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- Should Iowa's fireworks laws be more strictly enforced?
- Who do you trust more and why: Scientists or clergy?
- How should the nation address its obesity problem?
- Do you agree with the Iowa State Fair's decision to honor Michael Jackson with a butter sculpture, and if not, who (or what) would have been a better choice?
- What band are you most looking forward to seeing at Saturday in the Park this year and why?
Today's Mini
If I see a couch potato on a front porch, can I call and have him or her removed?
Ronald W. Smith, Sioux City
Ronald W. Smith, Sioux City
Editorial
Lance Armstrong: He's someone to cheer for
One of this summer's more compelling sports stories is the quest by Lance Armstrong to win an eighth Tour De France.
One of this summer's more compelling sports stories is the quest by Lance Armstrong to win an eighth Tour De France.
America doesn't need another 'stimulus' bill
On Sunday, senior White House advisor David Axelrod said it's too early to know if more federal "stimulus" spending is necessary or if the Obama administration plans to seek more such money from Congress.
On Sunday, senior White House advisor David Axelrod said it's too early to know if more federal "stimulus" spending is necessary or if the Obama administration plans to seek more such money from Congress.
Letters to the Editor
Columnists
Mitch Pugh
- All Michael, all the time: It's bad
- Should media share blame for hateful rhetoric?
- A year later, Little Sioux tragedy resonates
- Interrogation photos: A tricky topic for media
- Web shows, crime map highlight online changes
Dean Krenz
- Red-light cameras: Good for Sioux City
- How to make money? Crank up the presses
- Here's what to expect from 'Government Motors'
- Once upon a time in America ...
- 'Clear thinking' beats 'soothing platitudes'
Lynn Zerschling
- ZERSCHLING: When planners start visioning, it's time for the dictionary
- Zerschling: Forgot to read your water meter? Prepare for sticker shock
- Zerschling: Latham Park oak tree sixth biggest in Iowa
- Zerschling: The odd, quirky all in a day's coverage
- Zerschling: Who wants to run for City Council?
Other Voices
- Sotomayor nomination: A victory for judicial activism
- Waxman-Markey bill: A 'declaration of war' on American producers
- Iowans 'deserve better' than Legislature gave them this year
- Legislature 2009: A session of 'big ideas and bold leadership'
- Despite 'difficult times,' Legislature prepares Iowa for 'stronger future'












