Opinion

‘Under the Rainbow’

Published by admin on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 2:02pm

To Monticello Veterans,

We sat under the rainbow

A long long time ago,

On top of the hillside

Where the lilies-of-the-valley grow.

We watched the shadows in the clouds

A long long time ago,

As they played hide-and-seek

Giving us an entertaining show.

We laughed, held hands

A long long time ago,

Not far from a creek

Where the sparkling waters flow.

Taxpayers should not be responsible for poor contractor work

Published by admin on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 2:01pm

To the Editor, 

As a lowly taxpayer, I have come to understand we seem to be having a tough time getting what we pay for from contractors. 

Thank and honor a veteran every day of the year

Published by admin on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 3:21pm

While I obviously take pride in my work here at the Monticello Express, interviewing veterans is one thing I not only take pride in, but I cherish. 

You see, I am a product of the military. Both of my parents served in the U.S. Army, my mom doing so just after she graduated from high school in the ‘70s. It’s ingrained in me to respect our veterans, to thank them for their service, and to honor them for their sacrifice. 

Help show support for Iowa’s farmers

Published by admin on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 3:19pm

To the Editor, 

Iowans need to speak up for our farmers, and against federal policies that endanger Iowa agriculture, our biofuels industry, and our rural economy. 

A proposed rule from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency could cripple rural America by weakening the Renewable Fuel Standard. 

Local healthcare

Published by admin on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 3:19pm

To the Editor, 

Residents of Jones County and surrounding areas are fortunate to have convenient access to Jones Regional Hospital for lab tests, exams performed by specialists, full range of therapies and scheduled surgeries. The hospital has the latest diagnostic tools, often eliminating a need of traveling to a larger hospital. 

Veterans Day, a reminder to us all

Published by admin on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 3:18pm

To the Editor,

A special day, set aside

For those who pay the cost

In service to the land they love

Though their life could be lost

They proudly raise their hand and swear:

“This I will defend”

Then take their place wherever sent

Standing fast until the end

They don’t ask for special thanks

Nor do they hesitate

But stand their post no matter what

Fact-checking online political ads

Published by admin on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 12:56pm

Fake online politics 

Kudos to the co-founder and CEO of Twitter, Jack Dorsey, for staying out of the political arena as we near the 2020 Presidential Election. 

Last week, Dorsey announced that Twitter would start banning all political ads. Dorsey said political messaging should be earned, not bought. 

Rural broadband is key to 21st Century success

Published by admin on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 12:55pm

When was the last time that you unfolded a map for directions before a road trip or required a postage stamp to send a photograph to a friend? 

Words on Wellness

Published by admin on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 12:14pm

Why you might need more potassium 

If you read Nutrition Facts labels, you may have noticed they now list the potassium content of foods. So why is potassium a mineral we need to pay attention to? 

‘The Promise’

Published by admin on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 12:13pm

In the world of care giving, oftentimes, promises are made that are almost impossible to keep. If you are a caregiver, you may have been faced with a plea from your loved one to make “The Promise.” Promise you will never — 

• Put him/her in a nursing home 

• Bring strangers into the house to care for him/her 

• Sell his/her house 

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