By Genevieve Trainor, Iowa City Like the rest of the Iowa City community, I’ve known since April that very public foreclosure proceedings made the fate of the businesses in the Chauncey Building and elsewhere uncertain (other than FilmScene, which owns its locations). But I only just saw the headlines yesterday that SpareMe was definitely closing. […]
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Letter to the editor: Can’t Grassley and Durbin just sit down for coffee already?
By Ed Flaherty, Iowa City Dear Senators Grassley and Durbin: You both agree that the shutdown is harmful and unnecessary. You have worked with each other before. I suggest you two respected leaders in your respective parties meet. The question of who is responsible for the shutdown would be discussed. After each of you state that the other’s party […]
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Letter to the editor: Amy Hospodarsky, Newman Abuissa and Clara Reynen will bring positive change to the Iowa City Council
By Tom Carsner, Iowa City Amy Hospodarsky, Newman Abuissa, and Clara Reynen will bring fresh, positive, and creative proposals to the Iowa City Council that will move Iowa City forward beyond the muddled responses from our present council majority in this time of fascist assaults on our democracy. I encourage you to vote for them […]
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Letter to the editor: The Local Option Sales Tax is an investment in North Liberty’s future
By Tony Branch and Ashley Bermel, North Liberty As our North Liberty community continues to grow rapidly, we are facing increasing demands on our infrastructure and public services. With limited taxable resources and recent changes to state tax policy, our city must find sustainable ways to keep up with this growth. One of the most […]
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Letter to the editor: Coralville will benefit from the Local Option Sales Tax
By Sue and Bob Dvorsky, Coralville As longtime Coralville residents, we’ve seen firsthand how thoughtful investment can shape a community’s future. Coralville’s vision for a new community recreation center, one that welcomes all ages and abilities, is a testament to that spirit. We’re excited about the possibilities for new programming, partnerships, and inclusive spaces that […]
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Letter to the editor: I’ve seen firsthand how Coralville council candidate Jenny Struthers gets things done
By Jamie Tisdale, Coralville I am proud to wholeheartedly endorse my friend Jenny Struthers for election to our city’s council. Her deep understanding of the law and finance, her ability to engage a wide variety of people to solve problems and her unwavering focus to make our community a better place are why I believe […]
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Letter to the editor: Coralville deserves leaders who are serious about helping constituents
By Tara McGovern, Coralville A city does not run on autopilot. If a city council is not engaged and proactive, people with too much power and too little accountability make bad decisions that affect everyone. I cannot take a candidate seriously who refuses to acknowledge that our city’s $36,000 contract with a private AI surveillance company […]
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Letter to the editor: I support the Local Option Sales Tax in Iowa City, Coralville and North Liberty
By Nancy Bird, Iowa City As President and CEO of Greater Iowa City, Inc., I’m proud to support the Local Option Sales Tax on the ballot this Nov. 4. It is a community-driven solution that strengthens our region by investing in infrastructure that makes our area a great place to live and work. We live […]
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Letter to the editor: Iowa City could use a fresh set of leaders
By Mike Carberry, Iowa City President Harry Truman once said that if you wanted a friend in Washington, you should get a dog. The same could be said for politicians in Iowa City. I have lots of friends and acquaintances here in Iowa City who just happen to be elected to public office. I like […]
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Letter to the editor: Jayne Finch brings skills and transparency to the Iowa City school board
By Joan Vanden Berg, Iowa City I am voting for Jayne Finch for school board, and I encourage you to do the same. I have found Jayne to be a consistent advocate for our most vulnerable students. On several occasions, I have approached her about concerns raised by community members. She not only listened but took […]
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Letter to the editor: Travis Terrell can deliver change in the 1st District
By Becca Mallon, North Liberty It’s time for a change in Iowa’s 1st Congressional District, and I’m convinced that Travis Terrell can deliver the change we need. Travis is running a refreshing grassroots campaign that has the potential to unseat Mariannette Miller-Meeks. His platform focuses on delivering much-needed relief for working class families. He presents […]
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Letter to the editor: Vote Jenny Struthers for Coralville City Council
By Angela Rogers, Coralville I am writing to express my strong support for Jenny Struthers, who is running for Coralville City Council. I have known Jenny for more than ten years and have had the privilege of working alongside her on numerous fundraising efforts, committees, and PTO executive boards. In every setting, Jenny stands out […]
