Opinion
Happy Easter!
Hopefully, most of you will be able to spend time with your family this weekend. The kids will be able to enjoy the Easter Egg Hunt provided by the local Kiwanis Club with the help of the residents ...
“Cor·rup·tion” Defined
First I need to set the record straight. If you read the last opinion piece about the “F***” word....In that article I misspoke in the section concerning the role of the sheriff in the narrative. ...
If Biden loses, it will be because Democrats defeated him
By Dave NaglePresident Joe Biden performed a remarkable, some would say historical, State of the Union address that sent Democratic hopes soaring toward his reelection chances. He was sharp, on occasi...
Letter to the Editor: Racoon Bounty - No!
Dear Editor,I am writing to urge the state lawmakers from Benton County to reject Iowa House File 2665, which proposes the implementation of a raccoon bounty program. As residents of Benton County, we...
He's all out of F**** with which he can give
Editor’s note: This story was corrected. I misunderstood the chain of events when the sheriff entered the narrative. His presence was REQUESTED as a witness to the camera removal. My apologies to th...
BENTON COUNTY RESIDENTS - Your attention is needed
On tomorrow's Supervisor's agenda there are two VERY IMPORTANT items on the agenda. Number 8 at 9:01 a.m. and number 15 at 9:30 a.m.9:01 a.m.Sue Wilber the Benton County HR director has a discussion ...
Letter to the Editor: Net zero wise or foolish
Editor:This past March 11 - the second Monday was an appointed meeting of the Ancient Order of Quiet Birdmen. As you will learn, all members are experienced aviators. The organization was ...
Don’t do away with county compensation boards
By Robert LeonardSome of the very worst elected public officials in Iowa are members of our county boards of supervisors. Sure, there are some fine ones, but many don’t have the sense God gave a goo...
Letter to the Editor: Benton Community special election
Dear Editor, Striking to me how many citizens opt out of local and national elections. Case in point, 75% of eligible voters decided to stay home for Monday's Special election, wonder how many of...
Be careful who you vote for
The cat is out of the bag. If you want to win in Benton County, you have to run as a Republican. There's nothing like hearing a political candidate tell a crowd that when asked what party they would b...