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Opinion

Property taxes need accountability and transparency

Editorials

Many Iowans were shocked by their recent property assessments and concerned about the effect property tax bills. Public opinion polls reveal a majority of Iowans believe it is time to tackle the issue of high property taxes.One of our members said, "I bought a townhouse to downsize and my ...

Cornfields, Common Sense and Community

Editorials

In the LegislatureAfter last's week legislative deadline for bills, week thirteen included more floor debate. We remain focused on our budget work while we continue to pass bills out of the Senate.While we are still in negotiations with the House and the governor on what the budget will look ...

Quentions Rep. Fisher, Iowa Juvenile Home plans

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor:I read in the paper the fix is finally in, actually its been in since day one.Just like in the Movie "Chinatown", the Republicans have duped the public's where their fat cat republican sponsor get the Juvinale Home lock stock and barrel.What Dean Fisher doesn't realize is ...

What’s Happening at the Wieting?

Local Columns

Everything is a go for the fundraiser for Phase II called "Homecoming 2019." This will take place at the Wieting on Saturday, June 1. The entertainment will be mostly forger performers at the Wieting. We will have a few new performers also.The admission will be a donation to the balance owed on ...

Why the Middle East is a disaster

Editorials

Those who blame Iran for meddling in and destabilizing the Middle East apparently have not listened to General Wesley Clark's remarks from "A Time to Lead" speech he gave at the Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco, CA, on October 3, 2007. Following is an abridged transcript of his ...

Pet Peeves #2

Local Columns

Many called or emailed me last week and complained that I promised another "Pet Peeve" column. I got the message loud and clear, so here ya go.......Pet Peeves, 2nd Installment!!!Randy reminded his loved ones that when one runs out of toilet paper, the proper etiquette is to replenish it. ...

School choice vs. funding

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor:The movement called "School Choice" seems like such a positive concept that all should favor because we NEED to have choice in the schools our children attend. However, it also suggests that choice does not currently exist, but choice already exists.Children can attend ...