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Here’s the real question Iowans need to ask — do we want a government-driven economy that takes more of our …
Gazette columnist Althea Cole recently discussed the proposed “Right of First Refusal,” a part of Gov. Kim Reynolds’ energy legislation …
Our country is experiencing a significant resurgence of measles, with over 712 confirmed cases nationwide as of April 10 — …
Taking breakfast in a cozy Italian pensione a decade ago, my wife and I were joined by a Russian couple …
Social Security has struggled with customer service for years. Declining funding and personnel reductions have left Iowans dealing with long …
In southeast Iowa, we watch out for each other. If someone is sick or injured, we hold dinners and take …
My grandpa was a World War II veteran and a proud American. After the war, he returned to his Melcher …
During my 27 years representing teachers, I encountered a variety of teacher assistance plans. The intended purpose was to provide …
April, somewhere distant, spring fading while summer still is just out of reach. Right out of a Paul Simon lyric, …
April 14 marks the 160th anniversary of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Everyone is certainly familiar with the story …
Five days after the end of the Civil War, the joy of peace was shattered when John Wilkes Booth and …
Across Iowa and the nation, patients are struggling to afford medications they need to manage chronic and complex conditions. This …
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