"What does Attorney General Brenna Bird have to do with glyphosate other than being a political motivation and support of money to drive an agenda ..." more

"Whether it be affordable housing or healthcare; reducing gun violence; funding state parks and infrastructure; or setting reasonable tax rates, Republicans have failed Iowans. It’s past time to elect leaders that care about Iowans’ concerns ..." more

" ... I can only conclude its author suffers from the ill effects of a prolonged overdose of Rush Limbaugh-style talk radio topped off by several hefty helpings of Fox News ..." more

"He seems to think people should have a right not to be offended by other people ..." more

On June 27, I picked up three prescriptions for my continuing heart health – Eliquis 5 mg, Entresto 24-26 mg and Jardiance 10 mg – from a local pharmacy that cost a combined $6,956 for a 90-day supply. Fortunately for me, my supplemental insurance paid 83 percent, leaving me with an out-of-pocket cost of "only" $1,162. more

Aug. 22, 1984: Former Eldridge residents John and Noreen Gosch planned to present their “In Defense of Children” program in the North Scott Fine Arts Auditorium. The Gosch’s son, Johnny, disappeared on Sept. 5, 1982, while delivering newspapers in Des Moines, and since then, the couple had worked to raise awareness of the issue of abducted children. A second paperboy, 13-year-old Eugene Martin, also disappeared in Des Moines on Aug. 12. more

Not that long ago, I was you—lost, confused, scared, and willing to do almost anything to not be me. But I promise you, that will change. It will get better, and YOU deserve better. more

When I was a kid growing up in eastern Iowa during the 1970s, the school library opened up the world to me. I remember rushing through my homework during study hall, so I could get to the … more

"I am convinced the Harris/Walz ticket will destroy the part of America as we know it that the Obama/Biden administrations have not destroyed ..." more

"I’m so thankful for all of my gay and lesbian friends for having the humility to show me how to truly be loving and accepting. I can’t imagine the courage it took for Greg to write that, given his experience in my home town. I’m not surprised, but I am saddened to read it ..." more

It was a long, hot day in the Claussen Show Barn on Saturday, Aug. 3. But I stuck around after the swine show for what promised to be a special event. more

I first became familiar with Minnesota governor Tim Walz earlier  this year when he appeared jointly with our friend from Wheatland, Iowa, Democratic Party chair Rita Hart, on Iowa PBS' "Iowa Press." I remarked to Linda at the time what a commonsense, down-to-earth guy he was. more

Aug. 14, 1974: The Dixon Businessmen’s Association planned to hold the first-ever Dixon Sweet Corn Festival. Events included a firemen’s breakfast, antique tractor pulls, a kiddy parade, and a street dance, as well as all-you-can eat sweet corn. more

"The legislature has passed many laws that infringe on our freedom, and they preview the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 with its 180-day plan to dismantle democracy and the rule of law. They believe everyone will be too disoriented and demoralized after the 180 days to fight back. So about this time next year, heaven forbid, the 180-day implementation could be behind us ..." more

"He's freaking out now, because of Kamala. He's beginning to worry that this election may not be close enough, to even make his second attempt at stealing the presidency ..." more

Enjoy the dog days of summer while they last – these precious days before school and after other activities when time stands still. Grass is green and grain is yellow and families are sneaking in vacations before our season of busy-ness cycles all over again. more

Aug. 8, 1984: Several North Scott area communities were getting ready to welcome cyclists from across the state, as the first-ever Tour Iowa’s Greater Region (TIGER) bicycle ride was set to take off from North Scott High School, enroute to Cornell College in Mount Vernon. Approximately 500 cyclists were expected to take part in the ride, which would also travel through Donahue and Dixon before going through Tipton. After a night in Mount Vernon, the route would head north to Anamosa, before tracking back through Lost Nation and Grand Mound and ending back in Eldridge. more

"The most important thing is to retain our democracy, so the people can vote, and negotiate to hold their legislators accountable.  We all need to participate in our government ..." more

" Crime, corruption, hate and immorality, but God will save America; not because of our righteousness, but because of our sins. Yes, God will save our once great nation, but for the sole and expressed purpose of giving us one last chance to repent ..." more

"It is obvious that Vondran is confused about what freedom and democracy are. Even worse, maybe he just doesn’t care ..." more