Elections--Local
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1 | Meet the candidates: midterm edition Northern Iowan 119:20, p.1 |
Caroline Christensen gives a run down of the midterm candidates. The candidates include Kim Reynolds, Deidre Dejear, Chuck Grassley, Michael Franken, Liz Mathis, and Ashley Hinson; photo. | |
2 | Who is on the ballot? Northern Iowan 119:20, p.4 |
A page of the newspaper dedicated to stating the names, political parties, position, and photos of each candidate running in the Iowa midterm election; photo. | |
3 | Cedar Falls runoff election results Northern Iowan 118:26, p.1 |
The Cedar Falls mayoral runoff election results showed that incumbent Rob Green beat his opponent in a narrow margin of 97 votes; photo. | |
4 | Cedar Falls prepares for contested mayoral, city council runoff races Northern Iowan 118:23, p.1 |
Cedar Falls is having its run-off election for mayor and city council on November 30. The results of the school board elections and the rest of the city council positions were also shown; photo. | |
5 | Meet the candidates for Cedar Falls City Council Northern Iowan 118:14, p.1 |
The Cedar Falls City Council candidates are introduced, with the election taking place on November 2; photo. | |
6 | Meet Cedar Falls' mayoral candidates Northern Iowan 118:12, p.2 |
The author explains all three Cedar Falls' mayoral candidates' platforms: Rob Green, Tom Blanford, and Dave Sires; photos. | |
7 | A Country Divided: UNI reacts to Election Day Northern Iowan 117:23, p.1 |
UNI students and professors discuss the 2020 presidential election as well as the state-wide elections for the United States Congress. Both students and professors express their opinions on the uncalled race and the role of mail-in ballots; photo. | |
8 | Election Day: Where, how to vote Northern Iowan 117:22, p.2 |
Information about voting in the 2020 election; photo. | |
9 | 2020 Election Northern Iowan 117:14, p.8 |
The Northern Iowan staff reminds students how to vote in the upcoming election and gives brief summaries about ballot candidates; photos. | |
10 | Special election raises issues of PSO Northern Iowan 116:41, p.1 |
In the wake of council member Rob Green's resignation to serve as the mayor of Cedar Falls, the Cedar Falls City Council voted to have Nick Taiber fill the vacated seat. Cedar Falls residents petitioned to fill the at-large seat by special election; the petition was approved and the election will take place on March 24. Those on the ballot include Kelly Dunn, T.J. Frein, Fred Perrymann, Penny Popp, and LeaAnn Saul, but not Taiber. Taiber decided not to run due to controversy about potential implementation of a public safety officer (PSO) program. The PSO program, implemented in 2015, is a paid on-call proram to cross-train staff to assist police and fire safety efforts. Members of the community have argued against or in favor of the program based upon their views of its safety training. Taiber had led the council's decision to eliminate firefighter positions and replace them with PSOs; photo. | |
11 | Giddens will fight student voter suppression Northern Iowan 115:43, p.3 |
Eric Giddens, Democratic candidate for Iowa Senate District 30, pens a letter to the editor denouncing voter suppression and says he will work to increase voter participation. | |
12 | Special election brings early voting Northern Iowan 115:42, p.1 |
Early voting for the Iowa Senate District 30 special election will be on campus as the election date falls during Spring Break; photos. | |
13 | Votes in local elections matter Northern Iowan 115:10, p.3 |
In the author's opinion, it is important for students to vote in local elections. Wolf shares ways that local politics impact UNI and how to vote; photos. | |
14 | LTE: midterm elections matter Northern Iowan 115:2, p.3 |
Corbin, professor emeritus of marketing, discusses the importance of midterm elections and the possible impacts on issues; photo. | |
15 | Election results restore hope Northern Iowan 114:22, p.3 |
Opinion columnist Cobb recaps election results on the state and local level that occurred on Tuesday, November 7th; photo. | |
16 | Early satellite voting for UNI Northern Iowan 111:16, p.1 |
Student attending UNI are able to take part in early voting at the Maucker Union; photo | |
17 | UNI could sharply impact C. F. City Council elections Northern Iowan 110:10, p.1 |
Cedar Falls City Council elections are right around the corner. Students can participate in the Cedar Falls City Council election by voting on November 5. Column tells where each ward is located; photo. | |
18 | Don't get comfortable Northern Iowan 109:23, p.4 |
Column advises not to let recent political triumph cause us to turn a blind eye or deaf ear to the actions of the present government. Democratic victory is a relief, but is not end of the struggles we face as a nation. | |
19 | What really changes (a reflection on the effect of the election) Northern Iowan 109:23, p.4 |
Column underscores how citizens affect their own life by the choices they make and the relationships they experience. People should define for themselves what is most important and what does not change. | |
20 | Be an informed voter Northern Iowan 109:5, p.4 |
Take time to determine what really matters to you in the upcoming election. Are education, women's rights, or international problems high on your agenda? Examine Web sites, newspapers, and voting records of candidates. Young people need to vote; photo. | |
21 | Nov. 6: Mark the date Northern Iowan 109:2, p.7 |
Students urged to vote on November 6. Study the candidates and the issues. Remember elected officials make daily decisions that have an effect on our lives. VOTE !!! | |
22 | Meditations on the NISG masked vigilante Northern Iowan 108:43, p.4 |
The source of 225 tweets between February 10 and March 7 has not been identified. The tweets dealt with the NISG elections and the results. | |
23 | Campaigning continues with presidential debate Northern Iowan 108:39, p.1 |
Three slates of candidates are vying for the position of president and vice president of the student body. Maucker Union coffeehouse was the site of the debate; photo. | |
24 | Campaigning abroad Northern Iowan 108:35, p.4 |
Students studying abroad face major hurdles if running for office in the Northern Iowa Student Government. Getting on the ballot is very challenging. | |
25 | Challenge your potential president Northern Iowan 108:33, p.4 |
Students urged to ask tough questions of those running for NISG president. Would you trust them with your wallet? Ask them to come to your organization and answer questions. Ask their friends why they support the candidate. | |
26 | Mayor Crews wins reelection Northern Iowan 108:22, p.1 |
Jon Crews defeated Frank Darrah in the race for mayor of Cedar Falls. A candidate from Ward 4 did not receive the majority and will cause a possible run off election; photo. | |
27 | Wait, there was an election? Northern Iowan 108:22, p.5 |
Student voting in the satellite voting booth in the Union was very disappointing. Fewer than 100 students took advantage of this opportunity. This happened in spite of the challenger's promise to have a student sit on the council as a nonvoting member. | |
28 | Frank Darrah supports students Northern Iowan 108:21, p.5 |
Support for Frank Darrah in the race for mayor of Cedar Falls. | |
29 | Voting for justice(s) Northern Iowan 108:21, p.5 |
The Family Leader taken to task for 2010 campaign to vote out Iowa Supreme Court judges. Persons voting today urged to vote for leaders who have integrity and courage. | |
30 | Crews delivers results Northern Iowan 108:20, p.4 |
Cedar Falls industrial park, trail system, fiber optics system, local option sales tax, and award winning downtown mentioned as past accomplishments of Mayor Crews. Challenges are ahead that he can handle. | |
31 | From the archives Northern Iowan 108:20, p.11 |
Information from the November 3, 1992, Northern Iowan. | |
32 | Re-elect mayor Crews Northern Iowan 108:20, p.4 |
Professor Thomas Thompson supports Mayor Jon Crews for reelection. | |
33 | Vote for Wieland for Council at Large Northern Iowan 108:20, p.5 |
Current member of the Cedar Falls city council asks for the student vote in the upcoming election; photo. | |
34 | Take action on November 8 Northern Iowan 108:19, p.5 |
Students encouraged to participate in the upcoming elections. Groups are not mutually exclusive. They may have slight differences, but hopefully these can be put aside and groups work together; photo. | |
35 | Asking for support Northern Iowan 108:17, p.4 |
Jon Crews states his desire to be re-elected as mayor of Cedar Falls. He provides contact information and his Web site. Mayor Crews shares some ways the city has joined with the University on projects. | |
36 | Get to know the Fourth Ward candidates Northern Iowan 108:17, p.3 |
Jim Miller, Carol Hanson, Marie Schmidt, and Carol Cooper are running for the Cedar Falls city council from the Fourth Ward. This area includes the UNI campus. | |
37 | On-campus voting begins Northern Iowan 108:17, p.1 |
Students may cast their ballots for Cedar Falls city officials in Maucker Union for the next two days. Jon Crews, Frank Darrah, and Larry Quigley are running for mayor; photo. | |
38 | Marriage equality is at risk Northern Iowan 108:9, p.3 |
With the appointment of Swati Dandekar, her senate spot is up for a special election. Liz Mathis is the Democratic candidate. If you wins the Democrats will hold the majority in the Iowa Senate. | |
39 | What did it mean? Northern Iowan 107:23, p.1 |
Professor Donna Hoffman led a discussion forum on what messages were sent during the election of 2010; believes that there was no mandate this year and that negative ads are not well received by Iowa voters; photo. | |
40 | Life after the elections Northern Iowan 107:21, p.12 |
Readers urged to decide and think for themselves on key issues, even after the elections; photo. | |
41 | The voting bloc that could Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9 |
The case is made that students should vote in Cedar Falls. Their voice could make candidates take more seriously the concerns of students and the University. Students urged to get out and vote. Be informed; photo. | |
42 | Think Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9 |
Students urged to think before forwarding messages via E-mail that may or may not be true factual. Think before you vote. Become informed on the issues and where the candidates stand. VOTE. | |
43 | Letter to the editor Northern Iowan 107:16, p.12 |
Students urged to vote for Bob Kressig and Doris Kelly; for retention of the Iowa Supreme Court justices; and against the constitutional convention in the upcoming election. | |
44 | Are Dems doomed? Northern Iowan 107:15, p.9 |
With the mid term elections two weeks away, Democrats are fighting to hold the majority in the House and Senate. The high unemployment rate and weak economy are the focus of voters. The results will be interesting. | |
45 | Don't 'just' vote Northern Iowan 107:14, p.8 |
Students urged to make informed decisions when voting in November. Elected officials will determine the direction of the state. Listen, read, and examine their positions before you vote. | |
46 | Anderson and Hashman elected president, vice president of student body Northern Iowan 106:39, p.1 |
Election of officers for the Northern Iowa Student Government resulted in Joel Anderson and Emma Hashman named president and vice president. Sustainability is a primary focus of the pair. Other results noted; photo. | |
47 | Nick Taiber wins at-large race Northern Iowan 106:27, p.1 |
Nick Taiber won the run-off election for a seat on the Cedar Falls City Council. He was sworn in on December 14. | |
48 | On the issues: City Council at-large candidates Northern Iowan 106:23, p.4 |
Runoff election set for December 1. Gary Winterhof and Nick Taiber respond to questions; photo. | |
49 | Cedar Falls City Council runoff election Northern Iowan 106:22, p.4 |
December 1 is the date for the runoff election between Nick Taiber and Gary Winterhof. Neither candidate earned the needed fifty per cent of the vote; photo. | |
50 | NISG promotes Diversity First Initiative Northern Iowan 106:19, p.1 |
Northern Iowa Student Government met with Cedar Falls city council candidate, filled election commission openings, learned of an upcoming diversity retreat, and approved a resolution on Veteran's Day observance. | |
51 | Winterhof, a man of integrity Northern Iowan 106:19, p.6 |
Supports Gary Winterhof in the upcoming Cedar Falls election. | |
52 | City candidates confront issues Northern Iowan 106:18, p.1 |
Conversation among municipal candidates covered little dealing with the university or students. Some candidates did support a student liaison sitting at the table; without voting privileges. | |
53 | Candidates for Cedar Falls mayor have kitchen conversation Northern Iowan 106:17, p.5 |
Jon Crews, Dave Sires, and Gage Rewerts were hosted by Anelia Dimitrova at a kitchen conversation following church services. | |
54 | UNI student runs for mayor Northern Iowan 106:17, p.10 |
Commentary on the upcoming Cedar Falls mayoral election; student Gage Rewerts is a candidate. | |
55 | Cedar Falls City Council candidates tout experience, address issues Northern Iowan 106:16, p.3 |
Three men vie for an open seat on the Cedar Falls City Council. City Hall was the site for an open forum for voters to get to know the candidates and their positions on the issues. | |
56 | Satellite voting available to students in Maucker Union Northern Iowan 106:16, p.1 |
Voters unable to go to the polls on November 3 could have voted in Maucker Union on Thursday, October 22. | |
57 | Cedar Falls Mayor Jon Crews seeks 13th term Northern Iowan 106:9, p.2 |
Cedar Falls mayor seeks reelection. The university is a vital part of Cedar Falls, according to Jon Crews. | |
58 | UNI student runs for Cedar Falls mayor Northern Iowan 106:6, p.1 |
A city council member's comment calling UNI students tourists was "the straw that broke the camel's back" for Gage Rewerts. He has filed papers to have his name placed on the ballot for mayor. | |
59 | Adam and Jake elected NISG president and vice president Northern Iowan 105:43, p.1 |
Results of the Northern Iowa Student Government elections and commentary; photo. | |
60 | NISG election postponed Northern Iowan 105:39, p.1 |
Early campaigning controversy, trials, and appeals force the postponement. | |
61 | Statement from the candidates Northern Iowan 105:39, p.4 |
Northern Iowa Student Government candidates outline reasons for the delay in the election; express regrets to the student body. | |
62 | Timeline of events Northern Iowan 105:39, p.1 |
Chronology of events leading to the postponement of the election for the Northern Iowa Student Government. | |
63 | NISG elections may be postponed Northern Iowan 105:38, p.1 |
Due to two cases pending before the Supreme Court, the election for student body president and vice-president will be held March 10 and 11; photo. | |
64 | Trevor and Anthony encourage openness, involvement Northern Iowan 105:38, p.7 |
Support for the Boeckmann/Palomo ticket. | |
65 | Election case returned to election commission, no candidates penalized Northern Iowan 105:37, p.3 |
Boeckmann/Palomo candidates found not in violation of election rules. The Haselhuhn/Ruby ticket was found to be in violation of the rules; by a 4-3 vote they have been censured, but no further action was taken. | |
66 | Trial continues Northern Iowan 105:35, p.1 |
Supreme Court of the Northern Iowa Student Government hears testimony in the trial of Kahler/Anderson vs. Boeckmann/Palomo. The latter are accused of starting their campaign for President and Vice President of the student body before the start date. | |
67 | Vote Adam and Jake Northern Iowan 105:32, p.7 |
Supports Adam Haselhuhn and Jake Rudy in the upcoming Northern Iowa Student Government election. | |
68 | Vote Trevor and Anthony Northern Iowan 105:32, p.7 |
Supports the ticket of Trevor Boeckmann and Anthony Palomo in the upcoming Northern Iowa Student Government election. | |
69 | Don't stop believin' Northern Iowan 105:20, p.3 |
Believes that it is important to continue to be aware of what is going on in the political arena, now that the election is over. | |
70 | First chance to vote is historic Northern Iowan 105:20, p.3 |
Waiting to register and then voting was time well spent; found that the sense of pride at participating in an historic event was overwhelming. | |
71 | An independent voice Northern Iowan 105:19, p.7 |
Supports Doris Kelley for re-election. | |
72 | Oppression and politicking Northern Iowan 105:19, p.7 |
Believes that the electoral process is as hierarchical and cultish as ever; makes case that creatively transforming our lives comes from within. | |
73 | Politics should be open for debate Northern Iowan 105:19, p.8 |
Writer notes the during elections, people do not seem to understand when to quit voicing their opinions. | |
74 | Thank you, voters Northern Iowan 105:19, p.7 |
Students thanked for realizing the importance of voting this year. Many voted without consideration of professors' offers of extra credit or following their parents' influence. | |
75 | Vote Doris Kelley Northern Iowan 105:19, p.8 |
Support for Doris Kelley's re-election. | |
76 | Yale professor discusses voting research Northern Iowan 105:19, p.1 |
Donald Green, political science professor at Yale University, spoke on "The Science (and Pseudoscience) of Winning Elections". | |
77 | Can't we all just get along? Northern Iowan 105:18, p.5 |
The labeling of political parties and individuals challenged. Readers urged to vote. | |
78 | A comedic look at the election Northern Iowan 105:15, p.14 |
Appearance by the Reduced Shakespeare Company will inject some fun into the Presidential campaign; photo. | |
79 | It's your election Northern Iowan 105:15, p.7 |
Students reminded to register to vote, research the candidates, watch the debates, and, finally, be certain to cast their vote on November 4. | |
80 | Encouraging students to vote Northern Iowan 105:14, p.5 |
Students become very active during the political process, but in the past have not followed through to the voting booth. Students urged not to allow history to repeat itself. | |
81 | Panther Portraits Northern Iowan 105:14, p.2 |
Scenes from Majors Fair, rugby game, and voting reminders; photo. | |
82 | Satellite voting starts on campus Northern Iowan 105:14, p.1 |
Maucker Union is the site for a satellite voting station. Black Hawk County election office wanted to make voting more accessible for students; photo. | |
83 | Kelley supports Iowa's education Northern Iowan 105:13, p.7 |
Supports Representative Doris Kelly based on her support for education. | |
84 | Remember that voting is local, too Northern Iowan 105:12, p.5 |
Believes that elections for the U. S. Senator, Congressman, State Senator, and State Representative have real influence in keeping educational quality up and tuition and student loan costs down. | |
85 | This week at UNI Northern Iowan 105:42, p.6 |
Activity dates, times, and places for events taking place this week. Michael Kimmel, Jennifer Wahl, and Sean Ulmer will speak. | |
86 | Student Body President Morse endorses Bentley-Doudna Northern Iowan 104:38, p.14 |
Letter of support for Bentley-Doudna ticket for NISG election; photo. | |
87 | Experience vs. character Northern Iowan 104:34, p.7 |
Student and national elections often pose the question to voters: "Which is more important: change or experience." The decision often hinges on the character of the person running for office and of those surrounding him or her. | |
88 | A letter from the Student Body President Northern Iowan 104:32, p.8 |
Update on work being done by Northern Iowa Student Government; shuttle, smoking on campus, landlord ordinance oversight, and student government elections. | |
89 | Cedar Falls run-off election Northern Iowan 104:26, p.8 |
Additional information on the proposed landlord ordinance. | |
90 | Cedar Falls run-off election Northern Iowan 104:26, p.8 |
Students urged to vote for Dave Sires in the run-off election. | |
91 | Students engage in local politics Northern Iowan 104:26, p.1 |
Debate between Kamyar Enshayan and Dave Sires sponsored by the Northern Iowan; photo. | |
92 | Cedar Falls elections Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9 |
Support for Kamyar Enshayan. | |
93 | Cedar Falls elections Northern Iowan 104:25, p.9 |
Support for Kamyar Enshayan. | |
94 | Cedar Falls elections Northern Iowan 104:25, p.8 |
Support for Kamyar Enshayan. | |
95 | Cedar Falls Ward 4 candidate break down: Northern Iowan 104:25, p.1 |
Brief biographical information on Dave Sires and Kamyar Enshayan: photo. | |
96 | City Council run-off election debate Northern Iowan 104:25, p.1 |
Chris Larimer will moderate a debate between Ward 4 City Council candidates Dave Sires and Kamyar Enshayan in Sabin Hall on November 29. | |
97 | Culture corner: defending our homes Northern Iowan 104:25, p.7 |
Pending Cedar Falls City Council legislation may adversely affect college students. Support voiced for Dave Sires in run off election. | |
98 | City Council to hold run-off elections for Ward 4 Northern Iowan 104:22, p.1 |
None of the candidates for Ward 4 for Cedar Falls city council received the required 50 per cent of the votes; there will be a run-off election on December 4 between Dave Sires and Kamyar Enshayan; photo. | |
99 | CF City Council/mayoral candidate forum Northern Iowan 104:15, p.5 |
College Hill and Overman Park Neighborhood Associations will sponsor local political candidate forum, October 16, 2007, in the Cedar Falls City Hall. | |
100 | Iowa gubernatorial race gaining national attention Northern Iowan 103:3, p.1 |
Jim Nussle and Chet Culver vie for the office of governor of Iowa; photo. |