There’s something about the Gibson train display that adds to the magic of A Christmas Past.

Soapbox Philosophy: Shutdown drama unwelcome before Christmas holiday
by Gregory R. Norfleet · Opinions/Editorials · December 24, 2024
Earlier last week, we heard nothing about a partial government shutdown.

Guest Column: Christmas Past invokes many memories from my childhood
by Martha Moore Davis · Opinions/Editorials · December 24, 2024
On a spring afternoon, Dad brought home a baby raccoon from a felled tree on a neighbor’s farm.

City Lights: Prosperity Pathway: Entering new phase of growth
by Adam Kofoed, WB City Administrator · Opinions/Editorials · December 11, 2024
Something remarkable is happening in West Branch — we are thriving.

Consider Christmas gift to MSWB: Your support
by Jessi Simon, MSWB Executive Director · Opinions/Editorials · December 04, 2024
As we approach the close of another year, I find myself reflecting on the incredible momentum and progress we’ve shared in 2024. Together, we’ve embraced challenges, celebrated successes, and strengthened the vibrant spirit that makes West Branch so special.

Cedar Valley Voices: Rural residents conned into voting for Trump
by Mike Johnson · Opinions/Editorials · December 04, 2024
Was election 2024 a case of buyer’s remorse?

Letter: We must fight to keep education, rights, and more
Opinions/Editorials · December 04, 2024
Fellow citizens, after two hundred and fifty years of progress as a democratic republic in search of a more perfect union, our nation is facing its gravest threat. How we react to this threat will determine the future of our Constitutional democracy as well as the future of the world our children will inherit.

Editorial: Drawing a Thanksgiving picture
Opinions/Editorials · November 27, 2024
It is important that Thanksgiving comes before Christmas, allowing us to assume a posture of gratitude before the gifts come along.

Why ‘photo illustration’ instead of photo credit?
by Gregory R. Norfleet · Opinions/Editorials · November 27, 2024
This week’s West Branch Times includes a story about Browns Family of Dealerships making more than $14,000 in donations to two local charities.

Letter: Democracy works: Lessons of 2024 election
Opinions/Editorials · November 20, 2024
Democracy Works!

Letter: Will Kaufmann name some an ‘enemy’ within?
Opinions/Editorials · November 13, 2024
More than 6,700 people voted for Democrat Phil Wiese.

Main Street Matters: Ladies Night Out returns for holiday season
by Jessi Simon, MSWB Executive Director · Opinions/Editorials · November 06, 2024
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to get in the festive spirit than with a shopping spree at Ladies Night Out: Holiday Edition in downtown West Branch!