Let's Talk Greene County

Greene County Development Corporation President Scott Weber joins us for part two of our two part series talking about developments in their business parks and commending the work from their Interim Director Michelle Book.

Greene County Development Corporation President Scott Weber joins us for part of our two part series as today we talk about the new partnership with the Ames Regional Economic Alliance (AREA).

Greene County Action Resource Center (ARC) Manager Shirley Haupert talks about the increasing numbers of people using the food pantry, along with the new Healthy Kids Iowa program and requesting donations of youth clothing and summer produce.

Jefferson Matters Executive Director Matt Wetrich gives us an update.

Greene County Fair Board President Jack Williams and Vice President Katlynn Mechaelsen join us for part two of our two part series.

Greene County Fair Board President Jack Williams and Vice President Katlynn Mechaelsen join us for part one of our two part series to talk about the upcoming Fair Board related activities and programs at the county fair.

Greene County ISU Extension 4-H and Youth Coordinator Samantha Hardaway joins us for part two of our two part series talking about the Greene County Fair 4-H-related activities and shows.

Greene County ISU Extension 4-H and Youth Coordinator Samantha Hardaway joins us for part one of our two part series on everything 4-H related at the Greene County Fair this week.

Jefferson Parks and Rec Assistant Director Henry Pohlmeyer goes over the July and some of the August programs.

Iowa’s Third Congressional District Representative Zach Nunn joins us for part two of our two part series.

US House Representative for Iowa’s Third Congressional Third Zach Nunn joins us for part one of our two part series.

Greene County School District Superintendent Brett Abbotts joins us for part two of our two part series.

Greene County School District Superintendent Brett Abbotts joins us for part one of our two part series.

Jefferson Matters Director Matt Wetrich gives us an update.

Jefferson City Administrator Scott Peterson gives us an update from Tuesday’s city council meeting, as well as some other city-related projects and topics.

Jefferson Youth Services Librarian Bailey Mount gives us an update on some of the late June and July programming.

Greene County Public Health Director Shelby Cooklin talks about the updates from the CDC with changes to Covid recommendations and replacing all of the ACIP Committee, along with information about ticks and sunscreen with the Sun Safety

Kirsten Carman reflects on her 36 years in education as an English teacher, coach and head of the yearbook.

Jefferson Matters Director Matt Wetrich gives us an update.

Retiring Greene County Elementary PE Teacher Sean Thompson sits down with Raccoon Valley Radio and reflects on his 32 years in education.

Jefferson City Administrator Scott Peterson joins us to finish the second of our two part series.

Jefferson City Administrator Scott Peterson joins us for part one of our two part series as we review topics from last week’s city council meeting.

Greene County Farmers Market Manager Jean Walker previews the first market of the year that is tomorrow.

Bell Tower Festival Committee Chair Philip Heisterkamp gives us a rundown of what tonight’s and tomorrow’s lineup of activities at the festival are going to be in the second of our two part series.

Bell Tower Festival Committee Chair Philip Heisterkamp gives us an update of the activities for tonight and tomorrow evening of the Bell Tower Festival.

Greene County ISU Extension Director Jeff Lamoureux and 4-H and Youth Coordinator Samantha Hardaway give us an update.

Greene County Conservation Director Tanner Scheuermann gives us an update.

Katlynn Mechaelsen and Samantha Hardaway talk about the first-ever Greene County Gamble that is taking place this weekend.

Bell Tower Festival Chair Philip Heisterkamp talks about this year’s theme, as well as the returning attractions from last year, and everything that people can sign up for competitions. Plus, there’s a new fundraiser for the festival

Greene County Historical Society Co-Director Mike Piepel talks about some of the upcoming programs, activities during the Greene County Fair, a facade grant and having murals done on the exterior of the museum.

Iowa DNR Conservation Officer Aron Arthur talks about the boating season, fishing along the Raccoon River, Free Fishing Weekend this weekend, as well as a couple of youth fishing tournaments in Greene County.

Deb Marquardt, who is a volunteer that is helping with Saturday’s Paton Sesquicentennial event, joins us for part two of our two part series.

Deb Marquardt is a volunteer that is helping with the Paton Sesquicentennial that is happening this Saturday. She joins us for part one of a two part series talking about the activities that are going on.

Jefferson Matters Director Matt Wetrich gives us an update.

Jefferson Parks and Recreation Assistant Director Henry Pohlmeyer joins us for part two of our two part series as we review the final list of programs happening in June.

Jefferson Parks and Rec Assistant Director Henry Pohlmeyer joins us for part one of our two part series about the upcoming programming for June.

Multicultural Family Resource Center Director Sara Huddleston looks back on her one year of employment and is currently underway with a fundraising campaign to continue her success with individuals and families in Greene County.

Iowa’s Third Congressional District Representative Zach Nunn talks to us about the newly passed Reconciliation Bill from the House, along with his thoughts on the recent gift of a jet from Qatar to President Donald Trump and

Bike Ride Around Greene County Committee Member Dan Meythaler gives information about tomorrow’s 5th annual event.

Churdan Library Director Shari Minnehan talks about impacts their library could see if the federal government follows through with reducing grants and funding streams that libraries receive.

Karlee Fagerlind, Hailey Carman, and Daniele Madsen are going to be singing the National Anthem on Saturday at the State Track and Field Meet Finals, as well as receive their awards at the Iowa High School Musical

District 24 Senator Jesse Green joins us for part two of our two part series as we wrap up the legislative session.

District 24 State Senator Jesse Green joins us for part one of our two part series to close out the 2025 Iowa Legislative session.

Tower View Team Chair Deb McGinn talks about the recently installed Art Garden, upcoming community mural projects, as well as Art on the Plaza event and Porch Fest coming up in July.

Jefferson City Administrator Scott Peterson reviews some topics from Tuesday night’s city council meeting and gives updates on other city-related projects.

Jefferson Police Chief highlights National Police Week, as well as information regarding National Bike Safety Awareness Month, National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and be more alert as motorists for more kids to be outside when the school

Jefferson Building Official and Code Enforcer Chad Stevens goes over several city programs and an update on the Rural Housing Readiness Assessment progress,

Certified Financial Planner Tim Heisterkamp with Journey Financial, reviews information about the first quarter figures on the overall Gross Domestic Product and gives advice to those investing in their retirement accounts.

Jefferson Matters Executive Director Matt Wetrich gives us an update.

Greene County ISU Extension Director Jeff Lamoureux and 4-H and Youth Coordinator Samantha Hardaway give us an update on programming.

Greene County School District Activities Director David Wright goes over this year’s induction class for the Fine Arts Hall of Fame that is taking place this Saturday at 6pm in the high school auditorium.