When most people think about artificial intelligence, they picture Silicon Valley, not rural Iowa. But AI is already affecting our communities. It is driving interest in large data centers, entering our classrooms, and raising questions about how our water, electricity, and personal information ...
In the upcoming November election, please write in Amanda Kriegel for Treasurer. She currently holds the treasurer position in Tama County and should continue to. She has been in that office for over 4 years now and has proven herself. She has made the county over $2 million in interest by ...
For weeks, candidate ads have dominated television viewing. Text messages and phone calls are nonstop. Yard signs are popping up like my late season tomatoes. Much of this messaging is for candidates who will serve in Washington, D.C., or in the statehouse. While that part of the ballot is ...
During this time of persistent inflation, the annoyances and costs of affecting farmers and consumers alike. While some might believe it is only a market problem, the evidence in some markets suggests the effects of consolidation. Unfortunately for farmers, they are easily impacted by this ...
The election is coming and I would like to remind everyone to go out and vote. That is part of our Christian duty. The sanctity of the ballot resides in our desire to vote. Further, let us bear in mind that we get who we voted for. We are familiar with the children’s game, “Follow the ...
1. Reinbeck t-shirts are now available at $10 each (price cut in half due to supplier issues). Sign up at the pharmacy, City Hall, or the Funky Bean. No payment until the shirt is in your hands. I will call you to arrange delivery. Or, you can email rannfeldt@yahoo.com directly with sizes & ...
FACT: Tama county and many others our size and larger operate efficiently with a 3 person BOS. FACT: The only reason we have a 5 person BOS right now is because TCAT wasn't getting their way. Richard Arp can be quoted "We worked very hard to get a pro TCAT anti wind board elected." FACT: ...
As Tama County voters consider whether to reduce the Board of Supervisors from five members back to three, I believe we need to separate personalities and political disagreements from the fundamental question before us: Is Tama County better represented and better governed by three ...
In our small quiet life in Iowa communities, it is easy to look at the shifting culture around us and feel a sense of unease. The values that once anchored our nation seem to be drifting away, leaving many to wonder how we should respond. The answer is not found in anger or withdrawal, but in ...
1. The Reinbeck History Museum is about 90% complete and is open upon request until a more permanent schedule can be established. It spans 1876-1976 and is located at the back of the CEC. It’s free. 2. The flowers on Main Street were beautiful this year. Five watering teams kept them in top ...