WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (R-IA-02) and Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) recently introduced the “Specialist Fourth Class Keith Smith Glioblastoma Parity Actâ€, which amends the PACT Act to ensure Vietnam War veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange can…
Foodborne illnesses tend to increase during the summer months because bacteria multiply faster when it’s warm. People also cook outside, away from refrigerators, thermometers, and sinks more often. Stay healthy and safe by following these food safety guidelines:
On Monday, June 30, 2025, forty-nine-year-old Jason Michael Jackson was transferred to the Buchanan County Jail on nationwide warrants for Sexual Abuse – 2nd Degree and Lascivious Conduct with a Minor.
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate today announced that after a nationwide search, Bailey Kelley will take on the role of Director of Elections. Kelley has been on staff with the Iowa Secretary of State’s office for two years, most recently serving as Deputy Director of Elections.
Every Fourth of July, the sky erupts with color over the waters of the Wapsipinicon River here in Independence, Iowa. As they boom, sizzle, and sparkle across the night sky, we point and cheer at these wonderful displays of light that dazzle young and old. For believers, fireworks can also r…
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Bella Louvar’s inside-the-park home run during Game 2 highlighted the Mustangs’ 14-4, 13-1 WaMaC crossover sweep of South Tama on Wednesday at Mustang Park.
Independence
WINTHROP — On a senior night that took five days to execute, East Buchanan came out on top.
Independence showed up for an extended three-day homestand, concluding it last week with sweeps of WaMaC foe Vinton-Shellsburg on Thursday and 3A foe Decorah on Friday.
WINTHROP — Rain delays and cancellations made for an extended week of baseball for East Buchanan. Two days of baseball extended into three, and the Buccaneers came out 1-2 on the week.
Scattered thunderstorms during the evening. Cloudy skies after midnight. Low 69F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 90%.
Scattered thunderstorms during the evening. Cloudy skies after midnight. Low 69F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 90%.
Partly cloudy skies. High near 85F. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph.
Why did Congress seek fiscal integrity changes to the Medicaid program?
To the Editor:
What border security measures did you lead in the Senate budget bill?
