Open primary reform urged to aid Independents in Iowa
The Monticello Express editorial urges change to Iowa’s primary system, arguing Independents face obstacles under party voting rules. It notes registration deadlines, procedures for changing party affiliation at the polls, and historical open primary practices. It advocates an open primary to boost voter participation.
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Jones County Commissioner of Elections
Iowa
U. S
Atory
Ray Purcell
Roy Smith
Smith
Roy
Letters: Open primaries, voting stance, and local concerns
A reader argues against open primaries in Iowa, cites Independent status and party declaration hassle, and notes two local races. The letter questions 65‑foot trucks on rural roads, contemplates a landfill funding cap, and comments on election strategy and public policy.
Retirement wishes and community notes from Monticello residents
A Monticello reader thanks retiree Carl Schoon for trusted school bus service, while letters praise local officials, landfill costs, and community gardens. The piece also recalls Dr. Richard Wolken’s return to practice and honors the Monticello Garden Club for park care.
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Carl
Richard Wolken
DDS
Monticello
Monticello Garden Club
South City Park
John McDonald Hospital
Monticello Express honors and rate card
The Monticello Express a weekly newspaper serving Monticello and Jones county Iowa details publication origin official status and advertising rates. It lists subscription prices nationwide and in-state and service rates and outlines national and state awards across multiple categories.
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Monticello Express, Inc
Monticello
Iowa
Monticello Express
Jones County
Iowa Press Association
National Newspaper Association
American Newspaper Representatives, Inc
Joralemon Street
Brooklyn
N. Y
Iowa Press Advertising Service
Des Moines
Jones
Clinton
Cedar
Delaware
Dubuque
Jackson
Linn
United States
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