After reading the Feb.15 editorial “Maintaining a Democracy is not a Spectator Sport” by Mr. Steve Corbin professor emeritus from the University of Northe
When catching up on reading the TR last weekend, the large print headline on the editorial page of the Feb. 15 issue quickly caught my attention. My reaction wa
Citizens of Marshalltown who have attended a Memorial Day program at the local cemeteries, a Veteran’s Day program, the Courthouse dedication, the 4th of July
As far as I know, our library is well run. I have always been treated well and the staff has gone out of their way to be helpful. I think we have a very capable
Dear State Senator Green, You must have nothing else to occupy your time. For the second time in a month, you have introduced bills to restrict the rights of l
Nature has a way to make long-distance trips enjoyable, whether it is cloud-formation, natural beauty or forest placement. Some years ago, we were traveling to
If you’re unsure about climate science, you’re welcome to keep reading, but I’m not going to try to change anyone’s mind. For Marshall County residents
The Democratic caucus in the Iowa Legislature has introduced bills to accomplish the following: raise the minimum wage, expand the Sales Tax Holiday, expand aff
Our state is one of the worst for allowing appalling puppy mills to flourish within our borders (see Iowa Capital Dispatch, Kauffman article, Feb. 7). With inad
Republicans and Democrats have accused “the other party” of bringing about the end of democracy. The United States has a representative democracy which assu