If I had a dollar for every person I’ve talked to recently who has stopped reading and watching the news, or at least cut way back, I’d be able to retire. Oh, wait. I AM retired! Retired from a lifelong career in newsrooms, and even I admit to dreading watching the evening news and reading ...
As I embark on my first semester as Provost at Marshalltown Community College, I am filled with a sense of excitement and anticipation. The warm welcome I’ve received from the faculty, staff, students, and community members has been truly heartwarming. One of the most encouraging ...
Gov. Kim Reynolds recently announced she intends to ask lawmakers for a ban on cellphones in Iowa’s K-12 classrooms. The idea has merit, but the ban treats a symptom of what ails our children’s learning rather than the root cause. Unquestionably, our children spend too much time on ...
When and why did the United States turn into such a cesspool of hatred? Some people may disagree with that characterization. But events last week have or should put those questions front and center because the kind of cold-hearted reaction we have witnessed is disgusting. See what you ...
Based on a 2021 analysis, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) recently determined that it would remove 36 Aids to Navigation (ATONs) along the Missouri River north of Blencoe, Iowa. The removal process is projected to be completed by May 2025, and if implemented, this would be devastating for our ...
Serving on the Marshalltown City Council has offered me new and different opportunities to connect with our community and see how our community may connect with others. One of these connections has been with our Sister City in Ukraine— Zdolbuniv. This partnership has deepened my understanding ...