yet understand why others can't
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Playground politics in Washington, once again
EDITORIAL: We must focus on Big 12's future in wake of Aggies' imminent departure
EDITORIAL: White House needs to get its wireless message straight
EDITORIAL: Fill the stands with Baylor fans for Friday night rematch against TCU
EDITORIAL: La Vega superintendent's success makes her honor most deserving
EDITORIAL: Facing the Facebook music in Lorena
EDITORIAL: Police busy impounding cars
EDITORIAL: Bolstering the McLennan County Courthouse
EDITORIAL: Maintaining a sharp focus on busy Interstate 35 through Waco
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Precautions, please!
EDITORIAL: Baylor Kick Off Luncheon recognizes one of the Trib's very own — Hollis Biddle
EDITORIAL: Big Blue Marble is a living, breathing, shaking planet with moving parts to contend with
EDITORIAL: One need not be a Baylor alumnus to commit to its foremost priority
EDITORIAL: NATO assistance in Libya proves others can help shoulder global crises
EDITORIAL: University High opening should challenge students to do better
EDITORIAL: Forget the politicians, naysayers; teachers are lifeblood, hope of any thriving community
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Let's buy time to solve local electoral crisis brought on by politicians
EDITORIAL: Bad timing on pay raises and tax hike could hinder Hewitt's proposed bond issue
EDITORIAL: Time for summer cleaning
EDITORIAL: Let's hope Sword of Damocles hangs heavy over congressional 'super committee'
EDITORIAL: We encourage Gov. Perry to defuse Aggie wanderlust, fight for Big 12 stability
EDITORIAL: City of Waco commissions, boards offer leadership role
EDITORIAL: Rick Perry is the best choice to take on Obama
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Uptick in donations to help Waco's poor is praiseworthy
EDITORIAL: Cameron Park surveillance cameras a welcome sight
EDITORIAL: Play it cool — Avoid being outside in excessive heat
EDITORIAL: Investors should have faith in American financial markets
EDITORIAL: Change in nation's credit rating forces more to take serious note of fiscal situation
EDITORIAL: Longhorn Network won't unfairly affect UT recruiting
EDITORIAL: Federal, state laws are making local elections a fine mess
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Be a hero and run in Saturday's 5K benefiting cancer research
EDITORIAL: YMCA, Family Health Center partnering to fight obesity health issues
EDITORIAL: State leaders' misuse of tax surcharge betrays the poor, cheats the rest of us
EDITORIAL: New neighbor calling
EDITORIAL: A moment of rare unity when Rep. Giffords voted
EDITORIAL: Gun clerk's quick thinking is reminder that each of us must be wary for terrorism
EDITORIAL: Debt-ceiling compromise is politics as usual
EDITORIAL: Consensus on evolution in Texas
EDITORIAL: Waco ISD right to re-evalute all programs, police included
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts, viewpoints — yours and ours
EDITORIAL: Hewitt City Council practicing good civics in asking voters for bond again
EDITORIAL: Letting U.S. default on its bills is nothing short of insane
EDITORIAL: Maybe we need to send NFL negotiators into the back rooms of Washington
EDITORIAL: Welcome, athletes, to Olympus
EDITORIAL: County commissioners should not ignore abandoned animals issue
EDITORIAL: New indoor tennis center again shows generosity of Jim, Nell Hawkins
EDITORIAL: Gang of Six debt relief plan at least lays groundwork to address crisis
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints, yours and ours
EDITORIAL: We encourage Waco's low-income families to take advantage of free meals
EDITORIAL: McLennan County's chief priority should always be greater efficiency with taxpayer dollars
EDITORIAL: Latest projects are evidence of TIF board's insight, deep faith in downtown Waco
EDITORIAL: New Pro-Life Waco strategy sure is innovative, but pitfalls may not be worth the effort
EDITORIAL: World Changers are back in town
EDITORIAL: Keeping our kids healthy
EDITORIAL: Prompt access: Waco city attorney has no right to defy state law over arrest warrant affidavits
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: No discussion — Debacle of wrong paint on county courthouse dome illustrates bigger problem
EDITORIAL: What business does the NCAA have muzzling Lady Bears coach Kim Mulkey?
EDITORIAL: FedEx expansion heralds future development
EDITORIAL: Idea of redistricting on Waco school board ignores bigger problems
EDITORIAL: No defense for unrestrained defense spending when our nation is in economic peril
EDITORIAL: Sheriff Larry Lynch will be hard to top
EDITORIAL: Both sides must offer fiscal concessions in this moment of truth if national peril is to be averted
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Next chapter in space shuttle program must come after we settle fiscal affairs
EDITORIAL: Casey Anthony elicits national outrage, curiosity in era of reality TV
EDITORIAL: Good riddance, Parkside Village
EDITORIAL: Campus stupidity at Baylor
EDITORIAL: Respect tree art in Cameron Park
EDITORIAL: The spirit of '76 still burns within us
EDITORIAL: Legislature did some good, but put off meeting real challenges
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints yours and ours
EDITORIAL: On eve of Independence Day weekend, an example of all-American compassion
EDITORIAL: Caritas expansion and helping to feed more area poor
EDITORIAL: Bosque River pollution demands hard science, real evidence from TCEQ
EDITORIAL: State lawmakers bowed to governor, compromised on Election 2010 vows of transparency
EDITORIAL: Don't waste the water
EDITORIAL: Texas Legislature spends too much time on rhetoric, too little on solutions
EDITORIAL: Mixing oil and politics
EDITORIAL: AT&T, T-Mobile merger offers our area, nation much in the wireless revolution
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints yours and ours
Editorial: Pulling out troops
EDITORIAL: Rain, rain, come back to Waco
EDITORIAL: Bill to prevent intrusive airport searches is more than just grandstanding
EDITORIAL: Lake Waco drownings are sad reminder of risks that come with enjoying outdoors
EDITORIAL: Achilles' heel of class-action suits highlighted by US Supreme Court on huge Wal-Mart suit
EDITORIAL: This summer, cool it with the fireworks
EDITORIAL: Tax exemptions — All of us must sacrifice a little each day to fund cherished aspects in American life
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: National Park System should be open to reinventing itself to endure hard times
EDITORIAL: NATO or bust?
EDITORIAL: Obama White House would be wise to slow down on fuel-economy goals
EDITORIAL: Tourism in Woodway
EDITORIAL: Real patriotism on Flag Day
EDITORIAL: We're glad to protect our nation's flag, but worry about intrusive laws
EDITORIAL: Waco High in spotlight
EDITORIAL: Our city's foresight, investment in water leave us poised for abundant possibilities
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Texans need to offer input as our state seeks a major overhaul of Medicaid
EDITORIAL: Stop drownings 'Rise to occcasion Waco and support water safety courses in schools for our youth
EDITORIAL: Party officials, lawmakers, voters must show resolve against public rascals
EDITORIAL: Mart TYC facilities have opportunity to streamline operations in hard times
EDITORIAL: Free to speak out
EDITORIAL: A sad sign of changing times
EDITORIAL: An ode to graduates
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Battling puppy mills
EDITORIAL: Let it never be said Texas lawmakers don't like passing lots of laws
EDITORIAL: Gov. Bill Clements turned Texas from Democratic stronghold to viable two-party system
EDITORIAL: If there's any justice, Angus McSwain's example will endure in his law students
EDITORIAL: Democrats rate much blame for special Texas legislative session
EDITORIAL: Congrats, victors
EDITORIAL: Priorities addressed
EDITORIAL: Time for each to do his bit for long-overdue Doris Miller Memorial
EDITORIAL: Message to Joplin from Waco
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Rapoport Academy superintendent Nancy Grayson retiring after 13 years
EDITORIAL: Bellmead follies
EDITORIAL: Online crime reports will save Waco police manpower and time
EDITORIAL: Project 254 buy local and help our poor, too
EDITORIAL: Looking beyond Parkside Village
EDITORIAL: We join our state's oil and gas industry in urging more transparency in fracking
EDITORIAL: 'City Council BS' in Waco
EDITORIAL: Rash of robberies should prompt Waco citizens to vigilance
EDITORIAL: Politics overshadow what may be good moves for state universities
EDITORIAL: Our weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Welcome news — Newfound revenue presents lawmakers late opportunity to make a difference in schools
EDITORIAL: Message received, Waco, about keeping local lake parks open
EDITORIAL: Political sway — Focusing on partisanship is a mistake when local political influence is threatened
EDITORIAL: Act of faith — Baylor regents demonstrate leadership by adopting increased operating budget
EDITORIAL: Come to Waco — Each of us can do a better job of selling our area to visitors, tourists
EDITORIAL: Pickens Plan, Flores idea both speak well for a future fueled by natural gas
EDITORIAL: A quarter-billion bucks for auto racing and mass layoffs for classroom teachers?
Our weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: We recommend Toni Herbert, Cary DuPuy in Saturday's local elections
EDITORIAL: Texas senators give themselves privileges they deny the rest of us
EDITORIAL: Tax breaks fair — Local officials know best tax abatements to offer incoming industries to help our area
EDITORIAL: Individuals who pursue jackpot justice might think twice if this bill passes
EDITORIAL: State bound athletes
EDITORIAL: Republicans must signal commitment to restructuring, transforming Medicare
EDITORIAL: City council right to put brakes on installation of red-light cameras
EDITORIAL: Many of us have grounds to question charitable aims of shuttered Parkside Village
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Gov. Perry's Enterprise Fund helping local economy
EDITORIAL: Looking for men of influence, pull and sway on the county commissioners court
EDITORIAL: West Texas wildfires should make us reconsider state cuts to help firefighters
EDITORIAL: After a decade of confusion, U.S. intelligence community gets its act down solid
EDITORIAL: Killing of Osama bin Laden demonstrates our nation's resolve, focus and patience
EDITORIAL: Unique public radio pledge drive will help build a local home, too
EDITORIAL: Cary DuPuy's role as a father of three, longtime businessman make him right for Waco school board
EDITORIAL: Toni Herbert's energy, smarts make her right for District 4 Waco City Council post
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, ideas and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Royal nuptials: wedding of Prince William to bride Kate Middleton will captivate world today
EDITORIAL: Partnership behind Waco Mammoth Site could be model for other parks in the future
EDITORIAL: House education bill would restore lost power to school boards
EDITORIAL: Tonight's chamber honorees can teach us how to thrive in a tough economy
EDITORIAL: It's OK to require birth certificates but let's not get crazy about it
EDITORIAL: No junk food tax is junk — Proposals to regulate food behavior would unfairly penalize Texas consumers
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Prayer request
EDITORIAL: Texas House members should look up, because the sky really is falling
EDITORIAL: Rapoport Foundation gift seeks to help new generations pursue education
EDITORIAL: Bicycle lanes in Waco promote a greener, healthier way of living
EDITORIAL: To keep our schools functional, parents must take a greater interest
EDITORIAL: State comptroller has plenty of work to do in rectifying colossal information breach
EDITORIAL: Good news for the Big 12
EDITORIAL: An ode to the eagles of Lake Waco
Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and ideas
EDITORIAL: President needlessly poisons dialogue on plans to attack national debt
EDITORIAL: Adventure XTERRA triathlon championships return to Cameron Park, highlights Waco s trails
EDITORIAL: Texas lost out on shuttle
EDITORIAL: Community leaders, educators and parents must brace for new reality in our schools
EDITORIAL: Community can take pride in young leaders honored by Waco Rotary Club
EDITORIAL: Hungering to help
EDITORIAL: SpaceX is proof private industry can succeed in government's stead
EDITORIAL: Shame on those Americans who encouraged a government shutdown
EDITORIAL: Our weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Congrats, Lady Aggies
EDITORIAL: Resignation of dedicated prosecutor Beth Toben is deep loss for our community
EDITORIAL: Congressman Paul Ryan offers earnest approach to debt reduction
EDITORIAL: MCC must reconsider campus amenities while refocusing on its core mission
EDITORIAL: Worthy Senate bill would compel Texas school boards to open up superintendent hiring process
EDITORIAL: Have Paladin, will travel
EDITORIAL: Lake Waco visitors needed
EDITORIAL: Congressman Bill Flores needs to skip stunts, help forge real solutions for us
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinion heartbreak over Baylor's loss and skepticism toward a lawsuit filed by 1 million women
EDITORIAL: Supreme Court should set high bar in allowing millions to join class-action suits
EDITORIAL: Northeast Waco residents must show courage to fight plague of shooting deaths, crime
EDITORIAL: Fourth time around
EDITORIAL: President's forceful speech at least offers criteria for Americans to consider before making war
EDITORIAL: Sure, Fat Ho Burgers name is off-putting, but we still marvel at its success in this economy
EDITORIAL: Kudos to our folks
EDITORIAL: Time for real leadership
EDITORIAL: Archaeological discovery by Baylor, others is 'nail in coffin' for previous theories of early man
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: With all due diligence
EDITORIAL: City redistricting effort shows progress possible when partisanship not part of mix
EDITORIAL: Increasing speed limits on state highways will cost more and likely cause more accidents
EDITORIAL: Giving greater meaning to Kari Baker's life and death is now up to state legislators
EDITORIAL: Helping the littlest through acts of kindness from afar
EDITORIAL: Let's hope President Obama keeps his promise in Libya
EDITORIAL: Texas consumers need help, less hidden fees, with electric bills
EDITORIAL: We hope our visitors enjoy NCAA action, but there's more to us than just basketball
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Local city, school races require voters's attention on complex issues
Michael Gerson: Understanding Bob Gates
David Brooks: Obama's prudence works now, but may backfire
EDITORIAL: Good first step by Rep. Flores
EDITORIAL: Texas Citizen Participation Act would ensure the powerful can't muzzle or fleece you
EDITORIAL: Nation in rubble
EDITORIAL: There's no excuse for lawmakers to haggle over bill to license, inspect large-scale pet-breeding operations
EDITORIAL: Keep your hands on wheel
EDITORIAL: Do we care about our schools in the face of real crisis?
Dallas Morning News: Texas leaders can't be allowed to hide in dark
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, both yours and ours
EDITORIAL: A little sweat for humanity
EDITORIAL: No matter how secure Cameron Park is, caution must always accompany our visits
EDITORIAL: Good judgment must be a priority for oversight of state funds
EDITORIAL: K-9 back on his feet
EDITORIAL: Even football fans must marvel at absurdity of NFL squabbles
EDITORIAL: Decision against indicting Baylor basketball standout is proper
EDITORIAL: Tough Supreme Court decision on funeral protests is painful but true to the Constitution
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: A time to celebrate success, dedication and transformation
EDITORIAL: A bankrupt nation with two wars doesn't need to meddle in Libya
EDITORIAL: Learning to do good from the iY generation
EDITORIAL: Texans need to summon courage our forefathers showed
EDITORIAL: Fight for democracy in Middle East is taking its toll on us at home
EDITORIAL: Ensuring our right to know
EDITORIAL: Celebrating 75 years of the Junior League
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: A test for us all
EDITORIAL: Time to re-evaluate taxpayer-funded perks enjoyed by some public employees
EDITORIAL: Freezing pay of WISD educators may safeguard jobs in perilous economy
EDITORIAL: Walking in their shoes
EDITORIAL: Reflecting on George Washington
EDITORIAL: Another of our cities learns from its mistakes, sets a course promising municipal integrity
EDITORIAL: Setting student boundaries
EDITORIAL: Child advocacy groups urge Legislature to push nutrition, exercise laws for students
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, thoughts and viewpoints
EDITORIAL: Eminent domain bill a big step
EDITORIAL: People's Law School is fun, educational way to get our legal bearings
EDITORIAL: Tempest over taxis
EDITORIAL: Public verdict is in for redevelopment Parkside Village site
EDITORIAL: Budget blues in Washington
EDITORIAL: Sweet gestures noted
EDITORIAL: Bellmead mayor is right to push for greater transparency
EDITORIAL: Federal report on Toyota reveals real dangers of rushing to judgment
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Americans' foreign priorities should always champion democracy
EDITORIAL: Before panicking, let's put some faith in the wisdom of our legislative leaders
EDITORIAL: Multitude of local voices are needed for North Waco 'double-header'
EDITORIAL: Don't write off El Siete Mares just yet
EDITORIAL: Keeping it local
EDITORIAL: Family Health Center expansions criticial to our city
EDITORIAL: White House, congressional leaders should sit down, redraw health care law
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Rolling blackouts remind us of growing demands we put on state's power plants
EDITORIAL: Everyone stay cool!
EDITORIAL: We've seldom seen the WISD board so united about anything or anyone as their superintendent finalist
EDITORIAL: Brace yourself for a new reality in Texas
EDITORIAL: The marathon miracle
EDITORIAL: Too late for us
EDITORIAL: Looking for silver lining in local economic figures
EDITORIAL: Impounding cars might show we're really serious about liability insurance
EDITORIAL: Here's to Torro and those among us who rendered aid
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Alarming news about the county courthouse
EDITORIAL: Time for courage, Mr. President
EDITORIAL: Leasing state websites to businesses could raise public integrity concerns
EDITORIAL: Flu is in full swing so take precautions
EDITORIAL: Voters want this ballot-box safeguard, so let's make it law and move on
EDITORIAL: Smart meters trying to live up to their billing
EDITORIAL: Not more of the same
EDITORIAL: Ending straight-ticket voting could yield more responsible citizens of us
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Republicans need to stem medical costs now in recrafting our nation's health care law
EDITORIAL: Baylor smart to acknowledge failings, resolve to do right next time
EDITORIAL: Join a long overdue campaign to honor WWII hero Doris Miller
EDITORIAL: Sanctuary cities or bust
EDITORIAL: Political times have changed, but Kay Bailey Hutchison stood with us when it mattered
EDITORIAL: Put down the sticks!
EDITORIAL: State cuts in treating the mentally ill? Dare we ignore the lessons of Tucson?
EDITORIAL RECAP: Tucson tragedy overshadows other events
EDITORIAL: Programming snafu
EDITORIAL: Quite a Hall
EDITORIAL: New pet laws in effect
EDITORIAL: New DA aims to change perceptions about prosecution of cases in our county
EDTIORIAL: Work to be done on Texas budget
EDITORIAL: Tucson shooting spree is flat-out crazy, so let's not use it to score political points
EDITORIAL: Dancing is just half of it
EDITORIAL: New committees on poverty, downtown growth have major work cut out for them
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Constituent needs, not party politics, is great strength in our local governments
EDITORIAL: L-3 layoffs shouldn't deter anyone from believing in company's future
EDITORIAL: Voters want action, not gridlock, as the 112th Congress convenes today
EDITORIAL: Let's hope declining medical costs are start of a healthy trend for county jail
EDITORIAL: Saluting No. 1
EDITORIAL: A transparent government
A look back, a look ahead: U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards sizes up 20 years in Congress and the problems that remain
EDITORIAL: A republic isn't a success unless we all offer up our thoughts
EDITORIAL: Our choice for top story of 2010
EDITORIAL: Your top story for 2010
EDITORIAL: Deferred adjudication in 1st-time DWI a smart move
EDITORIAL: Freeman Center mission well worth your attention as it seeks a bold, new course in 2011
EDITORIAL: Adios, Commissioner Meadows
EDITORIAL: Texas Bowl is exclamation point summing up remarkable year in Baylor athletics
EDITORIAL: Move to unseat Texas House Speaker Joe Straus reeks of smoke-filled rooms
EDITORIAL: Ian McCaw helped Baylor sports charge into new era of success
EDITORIAL: House Republican leadership offers our new congressman a great chance to make good
EDITORIAL: Angels among us: A special Tribune-Herald tribute to unsung heroes from this year who often went unrecognized
EDITORIAL: Let's hope Republican elephants can push Waco mammoth bill to completion
EDITORIAL: Redistrict by the numbers
EDITORIAL: Partisan politics has no place when it comes to our national security
EDITORIAL: Buckling up our kids on the way to and from school
EDITORIAL: Count us as impressed and a little amazed at funds for new hike-and-bike path
EDITORIAL: Buckling up our kids on the way to and from school
EDITORIAL: Let's get Enduring Freedom memorial finished by Sept., 11, 2001
EDITORIAL: Proposal to allow more students per teacher could be disastrous without good oversight
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Let's hope Waco Mammoth Site bill isn't lost in titanic struggles in U.S. Senate
EDITORIAL: Consider a pet adoption this holiday season
EDITORIAL: Checks and balances smart policy no matter who holds elected county office
EDITORIAL: Baylor School of Social Work joins bustling scene in downtown Waco
EDITORIAL: Making for a smooth ride for our seniors
EDITORIAL: Federal judge is right: Congress has no business telling Americans to buy health insurance
EDITORIAL: A black mark on truth
EDITORIAL: May the best developer win in Heritage Square area
EDITORIAL: Realignments are figuring in the heavens, and we're part of the stellar mix
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Are Democrats 'obstructionists'?
EDITORIAL: Proposed DREAM Act would apply to the most blameless of immigrants
EDITORIAL: American Eagle schedule change puzzles loyal passengers, including us
EDITORIAL: Sadie Jo Black's most beautiful world
EDITORIAL: President, Republicans right to extend Bush tax cuts, but only temporarily
EDITORIAL: Pearl Harbor anniversary reminds us of our need to keep our powder dry
EDITORIAL: Bowl dreams realized
EDITORIAL: The old well in Bell's Hill
EDITORIAL: Perennial scofflaw problem good excuse for bringing back stocks
EDITORIAL: Lighting up the season
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Trib's Storybook Christmas program has given more than 300,000 books to area kids
EDITORIAL: ON THE BALL
EDITORIAL: Forthright approach is always best regarding police matters
EDITORIAL: Federal pay freeze recognizes sacrifices must come from everyone
EDITORIAL: Tom DeLay clearly skirted law, but former GOP leader is right about criminalization of politics
EDITORIAL: And they re off!
EDITORIAL: GM ready to hit the road
EDITORIAL: Airport screening measures will never satisfy every American who travels
EDITORIAL: Our weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: More time for New START
EDITORIAL: Counting some of our blessings as 2010 nears the finish line
EDITORIAL: Education summit underscores importance that parents play in school success
EDITORIAL: Waco must continue fight to convince Congress local site needs national park status
EDITORIAL: Make energy-saving fixes
EDITORIAL: Who is innocent?
EDITORIAL: Our weekly opinion recap
EDITORIAL: True puppy love
EDITORIAL: Midway schools doing more with less
EDITORIAL: Area groundwater concerns over arsenic highlight need for renewed focus on water
EDITORIAL: This year's summit should prove if it has the right stuff for our youths
EDITORIAL: Passing marks at college
EDITORIAL: First sketches for deficit reductions promise pain, but solutions are overdue
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Law school gains
EDITORIAL: Green and Gold this weekend
EDITORIAL: It's time to acknowledge our real debt to those who fought and sacrificed
EDITORIAL: Record your story, Waco
EDITORIAL: School appeals to TEA show how crucial each of us is in educational process
EDITORIAL: Let's not force our state lawmakers to break their oaths too early
EDITORIAL: Perry should always remember GOP's call for good government
EDITORIAL: County officials better take extra steps to cover for unqualified candidate
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Public too often left behind as parties cater only to far left, right wings
EDITORIAL: Chet Edwards' many accomplishments shouldn't be overlooked in electoral fervor
EDITORIAL: 2010 manifesto for state, federal lawmakers
EDITORIAL: Our thoughts on the candidates, one more time
EDITORIAL: Tommye Lou Davis right choice for long-overdue mission
EDITORIAL: Waco area community owes big thanks for transportation commission's focus
EDITORIAL: See you at 15th and Colcord this weekend
EDITORIAL: The hungry in our community need bellies filled, hope restored
EDITORIAL: Please don't smoke the incense
EDITORIAL: Striking I-35 bridge project on Interstate 35 shows imagination on a variety of levels
EDITORIAL: What a weekend! Hope you didn't miss it all
EDITORIAL: Courthouse repairs are a county option, which means we must assume the burden
EDITORIAL: Campaign dustup proves even judges can horribly misjudge
EDITORIAL: Get on the trail
EDITORIAL: A lot rides on Baylor Bears' matchup against Kansas State on Saturday
EDITORIAL: Examples for all to behold
EDITORIAL: Immigration fears here and beyond stoked when not all of us melt in the pot
EDITORIAL: We offer our recommendations in selected political races
EDITORIAL: Judging two worthy candidates
EDITORIAL: Re-elect Rick Perry, a dynamic force for business, against sprawling state government
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Dog walk in the park
EDITORIAL: We're glad to see moratorium lifted for offshore rigs, but will feds, oil industry get the drift?
EDITORIAL: Your two cents on WISD superintendent
EDITORIAL: Chilean miners' courage, stamina should remind all what's deep in each of us
EDITORIAL: Pickup sticks at Cameron Park
EDITORIAL: Going without Social Security COLAs may test our resolve for future sacrifice
EDITORIAL: Powering change
EDITORIAL: Thinking twice about future
EDITORIAL: Federal overreach could make it harder to deal with complex sex offender problem
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Head to the fair
EDITORIAL: Talk of a new Baylor stadium intrigues, but we're a good ways from making it reality
EDITORIAL: Congratulations (again) to Tom Salome
EDITORIAL: Does the county really want to pursue new parks when tax dollars are so tight?
EDITORIAL: West Waco Library offers roominess, resources during Central's renovation
EDITORIAL: Mudquest adventure
EDITORIAL: Scofflaws better shape up when Hewitt police get serious
EDITORIAL: TSTC should consider one who knows school from ground up
EDITORIAL: Space travel, campus crises and education caught our attention
EDITORIAL: ShareFest Waco yields the harvest of good works
EDITORIAL: It's high time NASA headed for new vistas, having braved the way in near space
EDITORIAL: Stakes are high at Baylor's Big 12 game this weekend
EDITORIAL: UT's success in alerting campus of danger is a model for all others to consider
EDITORIAL: Growing pains, great expectations at the new J.H. Hines Elementary School
EDITORIAL: Religious art displayed
EDITORIAL: Going too far
EDITORIAL: Go for school nutrition
EDITORIAL: Time to get dirty
EDITORIAL: School financing — big challenges ahead
EDITORIAL: A weekly recap: Mindful of inclusiveness
EDITORIAL: Will they debate?
EDITORIAL: One sweet bike ride
EDITORIAL: The new Big 12
EDITORIAL: Tackling Waco poverty
EDITORIAL: Public access TV
EDITORIAL: The clean-up after the spill
EDITORIAL: On both shores
EDITORIAL: La Vega wins blue ribbon
EDITORIAL: Welcome, women's class
EDITORIAL: Baylor president's scholarship initiative counts on alumni to help generations yet to come
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of our opinions
EDITORIAL: Ken Starr's inauguration as Baylor's president today should mark times of high expectations, unity
EDITORIAL: Idea of harnessing the wind fills our sails
EDITORIAL: Tuesday night big for Sarah Palin fans, but even bigger for Care Net
EDITORIAL: L-3 heads further into Waco's future
EDITORIAL: Political gamesmanship sure isn't helping educate our students, protect our teachers
EDITORIAL: We share a moment of unity and resolve in awaiting a regiment's return home
EDITORIAL: State needs to buckle up
EDITORIAL: President's economic proposals suggest politics more than real policy
EDITORIAL: Burning Qurans on 9/11
EDITORIAL: Baylor prayer vigil extends understanding
EDITORIAL: Heroes rush in, despite high water
EDITORIAL: Last week's offshore platform fire doesn't begin to compare with BP disaster
EDITORIAL: Baylor season-opener showed our eagerness to join in joyous fall rituals of football
EDITORIAL: Taking the field
EDITORIAL: Our hats are off to local budget efforts, but are we all really sacrificing equally?
EDITORIAL: Promising times for Lorena students, thanks to voters
EDITORIAL: Midway parents' play day
EDITORIAL: As hurricane season brews, we pause to appreciate hard lessons from Katrina 5 years ago
EDITORIAL: Weekly Trib recap of opinions, thoughts and insights
EDITORIAL: Count us as impressed and a little amazed at funds for new hike-and-bike path
EDITORIAL: In swing with George W. Bush
EDITORIAL: Interfaith vigil on Sept. 11 designed to get different religions interacting, sharing
EDITORIAL: Buckling up our kids on the way to and from school
EDITORIAL: New stricter dress codes at area campuses have students focused, staff professional
EDITORIAL: There's reason for great relief as failed low-income housing site closes down
EDITORIAL: Fine-tuning the spay-and-neuter ordinance
EDITORIAL: Cooler heads prevailed
EDITORIAL: Let's fill up Floyd Casey Stadium and revel in Baylor's enormous Big 12 potential
EDITORIAL: Yet more residency problems for lawmakers in Central Texas
EDITORIAL: Defense Secretary Robert Gates' push for budget cuts should remind us what U.S. military is for
EDITORIAL: Economic data may seem gray, but local scene still inspires optimism
EDITORIAL: Lorena schools in tight situation and rate your attention at the polls
EDITORIAL: Heroic designs for a heroic figure
EDITORIAL: Senate candidate's decision leaves area voters without a choice come fall
EDITORIAL: Mexia ISD talks frankly
EDITORIAL: Our combat role in Iraq is done; dare we hope for greatness from Iraqis?
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: School districts should proceed cautiously in budgeting federal education funds
EDITORIAL: Clearing of Woodway city official highlights ugliness of today's politics
EDITORIAL: Forget bottled water; fill your canteen or cup with good-tasting Lake Waco water
EDITORIAL: Local 'Y' branches rebrand, refocus on healthy living, youth and social programs
EDITORIAL: Rand Paul's alleged misadventures at Baylor leave room for doubt
How we in Waco marked V-J Day 65 years ago
EDITORIAL: End of World War II 65 years ago rates acknowledgement, thanks
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: Top of the world
EDITORIAL: Hard times, lean budget truly can bring out ingenuity in our leaders
EDITORIAL: Very Special Olympics
EDITORIAL: Feuding over education funds reaches new lows in political hijinks
EDITORIAL: Brian Pardo's gift isn't the only way he shows his heart is in the right place
EDITORIAL: Competition continues
EDITORIAL: National recognition of local chamber sounds another hopeful note for East Waco
EDITORIAL: Business helping business is a good thing
EDITORIAL: Inner-city experience, accessibility among attributes for next Waco ISD leader
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions
EDITORIAL: For economy's sake, we need to temporarily extend Bush tax cuts
EDITORIAL: Welcome, athletes!
EDITORIAL: Texas mental health needs demand an intelligent approach to our state budget
EDITORIAL: Teacher who eased our taxing burdens will be missed
EDITORIAL: State GOP chairman confirmed importance of transparency in party politics
EDITORIAL: Waco needs rapt attention of Sens. Cornyn, Hutchison in mammoth site legislation
EDITORIAL: Is Waco ISD going ahead with IB the best choice?
EDITORIAL: Wise Baylor appointments prove our new president aims high
EDITORIAL: A weekly recap of our opinions
EDITORIAL: A victory for the people
EDITORIAL: Where Capitol Hill has failed us, perhaps the high court can succeed
EDITORIAL: It's time to clear the air on concerns dogging Sen. Birdwell's legitimacy
EDITORIAL: State Board of Education oversteps its authority, ignores Texas Constitution in vote
EDITORIAL: With legal gyrations at last done, let us hope old Sanger Avenue campus site has a bright future
EDITORIAL: Waco ISD board shouldn't start International Baccalaureate program this year
EDITORIAL: Growing federal security behemoth is a disturbing threat
EDITORIAL: Weekly recap of opinions, views and thoughts
EDITORIAL: Waco's parks, river and trails to be showcased in TriWaco this weekend
EDITORIAL: Bridge to Somewhere
EDITORIAL: City leaders' land purchase may be wise, but they should proceed with caution
EDITORIAL: Superintendent Hernandez's departure mishandled, but we wish him well
EDITORIAL: Let's make the Games of Texas a success
EDITORIAL: New signals might confuse, but aim is to keep us from idling at traffic stops
EDITORIAL: Waco full of super heroes
EDITORIAL: Let's hope state leaders have the guts to demand real integrity in redistricting
EDITORIAL RECAP: Debates, affordable housing and hungry kids got our attention
EDITORIAL: World Changers setting pace for the rest of us in Waco
EDITORIAL: Another promising place for low-income folks to hang their hats at day's end
EDITORIAL: Since when is shooting photos from a public roadway our government's business?
EDITORIAL: Streamlining of PTSD guidelines is overdue, recognizes changes in warfare
EDITORIAL: Innovative program designed to entice parents, children to curb hunger
EDITORIAL: That's entertainment?
EDITORIAL: Quibbling over a debate
EDITORIAL: Lawsuit against Arizona may finally bring some resolution on border issue
EDITORIAL: A weekly recap of opinion
EDITORIAL: Public and fine-feathered pals should take a gander at park improvements
EDITORIAL: Breeders, Humane Society members must work together to fine-tune pet ordinance
EDITORIAL: Let's all help make Baylor's bid to pack football stands a success this year
EDITORIAL: Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan, we hardly know you
EDITORIAL: We care about expanding our beloved Cameron Park Zoo
EDITORIAL: Do we in Central Texas mirror the ideas of the Founders? Definitely, yes!
WEEKLY RECAP: Crimefighting, KWBU and school intrigue caught our attention
EDITORIAL: See you on the Washington Avenue Bridge
EDITORIAL: Tempest over WISD superintendent's future was avoidable distraction
EDITORIAL: Lorena teen just fiddlin' around
EDITORIAL: Closing down of KWBU doesn't necessarily mean loss of coverage for Waco market
EDITORIAL: Let us finally pray
EDITORIAL: Republicans, Democrats in Washington need to jump on immigration reform now
EDITORIAL: Out of order on spending
EDITORIAL: Dolph Briscoe followed basic beliefs in limited, ethical, transparent government
EDITORIAL: More eyes on the road to aid our law enforcement
EDITORIAL: Pennies from heaven
EDITORIAL: HOT Fair Complex expansion plan will give Waco economy a kick
EDITORIAL RECAP: Neighborhoods, a drug court, the Texas Senate got our attention
EDITORIAL: Hear SpaceX engines roar
EDITORIAL: We value our fighting brethren, but the Founders outlined who's running things
EDITORIAL: McLennan County residents should get acquainted with Brian Birdwell
EDITORIAL: Whatever else, BP showed good faith with its $20 billion compensation fund
EDITORIAL: Kudos to our kids making history
EDITORIAL: Don't forget to vote
EDITORIAL: Movement to revitalize East Waco may yield lessons for us all
EDITORIAL: Baylor University gives resources to county's drug treatment court
EDITORIAL: Let's take the pledge
EDITORIAL: David Sibley's experience, sensible conservatism rate your support
EDITORIAL: The weekly recap, including lessons learned from the Big 12 saga
EDITORIAL: Smart move by Judge Strother
EDITORIAL: We don't like regulations, but ordinance could put dent in uncontrolled pet breeding
EDITORIAL: Despite his tepid response to oil slick, Obama right to call for new vision
EDITORIAL: Lessons for Big 12, Act II
EDITORIAL: State GOP platform leaves little room for negotiation, compromise
EDITORIAL: Simple changes to our lifestyles can improve Waco's air quality
EDITORIAL: City of Waco deserves credit for making do with less in uncertain times
EDITORIAL RECAP: Big 12 intrigue, small-town scraps dominated our attention this week
EDITORIAL: As the Big 12 crumbles, the silence from Austin is deafening
EDITORIAL: Funny justice
EDITORIAL: Waco ISD long-term plan should be task-specific and circulated for all to read
EDITORIAL: Open primary sure worth a try
EDITORIAL: Bellmead needs to appoint a new mayor — and then elect its mayors in the future
EDITORIAL: A long, hot and constructive summer for local youth
EDITORIAL: Woodway council members should be careful in questioning the integrity of others
EDITORIAL: Political muscle could aid in fight to protect Big 12 rivalries, our economic prosperity
EDITORIAL: Waco projects take flight, inspiring us all to look up
EDITORIAL: Big 12 intrigue shouldn't make Baylor forget its potential in so many areas
EDITORIAL: A concise recap of our opinions and viewpoints from the past week
EDITORIAL: Decision by Waco ISD board to review trips and financial contracts of $25,000 or more is welcome
EDITORIAL: Thanks, citizens, for taking the time to consider furthering your public service
EDITORIAL: If presidential action is crucial in a crisis, the growing oil spill certainly qualifies
EDITORIAL: Memo to Ken Starr: Welcome. Find the coffee, then get down to hard work for Baylor and for Waco
EDITORIAL: As we pay tribute this Memorial Day, we must ask if we've done right by the fallen
EDITORIAL: Saddle up, Waco -- It's time for the Cattle Baron's Ball
WEEKLY RECAP: We're hopeful for Gulf of Mexico cleanup efforts and thankful for our own 100-year-old Cameron Park
EDITORIAL: The Cameron legacy
EDITORIAL: A pup named T-Bone
EDITORIAL: If you're thinking about going green, now's the time to save on some
EDITORIAL: Federal government doesn't seem to realize oil spill is unparalleled catastrophic disaster
EDITORIAL: XTERRA race highlights majesty of Waco's Cameron Park during 100th anniversary year
EDITORIAL: Advanced nursing classes through MCC a plus for our community
EDITORIAL: Baylor University owes debt of gratitude to outgoing interm president David Garland
EDITORIAL: A weekly recap of our thoughts, insights, opinions
EDITORIAL: Waco Animal Birth Control clinic move will help it better address noble mission
EDITORIAL: Baylor takes other law schools to court -- and look who's presiding
EDITORIAL: Mental health crisis putting wear, tear on our law enforcement officers
EDITORIAL: Defense secretary Robert Gates knows military might depends on smart priorities
EDITORIAL: Waco Mayor Virginia DuPuy set high bar in terms of energy, grace and inclusiveness
EDITORIAL: Baylor jumps across busy I-35 and we're all that much more whole
EDITORIAL: Young minds are ripe for honest discourse on just who we are as a nation
EDITORIAL: A concise weekend recap of the past week's views, thoughts
EDITORIAL: Planning for the unimaginable
EDITORIAL: Let's join Vietnam Veterans group in honoring three more who gave their lives
EDITORIAL: Reasonable flexibility on class size could forestall more serious cuts
EDITORIAL: Filling Waco ISD budget holes
EDITORIAL: Obama administration finally gets it: Terrorists don't rate certain U.S. privileges
EDITORIAL: Election Day results hold lessons for Wacoans, Central Texans
EDITORIAL: Pastor Raymond Bailey led more than flock
EDITORIAL: Let's pursue red-light cameras, but be prepared for flaws
EDITORIAL: Our Election Day recommendations
EDITORIAL: It's time to scrutinize county contracts to see who's on the hook for our new jail
EDITORIAL: A wartime success right here at home
EDITORIAL; These incredible local kids truly give us hope for the future
EDITORIAL: Texas Gov. Perry strikes right balance on immigration reform, border security and local police
EDITORIAL: Celebrating Cameron Park
EDITORIAL: Does Sanger School Foundation even exist? Did it ever?
EDITORIAL: Safeguard our waters, coasts amid expanded offshore drilling
EDITORIAL: David Sibley promises mature, conservative approach to state crises
EDITORIAL: Appreciating other faiths as we celebrate our own
EDITORIAL: What else this weekend can top fireworks and music at Cameron Park?
EDITORIAL: Post meetings online, county commissioners
EDITORIAL: We join local civic group in celebrating another resourceful business over steaks and good tidings
EDITORIAL: Pledge to KWBU
EDITORIAL: Thanks, Arizona, for rekindling immigration debate
EDITORIAL: Carol Dugat for City Council -- and a tip of the hat to Rev. Wilbert Austin
EDITORIAL: Jim Bush for mayor of Waco
EDITORIAL: Time for a fresh view — Angela Tekell's strong background shows real commitment to education
EDITORIAL: State grants provide great opportunity for 2 schools to improve disciplinary issues
EDITORIAL: Fashion with a Passion
EDITORIAL: President's space travel plans single out exciting role for private enterprise in new frontier
EDITORIAL: Summer will soon be here -- and so will the mighty sounds of Waco progress
EDITORIAL: Goldman Sachs accusations strike us as timely political theater from Democrats
EDITORIAL: Get out and race, Waco!
EDITORIAL: Waco ISD protocol for sexual allegations shouldn't leave those at top out of loop
EDITORIAL: Remembering Waco High Coach Azure Love-Davis
EDITORIAL: Did you claim a refund?
EDITORIAL: Congrats, victors — and our best to anyone who bothered to vote in the runoff elections
EDITORIAL: Tax day requiem
EDITORIAL: Communication worked
EDITORIAL: Keeping HOT Fair Complex competitive means maintaining our foresight
EDITORIAL: If you care about your party's future, you have unfinished business today
EDITORIAL: Divine goal
EDITORIAL: Parking it behind a book
EDITORIAL: Waco leaders must invest in battling decades-old problem of poverty
EDITORIAL: Environmental awards x 2
EDITORIAL: Serving our seniors
EDITORIAL: Police chief's say on whether officers return to work is paramount
EDITORIAL: Gramm still displays chicken-fried charm
EDITORIAL: Dust-up over Medicare doc fix proof of health care reform's failings
EDITORIAL: A Cinderella story in Butler
EDITORIAL: President's offshore drilling offer is one that Republicans should support
EDITORIAL: Final Four defeat strikes us as terrific warm-up for the Lady Bears
EDITORIAL: Combining mind forces for Toyota
EDITORIAL: Bill Flores offers nuanced, thoughtful views in GOP primary runoff election
EDITORIAL: Until drone aircraft ready for duty, we're glad L-3's spy plane program can be of continued service
EDITORIAL: McLennan Community College's tuition hike necessary to meet community demand
EDITORIAL: Hutchison staying
EDITORIAL: Let's hope Margaret Mills, out of prison, can find a way to contribute to our community
EDITORIAL: In final analysis, Baylor Bears proved not all victories are on the basketball court
EDITORIAL: Assault case raises troubling questions about Waco ISD leadership
EDITORIAL: Even health care reform critics will like restaurant requirements
EDITORIAL: Waco Mammoth Site's popularity reaffirms Youngs' deep faith in its future
EDITORIAL: Greater Tuna settlement shouldnt obscure Waco Hippodrome's challenges
EDITORIAL: Wear your green and gold this weekend
EDITORIAL: City leaders should embrace proposal to discourage unwanted dogs, cats
EDITORIAL: Calling Washington — we have a war going on along our border
EDITORIAL: Waco Independent School District has much to answer for in sexual assault case
EDITORIAL: Beloved baliff had a song in his heart, beans on his mind
EDITORIAL: Exciting Hillcrest, Scott & White project has something for everyone
EDITORIAL: Sweet victories for Baylor Bears
EDITORIAL: Consider the health care battle as Democracy 101 and you'll feel better
EDITORIAL: Let the sunshine on TSTC
EDITORIAL: One more time: Interim publisher Dan Savage gave his all for this newspaper and this community
EDITORIAL: Jumping to conclusions
EDITORIAL: Luck of the Irish
EDITORIAL: Local commitment to Lions Park strengthens both our legacy and our future
EDITORIAL: Caretaking campers are most welcome in Waco
EDITORIAL: U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards wins our praise for standing with his constituents
EDITORIAL: Yes, demolition for Sanger Avenue school
EDITORIAL: No demolition for McGregor house, but standoff could have been avoided
EDITORIAL: And you thought budget reconciliation was the height of legislative fraud
EDITORIAL: We're glad for tree compromise, but why did Oncor wait so long?
EDITORIAL: Clawing through the Big 12
EDITORIAL: WISD needs to be upfront with public when forming its 5-year plan
EDITORIAL: Mixing paint, animals and noble missions
EDITORIAL: Ken Starr's stand for American justice should shame right-wing group's smear campaign
EDITORIAL: Tip of the wings
EDITORIAL: We welcome David Sibley's interest in our region's Senate District 22 seat
EDITORIAL: Methodist Children's Home leader Bobby Gilliam credited with tapping youths' potential
EDITORIAL: Sleight of hand
EDITORIAL: Remembering Farrah
EDITORIAL: Another tragic example of why PTSD research must be a priority
EDITORIAL: Whatever the abuses of the past, 'reconciliation' is wrong for health insurance reform legislation
EDITORIAL: Rethinking Baylor's historic village
EDITORIAL: Everlasting gift
EDITORIAL: Deficit-ridden U.S. Postal Service may demand Americans make sacrifices -- beginning on Saturdays
EDITORIAL: W.'s humor intact
EDITORIAL: Keeping Kay in the U.S. Senate
EDITORIAL: Ethics nightmare on Capitol Hill
EDITORIAL: Democracy counts on our votes -- but it survives only if that voting is informed
EDITORIAL: Childhood obesity battle
EDITORIAL: Vote for Kip and ensure effective representation for all Central Texas
EDITORIAL: Time to tune in and hear our ideas for downtown
EDITORIAL: Promise of performing arts means it's time to seek another venue
EDITORIAL: Jim Sirbasku taught us balance in all things — and on horseback, to boot
EDITORIAL: Yes, Toyota fumbled crisis management, but we have great hopes for its success
EDITORIAL: Hutchison in campaign mode
EDITORIAL: Let's hope today's health summit talk gets past squabbles over the shape of the table
EDITORIAL: Former Waco police chief needs to stop the insanity
EDITORIAL: A little compassion for McGregor's 'cat lady'
EDITORIAL: We love the Olympics, but all that sports-speak sure is confusing
EDITORIAL: Obama's vilifying insurance industry isn't getting at real problems behind health care
EDITORIAL: Town of Grandview proves its conservative credentials
EDITORIAL: Federal help at last arrives to expedite backlogged veterans benefits claims
EDITORIAL: Don't foolishly risk your neck or jeopardize Cameron Park access for everybody else
EDITORIAL: Rapoport renovation rally celebrates academic excellence, East Waco's potential
EDITORIAL: Sen. Evan Bayh's biggest problem was his own party, not Republicans
EDITORIAL: Baylor's interim president showed strong leadership during great transition
EDITORIAL: Surprising choice of Ken Starr for top Baylor spot offers promise of collaboration, unison of voices
EDITORIAL: Free energy from above
EDITORIAL: After Matt Baker case, law should require deaths undergo autopsy before ruled suicide
EDITORIAL: UTA departure from McLennan Community College is bittersweet
EDITORIAL: Get connected to underused emergency notification service
EDITORIAL: City, school elections offer us vivid chance to influence key decisions right here at home
EDITORIAL: Heart and soul
EDITORIAL: It'll take more than hope to get our nation's leaders to work together in earnest
EDITORIAL: Mid-Texas Farm & Ranch Show can be fun, even if you're a city sort
EDITORIAL: Historic Lofts at Waco High has us excited about some new friends downtown
EDITORIAL: UIL should think of the students first
EDITORIAL: We like the idea of a streetcar system, but are we willing to shoulder the risks?
EDITORIAL: Texas Sports Hall of Fame unveils new wing on Southwest Conference
EDITORIAL: Local transportation officials took correct course on Valley Mills Drive
EDITORIAL: Bucking the trend in college donations
EDITORIAL: On an island of chaos, Haitian officials owe Americans better treatment
EDITORIAL: Valley Mills Drive would benefit from a rich variety of solutions
EDITORIAL: Looking for spring
EDITORIAL: Partnership talks at least highlight the potential Baylor University offers
EDITORIAL: Fostering youth leadership
EDITORIAL: We're learning some lawmakers preach fiscal sanity but don't walk the talk
EDITORIAL: Haitian donations epic
EDITORIAL: Area author's book forces us all to face local poverty problem
EDITORIAL: President's speech leaves us hopeful, but did Republicans and Democrats get the message?
EDITORIAL: Utility company short-circuits goodwill in attitude toward customers and their trees
EDITORIAL: Help for the homeless, including Fido
EDITORIAL: Sweetening the deal
EDITORIAL: Fundamentalism is an easy charge, but Baylor's history, record of progress tell another story
EDITORIAL: This might hurt -- and maybe it should
EDITORIAL: Does Obama directive on taxes and government contractors mark policy shift? Let's hope so
EDITORIAL: Matt Baker trial yielded many lessons, including the power of tenacity
EDITORIAL: Hats off to local businesses for sponsoring youth at livestock fair
Gary Johnson, guest column: Oceans rise and we still dither
Margie Kinney, guest column: Entering the 'ridiculosity zone'
EDITORIAL: Averitt should stick out the Senate race, giving voters a real choice in their future
EDITORIAL: Fine-tuning economic incentives worthy of our consideration
EDITORIAL: Baylor College of Medicine, BU partnership could be ripe with possibilities
EDITORIAL: Massachusetts election should be wake-up call for Obama and company
EDITORIAL: Brushing up in Cameron Park
EDITORIAL: Let's hope the Texas Board of Education puts our kids first when they regroup
EDITORIAL: Your two cents on transportation plans
EDITORIAL: Courting the viewers
EDITORIAL: Why a great democracy of good fortune should smile upon neighbors like Haiti humbled and in need
EDITORIAL: Castle Heights homes honored on historic National Registry
EDITORIAL: Deals with the devil?
EDITORIAL: Kip Averitt's decision to leave the Senate will be felt in Central Texas, beyond
EDITORIAL: Political season
EDITORIAL: New laws
Caritas corrects problem which led to disposal of donated goods
EDITORIAL: We like much about Hutchison's candidacy, but this is no time for a parttime senator
EDITORIAL: Waco Business League honoree Tommy Salome epitomizes the best in business leaders
EDITORIAL: Waco Performing Arts Company needs dedication, focus, drive in next director
EDITORIAL: Hey Waco: Let's freecycle
EDITORIAL: More than words
EDITORIAL: Farewell to Judge Roberts
EDITORIAL: Traveler's year
EDITORIAL: Trying to keep it local
EDITORIAL: Doc and the IRS
EDITORIAL: How to improve I-35
EDITORIAL: Common sense at school
EDITORIAL: Models to follow
EDITORIAL: Dustup over Texas Tech coach suggests our priorities are awry
EDITORIAL: Opinions 2010 -- with elections, multitude of issues, here's to your thoughts and ours this new year
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