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I remember the first nurse I ever met. She slapped my little butt when I was born. Then she took one look at me and slapped my mother. That story is obviously so much baloney, but I’ve enjoyed telling it for the past 50 some years. Actually, I like nurses and have great respect for the nursing profession. I read recently that National Nurses’ Week is the first full week of May. Many of the appointments in my Google calendar these days begin with “Dr.” so I’m seeing more nurses now than ever. My first real recollection of a nurse is of Mrs. Norris, the office nurse for ...

He recommends Alex Pruismann for Hamilton Co. sheriff

To the editor: I have known Alex for almost a decade and want to recommend him for the position of sheriff of Hamilton County. What I see in Alex is probably what everyone sees. But for those of you who don’t know him, he is a stand up guy! The personality traits that I see in Alex and what would make him a great sheriff are: leadership, integrity, honesty, fairness, conscientiousness and a sense of humor. He has an even temperament that is essential and believes in a collaborative atmosphere. He will listen to others and take all things into consideration if warranted, but can ...

Thank you for Slumber Pawty Success!

To the editor: All of us at Hamilton County Animal AdvoCATes wish to express our deepest gratitude to this wonderful community that made our first annual Slumber Pawty fundraiser at The Cat Hut such a resounding success! Through the generosity and support of sponsors, donors, and participants we raised over $13,000 that will make a significant difference in the lives of countless feline friends in need. Specifically, the funds raised cover almost four months of vet bills! It was truly inspiring to have so many people come together with a shared purpose: to help cats, caregivers, ...

Standing guard in Our Neighborhood

There are times when life just has to be put in perspective. Yes, today is windy … but the sun is shining and 54 degrees is not so bad for April in Iowa. The front page of the Daily Freeman for August 8, 1963, has a main story about 20 to 30 men robbing a train in England and getting away ...

Retired Iowa Falls police chief supports Alex Pruismann

To the editor: Alex Pruismann started his law enforcement career with the Iowa Falls Police Department. Alex quickly developed into a dedicated and caring officer with exceptional law enforcement skills. Alex left Iowa Falls PD to return to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office to work in the community he grew up in. This move was undoubtedly our loss and Hamilton County's gain. If elected to sheriff, Hamilton County would be getting an extremely skilled law enforcement leader with a passion for his job and his community. If I was a resident of Hamilton County I would definitely vote ...

Pruismann will make an ideal Hamilton County sheriff

To the editor: Alex Pruismann has been a friend for over 15 years, ever since we worked at Shoppers Supply in Webster City together. He was then and is now always willing to listen and talk, even tough conversations. He is hardworking, also has compassion and empathy but knows he has a job to do for the citizens of Hamilton County. He will make an ideal sheriff to represent our county. Christian Austin Webster City