In Touch with Southeast Iowa airs Monday through Friday on KCII Radio.
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On today’s program, we’re speaking with Tom Marsh about an upcoming presentation on the United States Calvary at the Kalona Historical Village on Thursday, May 21st, starting at 6 p.m.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland High School junior Riviera Foley, who has qualified for the Microsoft Office Specialist National Championship in Nashville, Tennessee June 15-17th, 2026.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Public Library Director Olivia Kahler about the library’s summer reading program, beginning in June.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Columbus Junction Public Library Director Mandy Grimm about the library’s upcoming summer reading program, and other summer activities.

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

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re talking to Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about the property tax bill recently passed by the Iowa Legislature, and what it could mean for Kalona and Washington County residents. This is the second

On today’s program, we’re talking to Kalona City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh about the property tax bill recently passed by the Iowa Legislature, and what it could mean for Kalona and Washington County residents. This is the first-part

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Columbus Community School District science teacher Tessa Pugh about her science classes’ plant sale raising funds for the school’s courtyard area and outdoor classroom.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Courage Ride Director Leora Houghton about the upcoming Courage Ride, August 8th in Iowa City, raising funds for sarcoma research. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Courage Ride Director Leora Houghton about the upcoming Courage Ride, August 8th in Iowa City, raising funds for sarcoma research. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Pool about this year’s Kalona Farmer’s Market, set to return this Saturday.

On today’s program, we’re talking to Yoder Family Farms owner Chad Yoder about his farm’s recent acquisition of a Choose Iowa Value-Added Grant. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re talking to Yoder Family Farms owner Chad Yoder about his farm’s recent acquisition of a Choose Iowa Value-Added Grant. 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 most recent city council meeting, including the passing of the FY2027 budget. 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 most recent city council meeting, including the passing of the FY2027 budget. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re talking to Keota FFA alumni and current Iowa State freshman Isaac Striegel, who has been elected Southeast District Vice President for Iowa FFA for the 2026/2027 year. This is the second part of

On today’s program, we’re talking to Keota FFA alumni and current Iowa State freshman Isaac Striegel, who has been elected Southeast District Vice President for Iowa FFA for the 2026/2027 year. This is the first part of

On today’s program, KCII’s Zach Ulin speaks with Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Official of the Year Steve Klein. This is the second part part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, KCII’s Zach Ulin speaks with Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union Official of the Year Steve Klein. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith on recent goings on in the city of Riverside, including the upcoming budget hearing and updates on the wellness center and CDBG Downtown Revitalization project. This

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith on recent goings on in the city of Riverside, including the upcoming budget hearing and updates on the wellness center and CDBG Downtown Revitalization project. This

On today’s program, we’re speaking with race organizer Caleb Wilson ahead of this year’s Kalona Horseshoe bike race, set to be held on May 9th. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with race organizer Caleb Wilson ahead of this year’s Kalona Horseshoe bike race, set to be held on May 9th.

On today’s program, KCII’s Zach Ulin talks with Highland soccer alumni Jared Diaz and Jaydee Macareno, both of whom have gone on to play at the college level. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, KCII’s Zach Ulin talks with Highland soccer alumni Jared Diaz and Jaydee Macareno, both of whom have gone on to play at the college level. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Caylon DeVaul, who is set to become the next 7-12 building principal at the WACO Community School District pending board approval.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Emily Belvel of the Keokuk County extension office about upcoming programming, including the Master Conservation program starting in April.

On today’s program, KCII’s Zach Ulin catches up with Mid-Prairie Activities Director Pete Cavanaugh as he gives KCII a walkthrough of the school’s new weight room facility.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Hillcrest Academy Vocal Music instructor Mikayla Tackaberry about the Hillcrest Touring Choir’s upcoming events, including their trip to Canada in May.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Iowa State Climatologist Justin Glisan about recent weather conditions in southeastern Iowa. This is the second part of a two part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Jolene Cerka, St. James archery coach, about starting up several archery programs in the area and her role as coach. This is the second part of a two part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Jolene Cerka, St. James archery coach, about starting up several archery programs in the area and her role as coach. This is the first part of a two part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Kalona Chamber of Commerce Director Tonia Poole about the upcoming Kalona Home Show this weekend.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Lana Artz-McComb with Louisa County Conservation about upcoming summer programming.

On today’s program we talk with Riverside City Administrator Cole Smith about the recent city council meeting and updates on city projects.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with new Hillcrest Academy Dean of Students Emma Brenneman about her new role at Hillcrest, her educational background, and what she’s excited for as she steps into the position.

On today’s program we talk with Food and Nutrition coordinator Rachel Cerny about the new “Fuel Our Classrooms” snack program at Highland.

On today’s program we’re talking with Highland Elementary teachers Madi Osman, Cam Larson and Ashley Van Buren about the weekly Art, Music, and PE program.

On today’s In Touch with Southeast Iowa program we speak with local historian Mike Zahs about a historic meal being held in Kalona this week. This is part two of a two-part program.

On today’s In Touch with Southeast Iowa program we speak with local historian Mike Zahs about a historic meal being held in Kalona this week. This is part one of a two-part program.

Today we’re on the phone with Tom Carey, the guidance counselor at Hillcrest Academy, to talk about a recent three-on-three basketball tournament with the students.

On this episode we speak with recent FFA Proficiency Awards winner Cole Walmsley of Lone Tree High School, and with Lone Tree FFA advisor Payton Lorack.

Today we are speaking with the recently hired Head of School at Hillcrest Academy, Nate Miller.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland Activities Director Jody Fink about some legislation recently introduced regarding non-contact periods in high school athletics, and the benefits of participating in multiple activities in high school. This is the

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Highland Activities Director Jody Fink about some legislation recently introduced regarding non-contact periods in high school athletics, and the benefits of participating in multiple activities in high school. This is the

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Troy Pugh about Columbus Junction’s recent Saint David’s Day celebrations last weekend.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Dance seniors Ariel Kaufmann, Drea McCain, Paige Malichski, and Meadow Flynn about their recent trip to Orlando for the Dance Team Union nationals. This is the second part of a

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Mid-Prairie Dance Coach Brenna Hutson about the team’s trip to Orlando for the Dance Team Union Nationals last month. This is the first part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with current Sigourney School District Superintendent Kevin Hatfield about the selection of Nathan Wood as the district’s next superintendent, beginning this July. This is the second part of a two-part interview.

On today’s program, we’re speaking with current Sigourney School District Superintendent Kevin Hatfield about the selection of Nathan Wood as the district’s next superintendent, beginning this July. This is the first part of a two-part interview.