Hatred! Even the word sounds wicked. Its very nature wishes ill will on others. It poisons the souls of those who claim it and let it operate their lives. I’ve read about hatred and what evil actions it has promoted throughout history; often starting so innocently but becoming a destructive ...

I am proud to endorse my friend Randy Feenstra for Iowa governor. I find myself in the unique position of personally knowing almost every candidate on both the Republican and Democratic primary ballots this year, and I believe Randy Feenstra offers the steady leadership Iowa needs now more than ...

In the Old Testament, a kidnapped neighbor of Lot, burst into Abraham’s presence. Abraham’s Nephew, along with his whole house, had been kidnapped by numerous kings-who banded together on a raiding party. Scripture says that Abraham had “318 men who were born into his household.” That ...

On May 14, we attended a performance by the Ames Chamber Artists at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. It was amazing! To have that level of music come to town is wonderful. St. Paul’s does an amazing job of offering a variety of concerts for all to attend. Please, support the arts we have here. ...

I have a family member who is 24 years old who has Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He has seen doctors all throughout the state to help him with his high pain level. He is very upset that no one seems concerned enough to help him. In a time that people are concerned enough to help people fight ...

Efforts to restrict plant-based products from using the word “milk” are gaining traction again, despite little evidence that consumers are confused (Reuters, April 24, 2026). Most people know exactly what oat milk is — and choose it intentionally. So why the push to regulate language? ...