Let's Talk Pella

Pella Christian Grade School Principal Ben Dirksen discusses his new career opportunity at Chicago Christian Schools and his time at Pella Christian over the last five years.

Pella Superintendent Greg Ebeling discusses the latest Pella School Board meeting.

Students Elliana Schlerman, Trisin Plants, and Malachi VanHaaften with the Business Professionals of America Pella Chapter discuss qualifying for the National Conference.

After hosting students from Greijdanus High School in October, Pella Christian High School students Maggie Vos, Sydney Bruxvoort, Greta Vos, and Maria Meinders discuss their trip to the Netherlands, which is happening now through March 27th.

2026 Tulip Queen Kenzie Kanis and Royal Court Members Riley Braafhart, Addie Van Arendonk, Abbie Brand, and Lexi Terpstra preview the annual debut performance on Tuesday, March 24th at the Pella Opera House and their upcoming promotion

The owner of the group responsible for operating the Pella Municipal Airport was recently honored for his work in teaching others how to fly. Shane Vande Voort has been awarded as the Iowa Certified Flight Instructor of

Marion County Bank's Board of Directors has announced that Klint Korver, currently serving as Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Marion County Bank.

The World Food Prize Foundation continued their 2026 tour across Iowa with CEO Tom Vilsack visiting Pella High School and the Pella Area Community & Economic Alliance late last week. Hear more from the former Iowa Governor

Vermeer CEO and President Jason Andringa and Vice President of Operations Mindi Vanden Bosch discuss the latest at the company outside of their upcoming expansion in Bondurant. Hear more about that move here.

Vermeer CEO and President Jason Andringa and Vice President of Operations at Vermeer Corporation Mindi Vanden Bosch discuss their expansion to Bondurant.

Bob Zylstra and Terry Kleven with the Pella Ice Sports Association discuss free lessons at Caldwell Park today and March 5th at 4:30 p.m. for youth ages 10 and younger.

Sidewalk Prophets Lead Singer Dave Frey discusses their upcoming performance at the Pella Opera House on Saturday, March 7th.

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

Tulip Time Steering Committee Co-Chairs Wes Chaplin and Eric Recker preview the 91st annual Tulip Time celebration. Find details about the festival, including how to volunteer, at the Pella Historical website.

KNIA/KRLS Intern Brody Ferrell caught up with Bruce Boertje and Scott Van Den Berg to discuss the History of Pella Cinemas, ahead of the movie theatre's re-opening on Friday.

KNIA/KRLS Intern Brody Ferrell caught up with Bruce Boertje and Scott Van Den Berg to discuss the History of Pella Cinemas, ahead of the movie theatre's re-opening on Friday.

Pella Christian Head of Schools Dan Zylstra discusses the school registration process, their search for elementary school and middle school principals, and the upcoming pie auction on February 27th.

Pella High School Robotics Team Members Meav Swank, Chetan Vanam, Isaac Steenhoek, and Atharv Gurnani discuss the Bionic Dutch and their third consecutive trip to state. The FTC Iowa Robotics Championships will be held in Coralville on

Lyndon Norton, Olivia White, Elias Fisher, and Eric Buckingham discuss the two All-State Speech nominations earned by Pella High School from the Iowa High School Speech Association.

Director of Early Childhood Learning Sarah Kuennen and Lincoln Elementary Principal Margaret Kirkwold discuss upcoming informational nights about the 2026-27 school year registration period that starts on March 2nd. Find more details at the Pella Schools website.

Director of Early Childhood Learning Sarah Kuennen and Lincoln Elementary Principal Margaret Kirkwold discuss upcoming informational nights about the 2026-27 school year registration period that starts on March 2nd. Find more details at the Pella Schools website.

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

Pella Historical Museums Director Jessi Galligan discusses the wrap up to their Winterim programs this month and the re-opening of the Historical Village in the spring.

Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins previews their upcoming events at the Opera House.

New City of Pella Recreation Director Spencer Winzenried discusses his role in the community.

Central College President Mark Putnam discusses a series of bills introduced in the Iowa Legislature.

State Senator Ken Rozenboom discusses his upcoming retirement and the latest in the Iowa Statehouse.

The next superintendent of the Pella Community School District is Dr. Kyle Koeppen. He discusses his decision to accept the offer of the Pella School Board and his upcoming transition to the community this summer.

Pella School Board President Elisa Klahsen discusses the hiring of Dr. Kyle Koeppen as the next superintendent of the Pella Community School District.

Russ Van Wyk and Sandra Fancher with the Gene Van Wyk Memorial, discuss the Bench Press Championships they held last month and 19th annual and final 5k Memorial Run/Walk in April.

Total Rewards Communications Manager at Pella Corporation Meredith Gallivan discusses the grand opening of the Pella Corporation Wellness Center and its purpose for Pella Corporation team members.

histles Flower Market Owner Alie Muller-Heit has founded Garden Square Chocolatier, which recently has added small-batch truffles and bars to the store as its own separate brand from.

Youth Services Librarian Katie Dreyer discusses winter activities at the Pella Public Library.

Lilly Lehr and Melissa Zula discuss the Pella Community Food Shelf's Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser coming up on February 28th.

Pella Christian High School seniors Paxton Bouma and Kate Braafhart discuss being crowned Homecoming Queen and King and their time on Eagle Lane.

Karen Eischen and Mary Mansfield with the PACE Alliance discuss the latest with the organization.

Students Keegan Juffer, Maggie Vos, and Kenzie Kanis recap their experiences with the 14th annual Winterim at Pella Christian High School.

Representative Barb Kniff McCulla discusses the latest with the Iowa Legislative Session.

Lily Heesch was 1st place among all who submitted essays for awards from both the Pella and Pella Christian School Districts in the American Legion Post 89 annual contest.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Central College President Mark Putnam looks back at 2025.

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

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