Last week, I had the privilege of attending an event, where our Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks spoke passionately about how the One Big Beautiful Act is already making a difference for families...
Even the best salesman would struggle explaining away the reasons for the latest contradiction from the president of the United States. He believes crime in Washington, D.C., is so out of control …
I pray for a number of people. My main prayer time is early in the morning during my prayer and meditation hour, but I may stop occasionally during the day and silently or out loud pray for …
The Tri-State Rodeo gets into full gallop this week. That means Lisa Wood spends a Saturday morning wrapping up the Special Kids Rodeo, something she’s been part of for almost a full quarter …
Government regulates business to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public. That is the theory behind enacting and enforcing regulations, and it is a commendable mission. But, too often …
Ginnie was a long time shopping at Walmart, like four hours. I was wondering, “What's taking her so long?” When she finally got home she was all flustered. “Has Walmart …
Pre-rodeo week events begin this weekend, and the campers will be rolling into the rodeo grounds faster than sheep running at the Lil’ Spurs mutton bustin’ event! The smell of campfire …
Hey, do you guys like hats? I love hats. They cover up the receding hairline that Tina Hauck can’t fix. I can’t golf without a hat because you can’t take it off and shake hands at …
As school backpacks start replacing beach towels, I can’t help but think back to “what I did this summer.” Around here, it was a season packed with fairs, festivals, and fun. My …
Wanna solution for being miserable? Read Victor Hugo's “Les Miserables.” English Translation: “The Miserables” or “The Wretcheds.” Hugo's …
One of the things about living a bachelor life is experimenting with food in the kitchen. In between shifting from one laptop to another and running from here to there, you tend to throw some things …
Lyman Dillon resides in the dusty recesses of Iowa history for his role in 1839 in one of Iowa’s earliest infrastructure projects. Dillon’s work also figures indirectly in a modern-day …
