×

Opinion

A Christian Voting Guide: Three Priorities

Local Columns

This Fall brings another Presidential election cycle, which I’ve learned means one thing: spiritual warfare. In the lead up and aftermath of a Presidential election, things always get really hard in a hundred different ways in people’s everyday lives that are seemingly disconnected from ...

Dengler Domain: Kolaches

Local Columns

When traveling around the country or the world, it is always important to try new foods. Each part of the country has their own specialty like the South and barbecue, New York City and pizza, or coastal regions and fish. No matter where else one has these foods, it always tastes better in these ...

Seven ways to help your student prepare for life away from home

Editorials

After high school graduation, your student will face many new experiences beyond academics and social situations. The important thing is that they successfully continue their educational journey toward a profession that meets their interest. At ISL Education Lending, we know that preparation ...

Leading by example as your next sheriff

Editorials

Tama County Community, My name is Lucas Dvorak and I am running to be the next Tama County Sheriff. During this campaign, I have learned a lot about myself. One thing being is I am not a politician. I was told by a retired coworker that I struggle to talk about myself. My response was I ...

Remember to Vote in the June 4 Primaries

Editorials

Tuesday, June 4 is primary day here in Iowa. Have you made your plan to vote? Primary elections might seem like they’re not all that exciting, especially if there aren’t any contested races in your area, but it is so important that you show up and support your favored candidates because ...

Solar development has minimal impact on ag land use

Editorials

As renewable energy development grows in rural areas, so do concerns about protecting agricultural land, especially from utility-scale solar projects. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) estimates that by 2050 solar will occupy 10.3 million acres of land nationally, 90% of which will be in ...