Amy Gilligan

RURAL AMERICA — Oftentimes, people approach me to mention something about a column I've written, sometimes quoting me, and even thanking me; to which I'll mumble a thanks, tell them they've made my day. Which they have. But, truthfully, I rarely remember ... See more

After eight years in the Iowa Senate, Republican Carrie Koelker continues to grow her leadership experience at the Capitol, where she says no two years have been the same. One similarity in all those years, though, has been a Republican trifecta of contro... See more

While crude oil gets most of the blame for today's sky-high gas and diesel prices, the refiners that turn crude into fuel have quietly been making a killing and driving up costs. According to the Energy Information Administration, refining accounted for n... See more

Dubuque County voters are represented in the Iowa House by two competent Republicans who will be on the ballot against knowledgeable Democratic opponents. Given the Republican control of the Iowa House, Senate and governor's seat in recent years, the stat... See more

For hundreds of thousands of Iowans, the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is more than a number. It's help at the grocery store. It's help keeping the lights on. It's help with the costs for everyday essentials that can stretch hous... See more