Recently we had four teenagers die in a car wreck, heartbreaking for family and friends. I recently finished a book by Frederick Buechner. There are words in it that might help the grieving families. When you remember me, it means that you have carried something of who I am with you, that I ...

I agree with Kurtis Jensen’s letter to the editor in the Dec. 1 Times-Republican. The limited existence time frame is a must, or I’m voting no! The city council needs to be open and communicate with the Marshalltown citizens beyond the council meetings about this issue. How about sharing ...

In reading the city council meeting article, I have some thoughts. First, my 1000 sq ft. cottage has a budget billing of $183 per month not in the $130 range. Secondly, I question if the city has the right to access my utility bill that is provided by Alliant to me without my permission. I am ...

In the 11 months of this current year, there have been 604 mass shootings and over 40,000 people have died from gun violence here in America. Why is this not a great moral concern? In the past mid-election that just took place, 65 to 68 percent of Iowans voted in favor of owning a gun and ...

I am very happy that Kim Reynolds was reelected to be our governor for four more years. I think she has done an outstanding job and she has many people to satisfy as governor but she was elected by a large amount and that made me very proud because we were good friends and worked together as ...

In consideration of the proposed franchise fee, it seems that the idea was a product of poor planning. Bringing the proposal further will require assurances of future sound administrative practices, otherwise my vote would be no. I could consider a yes vote if the proposal includes a limited ...