Nothing is more beautiful than an Iowa harvest sunset. Looking out over the horizon past the tree-covered hills of Traer provides a perfect mosaic. The sky graced with the blue hues followed by the orange tint provided by the glowing sun is a magnificent view. Being one who lives in the ...
In findings that seem too unbelievable to be true, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have found a way to generate non-polluting hydrogen gas from sea water by mixing it with aluminum pellets from recycled soda cans. Even more astonishing, according to an article in Cell ...
Scientists will argue and debate daily; is the world getting hotter or is it getting cooler. The talking points on both sides are endless and seem to be confusing at times. With that thought in mind, let’s talk about climate change through the Bible’s perspective. The world we live in has ...
This harvest will be a special one for the Dengler family. After five generations of toiling the land, the Dengler family is done. It was not an easy decision to make but a necessary one. If I were to be paid in my love of farming or the pride of having both grandparents be farmers, I ...
There once was a small village next to a river. The river was the town’s life, from which they drew their water, irrigated their crops, washed their clothes, and bathed their children. There was built a stone bridge over the river, connecting the village to the outside world. Over the bridge ...
(13) As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him. (14) For he knows our frame; he remembers that we are dust. -Psalm 103:13-14 (ESV)- When I do family counseling, I asked the same question at the beginning. This will set ...
As I drove through the rolling hills near Clutier, looking at the corn and soybeans changing colors, it was a time of reflection. After a walk in one of the most serene places, the St. Wenceslaus Cemetery, I drove through Clutier. When my grandma, Ferne Pohlman, moved to town, I spent a bit of ...
Iowa has many tracts of natural lands, both public and privately owned, scattered in a sea of corn and soybeans. These lands are important for outdoor recreation, habitat for wildlife and plants, and for scenic vistas and trails. In addition, studies by the Iowa Economic Development Authority ...
Recently, I received the North Tama Telegraph with articles on various high school football teams in the coverage area. While it reminded me of the times I was never covered by the newspaper despite being the best field goal holder in the state and the best backside wide receiver to grace ...
After the hustle and bustle of another summer of vacations, picnics and day trips to all kinds of fun spots, it is time to get back to work. For the students it’s time to get the books out and begin to study for another year of academic achievement. For those who found themselves caught up in ...