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Knoxville, Iowa

Marion County Treasurer Michaela Bigaouette discusses the upcoming property tax deadline.

Bev Grimes and Dixie Roorda with the Knoxville Federated Garden Club discuss the group and their upcoming Garden Gala happening April 11th. Registration for the event runs through Friday.

Knoxville Community School District Business Manager Craig Mobley recaps Monday night’s Knoxville School Board meeting.

Kay’s Kupcakes Owner Helen Wares discusses her new location after a ribbon cutting was held on March 13th.

Pat Finan with Helping Hands Food Pantry in Knoxville discusses ongoing volunteer and donation needs.

Knoxville Airport Manager Katie Shawver discusses an upcoming fuel farm project and an aviation scholarship opportunity.

Pawsitivley Thrifty owner Leslie VanderLinden discusses the new thrift store after their ribbon cutting held last week.

Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s city council updates and provides updates on city projects.

Marion County Recorder Naomi Ellis and Passport Agent Carrie Morgan discuss passport applications and ways to protect yourself from passport scams.

Marion County United Way Board Member Kamryn Ryan discusses the United Way’s Giving Gala happening March 28th.

Marion County Public Health Nurse Judi Van Hulzen discusses spring break safety.

Knoxville Fire Chief Cal Wyman discusses burn safety.

KCSD Superintendent Cassi Pearson and Business Manager Craig Mobley recap Monday night’s Knoxville School Board meeting.

Knoxville Chamber of Commerce Director Megan Bennett discusses the chamber annual meeting happening Thursday, March 26th.

Part two of our segment with Knoxville Economic Development Director Christopher Watkins discussing city project updates.

Part one with Knoxville Economic Development Director Christopher Watkins discussing updates on City projects.

Knoxville Public Library Adult Services Librarian Cari Meissner discusses the library’s March calendar.

Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s Knoxville City Council meeting.

Marion County Public Health Director Linsey Spoelstra discusses the Healthy Hometowns initative aimed at addressing cancer rates in Iowa.

Knoxville High School Drama Sponsor Jessica Duffy discusses the spring play, Hadestown: Teen Edition which opens Friday.

Sosia Duffy with the Mint ‘N More Foundation discusses the Knoxville Community Garden

Part two of our two part segment with KCSD Superintendent Cassi Pearson and Business Manager Craig Mobley recapping Monday night’s Knoxville School Board meeting.

KCSD Superintendent Cassi Pearson and Business Manager Craig Mobley recap Monday night’s Knoxville School Board meeting in part one of a two part segment.

Knoxville Raceway General Manager Jason Reed discusses offseason preparations for the upcoming race season.

We caught up with Erica Kaufman of Clarksville, IN after she picked up her new Corvette ZO2 Corvette convertible from the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Museum sweepstakes last Monday.

Weiler President and CEO Pat Weiler discusses Weiler’s expansion project.

Knoxville High School Band Director Zach Collins discusses the recent successes of the jazz band department.

City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s Knoxville City Council meeting.

Knoxville American Legion Post Commander Curt Froyen discusses a new event put on by the Marion County Commission of Veterans Affairs happening Wednesday called Comrade Coffee.

Knoxville Racing Charitable Organization (KRCO) President Brooke Nott discusses their annual fundraiser happening Saturday, February 28th.

Marion County Board of Supervisors Chair Kisha Jahner discusses county updates and her candidacy for reelection in part two of a two part segment.

Marion County Board of Supervisors Chair Kisha Jahner discusses county updates and the recent salary study in part one of a two part segment.

KCSD Superintendent Cassi Pearson and Business Manager Craig Mobley recap Monday night’s Knoxville School Board meeting.

Part two of our segment with Knoxville Planning and Zoning Administrator Nathan Parch as he discusses Knoxville project updates.

Knoxville Planning and Zoning Administrator Nathan Parch discusses current and upcoming projects in part one of a two part segment.

Part two of our segment with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Marion County as Lydia McCombs and Ashtin Wells discuss upcoming events, 2026 country fair prep, and ways to get involved in 4-H.

Lydia McCombs and Ashtin Wells with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Marion County discuss upcoming events and offseason fair preparation in part one of a two part segment.

Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s Knoxville City Council meeting.

Knoxville Public Library Adult Services Librarian Cari Meissner discusses the library’s February calendar.

Marion County Engineer Tyler Christian discusses upcoming county road projects and updates with the Junction 92 project.

Knoxville Hospital and Clinics CEO Kevin Kincaid discusses hospital updates and priorities for 2026.

Marion County Public Health Nurse Judi Van Hulzen discusses Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and the Care for Yourself screening program.

Knoxville Community School District Superintendent Cassi Parson recaps Monday night’s Knoxville School Board meeting.

LifeServe Blood Center Territory Representative Mikala Niemeier discusses annual Blood Donor Month, how LifeServe impacts our local communities, how crucial blood donation is, and what you need to know before you donate blood.

Anna Humeston with the Knoxville chapter of Freedom for Youth discusses the upcoming Dream Big mommy/son and daddy/daughter dances on February 6th and 7th.

Knoxville Hospital and Clinics CEO Kevin Kincaid discusses healthcare legislative priorities for 2026 and hospital updates in part one of a two part segment.

Northstar Elementary fifth grade student Annalise Flattery reads her essay which was selected as the winner of the American Legion Flag Essay Contest held at Northstar on Tuesday.

Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s Knoxville City Council meeting.

Kwik Trip Inc. President and CEO Scott Zietlow talks with KNIA/KRLS after the ribbon cutting of the new Knoxville Kwik Star store on Wednesday.

Knoxville Police Sergeant Jordon Beier, Marion County Sheriff Lieutenant Justin Kingery and Knoxville Police Officer Cody Nichol discuss a large scale Active Attack Integrated Response training held on January 3rd and 4th.

Paula Arkema with IMPACT Community Action Partnership discusses the organization and their Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) program.