"Matt Trimble is asking Scott County voters to elect him our next County Auditor. His campaign promises greater integrity and competence than Kerri Tompkins, the incumbent. A comparison suggests Kerri is the more qualified candidate ..." more

"I have had the privilege to work alongside of Rep. Bobby Kaufmann for the past two years. During this time I have come to respect Rep. Kaufmann greatly ..." more

"Please vote for Rita Rawson for Scott County Supervisor. she is an excellent choice ..." more

"We need a supervisor who will work hard on behalf of the taxpayers to maintain quality services and envision our county's bright future, and that person is Ken Beck ..." more

I experienced my first Farm Progress Show two weeks ago, taking in the sights and sounds of the three-state exposition near Amana on a leisurely afternoon with my dad. It was a memorable September day for both of us. more

Oct. 13, 1999: Plans for a controversial apartment complex near Sheridan Meadows would move ahead after the developer withdrew plans for a rezoning of the property, which was already zoned for multi-residential. For now, according to Eldridge economic development director Dick Kvatch, the developer planned to begin grading the land and would request a building permit for an initial 88 units. Opponents of the project said they wanted the city council to control Eldridge’s growth. more

Donald Trump has suddenly found a new cause: John Deere workers. more

The first full-time newspaper job I took after graduating college in the early 1990s resulted in the biggest disparity between what I would be paid and how hard and long I had to work in my entire career. more

State Auditor Rob Sand recently did what no statewide elected official in Iowa has done in a long time – he brought attention to problems in nursing homes. more

"Donald Trump portrays immigrants as drug dealers, child traffickers, or low-wage workers. He never discusses the immigrants coming here who start companies ..." more

"Iowa Republicans have enacted a 6 week abortion ban, banned books, rolled back child labor regulations, and are actively pushing our tax dollars from public to private schools, but somehow they claim I’m one with a 'dangerous agenda' ..." more

"The upcoming election has politicians running for greed, power and self recognition, or politicians running for compassion, dignity and love of America ..." more

Bill used to occasionally chide me about the length of the stories I wrote, but something tells me he wouldn't be complaining today, because this one's about him. I don't think just a few words are going to cut it. more

Today, we are honoring the life of an extraordinary man. To many he was defined by his role in community journalism, and through his philanthropic efforts, and by his involvement in Rotary and the church. But to my sisters and me, he was Dad. Our best teacher, most dedicated coach, mentor, sounding board, our biggest cheerleader and supporter and our safest safety net. more

Our love for our Papa will always be alive. more

I’m fortunate to have known Bill Tubbs for many years, over 40 to be specific. I first knew of Bill when I was in high school, and he was the owner and editor of the NS Press.  He knew my parents and my in-laws very well and was always supportive of all things North Scott.  more

Oct. 2, 1974: Scott County Extension director Don Olson estimated $6.1 million in crop damage to Scott County farmers after the first frost came two weeks earlier than normal. Olson also said corn yields would be down 10 percent, and bean yields down 30 percent. His pre-frost yield estimates had already been adjusted downward due to poor weather conditions early in the growing season. more

"The hallmark of democracy is equality.  Republican’s Project 2025 would trade the Constitution for a dictator.  Laws passed by the current administration in Des Moines are more compatible with Project 2025 than with democracy’s freedoms, rights, and struggle for equality ..." more

“I was hoping you’d send your resume.” more

Sept. 29, 1999: The North Scott football team scored a major upset of state-ranked and previously unbeaten Bettendorf, 28-26, to ensure a happy Homecoming. Meanwhile, Anne Hamilton and Steve Gsell were crowned Homecoming royalty. more