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Growing up in Iowa, I was proud to tell people that Iowa had one of the best education systems in …
Having lived in the southwest, I often joined snowbirds from the north who routinely crossed the Mexican border to get …
‘The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.” John 1:5 Cathy Jansa Cedar Rapids
If a person at a game is upset by NFL players protesting, can the fan get a refund and leave …
We miss them already! Those friendly helpful folks at Peck’s. Who’s going to tell me how to get rid of …
On Sept. 6, I spent a wonderful time with two longtime friends by having lunch with them at a restaurant …
Another mass shooting? Let’s go down the list. Meaningless tweets of thoughts and prayers from political leaders? Check. Shut down …
Gov. Kim Reynolds cleared her first hurdle as our governor and handled the state’s budget incredibly well. Where Democrats chose …
Citing his indifference to those in need, President Donald Trump’s detractors say he lacks empathy – the ability to understand …
The gridlock in Washington, D.C. seems to be reaching a fever pitch, particularly when it comes to District and Circuit …
Soon, Washington Republicans will announce their tax cut plan, giving Congressman Rod Blum a chance to make up for the …
President Donald Trump did you enjoy your weekend at your golf resort paid for by the citizens of the USA, …
Everyone is for choice. Everyone wants the opportunity to choose food, clothes, housing, religion, spouses, barbers or beauticians. Many choices …
The recent trend for football players to kneel during the national anthem and the militant fan base repudiation is an …
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