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Join me in voting no to LOSST forever tax

I strongly urge taxpayers to get out and vote No on the LOSST (Forever Tax) March 5. The most appalling part of the vote is, if you vote yes, and it passes, this time it will become a Forever Tax because the mayor and his handpicked committee advised the council not to put in a sunset clause. They want this tax to be forever, which is unconscionable. There must be a sunset clause. No tax should be forever. This should actually be voted on in Nov. when there’s a much larger voter turnout, which the city fears. Notice the city does not give you a choice to spend 100% of the LOST money ...

Re-elect Donald Trump

My name is Wayne Wilson. Let me ask you this, who has done more for us, President Biden or former President Trump? Spread the word in Iowa, re-elect Donald Trump for president.

Let’s stand together for Marshalltown

In the heart of Marshalltonians, a spirit of unity and shared responsibility has long been the fabric of our community. Recently it has started to feel like that spirit has wavered, but as members of this town, it’s crucial we uphold these values, especially as we face decisions that will shape our future. On March 5, we have two ballot issues before us, the city’s renewal of the 1% Local Option Sales and Service Tax (LOSST) and the school district’s Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL). These represent more than fiscal measures; they are a reaffirmation of our commitment to ...

The power of the penny

Almost 25 years ago, I was on the City Council. The idea came to us to have a Local Option Sales Tax. It seemed like a good idea, lowering property taxes and saving some money for the council’s use. At that time, I thought it was a good idea and I still do. But, I didn’t realize just how much Marshalltown would benefit! Projects large and small, helping balance our budget plus lowering property taxes has benefited everyone in town.People coming into town spending money also help us pay for the services they use and we depend on. The power of the penny. Please vote “yes” on ...

Response to Dr. Paul Tambrino’s ‘Ask Augustine’ article from 2/24/24

Would you briefly explain the difference between Covenant Theology and Dispensational Theology? The multiple labels that Dr. Tambrino uses are confusing for most people and ultimately divisive (orthodox Protestantism, evangelical Protestantism, dispensationalists, premillennialists and cessationalists). Whatever happened to calling those who confess Jesus as their Lord and believe that God raised him from the dead by what the Bible calls them: believers, saints, brethren, Christians, members of the one Body of Christ? Doesn’t separating God’s covenants and dispensations and ...

Thank you for supporting candy and nut fundraiser

The Marshalltown Evening LIons would like to thank everyone that supported our first annual candy and nut fundraiser. Because of your wonderful support, we were able to donate $8,900 to several organizations. Donations were made to the Marshall County Veterans Memorial, Marshalltown Parks and Recreation for a handicap swing at Anson Park, Eastern Iowa Honor Flight, Quilts of Valor, House of Compassion, Camp Hertko Hollow, Camp Courageous, Community Foundation of Marshall County for Meals from the Heartland food drive, Emergency Food Box, increased our annual scholarship for three MHS ...