“Rod Stewart Hair”
“I like your hair!” a woman at the party said.
Opinions
Week four of the legislative session brought many people from the district to Des Moines. Tuesday was especially busy, as approximately 800 FFA students from across the state came to the Capitol to learn about state government.
It was unfortunate that during the majority of the time the students...
I’ve long believed that cutting taxes for our families, farmers, and small businesses spurs investment in our rural communities, promotes economic growth, and creates good jobs. When we let hardworking Iowans keep more of their hard-earned money, folks are encouraged to start their own enterprises...
“Still Singing”
My dad turned 90 this weekend, and we were all set to drive up north to celebrate his birthday.
He’s a hard one to buy a present for. My dad does not need more things. He likes using the things he has until they are completely worn out. He already has a line of slippers on his top...
Friday, Jan. 13, 13 girls from the Trailblazers wrestling team (seven of them from Lake Mills) took part in the Super Regional at Mason City. One girl moved on to state. Jasmine Schwartz will represent the Trailblazers at the state tournament this Thursday and Friday, Feb. 1-2, in Iowa City at...
In 1974, Iowa legislators, under the leadership of Chuck Grassley, championed a groundbreaking initiative: the creation of the Area Education Agency system (AEAs). These AEAs, a network of 15 organizations, were established through innovative legislation to provide efficient, effective and...
As we wrapped up another week of the Iowa Legislature, Iowans have seen coverage of several new bills introduced related to reproductive freedom.
While the Governor’s abortion ban is currently on hold as it is reviewed by the Iowa Supreme Court, some GOP lawmakers are still working on other bills...
As an every three-week op-ed contributor to newspapers in 39 states, I read a lot of various and sundry topics, seeking an opportunity to start crafting a research-based message that might be of interest to readers.
A while back I read 2023 marked the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act...
Q: What are you hearing from Iowans about romance scams?
A: The efforts of rip off artists seeking to enrich themselves at the expense of their victims are a tale as old as time. Today the internet gives con artists and criminals a digital platform to lay an anonymous trap far and wide, from...
“Sharing a Story”
My nephew, Beau, keeps me on my toes.
Keeping on my toes is a good way to develop balance and agility. It is also a good way to fall on my face and embarrass myself. But since I don’t spend a lot of time with teenagers—and not nearly enough with Beau—I am trying.
Right now, he’...
HSB 542 has garnered the most attention from the Governor’s Condition of the State address. It is a bill seeking to reform Area Education Agencies. I’ve heard from many constituents with concerns with the original draft of the bill. I appreciate all the feedback I have received and am actively...
