Madrid Iowa Orchard Owners Stand Against a Counterfeit Prophecy for Two Thousand Twenty Six

offer,” I said.

Arthur’s smile did not reach his eyes. “I only want what is best for you, Clara. A plaque on the wall is a permanent tribute. Land is just dirt.”

I wrapped the plaque back in its blue paper and stood up, leaving it on his desk. “I will see you at the meeting, Arthur.”

The basement of the county archives was quiet, the only sound being continue reading …