Last weekend brought the adjournment of the 91st General Assembly “Sine Die.” It’s been the ultimate privilege being a voice for Story and Marshall Counties in the Iowa House. After a marathon 34 hour weekend session, we added meaningful property tax reform to the list of accomplishments ...
Many people have asked why we had to go 34 straight hours to finish the 2026 legislative session. Some have even suggested it’s evidence of poor leadership. I see exactly the opposite. I saw 150 legislators and a governor who had made commitments to the people of Iowa and were not willing to ...
As we observe National Police Week 2026, I am reminded of the sacred trust placed in the hands of those who wear the badge. This week is more than a ceremonial tribute; it is a moment to honor the courage of every peace officer who stands between danger and the people we serve. It is also a time to remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, and to support their families who carry an enduring weight that no public event can truly ease. National Police Week falls each May, culminating on Police Memorial Day. This week gives us a focused opportunity to ...
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15th of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week including that day as National Police Week. National Police Week allows us to honor and remember our fallen law enforcement officers, support their families, and recognize the dedication and service of those who have served and are serving within the profession. For local law enforcement officers, this week offers a moment of reflection on the tremendous public support we have in Marshall County. Throughout my career, I have come to appreciate this time ...
“Change is constant, growth is optional.” Former longtime 2nd Ward City Councilor Tom Curley told me that in late 1998. And it stuck. I believe that Tom told me that it was a Marshalltown Chamber saying at the time. What was true in 1998 still rings true in 2026. With all the changes going on in Marshalltown right now, many of them are eyed towards improvements and growth for residents AND newcomers. And that is my idea of economic development in a nutshell. Everybody wins. A good example of this is the Arts and Culture Alliance. The City has a five-year agreement with the ...
José Yugar-Cruz, the Bolivian immigrant targeted by federal officials for deportation to the Democratic Republic of Congo, does not know when he would be deported, members of Escucha Mi Voz Iowa said Tuesday. Motions aimed at winning his release offer hope that he will not be deported at ...
