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To begin this newsletter, I want to express my gratitude and appreciation to the constituents of House District 15 for trusting me to be your voice at the Statehouse. It is truly an honor and …
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1/31/24
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Last Monday more than a hundred thousand Iowans participated in their precinct caucuses and made their voice heard in the first contest of the presidential nominating process. It will be nice to get …
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1/31/24
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The 2024 session of the Iowa Legislature began on January 8, and work began on various topics. The biggest topic making news was the Governor’s plan to reform our Area Education Agencies. It …
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1/25/24
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This week, we witnessed Americans from tiny towns and big cities come together on the National Mall in celebration of the gift we all share – life. During this year’s March for Life, …
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1/25/24
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“ Ha! Ha! I laugh at danger!” Ralph, fearless explorer, sets out for the one place he’s never been before—the North Pole. In this delightful children’s book, “ …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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1/24/24
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The increasing secrecy by Iowa law enforcement and their lawyers about identifying people by name raises important questions underlying public confidence in the critical work of first-responders. The …
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By Randy Evans
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1/24/24
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Iowa lawmakers are gathering once again in Des Moines for another year of debating and passing legislation.
The democratic process is something America prides itself on and one that requires …
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By Jillian Linster, interim policy director, Center for Rural Affairs
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1/24/24
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The curse didn’t touch this movie. A new addition to the A24 list, “The Iron Claw,” is also a new addition to my five-star movie list.
I have only given 35 of my 2,323 watched …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/24/24
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I was flabbergasted at a recent post on social media that listed words that have fallen out of use over time. This awakened childhood memories. Yessirree, Bob! Dad often made it clear that we never …
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By DeAnn Kruempel
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1/17/24
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The first horror release of 2024 is here. Hitting theaters Jan. 5, Bryce McGuire’s “Night Swim” rang in the new year with a jump scare. With producers Jason Blum and James Wan, this …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/17/24
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Last Thursday, something we’ve watched happen far too often in this country happened in Perry, Iowa.
When I say “watched,” I mean it. I’m guilty of it, too. After each …
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By Aaron Hickman - news@enterprisepub.com
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1/10/24
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Like many Iowans, my thoughts have been rather chaotic since the horrible news from Perry High School last week. The events were so sad and senseless. A 17-year-old student was dead, having shot …
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By Randy Evans
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1/10/24
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Generation Z has given the new year a new name — 2024 (for) the plot. Emphasizing their acts toward creating a chaotic and unforgettable year. I can get behind the name, but for different …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/10/24
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“ Hey, Buddy, what do you say?” My heart smiles every time I hear this or a similar phrase from a parent who is teaching his or her child good manners.
My siblings and I may have …
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By DeAnn Kruempel
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1/3/24
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We Iowans apparently have been kidding ourselves. Somehow, as we focus on taxes, water quality and allegations of big-government overreach, as we wrestle with immigration, inflation, drug abuse, …
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By Randy Evans
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1/3/24
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2023 marked 100 years since the Iowa Legislature created the position of Iowa Secretary of Agriculture. In that time, fifteen different Iowans have had the opportunity to lead the talented team at …
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By Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig
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1/3/24
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Netflix’s recent release, “Leave the World Behind,” has divided movie buffs across the world. From its title scene to the question-filled ending, Sam Esmail’s new film has …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/3/24
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Over the last few weeks, I have been asking people what their favorite childhood movie they still enjoy is. Of course, the results varied, but many family-friendly movies later, I have picked my …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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12/27/23
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I really should not be surprised by some comments that represent what passes for civic dialogue in Iowa these days. The latest example leaves me shaking my head, not just at the events themselves but …
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By Randy Evans
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12/27/23
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At last, they had made it! The three brushed the layer of dust from their fine robes and opened their travel bags. Caspar removed a shiny piece of gold. Melchior found the bundle of frankincense. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/27/23
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City leaders in Davenport have forgotten that city government there belongs to the people. It does not belong to the folks who were elected to city offices. This reminder is necessary because of a …
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By Randy Evans
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12/20/23
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“ How much longer ‘til Christmas?” Mom likely grew tired of my incessant question; it seemed to me like Christmas would NEVER come!
“ It’s only two weeks …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/20/23
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Each journalist has a short list of stories they’ve written that either really resonated with them or that they felt they did a pretty good job on.
Some people may not fully grasp this, …
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By Aaron Hickman - news@enterprisepub.com
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12/20/23
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I stomped the snow off my boots and opened the door to the kitchen. “Mom, I got the mail. Looks like we got nine Christmas cards!” Mom’s face lit with a smile as she took the bundle …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/13/23
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Folks, it’s not the night before Christmas just yet, but through the halls of Washington, not a creature is stirring – not even a mouse.
That’s because federal employees have …
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By Senator Joni Ernst
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12/13/23
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