We had to be at the University of Iowa Hospital at 5:30 in the morning for Ginnie’s hysterectomy. We were there on time and I was whisked away to a waiting room. This was to be a day all about Ginnie, of course. But I wasn’t feeling well, and hadn’t felt well for a couple of days. I ...
For many in our caucus, there is nothing we have heard louder or clearer than the call from landowners to protect their private property rights from eminent domain abuse by CO2 pipeline projects. This week we passed two bills containing many policies to provide those protections. This is not ...
In a recent case study on the economic impact of wind energy in Howard County, I had the opportunity to work with the Center for Rural Affairs (CFRA). The full report is written by Alex Delworth, Senior Policy Associate, and is available on the CFRA’s website. To collect information for the ...
The speed and seriousness with which Donald Trump is shaking up Washington has everyone’s head spinning. If the president called me and asked my advice how he should explain to the American people what he is doing, I would say he should tell every American to read our Declaration of ...
As we approach another graduation season, the halls of Marshalltown Community College buzz with anticipation and celebration. It’s a time to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of all our students, especially those who have distinguished themselves through membership in Phi Theta Kappa ...
The Marshalltown American Legion Auxiliary would like to thank the following for their generous donations for the recent St. Patrick’s Day Annual Card Party fundraiser. The money raised will be used to benefit Veterans and their needs in Marshall County: 3rd Generation Upholstery, 19 Spa and ...