- 2003: Year In Preview
James Baughn, December 31, 2002
Forget about 2002, let's look at what awaits us in 2003.
- Dateline 2006: Republicans Retain Control, World Still Hasn't Ended
Martha Throebeck, November 19, 2002
For many Democrats, the news still hasn't quite sunk in.
- Lewis And Clark Urinated Here State Park
Martha Throebeck, November 15, 2002
Quick, somebody build a bunch of historical markers!
- Third Parties Look Beyond Criminals, Crackpots For Token Candidates
James Baughn, November 11, 2002
Next election, third parties will look for some slightly more respectable candidates.
- "Hi, this is Kit Bond and I'm here to annoy the crap out of you!"
Martha Throebeck, November 2, 2002
I hate it when the phone rings.
- Tobacco Companies Quietly Supporting Prop. A
Martha Throebeck, November 2, 2002
Tax increase == Profit increase.
- Satellite TV Usage Skyrockets In Southeast Missouri
Martha Throebeck, October 25, 2002
People are willing to give up "Weather Where You Live" if it means they won't see any more negative campaign ads.
- MoDOT Places "Tip Jars" Along Highways
Martha Throebeck, October 21, 2002
Don't like the condition of Missouri highways? Then put your loose change where your mouth is!
- East Cape Businesses Provide Free Transportation Over Death Trap... Er, Bridge
Martha Throebeck, October 1, 2002
Finally, a solution for bridgeophobia.
- Dateline 2004: Florida Introduces "Idiot-Proof" Election System
Martha Throebeck, September 17, 2002
But will it also work when fools and morons use it?
- "Weird" Al Is Big At The Home
Jeff South, September 3, 2002
Welcome to the generation gap.
- Welcome To Druryville
Martha Throebeck, August 26, 2002
If you can't beat 'em, found your own city.
- Gore Legal Team Descends On Southeast Missouri, Demands Recounts
Martha Throebeck, August 8, 2002
It's November 2000 all over again.
- Farm Bureau To Launch "Vote None Of The Above" Ad Campaign
James Baughn, July 30, 2002
When it comes to Proposition B, the Farm Bureau has taken a stand that they aren't taking a stand.
- When Did Sen. Carnahan Become A Republican?
James Baughn, July 19, 2002
When it comes to Carnahan vs. Talent, we can be sure of one thing: A conservative will win.
- Proposition B Campaign Supporters Want Money Back
Martha Throebeck, July 19, 2002
The commercials produced by Prop. B supporters are full of potholes.
- New Restaurant Offers Decisions, Decisions
Martha Throebeck, July 7, 2002
Attain a crying-baby-free existence.
- Airport Security Catches 100% Of Nail Clippers
Martha Throebeck, July 2, 2002
But that doesn't mean the war against terrorism is over.
- Payday Loan Businesses Invade Allenville
Martha Throebeck, June 8, 2002
Several business hope to cash in on Allenville's lack of cash.
- George Bush Delivers 152.3 Tons Of Intelligence Documents To Dick Gephardt
Martha Throebeck, May 20, 2002
Be careful what you wish for...
- Redneck Entertainment Idea #519: Watching water trickle over the Lake Wappapello emergency spillway
James Baughn, May 19, 2002
It's a once-in-a-lifetime event... but that's not saying much.
- Local Police Paralyzed By Major Accident On County Line
Martha Throebeck, May 19, 2002
What happens when the front and rear tires are in different counties?
- Dateline 2008: Missouri Big Winner From New Cardinals Stadium In Illinois
Martha Throebeck, May 1, 2002
So what if the Cardinals move to Illinois?
- "I Lost 250 Dollars In Two Weeks!"
Martha Throebeck, April 18, 2002
Call 1-800-FAT-SCAM to find out how.
- SIU To Drop Academics, Other Unprofitable Departments
Martha Throebeck, April 13, 2002
The college hopes to turn itself into a huge fitness gym.
- Thebes, Illinois Changes Name To Thee-bees
Martha Throebeck, April 10, 2002
Don't forget to walk like an I-gyptian and eat your Vye-enna sausages.
- Making Laclede Gas Co. Safe For Capitalism
James Baughn, March 29, 2002
I wish I could demand special favors from the government for my business.
- Kentucky Declares War On Illinois
James Baughn, March 29, 2002
As Dave Barry would say...
- Claw-Mart Accused Of Discriminating Against "Diversity Challenged" Employees
Martha Throebeck, March 21, 2002
The company is stuck between a rock and a larger rock.
- Entrepreneur Opens Grocery Store In His Double-Wide
Larry Cooner, March 11, 2002
Get your groceries straight from Joe's fridge.
- Local Moron Ticketed For Following "Speak Out" Advice
Martha Throebeck, March 1, 2002
You can't believe everything you read on the Opinion page.
- Big Enough To Drive A Truck Through! (Maybe)
James Baughn, February 26, 2002
We turn off the paved road in search of a natural arch with a river view.
- Bob Holden Hopes To Consolidate Missouri's Debt Into One Easy Payment
Martha Throebeck, February 16, 2002
Former State Treasurer Bob Holden decides to take action on the State Treasury.
- A Rose By Any Other Nickname
Norman Lucas, February 13, 2002
Coming soon to an election ballot near you: Bear, Duck, Rabbit, and Toupie.
- Cape Girardeau Resident Still Looking For City Of Roses
Martha Throebeck, January 7, 2002
City resident Bob Schrimscher has never found what he is looking for.
