Dear Editor, Spring is upon us and summer is just around the corner! I have always favored this time of year. My mind starts to wander, daydreaming of all the outdoor activities I will do (or at least attempt) this season. Fishing, biking, lounging in the park, or simply walking around town ...

To the Editor,"Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone." These are the words to a song that I learned long ago in Sunday School as a child.Daniel was a young Jewish boy who was carried away into captivity when King Nebuchadnezzar over ran his country. Trained to live in the palace, he was ...

Letter to the Editor:I would like to bestow praise on the good, good people who serve in the Police Departments of Tama and Toledo. These people serve the communities without prejudice and as a professional and ordered body are the backbone of law and order.My dog broke loose and she ended up ...

Dear Editor:On April 23 South Tama High School will again host a Family Night -from 4-8 p.m. and I would like to take this opportunity to invite families to join us. This is a time for parents and guardians to vlsit with teachers about the learning that is happening in each classroom. We would ...

Dear Editor:Republicans who are worried about GAY marriage. Why don't you tell republicans like Dick Cheney stop raising your children to be GAY? Then you will not have to worry.D. A. BendaToledo

To the Editor:This week, schools, campuses and communities across the country celebrate National Library Week, a time to remind the public about the contribution libraries, librarians and library workers make to their communities everyday.In today's economy, libraries offer free resources to ...

Letter to the Editor:Protect Your ChildApril is the month Iowa recognizes child abuse prevention. While April gives many people time to reflect on positive changes in abuse prevention programs, it also highlights memories of personal experiences of abuse and of loved ones who have been hurt by ...

Editor:Thank you to all involved in the printing of the book "150 Years 1853-2003 of Toledo, Iowa".It hold precious memories and is a wonderful keepsake.Elaine ZiglerToledo

Letter to the Editor:A Little Good News Today!Our flags were all hung back in place. Our hearts again beat at a happy pace.Thank you Jennifer Kucera and your family for surprising us with YOUR American Flag to replace the one that was stolen. You and your family should be very proud, you are ...

Dear Editor:I would like to write and express appreciation to the committee for all their hard work to compile the Toledo, Iowa History Book, that was recently available at the Toledo City Clerk's office. What a legacy they have left us!I had always wanted to purchase one when they were ...