Gosh, I wish I worked at an airport. Especially a big, busy one. Why? Because employees there get to witness miracles on a daily basis. Apparently, spontaneous healings happen more often at the … [Read more...]
Braley: Postal Service needs sensible solutions
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Early last week, I was disheartened to learn that the U.S. Postal Service has decided to cancel mail service on Saturdays. The change is scheduled to take place in August, and I am strongly opposed to … [Read more...]
State Sen. Chris Brase: Governor is breaking state law
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
One of the top priorities of the Iowa Senate this session is providing the necessary funding for our schools for the upcoming 2013-14 and 2014-15 school years. This decision has already been delayed … [Read more...]
State Rep. Frank Wood: Education bill will not help student achievement
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tuesday night (Feb. 19), the House passed an education reform bill on a straight party line vote the following morning. This is the second year of efforts to improve education and boost student … [Read more...]
Rep. Steve Olson: A record investment in Iowa schools …
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
By state Rep. Steve Olson (R-DeWitt, House District 83) Wednesday, Feb. 20, the Iowa House passed HF215, Iowa’s Education Reform Package. HF215 also includes a 2 percent increase in state school … [Read more...]
Out and about: Cruise comes with a nice surprise
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
If I had to choose one highlight of our recent Southern Caribbean cruise it just could be the day a surprise invitation appeared at our cabin door. It came from the Noordam’s captain, John … [Read more...]
Our Past: County mental health budget reduced
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Feb. 28, 1973 Arnold Fedderson retired as Donahue Fire Chief after serving in that position for 25 years. Howard Cronkleton succeeded Fedderson. Eldridge Cub Scouts who won prizes in the Pinewood … [Read more...]
Everyday People: Danica Patrick makes history
February 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I was nervous for Danica Patrick in the Daytona 500, at least at the beginning of the race. I wanted her to succeed. Sure, the former IndyCar star and current NASCAR Sprint Cup rookie candidate had … [Read more...]
The New Guy: Rediscovering the essence of sports
February 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
By the time this article sees the light of day, I will have spent three of the last eight nights inside of a high school gym. It’s that time of year, after all – the point in the season when … [Read more...]
Senate votes 4-percent increase for schools
February 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
By state Sen. Rita Hart (D-Wheatland, District 49) It was a week of celebrations at the Statehouse. We started out this week with purple and gold during University of Northern Iowa Day at the … [Read more...]
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