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Harvest time

By Pastor Perry Aalgaard, First Lutheran Church

Riding the line

 

Another round of gas pains

Before I dive in, let me take a moment to wish my life, Leah, a happy 34th anniversary. I know, many of you are wondering, how could you put up with her for more than three decades … sorry, that’s probably the other way around. Six kids, three weddings, one engagement and 10 grandchildren later, here we sit. Thank you for standing beside me through all these health challenges. Perhaps for should have paid closer attention to the “in sickness and in health” clause in our marriage agreement.

Judicial ethics in Iowa differ from Washington ethics

 

There were more disclosures in recent days in the ongoing saga involving the ethical standards of justices on the U.S. Supreme Court — or, more accurately, the lack of ethical standards.

With each new disclosure about our nation’s highest court, the reputations of justices here on the Iowa Supreme Court take on more luster — and deservedly so.

What I’ve learned on my Feenstra Agriculture Tour

When I was elected to represent Iowa’s 4th Congressional District, I made a solemn promise to Iowa farmers and producers that I would be the strongest voice for agriculture and our farm families in Congress. From the Farm Bill to energy policy, I believe that the hardworking men and women who feed and fuel our country deserve a loud voice and a seat at the table when lawmakers craft legislation that impacts their livelihoods and pocketbooks.

The modern person

Session - First Presbyterian Church, Lake Park

Who is your friend? Does the friendship you have seem secure, always there, no worries of this friendship ever thinking of not being there? There are friends who pretend to be friends, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother — Proverbs 18:24.

Proposed improvements would damage Gull Point's character

I attended the DNR open house on Aug. 22 at Gull Point State Park regarding major alterations to the campground. There were five easels placed around the room, and the public could view them and ask questions individually of the DNR staff present. I was expecting a short presentation that would summarize the plans so that the large crowd could understand what is planned.

Congrats to the Windmill Cabal

I want to congratulate the Windmill Cabal. Your control of the August 2023 meeting of our Planning and Zoning Committee was a masterpiece.

Showing you are getting what you paid for.

You had a supporter from Carroll that spoke in your favor for over 10 minutes.

Then, when the people’s attorney got up to speak, your committee shut her off.

Then your committee shuffled some papers, mumbled to themselves - meeting adjourned.

Area musicians perform Beatles at PLAC

 

Five northwest Iowa musicians brought music by the Beatles plus Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young to an audience at the Pearson Lakes Art Center Wednesday evening.

Entitled Abbey Soul & 4 Way Suite, the show was performed by local entertainer Charlie Leissler, David Hinners on drummers, Steve Alingh and Brooks Begay from Cherokee and Andy Juhl from Marcus.

The best days ever

One of the things I love about the Iowa State Fair is that you always run into someone you didn’t expect to meet.

The American Families and Jobs Act reverses the failures of Bidenomics

President Biden’s economic agenda – which he has coined “Bidenomics” – has failed our families, farmers, small businesses and rural communities by every measure possible. 61 percent of Americans reported living paycheck to paycheck, 71 percent of Americans have a negative view of the state of the economy and gas prices continue their upward trajectory.

Afghanistan withdrawal anniversary has our enemies celebrating our defeat and Biden’s weakness

 

Two years ago, I warned against the risk a hurried withdrawal from Afghanistan would cause. Now, the consequences of a Taliban takeover are a reality.

Even against the advice of his own military advisors, President Biden doubled down on a rushed process to meet his arbitrary exit deadline, resulting in the greatest U.S. foreign policy disaster of my lifetime.

Faith

Pam Dressel - Christian Family Worship Center

I’ve been asked, what is faith?

Hebrews 11:1 ERV - "Faith is what makes real the things we hope for. It is proof of what we cannot see."

Let’s look at the story of Jairus and his daughter.

Faith

 

I’ve been asked, what is faith?

Hebrews 11:1 ERV - "Faith is what makes real the things we hope for. It is proof of what we cannot see."

Let’s look at the story of Jairus and his daughter.

It's a small thing, but it matters to me because of you

 

The newspaper industry can eat a person up.

That can be true for any number of reasons — overwhelming criticism, a perpetually uncertain calendar, an average wage that's a lot lower than most would probably assume. But part of what eats away at me from time to time is the fact that a few mistaken keystrokes can easily be overlooked ahead of a deadline and yet make a world of difference.

It's a little thing, but it matters.

Gov. Reynolds must take control of the IUB hearing

When questioned about eminent domain during the 2022 Gubernatorial Candidate Debate, Gov. Reynolds answered many times that “there is a process in place.” That process is playing out now at the Cardiff Event Center in Fort Dodge, where Summit Carbon Solutions is making the case for its hazardous CO2 pipeline and landowners are being forced to defend their land. Seeing events unfold, it’s questionable if Reynolds understands the process.

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