Let's Talk Pella

Let’s Talk Pella – Public Works Director, Part Two

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 7:09

Pella Public Works Director Wilf Nixon discusses the latest with the department in part two of a two-part program.

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Public Works, Part One

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 6:28

Recently-hired Pella Public Works Director Wilf Nixon discusses his journey to Pella in part one of a two-part interview.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Dollars for Scholars Applications

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 5:25

Dan Van Kooten with Pella Dollars for Scholars discusses the application period that continues until February 28th. Find more details about the program here.

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Let’s Talk Pella – U.S. Senate Latest

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 8:36

Senator Chuck Grassley discusses the latest in Washington D.C. Hear more from Grassley this weekend on In Touch with South Central Iowa.

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Let's Talk Pella – Pella Christian Seniors Garrett Wielard and Julia Shmalcs Winterim Experience

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 7:50

Every year, Pella Christian students participate in unique classes, career exploration opportunities, and trips for their annual Winterim Experience. Pella Christian seniors Garrett Wielard and Julia Shmalcs spent their Winterim working at KNIA/KRLS Radio last week. Garrett

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Show Choir Season Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 6:54

Members of the Pella High School Varsity Show Choir Acapella preview the 2026 season.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Legislative Session Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 7:50

State Senator Ken Rozenboom discusses the 2026 session. More of the interview will air this weekend on In Touch with South Central Iowa.

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Let's Talk Pella – Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 8:11

Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins discusses the end of a busy holiday season, what they are doing to prepare for multiple events in the near future, and their upcoming performances.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Central College Year in Review, Part Two

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 7:50

Central College President Mark Putnam looks back at 2025 in part two of a two-part interview.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Central College Year in Review, Part One

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 9:07

Central College President Mark Putnam looks back at 2025.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Mayor DeWaard Year in Review, Part Two

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 15:16

Pella Mayor Don DeWaard discusses the year 2025 and preview what’s ahead in part two of a two part interview.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Mayor DeWaard Year in Review, Part One

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 6:39

Pella Mayor Don DeWaard discusses the year 2025 and preview what’s ahead in part one of a two part interview.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Honoring Mark De Jong, Part Two

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 20:17

Outgoing City Councilmember Mark DeJong discusses the end of his 48 years of service to the community.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Honoring Mark De Jong, Part One

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 10:40

On today’s program, hear a special feature about Mark De Jong’s final meeting with the Pella City Council after 48 years of service to the community.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Best Buddies Club at Pella High School

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 6:13

Best Buddies Club President Emerson Wogen discusses the group that creates friendships and other opportunities for students with developmental disabilities.

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Let's Talk Pella – Pella Christian Head of Schools Dan Zylstra

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 7:45

Pella Christian Head of Schools Dan Zylstra provides updates on the latest at Pella Christian Schools.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Skating at Caldwell Park (Special Christmas Eve Edition)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 6:09

On a special Christmas Eve edition of Let’s Talk Pella, Bob Zylstra with the Spirit of Pella and Pella Parks Director Chandler Nunnikhoven discuss ice skating at Caldwell Park and what the new chiller system is doing

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Let’s Talk Pella – Knights of Columbus Campaign for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 10:40

Aaron Bohn, Joe Lickteig, and Pat Bortscheller recap the Pella Knights of Columbus' 2025 Campaign for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities.

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Let's Talk Pella – Director of Home Health and Hospice at Pella Regional Health Center Erica Knell

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 8:41

Director of Home Health and Hospice at Pella Regional Health Center Erica Knell discusses the services provided by Hospice of Pella, Hospice/Palliative Care Month which is recognized in November, and volunteer opportunities at Hospice of Pella.

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Let's Talk Pella – 100+ Men Red Rock and Make-A-Wish

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 8:48

Vice-Chair of the Make-A-Wish Iowa Board Dan Huitink and Derek De Haan with 100+ Men Red Rock discuss the 100+ Men Red Rock's check donation to Make-A-Wish Iowa on Thursday.

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Let's Talk Pella – Winterim at Pella Christian High School

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 8:52

Pella Christian High School is kicking off the spring semester with a returning program. Audra Faber, Trixanna Wang, and Joni Vander Pol preview the 14th annual Winterim.

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Let's Talk Pella – Refugee Engagement and Support Alliance of Pella

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 7:12

Laura Reif and Noreen Vander Wal with the Refugee Engagement and Support Alliance of Pella discuss their organization and the resources they provide to refugees.

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Let's Talk Pella – Refugee Engagement and Support Alliance of Pella

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 8:03

Laura Reif and Noreen Vander Wal with the Refugee Engagement and Support Alliance of Pella discuss their organization and the resources they provide to refugees.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Schools Enrichment Foundation

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 9:15

Teresa Thompson with the Pella Schools Enrichment Foundation and Superintendent Greg Ebeling discuss the new non-profit supporting classrooms in the district. Find out how to give by scanning the QR Code below:

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella High School Winter Guard State Champions

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 8:09

The Captains of the Pella High School Winter Guard Carlyn Henry, Ellie Schlerman, Hailey Amos, Rinnah Hardeman, and Naomi Dunsbergen discuss their success at the Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association State Competition, and the program

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Let’s Talk Pella – Friends of the Pella Community Center Update

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 12:12

Arvin and Pati Van Zante discuss the latest with the Friends of the Pella Community Center and their ongoing effort to fundraise for upcoming renovations at the Pella Community Center.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Middle School Student Council, Part Two

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 4:46

Members of the Pella Middle School Student Council discuss their ongoing projects during the 2025-26 academic year in part one of a two-part interview. This includes Joanna VandeVoort, Addison Phillips, Lark Thomas, Maechen Cowman, Madelyn Mente, Harper

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Middle School Student Council, Part One

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 5:58

Members of the Pella Middle School Student Council discuss their ongoing projects during the 2025-26 academic year in part one of a two-part interview. This includes Joanna VandeVoort, Addison Phillips, Lark Thomas, Maechen Cowman, Madelyn Mente, Harper

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Fire Department Awards

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 5:47

Pella Fire Chief Randy Bogaard and Kodi Smith with AMKUS Rescue Systems discuss the awards event held this week at the Pella Fire Department.

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Let's Talk Pella – Kwik Star Ribbon Cutting

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 5:51

Kwik Star President and CEO Scott Zietlow discusses the recent store opening on the west side of Pella and the ribbon cutting ceremony held on Tuesday.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Christian Shine Dance Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 4:10

Bella De Haan and Jenna Vande Zande with Pella Christian Shine preview the ISDTA State Championship.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Forte State Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 5:44

Leaders from Pella Forte preview this week’s Iowa State Dance and Drill Team Association state competition.

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Let's Talk Pella – Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 7:55

Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins discusses their upcoming Christmas concerts throughout the month of December.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Community Ambulance Mental Health Program

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 9:25

Troy Bliss with Pella Community Ambulance and Tricia Vermeer with the Vermeer Charitable Foundation discuss a new mental health initiative for EMS personnel in Pella.

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Let's Talk Pella – Sounds of the Season

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 7:20

It's one month until Christmas, and the City of Pella has officially started celebrating. Hear the sounds of the season from the annual Tour of Stores held on Monday.

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Let's Talk Pella – Union Street Players and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 7:22

The cast of the Union Street Players' production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical! discuss their upcoming performances December 5th through the 13th.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Kempker’s True Value

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 5:25

Dustin Kempker with Kempker’s True Value and Andy Stoecken with Septagon Construction discuss the new hardware store coming to Pella in 2026 following a recent groundbreaking ceremony.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Community Foundation Grants

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 5:30

Pella Community Foundation President Mark Wiskus discusses their 2025-26 grant recipients.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Tulip Planting Update

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 6:40

Pella Parks Director Chandler Nunnikhoven discusses the 2026 spring bloom after tulip planting has wrapped up for city staff.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella High School Choir Winter Performances

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 5:08

Pella All-State Choir Selections Malachi Van Haaften, Abbie Brand, Joeley Helle, Chase Swenson, Riley Black discuss the upcoming winter performances for the various vocal music ensembles.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Schools Latest

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 10:10

Pella Schools Superintendent Greg Ebeling discusses the latest in the Pella Community School District.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella PD and Holiday Safety

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 7:38

Pella Police Captain Paul Haase discusses holiday season safety, the city’s snow ordinance, and the upcoming Holiday Heroes event.

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Let’s Talk Pella – 2026 Tulip Queen and Royal Court

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 10:48

The 2026 Tulip Queen and Royal Court discuss their selection to be the lead ambassadors for the 91st annual Tulip Time. This year’s court includes Queen Kenzie Kanis and attendants Lexi Terpstra, Abbie Brand, Addie Van Arendonk,

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Let's Talk Pella – Central College's “Season of Gratitude”

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 8:13

Central College Director of Engagement Mary Benedict discusses their annual “Season of Gratitude”, which promotes the importance of helping others during the holiday season.

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Let’s Talk Pella – All-State Band at Pella High School

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 5:01

Pella’s All-State Band honorees discuss next week’s IHSMA festival in Ames, including Leah Boualavong, Abby Kalkwarf, Isaac Steenhoek, Jaeda Van Zante, Noah VandeKieft, and Olivia White.

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Let's Talk Pella – Pella Christian High School All-State Music Selections

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 5:37

Pella Christian sophomore Emily Zylstra and junior Bella De Haan discuss being selected for the 2025 All-State Music Festival and the opportunity to represent Pella Christian at the November 20-22 festival.

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Special Edition News Magazine – 2026 Tulip Queen’s Announcement Party, Part Two

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 19:48

In part two of a two part conversation, Tulip Time Steering Committee Representative Jennifer Van Gorp, former Tulip Queen Juliana Schemm, Robin Vos with the Tulip Queen’s Announcement Party Committee, Master of Ceremonies Tom Vander Well, and

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella High School All-State Chorus Selections

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 6:10

Pella All-State Chorus Students Malachi Van Haaften, Abbie Brand, Joeley Helle, Chase Swenson, and Riley Black discuss the November 20-22 festival. The band will be featured on Thursday.

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Special Edition News Magazine – 2026 Tulip Queen’s Announcement Party, Part One

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 24:07

In part one of a two part conversation, Tulip Time Steering Committee Representative Jennifer Van Gorp, former Tulip Queen Juliana Schemm, Robin Vos with the Tulip Queen’s Announcement Party Committee, Master of Ceremonies Tom Vander Well, and

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Let’s Talk Pella – Central College Community Orchestra

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 6:35

Kris DeWild and Luci Laidlaw with the Central College Community Orchestra preview their November 17th concert.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Bands Fall to Winter Update

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 7:00

Pella Band Members Leah Boualavong, Abby Kalkwarf, Isaac Steenhoek, Noah VandeKieft, and Olivia White discuss the end of the Marching Band season, the upcoming Jazz Season, and the trip to Washington D.C.

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Let’s Talk Pella – Public Works Director, Part Two

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Public Works, Part One

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Dollars for Scholars Applications

Let’s Talk Pella – U.S. Senate Latest

Let's Talk Pella – Pella Christian Seniors Garrett Wielard and Julia Shmalcs Winterim Experience

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Show Choir Season Preview

Let’s Talk Pella – Legislative Session Preview

Let's Talk Pella – Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins

Let’s Talk Pella – Central College Year in Review, Part Two

Let’s Talk Pella – Central College Year in Review, Part One

Let’s Talk Pella – Mayor DeWaard Year in Review, Part Two

Let’s Talk Pella – Mayor DeWaard Year in Review, Part One

Let’s Talk Pella – Honoring Mark De Jong, Part Two

Let’s Talk Pella – Honoring Mark De Jong, Part One

Let’s Talk Pella – Best Buddies Club at Pella High School

Let's Talk Pella – Pella Christian Head of Schools Dan Zylstra

Let’s Talk Pella – Skating at Caldwell Park (Special Christmas Eve Edition)

Let’s Talk Pella – Knights of Columbus Campaign for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities Recap

Let's Talk Pella – Director of Home Health and Hospice at Pella Regional Health Center Erica Knell

Let's Talk Pella – 100+ Men Red Rock and Make-A-Wish

Let's Talk Pella – Winterim at Pella Christian High School

Let's Talk Pella – Refugee Engagement and Support Alliance of Pella

Let's Talk Pella – Refugee Engagement and Support Alliance of Pella

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Schools Enrichment Foundation

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella High School Winter Guard State Champions

Let’s Talk Pella – Friends of the Pella Community Center Update

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Middle School Student Council, Part Two

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Middle School Student Council, Part One

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Fire Department Awards

Let's Talk Pella – Kwik Star Ribbon Cutting

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Christian Shine Dance Preview

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Forte State Preview

Let's Talk Pella – Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Community Ambulance Mental Health Program

Let's Talk Pella – Sounds of the Season

Let's Talk Pella – Union Street Players and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Musical!

Let’s Talk Pella – Kempker’s True Value

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Let’s Talk Pella – Tulip Planting Update

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella High School Choir Winter Performances

Let’s Talk Pella – Pella Schools Latest

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Let’s Talk Pella – 2026 Tulip Queen and Royal Court

Let's Talk Pella – Central College's “Season of Gratitude”

Let’s Talk Pella – All-State Band at Pella High School

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Special Edition News Magazine – 2026 Tulip Queen’s Announcement Party, Part Two

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