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House Republican Newsletter

Published by admin on Wed, 04/29/2020 - 10:21am

When Should Iowa Reopen the Economy?

     Ever since the COVID-19 outbreak first made its way to Iowa, our families, small businesses, and communities have been impacted in ways they have never been. In this era of social distancing and uncertainty, many have lost their jobs and businesses have had to shut their doors (some have done so for good).

The news is always changing

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:47pm

     We are all living in unprecedented times right now. Our daily lives have been upended due to the widespread outbreak of coronavirus. We go to work, whether in-person (if essential) or remotely. We stay home. We leave to go to the store. If the weather is nice, we make an effort to get some fresh air. That’s about it…

     And it seems like the news impacting Iowans changes every day.

When puzzle sales soar during a pandemic

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:47pm

     How many puzzles have you completed while staying home during COVID-19?

Thank God

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:46pm

To the Editor,

     I received an urgent call around 9 p.m. last Thursday that my brother, Ernie, was missing and was last seen at 5:15 that morning.

     On the fast trip to the family farm, we made several phone calls. Vicar Holly Himes Knouse, from the S.S. Peter and Paul Lutheran Church, prayed with us. Student Pastor Frank Shepherd, from the Scotch Grove Presbyterian Church, called us back for directions to the sight to pray with us and help search.

Jeff Swisher is a proven leader for Jones County

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:46pm

To the Editor,

     I am writing this letter in support of Jeff Swisher for Jones County Supervisor.

     I have known and worked closely with Jeff Swisher for over 20 years. This gave me the unique opportunity to get to know the real person behind the badge. He has great integrity and the rare ability to connect with people no matter their situation or background. Jeff treated people fair and was popular with the public, even when honesty wasn’t what they wanted to hear.

Wayne Manternach dedicated to role as county supervisor

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:45pm

To the Editor and voters in Jones County Supervisor District 1,

Vote for Jeff Swisher on June 2

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:45pm

To the Editor,

     There is an important election upon us. No, it is not the Presidential Election; it’s much closer to home than that. It is for a position with the Jones County Board of Supervisors.

     On June 2, 2020, Jeff Swisher will have his name on the ballot for a seat on the Jones County Board of Supervisors. This position needs to be held by someone who knows our communities. Someone who knows the people, their concerns, needs, and can formulate a plan to solve situations that arise.

House Republican Newsletter

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:44pm

Region 6

     Based upon outbreaks in long-term care facilities, severity of the illnesses, and the rate of hospitalization in Region 6 of Iowa’s Regional Medical Coordinator Center, the region has been elevated to a level 10 on the assessment scale that is being used by the Governor and the Department of Public Health.

     Region 6 includes Allamakee, Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Clayton, Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette, Grundy, Howard, Jones, Linn, and Winneshiek counties.

Vote safe Jones County

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:43pm

     You’ve likely been hearing many news reports, etc. regarding plans to address voting for the June 2 Primary Election in Iowa during this COVID-19 public health emergency. Specifically, here are the plans we are developing for voting in JONES COUNTY in 2020.

Pamela A. Streeper Nov. 1, 1948 – April 17, 2020

Published by admin on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 3:24pm

      Pamela A. Steeper, 71, of Langworthy, died Friday, April 17, 2020 at her home surrounded by family.

      Pam was born Nov. 1, 1948, in Rock Falls, Ill., the daughter of Walter and Pauline Schueler.  She married Gene Streeper on Sept. 30, 1967 in Rock Falls.  Together they made their home in Langworthy.  Pam worked at Orbis and MedPlast factories in Monticello.  She loved to cook and bake which led to her waitressing, cooking, and bartending at Darrell’s in Monticello and Tom’s Tap in Cascade until her health began to fail.

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