From the Roundtable: Broadening Broadway is in the best interest of ALL Columbians

The Broadway narrative is well known. The street that runs through the center of Columbia…

Guest Column: Columbia College weathering economic storm, no drastic changes

As the drumbeat of the economic downturn continues to sound, many organizations are taking measures…

Guest Column: Missouri perilously close to losing model system

Most folks rarely see the inside of the courthouse, but when that unpleasantness happens, the…

From the Roundtable: Columbia Photo move rekindles memories of homegrown business

On June 28, 1967, I walked into Capen’s, a relatively small photography store at 1009…

From the Roundtable: Return The Tiger to its glory by approving tax increment financing

The Tiger Hotel has been a downtown landmark since it opened in November 1928. Six…

Guest Column: At session’s midpoint, economic development legislation stuck in limbo

When the legislature convened in January, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry asked the…

Guest Column: Robison good for business

As a Columbia small business owner for 30 years, I’ve seen the local economy rise…

From the Roundtable: New police chief a good choice as crime debate divides city

One of the things Denver-area native Ken Burton says he’s looking forward to is returning…

From the Roundtable: Power Brokers should engage in constructive, not destructive, activity

One of the most intriguing mysteries within any community is figuring out who has the…

Guest Column: Simplicity key for successful online marketing strategy

For most small-business owners and marketing professionals, the phrase “online marketing strategy” prompts a cringe.…

Guest Column: City parking garage with retail space gives city unfair advantage

Recently, I have given a lot of thought to the plans for the city’s mixed-use…

From the Roundtable: Economic recovery will require realistic cooperation from all sides

Peering into 2009 leaves me uncertain about local economic conditions given the huge financial upheaval…