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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Poole about the city of Kalona’s upcoming booth at the Iowa State Fair later this week.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with former Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith about his time as Riverside City Administrator. This is part two of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with former Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith about his time as Riverside City Administrator. This is part one of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Tom Dickey about his new role as director of the Lone Tree Wellness Center.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with WACO Nutrition Director JoKasta English about the guidelines for the National School Lunch and Breakfast program.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Historical Village Director Nancy Roth about an upcoming opportunity to take a bus trip to Manning, Iowa.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Terri Slater about being this year’s Louisa County nominee for the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Jennifer Lemke about the 2026 Winfield Crooked Creek Days celebration.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with 2026 Louisa County Fair Queen Emma Salazar.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with John Hazel, who is helping to organize an upcoming event this Saturday, honoring Washington’s undefeated 1986 basketball team.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Choir Director Collette McClellan about the vocal music department’s fall season. This is part two of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Choir Director Collette McClellan about the vocal music department’s fall season. This is part one of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Highland School Board District 2 Candidate Jarrod Longbine about his run for office. Longbine is running uncontested, as current District 2 representative Dennis Wendt is not seeking re-election.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Highland Band Director Andy McDonald for an update about the marching band’s volleyball game performances and the music department’s response to the loss of fundraising opportunities.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Sociology teacher Schuyler Snakenberg and students Griffin Caskey, Johnathan McCain, Thomas Stacey, Maya Banuelos and Paiton Chittick about the class and its upcoming project.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Superintendent Brian Stone about the district’s School Performance Profile.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Lone Tree Superintendent Tyler Hotz about the district’s School Performance Profile.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Hillcrest Academy Director of Advancement Jeremy Ours about the academy’s upcoming homecoming weekend. This is part two of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Hillcrest Academy Director of Advancement Jeremy Ours about the academy’s upcoming homecoming weekend. This is part one of a two-part interview

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Home School Education Center Instrumental Music instructor Shawn Sandersfeld about the program and its performances at the Kalona Fall Festival.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Trekfest Chairman for the Riverside Area Community Club Travis Riggan about preparations for the festival. This is part one of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about upcoming water, sewer and road projects in the city.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Business Manager Jeff Swartzentruber about the district’s decision to join a new risk pool for insurance.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Mid-Prairie Superintendent Brain Stone and newly-named Mid-Prairie East Elementary School Principal Kristan Hunter about Hunter’s hiring process and her outlook on the new position.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Kalona Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Poole about the preparation for Kalona Days.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig about the state of farming in Iowa.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Lone Tree Community School District Superintendent Tyler Hotz about the end of the year for the district and the naming of a new activities director. This is part two of a

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Lone Tree Community School District Superintendent Tyler Hotz about the end of the year for the district and the naming of a new activities director. This is part one of a

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On today’s program, we’re talking to newly-named Hillcrest Academy interim principal and head of school Nate Miller about his approach to the position.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to Healing at English River Outfitters Executive Director Rod Courtney about HERO’S programming for veterans throughout the summer and fall.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Ainsworth Fire Chief Waylon Schultz about fire safety for space heaters, fire places, and real Christmas trees.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Tiffany Crawford of Hospice of Washington County about November being Hospice Month.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Mid-Prairie Transportation Director Teresa Hartley about an upcoming training regarding school bus safety.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Highland Community Schools Superintendent Ken Crawford about the Highland bond issue and voters receiving incorrect ballots, and what the next steps will be.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Wellman Public Library’s Melissa Fleming about the Creativetree program being held this November.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Mid-Prairie High School senior Charlotte Sieren about the upcoming Veterans Day Assembly and Luncheon on November 11th.   To RSVP for the event email sorourke@mphawks.org or call 319-646-6091.

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On today’s program, we spoke with Kalona Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Poole about the 2024 Kalona Farmers Market and a look ahead to next season.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh to get an update on the City of Kalona and upcoming projects. This is part two of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh to get an update on the City of Kalona and upcoming projects. This is part one of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Washington County Youth Service Board members Carys Miller, Jocci Carter, and Andy Miller about the formation of the board and their events. This is part one of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Amanda Adams with the Washington County Pork Producers about their 1000 pork burger giveaway and pork month.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Amy Martin with Henry County Public Health about their upcoming Senior Health Fair.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Washington County Auditor Dan Widmer about early voting for the November election. This is part two of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Washington County Auditor Dan Widmer about early voting for the November election. This is part one of a two-part interview.

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On today’s program, I’m talking with Human Sciences Specialist Dawn Dunnegan about the Mental Health First Aid Training being held in Washington County.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Alison Greiner with the Washington Public Library about the Warm Up Washington coat and supply drive.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Wellman Public Library Director Carrie Geno about National Library Card Month and upcoming events at the Wellman Library.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Hillcrest Director Of Advancement Jeremy Ours about fifty years of fritters fundraiser at the Kalona Fall Festival.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Washington Rotary Member Terry Engelken about the upcoming 33rd Annual Rotary Dinner.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Jeremy Ours about Hillcrest’s no phones mental health initiative that began this school year.

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On today’s program, I am talking with KCII General Manager Joe Nichols about the KCII Fall Home Shopping Extravaganza.

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On today’s program, I am talking with Former Iowa State Representative Christina Bohannan about her recent visit to Richland to tour the Jerry B. Robinson Child Care Center.  

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On today’s program, we are talking with Nancy Roth, Executive Director of the Kalona Historical Village, about the upcoming Kalona Fall Festival.

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On today’s program, you will hear the Mid Prairie Homecoming Coronation and from the King Adrian Sanchez and Queen Dakota Mitchell.

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On today’s show we’re joined by Henry County Sheriff Rich McNamee to talk about their Friday Golf Tournament and Silent Auction Fundraiser for their reserve officer program.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Phil Forbes, Supply Chain Director, for Kalona SuperNaturals about the Field Day event they are hosting with the Iowa Organic Association Thursday at the Kalona Historical Village.

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On today’s program we’re joined by Kelly Carr, Community Outreach Coordinator for Henry County Public Health to talk about their Back to School Health Fair Tuesday, August 13th

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On today’s show we’re joined by Ken Crawford, Superintendent at Highland and WACO School Districts, to talk about the ramp up in August toward the new school year.

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On today’s program Nick Pett with KCII News talks with Leora Houghton and Jackie Bailey, Directors for the 20th Annual Courage Ride Event, coming to Southeast Iowa this weekend.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Business Development Liaison for MGM Healthcare, Paige Karr, and Social Service Director, Darcy Meder, about a 50’s Party and Car Show at Parkview Manor in Wellman on Friday, August 9.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Tonia Poole, Director for the Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce, about some upcoming events and general updates within the Chamber.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Washington County Auditor, Dan Widmer, about the special elections being held in Washington and Brighton Tuesday, August 6.

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On today’s In Touch With Southeast Iowa program, we’re talking with Cheryl Beard, Director of Winfield Crooked Creek Days, about their 30th Anniversary celebration this weekend.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cathy Rich, a candidate running for the vacant Brighton City Council seat. The Brighton and Washington special elections will be on Tuesday, August 6.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kathy Miller, a driver for the Mid-Prairie Community School District, about receiving the 2024 Longevity Service Award from the Iowa Public Transit Association.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Nathan Klostermann with the Wellman Community Club, about the City’s Annual Independence Day Celebration.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Travis Riggan, Trekfest Chairman for the Riverside Area Community Club, about Trekfest 39, taking place Thursday, June 27, Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29 in Riverside.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Nina Marquardt, Event Director for Iowa Project Aware, about their upcoming Skunk River cleanup from July 7-12. For more information, or to join, visit https://www.iowaprojectaware.org.  

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with long-time turkey producer, Marv Norem, about his  57-year career. Marv was recognized with a retirement celebration last week at Ag Force in Wayland.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Jeff Courtright, Fairfield Activities Director, Steve Miller, Fairfield Wrestling Coach, and Aidyn Parker, an incoming junior at Sigourney High  School about the Southeast Iowa Fitness Camp, hosted this past week by

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lisa Brenneman, Superintendent of the Keota Community School District, about her reflections on the 2023-24 school year, her first in the position.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Rebecca Vittetoe, Field Agronomist for ISU Extension & Outreach, about updates on the 2024 growing season, as well as the upcoming Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm Summer Field Day on June

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Tim Bartels, outgoing WACO Secondary Principal and new Mid-Prairie Middle School Principal. We spoke with Tim about his time in WACO and took a look ahead at his tenure with the

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Tonia Poole, Director of the Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce, about Kalona Days on Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Dwight Gingerich, Principal of Hillcrest Academy, about the school’s first year with middle school students, and some other highlights from 2023-24.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Nancy Roth, Managing Director for the Kalona Historical Society, about some new additions to the museum, and their upcoming summer camps.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Erik Buchholz, Principal of St. James Elementary School, about his reflections on the 2023-24 school year. This past year was the first for Buchholz in the position.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Chuck Emry, President for the Brighton Chamber of Commerce, about the 2024 Brighton Whoopee Days taking place on Friday, June 14, Saturday, June 15, and Sunday, June 16.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Andrea Brenneman, Treasurer for the Lone Tree Historical Society, about the Lone Tree Museum, and grant received by the Washington County Riverboat Foundation.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Emma Phelps, a medical student at the University of Iowa, about a mobile health clinic coming to Columbus Junction on Sunday, June 16.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kevin Hatfield, Superintendent for the Sigourney Community School District, to get his thoughts and reflections on the 2023-24 school year.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Alycia Horras, Keota City Administrator and Treasurer for the Keota Community Club, about this year’s Keota Fun Days on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15.

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On today’s program, ‘we’re speaking with Tyler Hotz, Superintendent for the Lone Tree Community School District, about his reflections on this past academic year, the first for Hotz in the position.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Ken Crawford, Superintendent of the WACO Community School District, about his reflections on this past school year. Crawford is also the Superintendent of Highland CSD, and that interview can be heard

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kendall Prehn, Naturalist for Henry County Conservation, about some of their available programming and camps this summer.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kelly Carr, Community Outreach Coordinator with Henry County Public Health, about their 3rd annual Stride Into Summer Family Walk taking place on Sunday, June 2 from 1-4 p.m. in East Lake

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland Superintendent, Ken Crawford, about his reflections on this last year in the Highland Community School District. Crawford also works with the WACO CSD, and that interview will air at a

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Don Patterson, Pastor with the West Chester Community Church, about the Church’s 150th anniversary celebration Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Heather Young and Naomi Bratsch-Prince, Executive Director and Program Manager for Girls on the Run, about their organization and a WCRF grant they received this month.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Olivia Kahler, Director for the Kalona Public Library, about some of their summer programming.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lana Artz-McComb, Naturalist for Louisa County Conservation, about some of their summer programs and events.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland FFA members Mallory Fesler (9) and Alan Nass (10) about their annual Plant Sale, going on now through May 11.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Superintendent Brian Stone, Middle School Principal Rob Hruby, and East Elementary Principal Greg Jergens, about some current and future construction projects within the district.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lisa Diener, Operations Manager with Henry County Habitat For Humanity, about their 31st build, beginning tomorrow in Mt. Pleasant. For more information, or to volunteer, contact Diener at 319-931-0656.

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On today’s program, you’ll hear from District 46 Senator Dawn Driscoll and District 92 Representative Heather Hora about House File 2586, which was signed into law last month and allows teachers and other school employees to get

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Columbus eighth grade students, Chelsea Northam, Kalley Deese, Eduardo Elizarraras, Ruben Rendon, and Shwe Oo, about their performance of the musical Shrek Jr. on Tuesday, May 21.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Washington County Historian, Michael Zahs, about a Heritage Sunday Service at Graveyard Point on Sunday, May 5.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Rebecca Vittetoe, Field Agronomist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, about the early stages of the planting season.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kenna Smith, Co-coordinator for the Henry County Fair Queen Contest, about running the contest with her two sisters for the second-consecutive year.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Jennie Greene, Vice President for the Washington County Pork Producers, about the Pork in the Pantry Program they participated in for the second-consecutive year.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Culinary II students Drake Price (12), Duncan Winters (12), Kyla Karnes (11), Addison English (11), and Shay Myers (11) about the Eighth-Grade Etiquette Meal that they are cooking for. The

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Transportation Director for the Mid-Prairie CSD, about continued stop arm violations within the district, and some new additions to the buses.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking about the Transplant Games of America with Team Iowa Manager Anna Hobart and athlete Myron Thirtle.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Sawyer Foster, Recruiter for the Iowa Army National Guard, about the first Southeast Iowa Medical Expo taking place next week. To register for the event, click here.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Linda Mullen with the Winfield Food Pantry, about their new site at 107 East Elm Street.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cole Smith, Riverside City Administrator, about some current and future projects underway in the City of Riverside.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kenny Marlette, Dispatch Supervisor for the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, about being named Telecommunicator of the Year for 2023 and National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week, continuing this week.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie cast members Jack Greiner (12), Haydon Bailey (12), Niah Leaton (11), Logan McClellen (11), and Caroline Schrader (10) about their spring production, Puffs, hitting the stage this Friday, Saturday, and

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Tyler Hotz, new Superintendent for the Lone Tree Community School District, about his first few months in the position.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Waylon Schultz, Ainsworth Fire Chief, about an upcoming Side By Side Ride fundraiser to benefit the Ainsworth Volunteer Fire Department.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cindy Guy, founder of Hawkeye Cans For Cancer.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie Activities Director, Pete Cavanagh, about Mid-Prairie Homecoming week, which begins on Monday.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Judy Rawson, President and Founder of the Winfield Historical Society, about an upcoming fundraiser for the new museum.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Jenny Schneider, owner of Prairie Flower Bakery in Keota, which will be holding its grand opening this Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Zach Haworth, Park Ranger at Lake Darling State Park, about park information and safety tips as the summer season comes to a close.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie FFA Advisor Elsa Schmidt, and members, President Gabi Robertson (12) and Madelyn Sieren (10) about some of the chapter’s upcoming events.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Zach Rozmus, Executive Director for the Washington County Conservation Board, about an upcoming project at Marr Park.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Rebecca Vittetoe, Field Agronomist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, about current field conditions and an upcoming field day in southeast Iowa.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalayna Durr, Henry County Fair Queen, and the 2023 Iowa State Fair Queen.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Erik Buchholz, new Principal for St. James Elementary in Washington.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Rod Hill, golf coach for Keota, about an upcoming golf tournament fundraiser for the team.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Henry County Sheriff Rich McNamee about a number of topics including, back-to-school safety, speeding, and additional enforcement Labor Day Weekend.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Allison Pearson, member of the Lone Tree Chamber of Commerce, about this year’s Lone Tree Fall Festival, kicking off this Friday.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Morgan Jennings, Field Crops Viability Coordinator for Practical Farmers of Iowa, about their cover crop cost-share program.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Grant Davidson, Public Relations/Marketing Manager with Midwest Old Threshers in Mount Pleasant, about this year’s Reunion, beginning next week.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Cathy Thalken, school nurse for the Keota Community School District, about some health tips for the upcoming school year.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland/WACO Superintendent, Ken Crawford, about Highland’s most recent School Board meeting, as well as some important information for the upcoming school year.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cody Flietner, Community Relations Coordinator for Addington Place of Mount Pleasant, about some of their upcoming events at the end of August.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Superintendent Brian Stone, Middle School Principal Rob Hruby, and East Elementary Principal Greg Jergens about some of the facilities improvements taking place in the district.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Michael Zahs about an upcoming bus tour of northern Washington County to benefit the Ainsworth Opera House.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mikayla Fisher, Marketing Director for Pleasantview in Kalona, about some of their recent and future construction projects.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mandy Grimm, Director of the Columbus Junction Public Library, about being one of the recipients of the Governor’s STEM Council Scale-Up Award.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Claudia Bishop and Marilyn Yoder about the new Wahl Museum at the Kalona Historical Village, which opened this week.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Dwight Gingerich, Principal for Hillcrest Academy, about the upcoming school year, and Hillcrest’s addition of a sixth grade class.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lisa Brenneman, the new Superintendent and Jr./Sr. High School Principal at Keota, about her thoughts heading into the new school year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Rebecca Vittetoe, Field Agronomist for ISU Extension and Outreach, about what she has been seeing in the fields as we transition into August.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Brenda Reasor, Recreations Manager for the City of Wellman, about the Fun in the Sun event next week.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with local author, Lori Fritz, about her new book, My Dastardly Fairy Tale: A True Story of Love and Domestic Violence Among the Blue Bloods (Royals), which was just published this summer.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Tim Rouse, industrial tech teacher at Durant, and Job Supervisor for the student-built duplex project in Kalona.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie senior Gabi Robertson, Central College freshman Alex Bean, Kirkwood freshman Kyan Nash, Highland senior Jackson Schneider, ISU freshman Robbie Olson, and Blackhawk freshman Brady Meincke, team members for the student-built

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Pastor Don Patterson about the West Chester Community Church, and his podcast “Thursday Mornings With Alex and Don”.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kendall Prehn, a new Naturalist with Henry County Conservation.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lisa Rees, Chairperson for the Winfield Crooked Creek Days, about this years event August 4-6.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Atallex Mukite, a phlebotomist with ImpactLife, who helped with my blood donation during their stop at the Washington County Fair.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Katie Hammond, Director for Louisa County Conservation, about the Eden Park Playground Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on August 7.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Dan Heindel, Vice President for the Louisa County Fair Board, about the 131st annual Louisa County Fair, taking place this week.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Brelynn Randall, a sophomore at Iowa State University, and one of four contestants competing for the title of 2023 Louisa County Fair Queen

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Doc Magic, of the Doc Magic Fun Time Variety Show, about his performances this week at the Washington County Fair.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Jorge Dominguez with the Royal Legacy Circus, about performing this week at the Washington County Fair.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Jathan Chicoine, Program Manager for Home Base Iowa, about the services they provide for military personnel, veterans, and their families.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Mayor, Mark Robe, about the rescheduled Mayor’s Classic Car Cruise, taking place on Saturday, August 5.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lisa Diener, Operations Manager for the Henry County Habitat for Humanity, about their organization, and their next build in Winfield.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Brittney Tiller, Naturalist for Jefferson County Conservation, about some of their upcoming events: Teacher Field Trip, Outdoor Adventure Night, & Moth Night.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Melanie Schweitzer about a New Roots Music Festival and Tornado Benefit in Wellman on Sunday, July 16.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Nick Shelman, Vice President for the Washington County Fair Board, about this year’s Washington County Fair.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Rebecca Vittetoe, Field Agronomist for ISU Extension and Outreach, about what she’s been seeing in the fields at this point in the growing season.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Natasha Wilson, Co-owner of West Fork Farmstead in West Chester, about a Field Day they’ll be hosting next Friday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Justin Walker, Deputy with the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, and soon to be School Resource Deputy for the Columbus Community School District.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Katie Hammond, member of the Chief Wapello Days Committee, about this year’s celebration.

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On today’s program, we’re talking about the Mid-Prairie Virtual Academy with Principal Frank Slabaugh.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Bev Conrad, member of the 4th of July Committee in Wayland, about the town’s Independence Day Celebration.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Emily Wohler, Co-coordinator for the Sigourney Independence Day Celebration, about this year’s events.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Heather Trimpe, President of the Wellman Community Club, about the Wellman Fourth of July Celebration.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Alisa Tolle, Secretary/Treasurer for the Richland Community Club, about the Richland firework show and other festivities taking place on Sunday, July 2.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lindsay Bauer, Executive Director for the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center, about their 2023 Summer Outdoor Concert Series, kicking off this Thursday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Executive Director for Parkview Home, Ron Semler, about the home, and a birthday celebration for residents, Betty Messer, Mary Olson, and Etta Wakeland.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Samantha Agan, a licensed independent social worker, about her new therapy private practice New Thoughts Therapy in Richland.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cole Smith, Riverside City Administrator, about TrekFest 38 this weekend.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Roy Felts, President of the Crawfordsville Community Club, about this year’s Crawfordsville Fun Days on July 7 & 8.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with John Choate, owner of Storyline Multimedia, about a Veterans video project that they will show prior to fireworks in Richmond on July 3 and in Wellman on July 4.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Henry County Sheriff, Rich McNamee, about the Sheriff’s Office’s child identification kits and drug disposal pouches.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Terry McWilliams, CEO of the Midwest Old Threshers in Mt. Pleasant, about some of their big events this year, and a grant they received from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Rebecca Vittetoe, a field agronomist for ISU Extension and Outreach, about what she’s seeing in the fields at this stage of the planting/growing season.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Olivia Kahler, Director of Youth Services at the Kalona Public Library, about some of their special activities and programs this summer.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lone Tree E-Sports Coach, Jessica Howard, about the team’s recent trip to state and two top-1o finishes.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Keota Superintendent, Jim Henrich, as he reflects on his time at Keota and 35 years in education.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Jan Viveros-Arcos, an incoming senior at Washington High School who enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard in February, and left for basic training earlier this week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with professional artist, Annie Guldberg, about some murals she recently completed in Henry County.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona City Administrator, Ryan Schlabaugh, abut the City’s Student-Built Housing Project, which just received funding from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Abe Miller about the 113th Brighton Whoopee Days event.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Michelle Bessman, fifth-grade teacher at Mid-Prairie Middle School, about a class project that raised $750 for Paws & More Animal Shelter.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Keota music teacher, Jane Edwards, about the Keota Music Booster Pancake Breakfast this Sunday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lana Artz-McComb, Naturalist for Louisa County Conservation, about the 2023 Langwood Adventure Day this Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Stephanie Hawkins, Food Service Director for the Fairfield School District, about her Food Service Director of the Year Award, as well as their summer food program.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Tina Hershberger, about the Kalona Days Fun Run/Walk for cancer research.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lori Hammes, President of the Keota Community Club, about this year’s Keota Fun Days and Sesquicentennial Celebration.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Holly Beinhart, Local Coordinator for World Link, about their student exchange program, and their search for host families in southeast Iowa.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Susan Frey, Executive Director for The Lord’s Cupboard in Fairfield, about their 40th anniversary.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Carrie Geno, Director for the Wellman-Scofield Public Library, about their temporary relocation and plans for expansion this summer.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland Activities Director and teacher, Jody Fink, about an award he received from the Iowa Donor Network.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie senior, Kaden Meader, about his post-high school plans to enlist in the Navy.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cody Flietner, Community Relations Coordinator for Addington Place of Mount Pleasant, about some of their upcoming activities for the public this month.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with local author, Aaron Fleming, about the two novels he’s published, his plans for a third, and his love for writing.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Park Ranger, Zach Haworth, about summer recreation opportunities at Lake Darling State Park.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Sgt. Ed Parker with the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office about National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Charla Howard, Melissa Westphal, and Heather Marek, about their new brokerage, HOMEgirl Realty.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Hillcrest Academy students, Josiah Beachy (12), Jace Rempel (12), Grant Bender (12), Hannah Chalupa (12), Lydia Beachy (10), and Malia Yoder (10), about their Service and Learning Term trip to Costa

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Highland Band Director, Andy McDonald, about the group performing at the Iowa High School Music Association’s State Large Group Music Festival today.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Dr. Michael Volk, about his new role as the Superintendent of the Winfield-Mt. Union & Columbus Community School Districts.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with former Washington County Attorney and current Assistant Attorney General for Victim Services, John Gish, State Senator, Dawn Driscoll, and State Representative, Heather Hora, about Senate File 84, which originated in Washington

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Managing Director for the Kalona Historical Society, Nancy Roth, about some of their upcoming events this spring/summer.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Danika Cox about her six years as a naturalist for Henry County Conservation, as she prepares to move to a new position.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with the Founder of Riverside Iowa Paranormal and Paranormal Investigator, Michelle Reuss, about a ghost hunt event in Washington this Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Katie Karnes, Co-Owner of Woodin Wheel LLC, about the Kalona Quilt Show and Sale, beginning today through Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Columbus FFA members, Victoria Howell (12) and Drew Totemeier (9), about the chapter’s first-ever cattle show this Sunday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Allison and Kenan Todd, co-owners of the new Bard Station Coffee House in Columbus Junction.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Hillcrest Academy students, Ann Torok (11), Morgyn Nafziger (10), Hailey Chalupa (10), Erin Bontrager (10), Delaney Shaw (10), Tara Poole (9), and Isaac Birky (9), about their Service and Learning Term

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Julie Gentz about Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month this April.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Hillcrest Academy students, Zoey Curtiss (10), Bryce Bailey (10), Seth Ours (10), and Rowan Miller (9), about their Service and Learning Term trip to Kentucky.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with John Mikelson, Vice President of Midwest Military Outreach, about them recently being awarded the Iowa Small Business Association Veterans Small Business Champion of the Year.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie High School Assistant Principal and Activities Director, Tyler Hotz, about him being named the new Superintendent of the Lone Tree Community School District earlier this month.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Columbus senior, and FFA Chapter President, Emma Humphreys, about the 2023 Iowa FFA State Convention, and her goals to run for state office.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with WACO Secondary Principal, Tim Bartels, who was recently honored with the TEAM Award from the Iowa State Education Association. In-Touch-Tim-Bartels-Finished

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On today’s program, we’re talking with the driver of El Toro Loco, Elvis Lainez, about his journey into the profession, leading up to the Monster Jam competition at Wells Fargo Arena this week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with cast members for the Mid-Prairie spring play, Avery Slaubaugh (11), Jacob Carrillo (11), Logan McClellen (10), and Caroline Schrader (9), about their upcoming performances this week.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Naturalist for Henry County Conservation, Danika Cox, about their Better Birder Workshop this month, as well as other events this spring and summer.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with cast members in the Highland spring play, Ethan Krotz (12), Gwen Piette (11), and Kelsi Cerny (11), about their upcoming performances this week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Wellman firefighter, Tracy Owens, about the Wellman Volunteer Fire Department Tenderloin Dinner this Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Jim Coffey, a Forest Wildlife Research Biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, about the 2023 Spring Turkey Hunting Season.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with C0-Owner of Fishback & Stephenson Cider House, Annalisa Thompson, and grillmaster, Cheyenne Buchanan, about their recognition as having a top 10 burger in the state of Iowa.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kerra Longbine, a junior at Highland and Reporter for the FFA chapter, about FFA Week at Highland Community Schools. In-Touch-Kerra-Longbine-Finished

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On today’s program, Special News Editor for KNIA/KRLS talks with KCII News Director, Jennifer Wilkerson, and Assistant News Director, Nick Pett, about KCII’s Severe Weather Action Team Coverage last Friday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with the Fire Chief for the Kalona Volunteer Fire Department, Jerry Zahradnek, about their annual Pancake Day this Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Alta Medea, Director of Community Engagement for the Domestic Violence Intervention Program, about their plans to build a new Emergency Shelter in Johnson County.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lone Tree business and computer teacher, Jessica Howard, about receiving the 2023 Iowa STEM Teacher Award last week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with senior cast members in the Keota spring musical, Aiden Conrad, Nicole Clarahan, Dulaney Clubb, Taylor Garman, and Caden Sprouse, along with director, Jane Edwards, about their upcoming performances this week.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Wellman City Administrator Kelly Litwiller, and Water/Wastewater Superintendent, Tim Garrett, about plans to update the water distribution system in Wellman.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with cast and crew members of the Columbus spring play, Mia Gonzalez (11), Ashton Bartenhagen (9), Henry Hingst (9), Cade Storm (8), Brayden Reighard (8), and Jeremy Hurlbut (8), about their upcoming

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with cast members of the Hillcrest Academy spring play, Ilham Umar Sanda (12), Mariam Sow (12), Hannah Chalupa (12), Sarah Farrier (10), and Ryann Dolan (9), about their upcoming performances this Friday

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On today’s program, we’re talking with cast members for the WACO spring play, Taelyn Egli (7), Ace Benedict (9), Gabe Brown (10), Tanner Egli (10), and Elyssa Graber (10), about their upcoming performances this weekend. In-Touch-WACO-Cast-Finished

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Judy Rawson, Founder and President of the Winfield Historical Society, about updates on their plans to move the current Winfield Historical Museum. In-Touch-Judy-Rawson-Finished

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona City Administrator, Ryan Schlabaugh, about the city’s plans for a new recreation area near the Southtown development .

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lee Ebersole, Bible teacher at Hillcrest Academy, about the school’s Service and Learning Term.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with cast members in Sigourney’s spring play, Ava Fineran (11), Amiya Smallwood (11), and Cera Hahn (10), along with Director, Devin Dailey, about their upcoming performances of “You Can’t Take It With

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Hannah Bowman, Director of Adaptive Sports Iowa, about the organization, and their wheelchair basketball fundraiser last weekend.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lisa Brenneman, the newly selected Superintendent and High School Principal for Keota, about her plans for the position when she starts on July 1.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with the Assistant Director for the Wellman-Scofield Public Library, Carrie Geno, about their upcoming renovations planned for this year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie sophomore and member of the Iowa Grizzlies youth wheelchair basketball team, Jayden Stafford, about the Grizzlies upcoming fundraiser this Saturday.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Behavior Interventionist at Mid-Prairie, Matt Freel, about their Feed the Kids program, and the donation they are receiving from the Harp Players.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lone Tree Fire and Rescue Chief, Matt Zadow, about an upcoming soup supper fundraiser for one of their members Thursday night.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with athletic trainer, Matt Flotterud, about his role with JET Physical Therapy, as well as National Athletic Training Month.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Highland Nurse, Cindy Peiffer, about the school’s Backpack Program and Coat Library.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie Superintendent, Brian Stone, about a survey released by the district regarding the bond vote in 2022 and future facility projects.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with State Senator for District 46, Dawn Driscoll, and State Representative for District 92, Heather Hora, about the work being done during the first Legislative Funnel this week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Damon John, General Manager for the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, about their recent ribbon-cutting ceremony for their Event Center.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Sigourney FFA Advisor, Jerry Driscoll, President Zoe Webb (12), Vice President Ellie Berg (12), Secretary Matt Brainard (12), Treasurer Xander Bell (11),  Reporter Autumn Belvel (12), Sentinel Reagan Clarahan (10), and

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Army National Guard Recruiter, Sawyer Foster, about his recent fundraiser for Mission 22.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Winfield-Mount Union FFA Members, Beatrice Anderson (9) and Katie Miller (9), about National FFA Week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie seniors, Grace Conway and Mia Garvey, about the 29th annual Madrigal Dinner at Mid-Prairie.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Keota FFA Advisor, Zach Jamison, and Chapter President, Dalton Dodd, about the program and National FFA Week at Keota.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with WACO FFA members, President, Hailey Harbison (12) and Reporter, Natalie West (12), about the program at WACO, and National FFA Week.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with coach Jessica Howard, and competitors Jadin Greiser (12) and Vaughn Judge (9), about the Lone Tree E-Sports team.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona City Administrator, Ryan Schlabaugh, about the public hearing on Monday, February 20 regarding the tax levy.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with NHS advisor at Lone Tree, Jessica Howard, as well as Vice President, Andrew Hotz (12), and Treasurer, Braden Viers (12), about their recent Green Out Game.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Hillcrest Academy Pep Band Director, Lee Ebersole, along with band members Hannah Chalupa (12), and Morgyn Nafziger (10), about the Hillcrest Academy Pep Band.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Taylor Weber, Communications Specialist with Mid-Prairie CSD, about the Mid-Prairie Fund for Academic Excellence.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Cathy Thalken, Nurse for Keota Schools, about Project Adam, and her mission to make Keota a heart-safe school.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mike and Connie Vincent, owners of Wooden Wheel Vineyards in Keota, about their wine, and how it pays tribute to their family history.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Samantha Jamison, Program Director of 4-H, Youth Enrichment, and Ag Education at ISU Extension and Outreach for Louisa County, about Annie’s Project.

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On today’s program, we’re talking to living donor, Myron Thirtle, and donation recipient, Bill Klahn, about organ donation, and the Donor Games.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie seniors, Emily Righter, Dade Gehling, Dillon Poole, and Andrew Stultz, about the Jazz Band’s recent Division 1 rating at the Jazz Band Festival.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Christine Yancey, former Riverside City Administrator, about her time in the position and plans for retirement.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Gabriel White (12), Lucus Sparrow (12), Isabel Kann (12), and Ella Kann (9), members of the WMU Speech Team, about their upcoming trip to the state competition tomorrow.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Averi Sipes (12), Sarai Vela (12), Damian Vergara (11), Alexa Alcala (11), and Lecet Quiroz (11), along with Coach Holly Canny, about the Columbus Speech Team, and their upcoming performance at

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Sigourney senior Reagan Power, and juniors Carly Goodwin, Ava Fineran, and Amiya Smallwood, about the Sigourney Speech Team and upcoming state contest this weekend.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with State Senator for District 46, Dawn Driscoll, and State Representative for District 92, Heather Hora, about the 2023 Iowa Legislative session.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with members of the Mid-Prairie Speech Team, juniors Jack Greiner, Haydon Bailey, Harlie Gehling, and Jacob Carrillo, about their upcoming trip to the state competition.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Macy Fisch, a senior at Sigourney High School and President for the National Honor Society, about their Pennies For Patients event.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Brittany McGraw, a member of the Johnson County Human Trafficking Coalition, about their informational program on Sunday, January 29.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Todd Salazar, a board member for the Louisa County 4-H Foundation, about their upcoming Soup Supper and Dessert Auction Fundraiser this Saturday, January 28.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Frank Yoder, an author and longtime resident of Kalona, about his writing and other life experiences.

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On today’s program, we are talking with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, about his 99 County Tour, and his recent stop at Wooden Wheel Vineyards in Keota.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kori Rich, a coach for the WACO Speech Team, and team members Jaklyn Cook (10) and Tanner Egli (10), about their upcoming Large Group District Speech Competition.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Danika Cox, a Naturalist for Henry County Conservation, about their year in review, and upcoming events for 2023.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Gina Bennett, a coach for the Keota Speech Team, along with two of its members, seniors Nicole Clarahan and Aiden Conrad, about the District Competition that they will be hosting on

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Washington County Attorney, John Gish, about the 2022 crime summary for Washington County, as well as his new position in Des Moines.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Tanya McCarty, Speech Team Coach at Lone Tree High School, along with team members, Braden Viers (12), Emma Slaughter (12), Katie McCarty (11), William Rockafellow (11), Alex Dautremont (10), and Cade

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Brittney Tiller, a Naturalist for Jefferson County Conservation, about their year in review, and a look ahead to 2023.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Tera Pickens, Director for Kirkwood’s Washington County Regional Center, about their upcoming College Credit in High School Information Night.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Cody Flietner, Community Relations Coordinator for Addington Place in Mt. Pleasant, about their current and upcoming events this month.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona City Administrator, Ryan Schlabaugh, about the Southtown area.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Emily Folker, Executive Director for the Miss Mount Pleasant Scholarship Program, about their upcoming competition this month.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Whitney Howell, the new County Director with ISU Extension and Outreach for Louisa County, about her first few weeks on the job.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kirby Winn, PR Director for ImpactLife, about January being recognized as National Blood Donor Month.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Aiden Lyons, a senior at Fairfield High School, about his experience and family history in the field of aviation.

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On today’s program, we are speaking with Jill Venden, Volunteer Coordinator for Compassus, about their need for volunteers in 2023.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Doug McIntyre, Wayland Police Chief, about his first month in the position, and goals for the new year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Byron Yoder, a student teacher in the Mid-Prairie Community School District, about his experience last semester.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Highland/WACO Schools Superintendent, Ken Crawford, about the year in review for both districts.

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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Keota Superintendent, Jim Henrich, to talk about the Keota Community Schools’ year in review.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Peggy Knudsen, Executive Director for the Cradle of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center, about their plans to start a mothers home.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie Superintendent, Brian Stone, about the year in review for Mid-Prairie Schools.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with The Grinch about his dislike for the holiday season, and his hopes for the new year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lindsay Remick, Rhonda Connop, Mikayla Truitt, and Brittney Fraise, staff members at Sunrise Terrace Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, about their recent recognition as a “Best Nursing Home” by U.S. News &

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Managing Director for the Kalona Historical Society, Nancy Roth, about their new Christmas themed quilts and plans for the new year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Romanian exchange student, Edi Serban, and his host parent, Dean Greiner, about Edi’s time in the United States.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Iowa Secretary of State, Paul Pate, about his recent trip to Lone Tree High School to deliver the Carrie Chapman Catt Award for student voter registration.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Alison Greiner, a substitute teacher in the Mid-Prairie Music Department, about their upcoming concert next week.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with four Highland music students about their upcoming concert on December 19.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Sheriff Deputy for the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Angie Pohren, about National Drunk/Drugged Driving Prevention Month and general safety for the holidays.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Rebecca Vittetoe, a Field Agronomist with Iowa State University Extension, about the 2022 harvest season and a look ahead at next year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Zach Haworth, Park Ranger for Lake Darling State Park, about the HUSH program, and the park during the winter months.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mick Dickinson, a social studies teacher and student council advisor for Lone Tree, about their recent student-organized blood drive.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Band & Choir Director at Winfield-Mount Union, Lindsey Pogmore, about her fundraising success and the WMU music department.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Fairfield artist, Chad Starling, about his plans to paint a mural on an underpass in Fairfield.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Brandon Marquardt, Chief Deputy for Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, about their annual toy drive, going on now.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona Public Library Director, Trevor Sherping, and Director of Youth Services, Olivia Kahler, about the library’s success in the year 2022.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Katie Helterbran, Co-chair for the Santa’s Workshop in WACO, about this year’s event on Thursday, December 15.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with George Hansen, a 77-year-old Kalona resident who recently completed a hike of the over 2,ooo mile Appalachian Trail to raise money for cancer research.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with event organizer, Todd Salazar, about the Columbus Junction Family Holiday Night on Wednesday, December 7th.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Delaney Parish, a dispatcher for the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, about her recent recognition as Dispatcher of the Year.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Diabetes Nurse Educator at Washington County Hospital and Clinics, Amy Martin, about American Diabetes Month.

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On today’s program, we are speaking with Kerra Longbine, a junior at Highland High School and reporter for the FFA, about the program’s recent trip to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Deputy Scott Bell and Sheriff Rich McNamee with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, about their K9 Unit and their dog, Axel.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Chloe Staley, Membership Director for the Wellman YMCA, about the upcoming Wellman Wonderland Shopping Extravaganza Craft and Vendor Fair.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Elsa Schmidt, Mid-Prairie FFA Director, and members Marissa Cline, Alexa Huber, and Kelyn Yoder, about the program’s recent trip to the 2022 National FFA Convention.

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On today’s program, we are speaking with social studies instructor at Hillcrest Academy, Marcus Miller, about his love for history, and a recent assignment his students conducted at the local cemetery.  

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie’s Girls Wrestling Coach, Dylan Walther, about the newly-sanctioned team and their upcoming season.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with new language arts teacher at Mt. Pleasant Middle School, and head girls basketball coach at WMU High School, Mendy McCreight, about her roles in the community.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with the Director for the Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce, Tonia Poole, about the upcoming Christmas in Kalona on December 3.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Judy Rawson, the President and Founder of the Winfield Historical Society, about the town’s Historical Museum and their plans to move buildings.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Liz Ripley, a Conservation and Cover Crop Specialist for Iowa Learning Farms, about their upcoming wetland and cover crop field day on November 22.

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On today’s program, we are speaking with Fairfield resident and family physician, Dr. Jim Buck, about his recent Lifetime Achievement Award.

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On today’s program, we are talking with Betty Osincup, a resident of Washington since 1942, about her 103rd birthday on November 9 and her eventful life.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Leora Houghton, Director of the Courage Ride, about the annual bike ride raising money for sarcoma research.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Sigourney’s Mindy Jensen, special education teacher and Special Olympics coach, and athletes Violet Conrad, Toby Doane, Addison Richardson, Shawn Stout, and Atticus Boorman about the school’s bowling team and upcoming state

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Naturalist for Louisa County Conservation, Laura Semken, about the 2022 Friend of Conservation Award.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Columbus FFA Advisor, Kortney Orr, and FFA student, Emma Humphreys, about the 2022 National FFA Convention.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Traci Zahradnek, Special Olympics coach for Mid-Prairie, and athletes Mason Sieren, Alex Seawright, and Erin Harmston, about the bowling team and upcoming state tournament.  

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On today’s program, we are talking with Mid-Prairie Middle School Counselor, Tracy Rusch, about the Christmas Adoption Program within the district.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Iowa’s AARP State Director, Brad Anderson, about popular issues in the upcoming election.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with C0-Director Jennifer McClenahan, and cast members Gwen Piette and Ethan Krotz, about the upcoming Highland Musical, Matilda Jr.

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On today’s program, we’re talking with Lindsey Pogmore, Band Director at Winfield-Mount Union, about the Busload of Books Tour coming to W-MU this Friday.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Robin Foster, Principal of Mid-Prairie West Elementary School, about their new therapy dog, Charlie.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Jessica Howard, business and computers teacher, and E-sports coach, about the E-sports team at Lone Tree High School.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Christian Swartzentruber, President of the Kalona Rotary Club, about the club and some of their recent and upcoming events.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Kaden Meader and Alivia Poock about their selection as King and Queen at Mid-Prairie’s 63rd Annual Homecoming Celebration.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Megan Waterhouse, Program Manager at Washington County Public Health, about their annual Flu Stomp September 30 from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.

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In Touch with Southeast Iowa On today’s program we’re talking with Tonia Poole, Director of the Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce about their October 25 Chamber Meeting.

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In Touch with Southeast Iowa On today’s program we’re talking with Andy McDonald, Highland Band Director about the Highland Band and Music Department.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Dr. Patti Gilbaugh, Executive Director of the Grace C. Mae Advocate Center, about the October 1 Mental Health Summit at Washington High School.

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On today’s show we’re talking with Taylor Weber of the Mid-Prairie Foundation and Mid-Prairie Alumni and Friends Association about the Dine Out To Make A Difference Event Thursday, September 29th

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On today’s program we’re talking with Washington County Sheriff Jared Schneider about harvest traffic safety

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On today’s program we’re talking with Joe Nichols, General Manager of KCII Radio, about the Home Shopping Extravaganza on the air at KCII Tuesday, September 27th through Thursday, September 29th

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Hillcrest Academy Principal Dwight Gingerich shares the schools plans to expand into Middle School.

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Iowa Author Ellie Brooks discusses her book, “Amanda’s Journey A DNA Adventure” as well as her work with Search Angels.

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Superintendent of the Mid-Prairie Community School District Brian Stone shares his experience with the recent Board of Education Meeting.

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Director of Advancement for Hillcrest Academy Jeremy Ours discusses apple fritters at the upcoming 50th Annual Kalona Fall Festival.

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City Administrator for the City of Kalona Ryan Schlabaugh discusses the Council’s recent meeting.

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Vice Regent of the Washington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution Julie Mangold enlightens us on their upcoming event “Junk in the Trunk” .

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City of Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh shares this year’s Kalona Citizen Award’s Recipients.

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Lake Darling State Park Ranger Zach Haworth discusses the attendance at Lake Darling over the Labor Day weekend.

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President of the Keota Community Club Lori Hammes shares upcoming fundraising events for Keota’s upcoming Sesquicentennial Celebration.

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Director of Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce Tonia Poole discusses the current Byways Specialty Tour of Country Schoolhouses.

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Managing Director for the Kalona Historical Village Nancy Roth highlights the upcoming Kalona’s 50th Annual Fall Festival.

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Director of Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce Tonia Poole shares the Chamber’s success at the Iowa State Fair.

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United Church of Crawfordsville Pastor Jason Collier shares what can be found at the Church’s annual rummage sale.

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WACO Head Volleyball coach Jay Coble discusses the Southeast Iowa Super Conference fundraising support for Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Assistant Director Lisa Brinkmeyer as she battles brain cancer.

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Louisa Conty Conservation Naturalist Lana Artz-McComb discusses the importance of Monarch Butterfly tagging.

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Louisa County Conservation naturalist Lana Artz-McComb discusses the upcoming Louisa County history celebration at Toolesboro Mounds National Historical Landmark.

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Riverside Casino & Golf Resort Marketing Manager Kara Humphreys shares the need for volunteers for the upcoming National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic.

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City Administrator for the City of Riverside Christine Yancey discusses the Council’s recent special meeting to discuss the consideration resolution to approve pursuing a Washington County Riverboat Foundation Grant as well  as the review of 3rd Street

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Agronomist for the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Washington County Rebecca Vittetoe discusses the upcoming 35th Anniversary of the Southeast Iowa Research and Demonstration Farm as well as the ribbon cutting for the new Research and

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We caught up with Secretary of Paws & More Cara Sorrells right after the 23rd Annual Paws & More Car show on August 21st.

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City Administrator for the City of Kalona Ryan Schlabaugh discusses the August 15 City Council meeting.

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Winfield-Mount Union Community School District Secondary Principal Dave Edwards discusses the 2022-2023 school year teacher shortages and how the school district is handling the issue.

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One of the organizers of the 2nd Annual Travis Greiner Memorial Tractor Ride Mark Sheets discusses the upcoming event.

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Aeron Lifestyle Technology office Manager Maxine Bigelow-Meyers shares some of the items for sale at the Aeron Relay For Life Yard Sale in Fairfield.

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Secretary for Paws & More Cara Sorrells discusses the upcoming Car show, the organization’s biggest fund raiser of the year.

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Executive Director of Washington County Conservation Zach Rozmus discusses the Conservation Board’s recent meeting.

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Mid-Prairie Community School District Superintendent Brian Stone discusses the August 8th School Board Meeting.

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Communications Director for Iowa Pork Producers Association Dal Grooms shares the excitement for the upcoming Bacon Buddies Pig Show at the Iowa State Fair.

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Assistant Director at the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center Solomon Davis discusses upcoming cinema events at the Arts & Convention Center.

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City Administrator for the City of Kalona Ryan Schlabaugh discusses the agenda of the recent Kalona City Council Meeting.

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Lone Tree Historical Museum Staff invite you to tour their facility. President Sid Mills, Treasurer Andrea Brenneman and Former Treasurer Janet Vincent share what you will see at the museum.

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Field Agronomist of the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Washington County Rebecca Vittetoe discusses the upcoming Women in Agriculture Farm Crawl scheduled for August 27.

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Director at the Kalona Chamber of Commerce Tonia Poole shares the City’s upcoming visit to the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines.

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Coordinator for Crooked Creek Days Janet Reynolds shares the fun scheduled for this annual event in Winfield.

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Administrator for the City of Washington Deanna McCusker explains the City’s recent $3.6 million loan.

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Administrator for the City of Wellman Kelly Litwiller shares the news of the Circus coming to town.

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Operations Manager of Henry County Habitat for Humanity Lisa Diener discusses the current build. The 29th Henry County habitat for Humanity home.

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Mid-Prairie Community School District Superintendent Brian Stone shares construction updates for East Elementary , Middle School.

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Naturalist for the Henry County Conservation Department Danika Cox gives us a look at upcoming events with the Henry County Conservation Department.

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Public Relations and Marketing Director of Midwest Old Threshers Grant Davison shares the fun scheduled for the upcoming Midwest Old Threshers Reunion in Mount Pleasant.

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Louisa County Naturalist Lana Artz-McComb shares upcoming camping opportunity and hunter safety course.

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United States Trampoline and Tumbling Association National Champion Kayli Mohror shares what it takes to be a champion.

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Director of Washington County Conservation Zach Rozmus discusses the fiscal year ’21-’22 and the successes of that year.

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A new restaurant delivery service is coming to Washington and the surrounding area. Lane Wyrick of Snap Delivered shares how it will work.

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Michael Zahs highlights the upcoming 25th Annual Brinton Film Festival in Ainsworth.

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Director of Crisis Services, Foundation 2 Drew Martel discusses the implementation of the new National Suicide Prevention Lifeline telephone number 9-8-8.

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Vice President of Development & Marketing for United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties Trisha Smith discusses the Affordable Connectivity Program and Thanksgiving in July.

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Education and Outreach Coordinator for Iowa Organic Association Olga Reding discusses the upcoming Field Day/Workshop in Keota.

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Director of Advancement Pleasantview Home updates the progress of renovations and construction.

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President of the Keokuk County Expo Board Dustin Bensmiller and 4-H Youth Outreach Coordinator Alicia Schmitt share the fun of the Keokuk County Expo!

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Riverside Trekfest Chairman Travis Riggan discusses the upcoming festival.

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Dennis Murray Commander of Sons of AmVets Post 107 discusses the upcoming car show fundraiser in Richmond.

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Madi Skubal of Hilltop Dairy invites listeners to Hilltop Dairy Days on June 18, in recognition of National Dairy Month.

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President of the Keota Community Club Lori Hammes discusses the upcoming Keota Fun Days June 10-12.

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Swedish American Museum Vice President Trish Woepking discusses the upcoming Swedish American Museum 30th Anniversary Celebration June 17-18.

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Community Fishing Biologist for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Tyler Stubbs discusses the recent Free Fishing Weekend in Iowa and other fishing opportunities.

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Iowa Organic Association Education and Outreach Coordinator Olga Reding discusses upcoming Farm-to-Table Lunch in Kalona.

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Mid Prairie Special Education Teacher & Special Olympics Coach Traci Zahradnek and Special Olympic Athletes Alex Seawright and Erin Harmston discuss their recent competition.

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Hailey Carr Regional Partnership Coordinator with HACAP Food Reservoir discusses the upcoming Mobile Food Pantry.

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Dal Grooms Communications Director of Iowa Pork Producers Association discusses the “Thank You” campaign at the Louisa County Fairgrounds.

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Brenda Reasor Recreations manager for the City of Wellman discusses what’s happening at the Wellman Skating Rink.

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Director of Youth Services of the Kalona Public Library Olivia Kahler discuuses the Library’s upcoming Summer Reading Program.

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EMT for Louisa County Ambulance Service Zack Kendall discusses the upcoming Louisa County Disaster Drill scheduled for June 4.

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Lake Darling is ready for summer!

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Waco Schools Librarian and Talented and Gifted Teacher Amy Langr discusses grant to incorporate STEM subjects in Youth Learning.

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Sira Curfman shares information on upcoming Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Wayland Area Childcare.

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Lisa Lundstrom Children’s Librarian for Wellman Scofield Public Library discusses the Summer Reading Program.

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Hillcrest Academy’s Agriculture and Biology Teacher Mike Severino-Patterson and his Plant Science Class Students.

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On today’s program we are talking with members of the Wellman Heritage Society Vice President Austin Bayliss and Barb Troyer about their group and the Museum on Main Street in downtown Wellman. The Museum is open June

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On today’s program we are talking with members of the Wellman Heritage Society Vice President Austin Bayliss and Barb Troyer about their group and the Museum on Main Street in Downtown Wellman. The Museum is open June

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On today’s program we are talking with Heather Kemp, new office assistant at the Kalona Chamber of Commerce, about her role with the organization

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On today’s program we’re joined by Larry Swartzendruber, Director of Advancement at Pleasantview Kalona, to talk about their upcoming construction project they just broke ground on. This is part two of a two part interview.

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On today’s program we’re joined by Larry Swartzendruber, Director of Advancement at Pleasantview Kalona, to talk about their upcoming construction project they just broke ground on. This is part one of a two part interview.

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On today’s program we are talking with Highland seniors Eli Slaymaker, Zoey Robidoux, Emma Nicola and Kyle Whestine about their spring production “No Signs of Intelligent Life” this weekend at Highland high school.

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On today’s program we are talking with Odee Shtefanchuk, a Ukrainian foreign exchange student at WACO High School about the war in Ukraine and Saturday’s authentic food fundraiser the WACO community is holding for him from 5-7p.m.

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On today’s program we are talking with Aaron M. Fleming from Wellman, about his newly published novel Kingmaker and the process behind his writing. This is part two of a two part interview.

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On today’s program we are talking with Aaron M. Fleming from Wellman, about his newly published novel Kingmaker and the process behind his writing. This is part one of a two part interview.

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On today’s program we are talking with Cory Evans, Nutrition Director for the Mid-Prairie School District about the recent changes to their menu program

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On today’s program we are talking with Mid-Prairie Student Boosters President and School Board Member Gabby Frederick about Saturday’s Color Run at Mid-Prairie Middle School in Kalona.

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On today’s program you’ll hear from Highland Students Tristen Wendling, Kyle Whetstine, Jaden Schmid, Devin Lovetinsky, Connor Grinstead, Mason Westerhoff, Johnathan Jackson, Allison Golden and Courtney Chalupa, part of James Higdon’s Media Production Course, discussing the class.

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On today’s program you’ll hear from Highland Students Tristen Wendling, Kyle Whetstine, Jaden Schmid, Devin Lovetinsky, Connor Grinstead, Mason Westerhoff, Johnathan Jackson, Allison Golden and Courtney Chalupa, part of James Higdon’s Media Production Course, delivering the latest

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On today’s program we are talking with Mid-Prairie West Elementary Fourth Grade Teachers Mo Gingerich and Karen Bender about this year’s week-long Earth Day Unit.

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On today’s program we are talking with students from Sarah O’Rourke’s Mid-Prairie High School FCCLA Class Tyler Helmuth, Brynn Young, Bridget Fisher, Mya Miller, Madeline Schrader and Ethan Kos ahead of the Thursday Grand Opening of the

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On today’s program we are talking with Jeremy Ours, Director of Advancement at Hillcrest Academy about their annual Turkey Steak Supper Saturday at Hillcrest Union

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On today’s program we are talking with Louisa County Sheriff’s Deputies Quinton Whittaker and Nick Davis about the Lifesaving Award they received for their response to a call earlier this year. This is part 2 of a

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On today’s program we are talking with Louisa County Sheriff’s Deputies Quinton Whittaker and Nick Davis about the Lifesaving Award they received for their response to a call earlier this year. This is part 1 of a

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On today’s program we are talking with Dave Dickinson of Dickinson Excavating and Hauling about the appreciation meal for local firefighters that he organized.

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On today’s program we talk with Jordan Hill from the Crawfordsville Community Club about the schedule of events in Crawfordsville for Easter weekend.

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On today’s show we are talking with Fairfield High School students Brynley Allison, Danielle Breen, Delaney Breen, Kylie Martin, Sarah McAvan, Mallory Lyon and Anna Dunlap about their April 23rd Walk For Nohema Graber Event.

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On today’s program we are talking with Managing Director of the Kalona Historical Society Nancy Roth about their Spring Vendor Show and Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 16th

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On today’s program we are talking with Mid-Prairie High School Art Teacher Dain Jeppson and Mid-Prairie Senior Megan Lucas about the district’s spring art show starting April 11th at the Wellman Parkside YMCA

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On today’s program we are talking with Jim Millice, member of the Wellman Volunteer Fire Department since 1959, about being named Iowa Firefighter of the Year

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On today’s program we are talking with students and faculty from the Mid-Prairie Drama Department about their upcoming performances this weekend of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It”.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Brenda Reasor with the City of Wellman and the Wellman Skating Rink about their operation and upcoming fundraisers

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On today’s program we are talking with Brenda Reasor with the Wellman Skating Rink and the City of Wellman about their operation and upcoming fundraisers

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On today’s program we talk with local historian Carol Bean about her St. Patrick’s Day Presentation of Ainsworth Past to Present at the Ainsworth Community Opera House on Thursday

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On today’s program we’re talking with members of the Washington and Johnson County United Way about their Summership program.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Andrew McDonald, director of the Highland band, about the fine arts department’s trip to Disney World in Florida.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Cassidy Goodspeed with Adaptive Sports Iowa about their upcoming 3v3 wheelchair basketball tournament fundraiser at the Wellman Parkside YMCA March 26th

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On today’s program we’re talking with Mid-Prairie freshman Tuba Player Isabelle Duvall about her selection to the University of Iowa Honor Band

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On today’s program we’re talking with Tonia Poole Director of the Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce about their upcoming schedule of events.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Highland eighth grade student Gretta Piette who was named the Midwest region winner of the Gold Key at the 2022 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards at the Belin Blank Center for

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On today’s program we’re talking with Mark Schneider, Superintendent of Mid-Prairie Schools, about Tuesday’s district bond vote

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On today’s program we’re talking with Sigourney Mayor Jimmy Morlan about his first month in office.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Wellman-Scofield Public Library Director Erin Campbell about events happening at the library in February.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Highland students Brendan Schoebelen and Zoey Robidoux about advancing to the state large group speech contest.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Mid-Prairie students Ethan Bontrager, Avery Frede and Live Caskey about advancing to the state large group speech contest.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Kalona Public Library Director Trevor Sherping about events at the library in February.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Sigourney Mayor Jimmy Morlan about the city receiving a Community Development Block Grant for upper level housing improvements. 

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On today’s program we’re talking with The Wayland Child Care Organization Owner Lindi Jepson about the new child care facility coming to Wayland and receiving a child care grant from Governor Kim Reynolds.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Kalona Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Poole about an opportunity for businesses and residents to assist the Kalona Food Pantry in the month of February.

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On today’s program we’re talking with District 39 State Senator Kevin Kinney.

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On today’s program we’re talking with Lone Tree Mayor Josh Spilman about his first weeks as mayor.