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On today’s program, we’re speaking with outgoing Sigourney Superintendent Kevin Hatfield on the school district’s search for a new superintendent. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith about the city’s plans for 2026. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith about the progress made by the city in 2025. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Iowa redshirt freshman linebacker and Winfield-Mt. Union graduate Cam Buffington ahead of the Hawkeyes’ New Year’s Eve bowl game against Vanderbilt.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about the city’s 2025, and taking a look ahead toward 2026.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with the only and only Santa Claus, as he makes his preparations for Christmas Day 2025.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lake Darling Park Ranger Zach Haworth about the upcoming First Day Hike, and catching up on what else is going on at the lake heading into the new year.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Public Library Director Olivia Kahler about the library’s 2025, and looking ahead to 2026. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Public Library Director Olivia Kahler about the library’s 2025, and looking ahead to 2026. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Old Threshers CEO Terry McWilliams about the Festival of Lights.

On today’s program, we’re catching up with Wellman Public Library Director Carrie Geno about the library’s 2025, and what they have planned for 2026.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Iowa DOT Winter Operations Administrator Craig Bargfrede about driving safely when sharing the roads with snow plows following a winter weather event.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Dance Coach Brenna Hutson about the team’s performance at state, and the work that goes into putting together a routine.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Karen Dennler of the Crawfordsville Community Club about their upcoming Crawfordsville Christmas Creations event.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Poole about last weekend’s Christmas in Kalona, and the chamber’s plans for the rest of 2025.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Jace Elliott, state deer biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, about chronic wasting disease in white-tailed deer.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about the most recent Kalona City Council meeting. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about the most recent meeting of the Kalona City Council. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Middle School Counselor Laura Schmitt about the school district’s collaboration with the Kalona YMCA for the Christmas Assistance Program.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie Vocal Director Collette McClellan and some of her choir students about the upcoming Madrigal Dinner, held later this month. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Mid-Prairie Vocal Director Collette McClellan about the upcoming Madrigal Dinner, held later this month. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Nancy Roth at the Kalona Historical Village about their upcoming events, and why you should consider visiting this holiday season.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with 4-H County Youth Coordinator Ashley Yedlik about the activities of the Keokuk County 4-H program.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with local farm manager Tye Rinner about local turkey production in southeast Iowa.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie High School students involved with the ProStart Culinary program about their studies and recent event at Cafe Dodici.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Family & Consumer Sciences teacher Glenda Seward about the ProStart culinary program and their recent event at Cafe Dodici in Washington.

On today's program, we're speaking with Field Agronomist Virgil Schmitt about this year’s soybean and corn harvest.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Community School District Transportation Director Teresa Hartley about bus driver safety ahead of the winter season.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Washington County Environmental Health Director Jason Taylor about Thanksgiving food safety.

On today’s program, we’re talking with Dr. Cody Branstad of the Keota Veterinary Clinic about preparing livestock and other animals for the winter months ahead.

On today's program, we're talking to Washington County Engineer Jacob Thorius on how his department is preparing for the winter season.

On today's program, we're talking to Keota Mayor-elect Ryan Carr about his victory in last Tuesday's election. This is part two of a two-part interview.

On today's program, we're talking to Keota Mayor-elect Ryan Carr about his victory in last Tuesday's election. This is part one of a two-part interview.

On today's program, we're talking to Darren Brown of Tribulations and Trust Ministries about their upcoming annual fundraiser.

On today's program, we're talking to Sigourney Community School District Superintendent Kevin Hatfield about the next steps for the projects proposed in the district’s failed bond referendum.

On today's program, we're talking to Lone Tree Superintendent Tyler Hotz about the approval of the district's Physical Plant and Equipment Levy renewal last Tuesday.

On today's program, we're talking to newly re-elected Riverside mayor Allen Schneider about Tuesday's election, including voter approval on the $8 million bond for a new wellness center in the city.

On today's program, we're talking to the cast of Highland High School's production of “Mean Girls,” which will hit the stage this weekend.

On today's program, we're talking to Jessica Hart, Natalie Silbaugh and Mikayla Tackaberry, the directors for Hillcrest Academy's production of “Willy Wonka,” which will be performed this weekend.

On today's program, we're talking to Nancy Schmidt about the 120th Annual West Chester Community Church Election Night Supper.

On today's program, we're talking to Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about ongoing projects with the city, including the purchase of land which the city hopes to eventually turn into a new emergency management center.

On today's program, we're talking to Henry Beisheim, who is seeking a seat on the Kalona City Council. Also on the ballot are Joe Schmidt, Eileen Beran, and Taylor Yeggy-Berg. KCII News has a program with each candidate

On today's program, we're talking to Taylor Yeggy-Berg, who is seeking a seat on the Kalona City Council. Also on the ballot are Henry Beisheim, Eileen Beran, and Joe Schmidt. KCII News will have a program with

On today's program, we're talking to Joe Schmidt, who is seeking a seat on the Kalona City Council. Also on the ballot are Henry Beisheim, Eileen Beran, and Taylor Yeggy-Berg. KCII News will have a program with

On today's program, we're talking to Eileen Beran, who is seeking a seat on the Kalona City Council. Also on the ballot are Henry Beisheim, Joe Schmidt, and Taylor Yeggy-Berg. KCII News will have a program with

On today's program, we're talking to Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith about tonight's open house on the Wellness Center bond referendum.

On today’s program, I am talking with Washington Track and Field Coach Steve Roth about the screening of The Track Guy movie to be held Sunday in Washington.

On today's program, we're talking to Pleasantview Benefit Sale Committee Member Warren Yoder about preparations for the sale next week.

On today's program, we're talking to Iowa Department of Natural Resources Upland Wildlife Biologist Todd Bogenschutz about Iowa's upcoming centennial pheasant hunting season.

On today's program, we're talking to HACAP Communications Director Chris Ackman about what the organization's food reservoir is doing to prepare for potential delays in SNAP benefits amidst the ongoing federal government shutdown.

On today's program, we're talking to Columbus Community School District Activities Director Michael Aragon about the post-renovation debut of the school's football field.