The little pump dispenser sat on the sink in my bathroom for more than a month before I noticed the label. I hadn't read it at the store; just pulled the liquid hand soap off the shelf and threw it into my cart without paying much attention. Hand soap is hand soap, right?It turns out I hit the ...
Everyone feels the need for speed. People love feeling the wind in their hair whether it be young teenagers or men having a midlife crisis or old ladies putting the pedal to the medal. Driving fast is a fun way to get around and feeling the power of the car gives one an emotional high. Whether ...
There isn't much that makes my husband nervous. Heck, he's raised four teenagers, which included teaching three of them (so far) to drive. Anyone who can do that can do anything. Or practically anything.I'm confident in him. He isn't. Not always. Not last weekend. Not when it comes to new ...
Traer is envied by a lot of communities that don't have a municipal utility. Why is that? Reliable electric service. Financial support, participation and leadership.Just look back and remember these three weather events.The ice storm in 2007. Customers of TMU had power restored through the ...
A yes vote does not determine that the gas franchise is a good deal for Traer. A yes vote is required so we can find out the sum of money NEEDED to pay Alliant for the pipes and meters. The question then is will the income from gas bills we pay be enough to pay off the cost of the gas bond used ...
I am a little confused. A letter addressed to my address was received with no return address. And, it had a preprinted label like it was from TMU or City of Traer. The writer states "I am writing to you today..." but the typed closing is "Supporters of Citizens for Traer's Future." So, who is ...
Q: How can interested Iowans apply for admission to a U.S. military academy?A: As a U.S. Senator, it is a privilege to nominate young Iowans for admission to our nation's prestigious U.S. military service academies. The highly competitive process is a testament to the tremendous pool of ...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a great time to refresh your knowledge of the disease. As more research is done and advancements are made, it can be difficult to determine the latest and most trusted information on breast cancer. Take the time to learn some common myths and facts ...
It's no secret; technology is changing the way we do things. I don't trust myself to get dressed in the morning before checking my weather apps (I have three). And I'm not sure how I survived prior to having the find my family app at my fingertips.But retailers are attempting to influence us in ...
CITIZENS FOR TRAER'S FUTURE. We're a group of Traer citizens who believe that LOCAL ownership and operation of the gas utility franchise is in the best interest of our community's future.The city of Traer is currently considering to undertake the process to reassert control of the natural gas ...