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Mark Doland will serve Tama County well

I would like to heartily endorse Mark Doland for District 4 Tama County Supervisor. I’ve gotten to know Mark and Gwendy over the last few years, and I have friends that have known him much longer. His sterling reputation stretches back many years. I am confident that Mark is the best candidate for the job. Mark is a man of high integrity, strong Iowa values and is a hard worker. He has been involved in county government in other counties where he’s lived and done well there, and he will be a strong asset to Tama County now. The first things I look for in any candidate for public ...

BJ Hoffman supports the military community

As a County Supervisor in neighboring Grundy County, I have found myself intrigued by the happenings in Hardin County. From the public comment debacle to disinformation over a Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution that would turn Hardin County into the “Wild West” I’m entertained by the antics in Hardin County. Today I’m writing about something more serious, the care and compassion for United States Military Veterans and current service members. I enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard while still in high school. I took the oath and understood the task and responsibilities ...

Pray and vote!

For the past year I have been reading a magazine called “Decisions.” I am not a magazine reader as many articles come from unsettled writers who make their living keeping the world stirred up with angry thoughts. In this publication, the authors are conservative and thought provoking. Franklin Graham is the editor, he begins this issue with the encouragement to seriously pray, then Vote! It also includes a note of wisdom by Winston Churchill. “Socialism is the philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy. The inherent virtue of socialism is the equal ...

When God’s people do nothing, evil thrives

Dear Potential Voters of Tama County, I grew up surrounded by politics and moral values — religious beliefs. Two uncles were 30-year Senators, one of each party. They both loved America and made decisions based on the good of the U.S.A. In the past 60+ years, and specifically starting in 1960, we have seen the destruction of America: blood and murders in high places, violence and lawlessness, never ending global wars, numerous earthquakes and destructive weather events, family against family including killing of the little and elderly, liars and theft; behaviors mimicking the days of ...

Thankful for UnityPoint Health — Marshalltown

At various times during the past sixty days, I have needed to use one of the three Marshalltown medical facilities of UnityPoint Health: The Emergency Department, UnityPoint Clinic — Express, and UnityPoint Health Marshalltown Hospital. I admit, at times, I have doubted the credibility of these facilities. I am no longer a doubter; we are fortunate to have these medical facilities available to us in Marshalltown. When I entered the Emergency Department, staff began to swiftly treat me, without compromising my care. In the Express Care Clinic, staff were also efficient, ...

Vote Mike Wolfe for Iowa Senate

Vote for Mike Wolfe for Iowa Senate. I’ve had several opportunities to talk to Mike and hear him speak. I am impressed with his ideas and his ability to communicate them. If you are interested in knowing more about him, watch the video of the LWV forum on Oct. 8 which you can find on the Facebook page of the Leagues of Women Voters of Ames and Story County. Unfortunately, no Republican candidates showed up for this event. The goal of the LWV is to educate voters on candidates and issues and to get every eligible voter to vote. Maybe Republicans will show up to the Marshalltown Chamber ...