Rep. Randy Feenstra criticizes Senate Democrats over government shutdown
U.S. Congressman Randy Feenstra has publicly criticized Senate Democrats for their handling of a government shutdown in a series of social media posts dated November 4-5, 2025.
Joni Ernst criticizes government spending amid shutdown and honors veterans’ entrepreneurship
Senator Joni Ernst addressed concerns about federal spending during the "Schumer Shutdown" in a series of posts on November 5, 2025.
Senate Democrats urge Supreme Court action against Trump's tariff policy impacting small businesses
At a press conference in Washington, Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) led several Senate Democrats and small business owners in urging the Supreme Court to rule against tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump.
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- Joni Ernst criticizes Democrats and highlights impacts of federal shutdown in series of posts
- Joni Ernst criticizes cost of government shutdown and calls for increased spending transparency
- Joni Ernst calls for action on vacant federal buildings and COVID-19 investigation
Rep. Randy Feenstra addresses shutdown and policy issues impacting Iowa
Rep. Randy Feenstra posted about ongoing political disputes over the government shutdown and key policy matters such as tax exemptions for family farms on November 3, 2025.
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Senator Ernst recognizes Iron Horse Aviation as Small Business of the Week
Iron Horse Aviation, a family-owned aviation company based in Newton, Iowa, has been named Small Business of the Week by Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee Chair Joni Ernst.
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Joni Ernst criticizes government shutdown impact on SNAP and aviation safety
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst shared statements on November 3, 2025 regarding impacts of a government shutdown on SNAP benefits and aviation safety while also acknowledging hostage recovery efforts by the Trump administration.
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How many students were enrolled in Woodbury Central Comm School District schools in 2023-24 school year?
There were 546 students enrolled in Woodbury Central Comm School District schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Iowa Department of Education.
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Whiting Comm School District Education: 138 students were enrolled in 2023-24 school year
For the 2023-24 school year, Whiting Comm School District experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 21 fewer students being enrolled.
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Joni Ernst highlights small business recognition and comments on government property sales
Senator Joni Ernst shared updates on October 31, 2025 about recognizing Iowa small businesses in Washington D.C., advocating for selling unused government real estate, and responding to state actions during a lapse in SNAP benefits.
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Joni Ernst highlights vacant federal buildings and SNAP concerns in October statements
Senator Joni Ernst used her social media platform on October 31, 2025, to spotlight both vacant federally owned buildings and potential disruptions in SNAP benefits.
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Westwood Comm School District Education: 602 students were enrolled in 2023-24 school year
There were 602 students enrolled in Westwood Comm School District schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Iowa Department of Education.
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Feenstra leads congressional effort urging EPA action on renewable fuel standard
U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) led a group of 49 members of Congress in sending a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin.
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Enrollment at West Monona Comm School District schools decreased by 0.5% compared to previous school year
For the 2023-24 school year, West Monona Comm School District experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with three fewer students being enrolled.
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Markey urges Congress to reject Trump's tariffs impacting small businesses
Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) addressed the Senate on October 29 to criticize former President Donald Trump’s tariffs and their impact on small businesses in the United States.
