LETTER to the Journal: "Do you really think a future Republican Auditor would have to ask permission from those being investigated before proceeding?"
LETTER to the Journal: I was born and raised in Plymouth County and was saddened by the recent poll that showed a majority of the county's residents support Trump for a second chance at an insurrection.
MINI: "Is the USS Sioux City really being decommissioned? And here Joni Ernst said she would "make Washington squeal" by cutting waste and graft. I was proud to have donated for the vessel but now feel cheated ..." — Richard Roth, Sioux City
LETTER: "Thank you for writing about me in the Sioux City Journal. Or as Martin Short reminds us, "Thanks for remembering!" I enjoyed my recent trip to Iowa and I will certainly alert you and all regarding future visits."
"LETTER: I am writing to explore some of the issues I believe are happening downtown. My first and biggest issue is the skyway system. Don’t even get me started on the 5:30 p.m. closing time on Sundays. What the hell is that?"
LETTER: "Thanks much dude, for making law enforcement officials' hard work more difficult and for attempting to single-handily tarnish this tremendously positive event."
I just wanted to take a few minutes to let you know how moved I was Sunday when I went down by the river and by Riverside Park, auditorium, etc., and how clean it was, the RAGBRAI bike riders are respectful and never left any messes or garbage anywhere I looked. A very big shout out to you a…
THE MINI: What a great sight to enjoy as you drive Floyd Blvd. through Leeds. Old Glory flying from every light post on both sides. Reminds me we live in the United States... Not red or blue states. Keith Pease, Sioux City
Remember back in 2016 when Trump was elected president and the Democrats howled that he and his family would gain financially from being the president.
Attention Sioux City voters. Are you tired of voting for the "lessor of two evils?" Please take a look at some of the alternative candidates running for the office of President of the United States.
THE MINI: After another hot and humid day in Sioux City, with the heat index climbing well above 100 degrees Friday, we're thankful temperatures are expected to cool off this weekend. Let's hope the severe storms that moved into the region Friday night also subside. -- Journal Editorial Board
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THE MINI: I am shocked to read that State Rep. J.D. Scholten didn't attend the vote on the six-week abortion ban last week. He campaigned for years about making a difference but when we needed him, he was absent. He is a terrible disappointment. -- Morgan Gray, Sioux City
"During our five days in Sioux City, we did not have a bad experience at any place we visited. Thank you, Sioux City residents, for such a pleasant visit to your area. We will be back."
Letter to the Editor: From my lawn chair seat a bit east of the intersection of Third & Pierce streets, I was very disappointed with the spectators Wednesday evening for the annual River-Cade Parade.
Letter to the Editor: If you are interested in doing something to help those that were not rescued, please consider donating to Lila Mae’s House to support the critical work we do to help survivors know their life is worth saving.
Letter: "At the July 18 Woodbury County Board meeting, an entitled community activist calling herself "the native representative for this city" told the board we need to consult with "communities of color" before voting on an energy resolution."
Letter to the Editor: "So as I drive up Nebraska Street, I notice the Y has started to be torn down and it looks like it is about half done...and it has looked that way for a couple weeks."
MINI Editorial: Joe Biden just bought 3.5 million votes for 2024 with your tax dollars, by forgiving that many citizens' college debt of $84 billion. - John Kooiman, Orange City, Iowa
"There is no question, abortion is a very controversial subject. I have chatted with anti abortion friends and family, and know there is absolutely and positively no reasoning or negotiating with them, NONE. I have also visited with friends and family who support a woman’s right to choose. They seem to be more reasonable ..."
MINI Editorial: RAGBRAI is bringing thousands to Sioux City this weekend. The first impression is the lasting impression. Help clean up Sioux City, pick up litter/trash wherever you see it and dispose of it properly -- Rita Merrill, Sioux City
THE MINI: Iowa Public Service used to post a notice on the front page of The Sioux City Journal that street lights are for YOUR protection and YOU should call when you see one out. Now it's MidAmerican you should call at 888-427-5632. - R. E. Williams, Sioux City
Letter to the Editor: As long as housing remains too expensive in Sioux City, the problem of the unhoused is not going to go away.
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Letter to the Editor: Have some pride, too, in how sidewalks and the area by the street look. Please control the sour dock weeds. It's easy to control with broadleaf spray. I know you can do it, Sioux City, you can make the city look better.
Letter to the Sioux City Journal: Not a few Repubs live in their small world of fantasy and fascism: That Trump won the 2020 election; meanwhile, they embrace the “Stop the Steal” mantra. Outlandish conspiracy theories percolate like a witches’ brew.
THE MINI: I'm writing in regards to the homeless. If you have driven up Nebraska all you see is people sitting in the street. I've seen families walking, little babies in strollers. Why isn't anything being done to help? - Kimi Strassner, Sioux City
The Mini Editorial to the Journal: "Doesn't the State of Iowa have more important bills to pay than a special session? Can't they accomplish what they want this winter instead of blowing taxpayer money?"
Mini Editorial to the Journal: "The Secret Service knows exactly who is responsible for the cocaine found in the White House. It will take a brave whistleblower to come forward with the truth."
Letter to the Journal: All Iowa landowners, city or farm, should see danger in this rush to condemn private property for use by another private company that is NOT a utility.
Letter to the Journal: "President Biden’s BIG political lie to buy votes has been shot down – correctly – by the U.S. Supreme Court. Even former President Obama knew the cancellation of $430 billion of student debt was unconstitutional."
Letter to the Journal: Fourth of July celebrations are no longer the fun exciting thing of the past. Since the city began allowing fireworks in the city limits, it is a horrible, headache-inducing nightmare every year.