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Editorials

Slices of Life – He and mini-me

They are the same person, in two different-sized bodies, born a generation apart. They might have been twins, had they not been father and son. They are my husband and our youngest.They share similar personalities as well as a sharp sense of humor, affection for storytelling, tendency for ...

The Dengler Domain: Comebacks

Everybody loves a good comeback story. Many parts society fall to the way side as hip, new trends/better technology takes its place. While some parts fall for the good of society, other are tough to let go. I believe certain products/trends have a chance to make a comeback. Let's get ...

Q&A: Pension Oversight

Q: Why does our system of checks and balances matter?A: Our Constitution establishes three branches of government to create a system of checks and balances. This system is fundamental to hold government accountable to the people and protect individual freedoms, such as the right to own ...

An Apple for Iowa Teachers

Some parents may be relieved that the summer is drawing to an end and their children will soon be out of the house and back in the classroom. But more importantly, back to school time is an opportunity to reflect on the impact education has on the lives of our children. While we should keep ...

Q&A: Pension Oversight

Q: Why does our system of checks and balances matter?A: Our Constitution establishes three branches of government to create a system of checks and balances. This system is fundamental to hold government accountable to the people and protect individual freedoms, such as the right to own ...

An Apple for Iowa Teachers

Some parents may be relieved that the summer is drawing to an end and their children will soon be out of the house and back in the classroom. But more importantly, back to school time is an opportunity to reflect on the impact education has on the lives of our children. While we should keep ...

Slices of Life – He and mini-me

They are the same person, in two different-sized bodies, born a generation apart. They might have been twins, had they not been father and son. They are my husband and our youngest.They share similar personalities as well as a sharp sense of humor, affection for storytelling, tendency for ...

The Dengler Domain: Evolving Logos

A few months ago, I discussed my favorite past company logos. While I enjoyed finding and writing about many virtues, I found a more exciting exercise. I stumbled across a website called Logopedia. This wonderful website shows every logo a company has used throughout its business life. This ...

Slices of Life – The day after

It's over. The wedding. My daughter and her new husband tied the knot last Saturday in a whirlwind weekend of near perfection.The loving couple has been preparing for this for over a year. They were kind enough to allow me to enjoy an active role in the process.I am a planner by nature; my ...

Q&A: Alzheimer’s Disease

Q: What's the federal government's stake in seeking a cure for Alzheimer's disease?A: More than five million Americans today are living with Alzheimer's disease. Nearly two-thirds of these individuals are women. And unless medical breakthroughs are discovered to unlock causes and cures, the ...