As the director of a long-time social service agency, the leader of an all-volunteer community group committed to sharing essential life resources with the homeless and needy as well as the pastor of a local church, I daily experience the huge, overwhelming needs of the many, many individual…
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My name is Nathan Hull. I am 35 years old. I’ve been struggling with addition since my early teens and have been in and out of jails and institutions most of my adult years.
It may be difficult to see, but there are many in our community that struggle on a daily basis with the very basic of needs. Whether it be wondering when their next meal is going to be, how to get to work that day or where they will find shelter for the night, these basic needs that some of …
It wasn’t my original intent to endorse a candidate for the Iowa Caucus this early. However, I couldn’t sit back any longer while the most viable candidate in a nation-wide election is kept off the debate stage and out of scrutiny of those who should consider Montana Governor Steve Bullock t…
My name is Highland Nichols I have been active in Clinton County and Iowa Democratic politics for many years.
I would like to thank the Clinton and Camanche fire departments for the great job they did in putting out the recent house fire at 214 17th Place in Clinton.
The Clinton Franciscans recognize the inherent sacredness and dignity of all. Every person has a right to an adequate income, safe and affordable housing, food security, affordable health care, and quality education.
On Oct 10 you did a write-up on Midwest Pets For Life TNR program and referenced the Clinton Humane society in it. The three-year contract the city signed with CHS has nothing to do with that program or Midwest Pets For Life!! In fact, CHS is turning away animals from their shelter and refer…
Kearns details her Ward 4 campaign
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, you have the opportunity to elect Clinton’s mayor for the next four years.
Support Maddasion for mayor
Have you been at a Democratic caucus and wondered what was going on and why did it take so long to get registered and then wait for the action to begin?
The City of Clinton needs younger folks to step forward and become involved in city government. While I appreciate the fact that we have had someone new toss his hat in the ring for mayor of Clinton, I do not believe that jumping into the deep end of the pool before learning to swim is a good idea.
From military cemeteries in France, the Pacific and United States, our freedoms have a cost of young lives. When you see a veteran, being from the “greatest generation” to veterans from the new generation, say thank you to them for what they have done for our freedom and lives. Even the pres…
For more than 20 years, the YWCA has set aside one week in October as a Week Without Violence – a global movement with YWCAs around the world to end violence against women and girls. From Oct. 14 to 18, YWCAs throughout the U.S. hold events, share information and stories, advocate, and more …
Bernie Holtkamp, Marty Jahn, Neil Rickertsen and Tom Klahn make the best barbecue pork you’ve ever tasted. They do it out of their love for barbecue and dedication to Camanche, Clinton, DeWitt, and the surrounding area. They have served as the barbecue “masters” of the United Way of Clinton …
As an Iowan who began farming over 30 years ago, I realize that dealing with down markets and uncertain weather is part of the job. Many factors important to a successful crop can be completely out of our hands. However, a bureaucratic agency in Washington, D.C. should not be one of them.
Think about switching to geothermal
Three Democratic candidates for president, Julian Castro, Cory Booker and Marianne Williamson, have declared support for the idea of slavery reparations. A number of others have said they’d vote for a bill sponsored by Rep. Sheila Jackson-Lee to create a Commission to Study and Develop Repar…
Paying tribute to great people in one’s life never goes out of style, but Fulton’s community foundation, FACE, has a challenge match underway that makes it a particularly beneficial time to honor someone important or to remember someone dearly missed.
There is no doubt that our right to vote is at the top of the list of our citizen privileges.
Think before replacing Clinton High School
The Clinton High School Athletic Booster Club would like to thank the Clinton County Development Association for generously contributing to the funding of recent improvement projects that were put in place throughout the 2018-2019 athletic seasons.
Are you aware that vaping has become an epidemic among teens? While the rate of teen cigarette smoking is going down, the number of teenagers who are vaping is rising rapidly, and the truth about vaping health risks is becoming apparent.
Over a century ago, as the lumber mills were being removed from Clinton's riverfront, it was a stroke of genius that the construction of Riverfront Park started.
I was shocked and very disappointed to read the August 29 edition of the Clinton Herald stating that the Clinton City Council has scheduled a public hearing on September 10 to sell a portion of Riverview Park property to a Cedar Falls company called Merge for commercial/residential property …
Kudos to Grassley for speaking out against International Price Index
At the end of the last school year, I received letters and emails from students who were tasked with contacting a local legislator and advocating for an issue that is important to them. One was from Blake Peterson, a fifth grade student in Mrs. Twist’s class at Northeast Community School Dis…
The year was 1919. Notice how the numbers repeat themselves? In that very special year Congress established an Act To Establish The Grand Canyon National Park, The Barnum and Bailey Circus merged with Ringling Brothers Circus, Harry Houdini stared in “The Grim Game,” and The Treaty of Versai…
Thank you Nelson Corp. for sponsoring the fabulous Clinton Area Showboat Theatre production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."
In January, legislation was introduced in Congress that would prohibit any president of the United States from conducting a “first-use nuclear strike,” unless such an attack had been authorized by a prior declaration of war by Congress.
I want to share how important the Vinson H. Jetter Back To School event is to our community.
If you have ever helped organize a large event you know it takes a lot of organizing, communicating and an army of volunteers.
When Senator Joni Ernst first ran for the U.S. Senate she said she was going “to make them squeal.” Who has she made squeal since she went to Washington? Iowans.
After the winter and spring we have had thus far, I cannot think of a better way to get out of the house, enjoy some sunshine, and support our community! The time has come for the annual KROS 1340 AM Golf Outing.
As you have been walking along the Clinton river front, you may have noticed red in the sidewalk cracks. This is red sand placed by the Human Trafficking Coalition.
Clinton lost 6 percent people and jobs in 2018 and that is not good.
Senator Joni Ernst recently came to town as part of her 99-county tour of Iowa. I was one of the 60 or so folks who came to Clinton Middle School to listen, ask questions and listen again.
Apology Required: (Fireworks: Fire Chief, Police Chief and City Council Failing Grade)
After reading about the coverage of Sen. Ernst's visit to Clinton on Monday, I would like to address on a comment made by one of the attendees. No Mr. Van Zee,the Democrats are not party that is interested only in obstruction.
We would like to take the time to thank everyone who attended the meeting for completion of Highway 30, from Lisbon to DeWitt with four lanes, that took place in Clarence.
With summer now upon us, many of us think back fondly on our summer escapades. We counted down the days until school let out for summer break, and we planned how we would spend our entire summer with our friends. Images of tree forts, lemonade stands, backyard camping, swimming pools, and sl…
Kudos to the Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center director, board and the many volunteers who made a wonderful experience for everyone who came to Felix Adler Day and explored all there is to do at this wonderful museum.
The Fulton Kiwanis Club provided a food booth during Felix Adler Day, with all the proceeds being donated to the Felix Adler Children's Discovery Center in Clinton. The mission of Kiwanis is "To Serve the Children of the World." Discovery Center Director Sarah Lind, the Board of Directors an…
It is unfortunate that our State Legislature didn't have the foresight to see the tangled mess they would create by leaving the door open for Iowa cities to make the determination of allowing fireworks to be sold.
I plan to donate my time and efforts on refurbishing the "Welcome to Lyons Shopping District" mural at the corner of Main Avenue and North Second Street at 9:30 a.m. Saturday (rain date will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday June 29).
On behalf of the Morrison Community Hospital Foundation Board of Directors, we would like to thank all 182 people who attended our ground-breaking celebration.
Last year, I submitted a letter to the Clinton Herald introducing the newly formed group Hope In Action. The individuals participating in this team are motivated by their faith values to enact changes in the City of Clinton to improve the lives of all citizens. The overall goal is to strive …
Despite many attempted proposals, bills, and votes for comprehensive immigration reform, none have yet become law.
Friday, June 7, the first Friday of June, is Salvation Army Donut Day. On June 7, local Salvation Army volunteers will be delivering donuts to our brave first responders throughout the Clinton community. Where did the donuts come from? Why do we do this?
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Robert "Bob" Ziegler, 86, Albany, IL died Tuesday, November 19th. Family and friends will gather from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Immaculate Conception Church, Fulton. See Bob's full obit at www.papefh.com.
Jacqueline Welch 91 of Clinton, died Monday Nov. 18, 2019 at Genesis Medical Center DeWitt. Cremation rites will be accorded. Graveside service 11:00 AM Saturday Nov. 23rd at Clinton Lawn Cemetery. Pape Funeral Home assisting the family.
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