Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part editorial column regarding the West Marshall bond referendum written by Jacy Large. Part One: “What is the goal of our (West Marshall’s) school system?” This is a question any individual who has served as an educator, board member or on ...
Mike Ladehoff, Jeff Schneider, and Sue Cahill are the best candidates for the contested Council positions if you want this community to be even better than it is today. Those three people will help us improve with better roads and other city infrastructure, improve with more housing, retail, ...
Mayoral candidate Mike Ladehoff has always understood the value of hard work. As a kid growing up on an Iowa farm, Mike was committed to his family, his assigned chores and contributing to a profitable growing season. He has been exceptional at his job at Emerson-Fisher — a critical cog ...
Please elect Gary Thompson for mayor for the following reasons: He has demonstrated the courage to encourage public officials to respect citizens. He demonstrates respect by emphasizing positivity in all endeavors. He carefully investigates all sides of issues and recommends unbiased ...
Not surprisingly these days, free speech on college campuses is back in the headlines. That makes it worthwhile to highlight the seven-page policy the Iowa Board of Regents wrote to proclaim how it values and protects freedom of expression at the three state universities. Before getting to ...
We have known Sue Cahill and her family for many years. She served our city on the council during the hard times of the tornado and the derecho. She served us at the statehouse with strength and integrity. She is a listener, a problem solver and she makes things happen. Please vote for Sue ...