There is much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. But while we count our blessings we also should take a …
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Staff Editorial Staff Editorials Nov. 24, 2022 6:00 am1069d ago
There is much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. But while we count our blessings we also should take a …
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Any list of top state priorities would certainly include expanding access to both affordable child care and housing. Both issues …
Staff Editorials Nov. 18, 2022 10:32 am1075d ago
In 2008, Iowa lawmakers passed the Smokefree Air Act banning smoking in most public places and workplaces. But the act …
Staff Editorials Nov. 12, 2022 7:00 am1081d ago
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is preparing to rescind a water quality improvement plan on a stretch of the …
Staff Editorials Nov. 11, 2022 12:07 pm1082d ago
Iowa voters have spoken, and the message was loud and clear that they want Republican governance. Unlike most of the …
Staff Editorials Nov. 5, 2022 6:00 am1088d ago
It’s been more than seven years since Marion began discussing the need to replace its public library, built in 1996. …
Staff Editorials Nov. 4, 2022 7:00 am1089d ago
Now is the time for residents in the Cedar Rapids Community School District to begin weighing in on the district’s …
Staff Editorials Oct. 29, 2022 6:00 am1095d ago
If the state has no role in discouraging irresponsible farming practices, who does?
Staff Editorials Oct. 23, 2022 7:00 am1101d ago
We need a governor who is aspirational rather than confrontational. DeJear can be that governor.
Staff Editorials Oct. 23, 2022 7:00 am1101d ago
We believe Franken is the best choice to lead us into the future.
Staff Editorials Oct. 22, 2022 7:00 am1102d ago
We believe Bohannan is a far better fit for the 1st District.
Staff Editorials Oct. 21, 2022 8:01 am1103d ago
In the newly drawn 2nd Congressional District, Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson is challenged by Democratic state Rep. Liz Mathis. …
Staff Editorials Oct. 16, 2022 7:00 am1108d ago
It would lock in today’s pro-gun politics even if political winds in Iowa blow in a different direction.
Staff Editorials Oct. 15, 2022 7:00 am1109d ago
In Johnson County, five candidates are vying for two seats on the Board of Supervisors, including Republicans Jammie Bradshaw and …
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