OPINION: Columnist @KincaidCom says our lives are shaped by the decisions we make and, perhaps more importantly, by the process we use to make them. Every meaningful decision involves these three essential components.
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ALT For 30 years, from 1992 to his retirement in 2022, Dr. Frank Einhellig served in administrative positions at Missouri State University under four presidents and one acting president. He began as associate vice president for graduate studies and research, then associate vice president for academic affairs, dean of the Graduate College, and professor of biology. In 2005-06, he was acting provost and dean of the Graduate College, then associate provost and dean of the Graduate College. For his final 11 years, from 2011-22, he was provost. (Photo by Jesse Scheve/Missouri State University)
Whether it's my high school talent show or the first date with my wife Janet, music triggers memories. Each of us has a soundtrack to our lives.
What's yours?
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OPINION: American novelist Jodi Picoult said, “Every life has a soundtrack.” Columnist @KincaidCom agrees. He shares about his favorite songs and albums, and what they have meant to him throughout his life/
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ALT Folk rock band Brewer and Shipley in concert in 1971 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Photo from Wikimedia Commons)
Republican New Hampshire Senate candidate John Sununu says he supports a work requirement for seniors on Medicare:
"I certainly support a work requirement for able-bodied Medicare recipients."
Former SMSU President Dr. John H. Keiser was a man of substance who inspired his staff and left a mark on the community.
He was the kind of leader we all aspired to be.
Here's part 2 of my look at Dr. Keiser's leadership: kincaidcommunications.com/bl…
OPINION: In the second of a two-part series on former Southwest Missouri State University President John H. Keiser, columnist @KincaidCom says Keiser was a man of substance who inspired his staff and left a mark on the community.
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ALT Dr. John H. Keiser was president of Boise State University for 13 years, from 1978-91, before being named president of then Southwest Missouri State University in 1993. (Photo courtesy of Boise State University)
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"It's a privilege to be a Bear."
These words ended every speech given by Dr. John H. Keiser during his years as President of @missouristate.
Years after his retirement, many initiatives from his presidency still exist. Look back at his legacy with me: bit.ly/40VqGqr
OPINION: @KincaidCom says President John Keiser’s impact is still felt on the Missouri State University campus almost 21 years after he retired.
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ALT The eighth president of the institution, Dr. John H. Keiser served 12 years from 1993-2005. Keiser, the first president who had presidential experience, is shown here in front of Carrington Hall, the administration building. (Photo courtesy of Missouri State University)
🏆 Congratulations to @LyndalScranton on his induction into the Missouri State Athletics Hall of Fame and receipt of the Don Payton Award today! @sgfdailycitizen
“Gallup to stop tracking presidential approval ratings after 8 decades.”
I learn from their website that Gallup is proud of all the contracts they have with many federal agencies.
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Inspired by Gibbs of @ncisverse and his list of 38 rules, I compiled my own list of rules to live by.
All of us need guidelines to help navigate life and careers. Having them seems especially important in 2026.
What makes your list?
Here's mine: kincaidcommunications.com/bl…
OPINION: Inspired by “Gibbs’ Rules” on the TV series "NCIS," columnist @KincaidCom spent time thinking about rules he has developed over the years. They include, "Don’t tell a lie or repeat a lie — it ruins your credibility."
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ALT Chris O’Donnell and Mark Harmon on the set of “NCIS.” (Photo from Wikimedia Commons)
OPINION: After 232 years of service, the final penny was produced Nov. 12, 2025, in the US Mint in Philadelphia. Columnist Paul Kincaid gives his two cents on the penny and its place in American culture.
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ALT A penny left on a headstone at the the Springfield National Cemetery serves as a message to the deceased’s family that he or she had a visitor. (Photo by Jym Wilson)
The last penny minted for circulation was produced Nov. 12, 2025. After 232 years of service, I didn’t think the penny got a proper sendoff.
Here's my two cents on the penny: kincaidcommunications.com/bl…