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The increasing secrecy by Iowa law enforcement and their lawyers about identifying people by name raises important questions underlying public confidence in the critical work of first-responders. The …
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By Randy Evans
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1/24/24
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Iowa lawmakers are gathering once again in Des Moines for another year of debating and passing legislation.
The democratic process is something America prides itself on and one that requires …
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By Jillian Linster, interim policy director, Center for Rural Affairs
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1/24/24
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The curse didn’t touch this movie. A new addition to the A24 list, “The Iron Claw,” is also a new addition to my five-star movie list.
I have only given 35 of my 2,323 watched …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/24/24
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I was flabbergasted at a recent post on social media that listed words that have fallen out of use over time. This awakened childhood memories. Yessirree, Bob! Dad often made it clear that we never …
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By DeAnn Kruempel
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1/17/24
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Where?
Anywhere that celebrates that Jesus’ resurrection rescues us from sin and believes God is powerfully working today. Since people are flawed, every church congregation has problems. …
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1/17/24
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The first horror release of 2024 is here. Hitting theaters Jan. 5, Bryce McGuire’s “Night Swim” rang in the new year with a jump scare. With producers Jason Blum and James Wan, this …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/17/24
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Missouri Valley Big Reds family, the school district needs your help! I am writing with deep concern about Governor's Reynolds ' Condition of the State address where she has laid out her …
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By Superintendent Christi Gochenour
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1/17/24
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Last Thursday, something we’ve watched happen far too often in this country happened in Perry, Iowa.
When I say “watched,” I mean it. I’m guilty of it, too. After each …
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By Aaron Hickman - news@enterprisepub.com
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1/10/24
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“ A new year is like a blank book, it has 12 chapters and 365 pages, and you are the author. My wish for you is that this year you write the most beautiful story possible for yourself.”
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By DeAnn Kruempel
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1/10/24
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Like many Iowans, my thoughts have been rather chaotic since the horrible news from Perry High School last week. The events were so sad and senseless. A 17-year-old student was dead, having shot …
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By Randy Evans
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1/10/24
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Generation Z has given the new year a new name — 2024 (for) the plot. Emphasizing their acts toward creating a chaotic and unforgettable year. I can get behind the name, but for different …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/10/24
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“ Hey, Buddy, what do you say?” My heart smiles every time I hear this or a similar phrase from a parent who is teaching his or her child good manners.
My siblings and I may have …
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By DeAnn Kruempel
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1/3/24
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We Iowans apparently have been kidding ourselves. Somehow, as we focus on taxes, water quality and allegations of big-government overreach, as we wrestle with immigration, inflation, drug abuse, …
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By Randy Evans
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1/3/24
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2023 marked 100 years since the Iowa Legislature created the position of Iowa Secretary of Agriculture. In that time, fifteen different Iowans have had the opportunity to lead the talented team at …
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By Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig
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1/3/24
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Netflix’s recent release, “Leave the World Behind,” has divided movie buffs across the world. From its title scene to the question-filled ending, Sam Esmail’s new film has …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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1/3/24
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Over the last few weeks, I have been asking people what their favorite childhood movie they still enjoy is. Of course, the results varied, but many family-friendly movies later, I have picked my …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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12/27/23
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I really should not be surprised by some comments that represent what passes for civic dialogue in Iowa these days. The latest example leaves me shaking my head, not just at the events themselves but …
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By Randy Evans
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12/27/23
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At last, they had made it! The three brushed the layer of dust from their fine robes and opened their travel bags. Caspar removed a shiny piece of gold. Melchior found the bundle of frankincense. …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/27/23
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City leaders in Davenport have forgotten that city government there belongs to the people. It does not belong to the folks who were elected to city offices. This reminder is necessary because of a …
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By Randy Evans
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12/20/23
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“ How much longer ‘til Christmas?” Mom likely grew tired of my incessant question; it seemed to me like Christmas would NEVER come!
“ It’s only two weeks …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/20/23
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Only six months ago, I was certain I wasn’t going to see the new year. As I stared at the ceiling of my hospital room for the fourth day in a row, I was only hoping I would leave the room …
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By MaKayla Polak - studio@enterprisepub.com
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12/20/23
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Each journalist has a short list of stories they’ve written that either really resonated with them or that they felt they did a pretty good job on.
Some people may not fully grasp this, …
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By Aaron Hickman - news@enterprisepub.com
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12/20/23
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I stomped the snow off my boots and opened the door to the kitchen. “Mom, I got the mail. Looks like we got nine Christmas cards!” Mom’s face lit with a smile as she took the bundle …
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By DeAnn (Wolkow) Kruempel
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12/13/23
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Folks, it’s not the night before Christmas just yet, but through the halls of Washington, not a creature is stirring – not even a mouse.
That’s because federal employees have …
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By Senator Joni Ernst
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12/13/23
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As an avid rewatcher of “The Meg,'' I thought it would only be fitting for me to review its counterpart, “Meg 2: The Trench,'' which I put in my watchlist the minute I heard of its …
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By MaKayla Polak
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12/13/23
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