As we stand at the edge of another year, looking back on everything 2025 brought to Marshall County, I find myself feeling something deeper than simple pride. It’s a mix of gratitude, humility, and the kind of appreciation that only comes from watching a community show up, not only for big ...
Marshalltown and the surrounding communities have long understood the value of partnerships. Nowhere is that more evident than in the success of Iowa Valley’s 260 workforce training programs. These programs, especially the Industrial New Jobs Training Program known as 260E, have played a ...
By BECKY BROWN and DEB WILLIAMS Do you feel sad amidst the holiday festivities? For some, the holidays can come with an unwanted gift. They can be a painful reflection, loneliness, anxiety, and depression. This pervasive sadness is known informally as holiday blues or holiday ...
Iowa is taking an exciting step to help young children grow and thrive with the creation of a new Center of Excellence for Early ACCESS. This new center is part of a statewide plan to make sure every child, no matter where they live, can get the best possible start in life. The Center of ...
The other day I spoke with a dear friend I’ve known since I was 21. As we compared Thanksgiving plans, I described my usual traditional menu: turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, salad, cranberry relish, pie – the comforting repertoire my husband and mother insist on. I ...
We just went through the longest government shutdown in history over contention regarding renewal of temporarily enacted government subsidies to Obamacare premiums. This battle is not over. Eight Democrats threw in the towel and agreed to postpone the issue and cooperate with Republicans to ...