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My fellow Americans,
With the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), and the unprecedentedly disruptive actions taken by DOGE and President Trump in the name of government efficiency, one agency in particular has faced a bevy of attacks on their programs and mission: USAID....
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I’m thinking of taking some night classes.
Red Cross is teaching a class. Do you know CPR?
Of course. I know the entire alphabet.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. Harry...
Dear Savvy Senior,
What can you tell me about the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? My earned income stopped when I retired last March, so I’m wondering if I need to file a tax return this year.
Retired in 2024
Dear Retired,
Whether or not you are required to file...
In every classroom, there are students who stand out not only for their academic achievements but also for the way they improve on their character in and outside of the classroom. This article is dedicated to one such remarkable student, Victoria Madden, whose journey through fourth grade has been...
Hey friends,
It’s been another busy and productive week at the Capitol, but we started on a somber note.
Remembering Representative Martin Graber
We were deeply saddened by the passing of Representative Martin Graber last week. Many of us attended his visitation and funeral on Monday and Tuesday...
WEEK FOUR
On January 31, we lost a friend and colleague, Representative Martin Graber. Representative Graber served in the Iowa House from 2021-2025 for House District 100. He was active in the Iowa National Guard, served our country for over three decades and retired as a decorated brigadier...
Whatchagot Stew by Patrick F. McManus and Patricia “The Troll” McManus Gass is an interesting read. The cover declares it is “The Best-selling Memoir of an Idaho Childhood, with Recipes and Commentaries”. Published in 1989 by Henry Holt and Company, NYC, it was compiled by brother and sister...
An old shoebox, rescued from a dingy basement, had taken on a new life. Shiny red paper, a few decorations, a role of tape, and the dusty cardboard was transformed into a Valentine Box.
Exchanging valentines at our Valentine’s Day party was something we looked forward to every year, but this year...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I love Worcestershire sauce.
What’s so good about it?
It’s hard to say.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. The radio sang, “Everybody was Kung Fu fighting. Those cats were fast...
Dear Savvy Senior,
Can you offer me any tips on choosing and using a home blood pressure monitor? I just found out I have high blood pressure and my doctor recommended I get a home monitor so I can keep tabs on it.
Just Turned 63
Dear 63,
Everyone with high blood pressure (130/80 or higher)...