Along the Mississippi

My personal Substack

The nexus between extreme weather events and climate change - we will be connecting the dots between the two and why it matters to you.

These are short discussions of various aspects of American politics in particular and the nature of politics and political affairs generally.

Culture, cars and sailing from a Detroit Free Press contributing columnist who writes about stuff people may not realize is fascinating.

Thoughts on government transparency, politics and civic affairs written weekly -- and sometimes, weakly -- by a longtime advocate for government transparency.

Uncensored columns from an exiled newspaper man

Stories from the front lines of Iowa's mental healthcare crisis and beyond

A unique perspective on public affairs built on commentary, historical perspective, and subject matter that is deeply researched.

Stories (and questions) about Midwestern lives, including my own.

Musings and observations on sports, gardening, travel — and anything else I care to write about.

My personal Substack

This column consists of Letters to the Editor of the Iowa Writers' Collaborative.

An award-winning Iowa journalist's observations on politics, current events, family and some random things, too.

The history and science behind agriculture, water, and our food systems.

My personal Substack

Exploring Iowa, the "Land Between Two Rivers," through history, road trips, and more. Posts appear about every 10 days.

Join me on my travels in Iowa outdoors.

Writing about confluence of agriculture and environment from the heart of the big ag beast here in Iowa

Where you'll discover great food finds and the best restaurant experiences in Des Moines.

“Politics isn’t won by commanding the facts, but by connecting with people’s experiences.” – Milo Yiannopoulos. “The compassionate actions of its members most accurately measure the greatness of a community.” – Coretta Scott King Finding humanity in all

Essays and explorations on the creative life in the Midwest.

Born in Saigon, Vietnam. Nearly lifelong Iowan writing about people, places, and things.

Connect with the Latino communities in Iowa.

Column of news and observations from the Waterloo-Cedar Falls and greater Cedar Valley area.

I write about the importance of simply showing up.

Adventures in travel, food and fun. And Iowa sports, of course.

In this space, I’ll write about the people, places, and learnings that have helped to shape me and my journey here in Iowa.

Diverse people voice their opinions for the Iowa Writers Collaborative

Stories from along the thoroughfare and down the side streets, too

Current events, rural living/consumer issues, women's challenges, Iowa life

science, society, stories

Highlighting Black triumph from the West Coast to the Midwest - and beyond. Posting multimedia stories about small Black-owned businesses.

Consistently ahead of the curve political commentary and analysis

Consider this a warning: I write about whatever inspires me. It's random, I know.

Reflections on change and transformation.

A place to make meaning through writing, meditation and miracles. Discover how the thoughts you think, the stories you tell, and the way you look at life determine the world you live in.

How to be a more informed news consumer and understand why journalists do what they do

Black Iowa News is an independent news platform designed to highlight Black perspectives, showcase the Black community and amplify the voices of Black Iowans — online and in print.

...Iowa, small towns, and saddle shoes

A tale of two homesteads, one among the Amish, the other in Connemara, Ireland. A serialization of a new book of non-fiction.

A view from rural America: immigration, agriculture, environment, politics

Fourth-generation Iowa journalist dives deep with unpredictable, well-reported writing on rural America's people, politics and culture.

News and information about the Okoboji Writers' Retreat, September 19, 20, and 21.

Where you get in-depth coverage and exclusive reporting about Iowa politics

Professional political analysts discuss Iowa politics with refreshing, in-depth conversations with Iowa Writers' Collaborative members.

Linking readers and professional writers who care about Iowa.

The politics and culture of Iowa, the Midwest, and beyond.

On Iowa sports, life on the Upper Mississippi and other subjects.

A newspaper column providing a weekly dose of humor.

I dive into the the economics of growing food, give you the dirt on the politics of agriculture and occasionally share a funny tale from our ranch, Whippoorwill Creek Farm.