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Once, Iowans were proud of “the education state.” Our K-12 schools ranked near the top of the nation. Since early …
I recently became aware that a rodeo event billed as the Battle by the River (Wild Horse Productions, LLC/ Sandburr …
President Abraham Lincoln drafted the Emancipation Proclamation during the autumn of 1862 and it formally took effect 160 years ago …
This morning five Canada geese flew low over the house, forming an uneven “v” formation, all chatting at once, heading …
The upcoming legislative session will start with the strike of the gavel on Jan. 9 and for the first time …
In this age of contentious, partisan positioning, and campaign ads that maligned the opposition more than described positions of candidates, …
There is a form of slavery taking place in Iowa right now. It’s called human trafficking, and it occurs when …
As we consider resolutions in anticipation of the new year, it’s also a time to reflect upon the past year. …
When a second-grade kid kneels during the Pledge of Allegiance, you know you’ve got a problem. The protester could grow …
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As a community, we have all been left feeling the effects of the pandemic and 2020 derecho storm. Whether you …
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