Shane Vander Hart

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Shane Vander Hart is the founder and editor of Caffeinated Thoughts.

Schilling Diagnosed With Cancer, Pledges to Stay In Iowa 2nd Congressional District Race

Bobby Schilling, Republican candidate in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District, announced that he was diagnosed with cancer. He says he will stay in race.

Reynolds Announces New Reopenings, Including Movie Theaters, Wedding Reception Venues

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced movie theaters, aquariums, zoos, pools, and wedding reception venues may reopen on May 22 with appropriate health measures.

Over 12,000 Iowans Tested for COVID-19 Antibodies

The Iowa Department of Public Health gave 12,404 Iowans a serology test, with 14 percent testing positive for COVID-19 antibodies to date.

Ravi Zacharias (1946-2020)

Renowned Christian apologist and author Ravi Zacharias passed away after a two-month long battle with cancer. He was 74-years-old.

Over 100,000 Iowans Tested For COVID-19

The Iowa Department of Public Health reports a total of 103,148 Iowans were tested for COVID-19 for a per capita rate of one in every 31 Iowans.

What Does the California 25th Congressional District Special Election Outcome Mean?

Shane Vander Hart: The special election outcome in California’s 25th Congressional District gives the GOP reason to be optimistic in suburban districts where they lost seats.

Justin Amash Decides Against Presidential Run

Justin Amash decided against running for the Libertarian nomination for president less than three weeks after launching his exploratory committee.

Iowa’s Hospitalizations for COVID-19 Are Flattening

Gov. Kim Reynolds: “We’re seeing the positivity rates go down, which is very good. We’re seeing the hospitalization numbers continue to stabilize.”

Axne Says She Opposes Heroes Act

U.S. Rep. Cindy Axne: “I am deeply troubled by numerous provisions in this bill that could see large amounts of taxpayer dollars allocated to helping those who are not hurting at all.”

Poll: King Leads Feenstra By Three Points in Iowa’s 4th Congressional District GOP Primary

A new poll of Iowa 4th Congressional District Republicans shows U.S. Rep. Steve King leading State Sen. Randy Feenstra by 39 percent to 36 percent.

Friday Five Items of Good News (Vol. 5)

Every Friday, Shane Vander Hart shares five items of good news or inspiring stories from the week to end the work week on a positive note.

Iowa’s College Republicans Clash Over U.S. House Race Endorsements

The Iowa Federation of College Republicans endorsed in every Republican primary in Iowa’s four congressional races, some chapters opposed that decision.

Reynolds Says Test Iowa Validation Complete

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that the State Hygenic Lab in Iowa City completed the validation of the Test Iowa COVID-19 test kits.

King Says He Will Get Committees Back If Re-Elected

U.S. Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, says House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy agreed to give him his seniority and committee assignments back if re-elected.

Reynolds Expands Reopening of Businesses Statewide

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that businesses, such as restaurants, fitness centers, and salons, closed in 22 counties in Iowa, may reopen statewide.

Reynolds Delays Announcing Additional Reopenings

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said she would announce updates to her public health emergency declaration 48 hours before its restrictions expire on Friday.