This column consists of Letters to the Editor of the Iowa Writers' Collaborative.

Spotlighting restorative justice and the human side of the courts. Not true crime, not legal advice. A non-lawyer's observations and aspirations on pursuing effective and equitable justice for all.

Reflections on change and transformation.

My interests are diverse: history, politics, current events, music, life experiences. I write about things that interest me, things I know about... often reflecting my (primarily) rural perspective.

A unique perspective on public affairs built on commentary, stories about real people, historical perspective, and subject matter that is deeply researched.

Current events, rural living/consumer issues, women's challenges, Iowa life

Writing about confluence of agriculture and environment from the heart of the big ag beast here in Iowa

Where you'll discover great food finds and the best restaurant experiences in Des Moines.

Linking readers and professional writers who care about Iowa.

Stories Showcasing the Remarkable Talents of Writers and Songwriters from Iowa and Beyond.

Bearing witness to the madness and the miracle. (Abundance means we get it all.)

The politics and culture of Iowa, the Midwest, and beyond.

Musings and observations on sports, gardening, travel — and anything else I care to write about.

Born in Saigon, Vietnam. Nearly lifelong Iowan writing about people, places, and things.

Consistently ahead of the curve political commentary and analysis

Thoughts on writing, life, and everything in between.

If Iowa had a group chat, this would be it. Hosted by Julie Gammack, this Substack blends independent journalism, lively opinion, and unexpected voices from across the state. Think potluck, but with more insight and fewer Crock-Pots.

If you are a person who often finds themself saying, "remember when?" and also "How were the 80s FORTY years ago?" then the Midsection is the place for you Join me for a stroll down memory lane, some GenX musings, and even a bit of fiction.

...Iowa, small towns, and saddle shoes

A view from rural America: immigration, agriculture, environment, politics

I write about making, mending, and finding beauty in the ordinary.

Fourth-generation Iowa journalist dives deep with unpredictable, well-reported writing on rural America's people, politics and culture.

Connect with the Latino communities in Iowa.

Flip Side - where seeing things differently can change everything. Flip your way to an extraordinary life.

In this space, I’ll write about the people, places, and learnings that have helped to shape me and my journey here in Iowa.

Loving God and Neighbor by Working for Immigration Reform.

Stories from along the thoroughfare and down the side streets, too

Learn more about the economics of farming, the dirt on the politics of agriculture and tales from our ranch, Whippoorwill Creek Farm.

Essays in defiance of certainty.

A weekly newsletter and video series from J.D. Scholten and Justin Stofferahn about how and why bad actors put politics and profits over working people.

Diverse people voice their opinions for the Iowa Writers Collaborative

A newsletter advancing a hopeful future from and through rural America.

Stories about gaps in mental health, social justice, crime, and more

Join me on my travels in Iowa outdoors.

We produce inspiring stories about Black entrepreneurs. We also write pieces on art, travel, and our experiences as a mission-driven film production company. Paid subscribers receive courses on storytelling, entrepreneurship and creativity.

How to be a more informed news consumer and understand why journalists do what they do

Reporting from the Midwest/midlife/meno beat.

Casting a wide net on family, humanity, politics and the search for balance from a former NY Times editorial writer. Author of "Saving Ellen: A Memoir of Hope and Recovery" (Skyhorse, Spring 2025)

Adventures in travel, food and fun. And Iowa sports, of course.

My personal Substack

What's happening in Siouxland? The perspective of a tech-savvy, Sioux City, Iowa-based news anchor prioritizing self care, mental health and a social life.

"Give a Piece a Chance." — Documentary Film. Books. Blog. Pie Classes. With a Pinch of Activism.

opinions on topics

Where you get in-depth coverage and exclusive reporting about Iowa politics

Exploring Iowa, the "Land Between Two Rivers," through history, road trips, and more. Posts appear about every 10 days.

Where writing and life meet—stories, reflections, and prompts to help you live more deeply and write more truly.

An award-winning Iowa journalist's observations on politics, current events, family and some random things, too.

Column of news and observations from the Waterloo-Cedar Falls and greater Cedar Valley area.

News and information about the Okoboji Writers' Retreat, September 19, 20, and 21.

Consider this a warning: I write about whatever inspires me. It's random, I know.