Tom W. Cope

Believer in Christ; loving husband and proud parent; partner in lobbying firm, Cope Murphy + Co.; Johnston city council since 2011; likes do not = agree

[Robert Haus @roberthaus]

Gov. Reynolds announces Vylor, home of iconic seed brand Pioneer, will be headquartered in Iowa https://t.co/m6fv8In7aP

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

That December 2023 game was so fun!! Kohl Center was full of black and gold, as were the Madison bars/restaurants after the game. Lots of Happy Hawk Fans!!!

[Dargan Southard @Dargan_Southard]

It's obviously not the insane scene from two seasons ago, but there's as much black and gold in the building as anything else today. Big cheer for Taylor Stremlow in the starting lineup.

#Hawkeyes and Badgers moments away.

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

An amazing production--we are so blessed with talented, hard working school children who make the program so magical, as well as with teachers, choir program leaders, and school administration who are committed to this wonderful tradition!! Thank you for all your efforts!!!

[Johnston Schools @JohnstonCSD]

True nobility lies within! 👑 With a timeless tale about a noble quest to defeat the knights and win the lady’s heart, students gave their final performance tonight of the 46th Annual JHS Madrigal.

Since 1979, the JHS choirs have presented the Madrigal at the beginning of each holiday season, taking audience members back to Merrie Olde England, circa 1475. A delightful event surrounding the audience with songs of the season. 🎶🎄🌹🕯️👑

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

@keithmurphy @johnsears maybe it’s time for a @SoundOFF13 Mount Rushmore of Iowa prep footballers who excelled on Super Bowl winning teams in the NFL. Hard to beat: Roger Craig, Kurt Warner, Tristan Wirfs, and Vern Den Herder.

[Kevin Gallagher @KevG163]

October 16, 1988

One of the greatest runs in NFL history

Roger Craig's up-the-gut, tackle-busting touchdown for the #49ers in Anaheim

#FTTB

[Kevin Gallagher @KevG163]

October 16, 1988

One of the greatest runs in NFL history

Roger Craig's up-the-gut, tackle-busting touchdown for the #49ers in Anaheim

#FTTB

[Johnston Schools @JohnstonCSD]

Some of the best Iowa high school golfers will soon be in Johnston for the IHSAA 2025 Fall Golf Championships.

The state tournament will be held Oct. 13 and 14 at the Hyperion Field Club and will bring 12 teams (72 golfers) and 12 individual qualifiers to our community, along with their families and other spectators.

Overflow parking will be at the Johnston Soccer Complex, 4301 NW 66th Ave. in Johnston. Read more: https://t.co/KPJ3MEecLy

[Johnston Schools @JohnstonCSD]

JHS senior Emma Gray — who plays volleyball, basketball, track and softball — was tonight named Golden Rule’s Primetime Friday Scholar Athlete and won a $500 scholarship!

The scholarship acknowledges Emma’s academic and athletic achievements. Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical sponsors the segment, which aired on WHO 13's Football Friday Primetime before tonight’s football game in Ankeny.

[JCSD Girls Tennis @JCSD_TennisG]

Harper and Linda bow out after day one. They got a final 4 contender 2nd round and lost a third set tiebreaker for their final match. #IowaGirlStrong

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

#roadgrader

[Colton McClish (2026) 17 y/o @mcclish_colton_]

Great week 1 win against Waukee!!

-10 KO’s 🥞
@TheStrengthU @515_FB

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

Of all the cool things I learned at this year’s ⁦@IowaStateFair⁩ the best by far is that ⁦@IowaPBS⁩ plans a documentary about one of Iowa’s greatest’s citizens, General Grenville Dodge. Can’t wait!!! Great work ⁦@IowaPBS⁩!!

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

Don’t go changing @Hlas!

[Mike Hlas @Hlas]

Lion. For those who don't prefer beef.

[Colton McClish (2026) 17 y/o @mcclish_colton_]

After a great camp and conversation with @coachricknelson I’m grateful to receive a D1 offer from the University of Northern Iowa!
@TheStrengthU @515_FB @UNIFootball @CoachJax42 @tstepsis @PrepRedzoneIA @D1Apex @FCSNationRadio1

[JCSD Girls Tennis @JCSD_TennisG]

Individual Regional Results
5 Dragons on to State!

Singles: Brianna Launderville 🥈

Doubles
Sidney Peterson/ Zoey Studer🥇
Claire Holub/ Harper Cope 🥈
#TicketPunched #IowaGirlStrong
@IGHSAU @JCSD__Athletics

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

Zebra cakes all around.

[Johnston Community Education @JCSD_CommEd]

Morning Dragon Soccer Clinic led by JHS Head Soccer Coaches!

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

Congrats to @JCSD_Girlsbball on back to back undefeated state championship seasons!! Great atmosphere at the Well.

[Johnston Schools @JohnstonCSD]

Members of our Johnston varsity girls and boys basketball teams tonight honored some of the educators that have had a big impact on them!

Girls gave a special thank you to: Eileen Kurth, Kayla Bousum, Courtney Rosenberger, Christine Stumm, Claire Anderson, Melanie Sesker, Brian Woodley, Jenifer Jimenez, Pat Mattingly, Madison Buckley and Jennifer Lehman.

Boys showed their appreciation to Jared Enderson, Laura Grimm, Steve Daugherty, Craig Kimpston, Jessica Dowell, Michael Barta, Noreen Nsereko, Daniel Mennen, Tony Kruse, Kayla Bousum, Breannah Suntken, Destiny Willer, Matthew Deboer, Dana Moore and Jennifer Palmer.

Thank you, educators, for all you do! We appreciate you! 💜💛🏀

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

Mike, your career of public service and commitment to good public policy is a model for so many. Your leadership will be missed. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do!!

[Mike Ralston @Mike4Iowa]

Absolutely fabulous to spend time on the road with @Nicole4ABI and @Brad4ABI on my final day. I will miss days on the road with them. I will miss those days a great deal.

[David Eickholt @DavidEickholt]

Jay Higgins says that Nebraska’s captains didn’t shake Iowa’s hands pregame. Also says that Matt Rhule walked through the Iowa warmup lines. Goes into detail about the situation.

“Come to Iowa. Be a Hawk. See the difference.”

[Ben McCollum is my hero @MountMcKeever]

Man I'm gonna miss this dude.
In the era of NIL and the transfer portal. Loyalty is becoming rarer and rarer.
Jay Higgins waited 3 years in a stacked LB room and then anchored Iowa Football for his final 2 years.
One of the truest dudes to ever don the black and gold.

[Tom W. Cope @TomWCope]

Thank you to both Officer Steck and Officer Kerr, along with all the members of the @Johnston_PD for all you do to partner with @JohnstonCSD and their students!! Here is to another great school year. Go Dragons!!!

[Johnston Police Department - Iowa @Johnston_PD]

Welcome back, students! SROs Kerr and Steck will assist you this school year if you have concerns or questions. Officer Steck will be at Johnston High School, and Officer Kerr will be at the Middle School. Let's make this school year the best one yet!