I am writing to express my full support for Mike Ladehoff in his candidacy for Mayor. I had the privilege of knowing and working with Mike while I served as police chief. I witnessed him consistently demonstrate a love for Marshalltown and dedication to public service. Mike always looks for ...

To the BCLUW Community, As a member of the BCLUW community, I am writing in strong support of Ted Switzer for the BCLUW School Board. Ted is only a few years removed from walking the same halls our students walk today, and that recent experience gives him a unique and valuable perspective. ...

I google to fin out what makes a good Mayor for small community. Here is what it says: • To have a strong communication skills. Clearly convey ideas and listen to community concerns. • Community engagement. Actively involve residents in the decision making process. • Visionary ...

As I sit here in “war-torn” Portland, Oregon, there are no firebombs, no cars ablaze. Yes, there are a few folks peacefully picketing outside the ICE facility (one in a chicken suit) and an “emergency naked bike ride” is planned for next week. Yes, Portland is weird. It revels in ...

After reading Rhonda Braudis’ article about the changes to the career of an emergency dispatcher, I am compelled to add some ancient history background to the changes she has seen. My wife and I moved to Marshalltown in 1974; when we arrived, I maintained all of the radio communications for ...

Where are our elected officials? They should be demanding accountability from the state officials about who and where the disease originated from. It is in the public interest and a safety issue and not let the state officials put it off. After all 70 some people and 2 deaths are wanting to ...