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Opinion

Day in the life of the Swarm Family

Columnists

Ginnie was a long time shopping at Walmart, like four hours. I was wondering, “What’s taking her so long?” When she finally got home she was all flustered. “Has Walmart called you?” she asked. “No. Why?” “I lost my phone somewhere in Walmart. I was looking something up on ...

Bed, Bath and Beyond California

Columnists

The much-publicized exchange between Bed Bath & Beyond chairman Marcus Lemonis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom is a lesson for the whole country. We shoppers look back fondly on the marketing acumen that, starting with one store in 1971, built Bed Bath & Beyond into a retail giant ...

Who will protect the kids?

Columnists

Some parents abuse their kids. Child welfare workers are supposed to stop that to protect the kids. But bad things often happen while they watch. “Children have a right to safety,” says Tim Keller. “If home is a danger, we as a society have to step in and protect those ...

Cell phone usage

Your View

With the new law going into effect on July 1 concerning hands free cell phone use while driving, I have seen many individuals still in violation of the law. Most have been private citizens but several have been delivery people and employees of various local businesses. I have seen comments ...

New academic year brings growth and exciting changes to MCC

Columnists

The start of a new academic year always brings renewed energy, and this fall is no exception at Marshalltown Community College. As students and faculty return to campus, MCC is celebrating enrollment growth, significant facility improvements, and a calendar of events designed to strengthen ...