Jefferson City News Tribune

1 day ago | newstribune.com | Kelly Brant

Advertisement Advertisement It's the best time of the year: Arkansas strawberry season. At my house, that means strawberries all day, every day. Plain. Sugared. Creamed. Blended. But my favorite is shortcaked. Advertisement Advertisement Upcoming Events

1 day ago | newstribune.com | Susan Nicholson

SUNDAY (Family) -- Fire up the family grill for your grilled boneless pork chops. Alongside, try parmesan couscous: Prepare 4 servings couscous according to package directions; stir in ¼ cup chopped green onions, ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and ¼ teaspoon dried thyme.

2 days ago | newstribune.com | Jason Hancock

Former Missouri Congressman Billy Long received $137,000 in campaign contributions -- just enough to pay off a personal loan to his campaign -- soon after he was tapped to lead the Internal Revenue Service. Some of the donations are connected to companies that will be policed by the agency Long has been nominated to run.

4 days ago | newstribune.com | Stephi Smith

Advertisement Advertisement Before the current City Council turns the keys to the city over to the new City Council on Monday, its members will reconsider a bill allowing golf carts and utility vehicles on some city streets and a half-million-dollar housing incentive program. Advertisement Advertisement Upcoming Events

4 days ago | newstribune.com | Stephi Smith

Advertisement Advertisement As they look back on their terms on the Jefferson City Council, three outgoing councilmen say their terms were defined by accomplishments, as well as challenges. Advertisement Advertisement Upcoming Events