We’re well into the muck and melt of March, a difficult time of year for those of us who enjoy …
Guest columns are written generally by people in the community, region or state. Most guest columnists have expertise in the subjects and issues they are addressing, and the opinions expressed can be personal or representative of a group. Some columns are requested by Gazette opinion staff, but many are unsolicited. We evaluate the columns based on local relevance, quality and accuracy. Read more about our editorial process here.
Kurt Ullrich, guest columnist Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 6:30 pm2784d ago
We’re well into the muck and melt of March, a difficult time of year for those of us who enjoy …
Karla Twedt-Ball, guest columnist Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 4:15 pm2784d ago
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation wants the children in our community to dream of possibilities for their lives and …
Brian Stutzman, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 4:00 pm2784d ago
At the Young Parents Network, we are committed to parents and have continually challenged them to take a leadership role …
Kay Karsten and Susan Van Woert, guest columnists
Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 3:45 pm2784d ago
Learning to read is rocket science. This is the claim made by Dr. Louisa Moats, a leading expert in the …
Chris Edwards, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 3:30 pm2784d ago
Reading is important. This is not exactly ‘news.” But the impact of NOT reading and the effect it can have …
James Livermore, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 3:00 pm2784d ago
What happens early in the lives of our children is vital to prepare them not just for school, but for …
Dara Schmidt, guest columnist Guest Columnists Mar. 24, 2018 12:49 pm2784d ago
The Cedar Rapids Public Library is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning. We know pre-literacy skills are vital …
Rita Bettis, guest columnist Guest Columnists Mar. 20, 2018 7:15 am2788d ago
As record numbers of students around the state participate in walkouts and other demonstrations against gun violence, we are urging …
Linda Gorkow, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 19, 2018 7:30 am2789d ago
For most children, childhood is filled with playing, learning and growing. But for the large number of children who face …
Amy Worden, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 19, 2018 7:00 am2789d ago
As a community volunteer, I have been involved with Tanager Place, an organization that promotes services for children and families. …
Tom Snyder, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 20, 2018 9:21 am2788d ago
In reference to The Gazette’s March 10 editorial on energy-related conflicts, I offer my educated opinion and thoughts on this …
Debi Durham, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Mar. 20, 2018 9:23 am2788d ago
I was disappointed to see the Gazette reach premature and inaccurate conclusions about the Iowa Energy Center in its March …
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