Podcasts about Grant County

A program in Wisconsin that trains physical education teachers to serve students with disabilities is losing its federal grant. A cyberattack on a Wisconsin-based cell phone company is affecting phone service for thousands of people. And, the percentage of students at grade level for math at a school in Grant County is double the state average. Corrinne Hess will tell us how they did it.

This week, we sit down with Dr. Tina Root, a dedicated dentist with deep roots in Grant County. Growing up in Fairmount and competing in athletics at Madison-Grant, she knew she wanted to build a career where she could truly know the people she served. For 40 years, she's done just that—bringing personal, small-town care to dentistry, where patients are more than just a number. Beyond her passion for dentistry, Dr. Root leads an extraordinary daily routine that kicks off at an eye-popping 2:30 AM. Plus, she shares stories about life with her three energetic dogs, balancing work, wellness, and community connection.

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The miners believed Berry Way had murdered a man while robbing him. So they kidnapped the sheriff so he couldn't interfere, then empaneled their own DIY court of law, with the stated purpose of finding him guilty ... which, of course, they did. (Canyon City, Grant County; 1860s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1806a.berry-way-perry-mason-paint-your-wagon-498.html)

Dana Kenworthy has dedicated her professional career to serving the people of Indiana—in particular those who have been victims of abuse and neglect.Currently, she serves as a judge for the second circuit of the Indiana Court of Appeals, which is the second-highest court in the state. But prior to her appointment to the Court of Appeals, Judge Kenworthy served as deputy prosecutor in Grant County, where she concentrated on cases primarily involving child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence. She then served as a trial judge for 12 years—from 2010 to 2022—before her appointment to the Court of Appeals.Throughout her life, Judge Kenworthy has been guided by the saying “If you see something wrong, fix it.” She's applied this rule—one championed by her mother, her role model—to affect change on behalf of everyday Hoosiers. In recognition of her public service, pro bono work, and volunteer efforts, she has received the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence's Outstanding Prosecutor Award and the Indiana Pro Bono Commission's Randall T. Shepard Award. In this episode, Judge Kenworthy talks about her passion for justice and how our University's enduring values, embodied by Beneficence, have inspired her throughout her life. If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review to support the show. 

THE TOWN OF Long Creek developed in the late 1870s and early 1880s on the banks of Long Creek, one of the tributaries of the John Day River. It was, and is, a little north of the center of Grant County, a few dozen miles north-northwest of John Day and Canyon City. It was a prosperous little town, well positioned, and it grew relatively quickly to become one of the most promising settlements in Grant County, so much so that in 1891 the residents incorporated the town and started the process of trying to take over from then-fading Canyon City as county seat. But before anything could come of that, the town got flattened by the most intense cyclone in recorded Oregon history. And yeah, about that cyclone: One of the people who watched it descend upon the town gave what may actually be the earliest known eyewitness description of the creation of a “bomb cyclone.” ... (Long Creek, Grant County; 1890s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/2412e.long-creek-bomb-cyclone_682.511.html)

A state grant is helping Minnesota schools teach meat processing to students. Applications are now open for the MEAT grant, which stands for Meat Education and Training. In the first round of grants, $350,000 was dispersed across nine districts to establish or enhance meat cutting and butchery training. One of those districts was West Central Schools in Grant County. The district was granted $35,000 to support the purchase of a meat processing mobile trailer and provide up to 100 hours of hands-on training for one agriculture instructor at a local butcher shop.Eric Sawatzke is the high school agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at West Central Schools. He also helped create the state grant. He joined Minnesota Now to talk about teaching meat processing in schools.

In this episode, Colton Simpson takes us back to the Civil War era in Grant County, Kentucky. Discover the county's role during this tumultuous time, from local battles and divided loyalties to the stories of the soldiers and families who lived through it. Colton shares fascinating insights and lesser-known facts that shed light on how the Civil War shaped Grant County's history and community. Don't miss this deep dive into a pivotal chapter of Kentucky's past!https://www.facebook.com/HistoryofGrantCountyhttps://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

Cattle ranching is a nearly $20 million industry in Grant County. But it can take a serious environmental toll on the region’s land and waterways. Jack Southworth, a fourth-generation rancher in Seneca, has been practicing holistic land management since the 1980s. He’s planted willows to restore the streams on his property and worked with the Forest Service to sustainably graze his cattle in the summers, among other measures. Southworth gave us a tour of his land and talked about what he sees as the future of cattle ranching in 2023.

For years, Grant County sat on enough clean hydroelectricity to power more than a million homes. Then came the tech companies, interested in the cheap and plentiful electricity. They built data centers all over rural Washington to help fuel the modern internet. The data centers use so much energy that in the next few years, Washington state could struggle to keep up with local electricity needs. Washington’s new governor, Bob Ferguson, has taken notice. Last week, he signed an executive order to evaluate data centers’ impact on energy use, state tax revenue, and job creation. The executive order follows a Seattle Times and ProPublica investigation into the impacts of the state’s power-guzzling data center industry. The report looked into the sustainability of data centers, the jobs surrounding them, and a controversial tax incentive that helps them proliferate. Guests: Seattle Times investigative reporters Sydney Brownstone and Lulu Ramadan Related Links: WA governor orders team to study data centers’ energy, tax, jobs impact - The Seattle Times Data centers guzzle power, threatening WA’s clean energy push - The Seattle Times Gov. Bob Ferguson’s Executive Order - WA.gov Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Colton Simpson joins us to dive into the history of Grant County, Kentucky schools. From the early one-room schoolhouses to the development of the modern education system, Colton shares stories and insights that highlight the evolution of learning in this unique region. Discover how the schools shaped the community and the legacy they've left behind. This episode is a must-listen for history buffs and anyone passionate about education in Kentucky!https://www.facebook.com/HistoryofGrantCountyhttps://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

In this episode of the Marcus Oldham AgTalk Podcast, host David Cornish spoke with Andrew McGuire, an Extension Agronomist and Director for Grant County at Washington State University, about the intricacies of soil health. Andrew has been with WSU's Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources since 1999, focusing on sustainable agriculture practices, particularly soil health, cover cropping, and high-residue farming systems. His extensive research includes contributions like "Improving Soil Health in Pacific Northwest Potato Production: a Review" in the American Journal of Potato Research. Based in Moses Lake, Washington, Andrew also shares insights on soil, farming, and science under the handle @agronomistag. To learn more about Andrew McGuire's work, visit his WSU profile. The discussions on this podcast are for general information and education use only. These discussions should not be taken as constituting professional advice from the either AgTalk, Marcus Oldham College or our guests.  Marcus Oldham College, AgTalk or our podcasts guests are not liable for any loss caused, whether due to negligence or otherwise arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information provided directly or indirectly, by listening to this podcast.

Quem se lembra do thriller “A Rapariga no comboio”? Alguns livros mais tarde, a premiada autora britânica Paula Hawkins tem nova obra e fala sobre ela. E, claro, como estamos num podcast de recomendações, ficamos a saber 4 livros que recomenda. Os livros que escolheu: Small Mercies, Dennis Lehane; Clean (Limpa), Alia Trabucco Zeran; Clear, Carys Davies; The Echoes, Evie Wyld. Outra referências: When Women kill, Alia Trabucco Zerán Livros que tem em Portugal: A Rapariga no Comboio; Escrito na Água; Um Fogo Lento; A Hora Azul. O “pen name” que usou para romance: Amy Silver. Os que recomendei: Um Casamento Americano, Tayari Jones; Karin Slaughter: As séries Grant County e Will Trent, e o “standalone” Pretty Girls. Os livros aqui: www.wook.pt

Deer hunting is probably the number one hunting sport in the world. In the 2021/2022 season alone, more than 6 million deer were harvested in the United States. Most of those deer were never scored and a small percentage of them were scored and entered into a record book of some kind. Today, we'll revisit a story of a world record whitetail buck that was taken in 2006 in Grant County, Wisconsin.  We will hear from the mouth of the lucky hunter who was lucky enough to pull the trigger and down the massive buck. Then we'll hear how that buck became one of the most important things in another man's life and how it caused strife in his life before it finally pointed him to Jesus Christ.

Most Americans agree that the U.S. should prioritize renewable energy over fossil fuels. A recent Pew Research Center study puts that number at nearly 70 percent. Where the conversation gets divided is deciding where these renewable energy projects should go. Pete Moris, a Grant County resident, volunteers with a group hosting informational sessions in Southwest Wisconsin about wind energy projects. During these sessions, Pete has found that rural residents are growing more uncertain about the oncoming wind energy developments popping up around the state. He says regardless of your feelings around renewable energy, it's important to know all of the information and practice caution before signing a dotted line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Grant County; https://bit.ly/3PmOsWVThe Cabin is also presented by GHT; https://bit.ly/4hlhwuiCampfire Conversation:Buckle up for a wild ride through Wisconsin's most extreme experiences—where natural beauty meets pure adventure. Whether you're a seasoned adrenaline junkie or a weekend warrior looking to push your limits, this episode has something for everyone. Co-hosts Ana, Apurba, and Eric take you through water-splashing escapades, sky-high thrills, and ground-shaking land expeditions proving Wisconsin is much more than cheese and lakes.Prepare to discover hidden gems and adrenaline-pumping activities that will leave you breathless and eager for more. From the icy plunge of a Polar Plunge to the exhilarating rush of whitewater rafting on the Menominee River, each adventure promises unforgettable memories. Tune in and explore the thrilling side of Wisconsin that awaits around every corner! Your next adventure is just a heartbeat away…Inside Sponsors:Visit Lake Geneva; https://bit.ly/4hhUV1M

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Meet Vickie Conrad, a pastor and the director of Kids Hope that provides mentoring support at  Frances Slocum Elementary. She has called Grant County home since 2001. In this episode, Vickie shares her journey of finding a sense of belonging and encourages listeners to give any place three years to truly feel like home. Her biggest praise for Grant County? The people—true, genuine, and deeply caring for one another. Tune in to this story of mentorship, community, and the power of connection as Vickie reflects on her mission to lift others up and create a nurturing environment for children and families alike.

Here at the Mid-West Farm Report, we like to share the stories of farms that have been around for over 100 years. Nicholas Stanek with Blue River Mill Farm, out of Grant County, shares the story of his farm that started with his grandparents in 1923 after coming to Wisconsin from the Czech Republic. This story is brought to you by Compeer Financial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frank Gilbert Constable - elect of Big Rock Township which includes the city of Little Rock as well as rural areas south of the city. I was nominated by the Arkansas Libertarian Party and ran against a Republican candidate. Almost 75,000 votes were cast and I received more than 58%. Joined the Libertarian Party in 1982, but backslid and joined the Republican Liberty Caucus of the GOP a decade later. Elected Coroner of Grant County as a Republican in 1992, serving one term. By the turn of the century I was elected as an Independent candidate and served for eight years as Mayor of the Town of Tull Arkansas Libertarians gained ballot access in 2012. In that year, I was the first Libertarian to ever hold office in the state, becoming the Constable of Dekalb Township in Grant County for a single term. In that same election I unsuccessfully ran for a State Senate seat. Since that time I've run unsuccessfully for Governor, U. S. Senate, U. S. Congress, and Lt. Governor (twice). In 2022 my wife, Sharon and I moved to Little Rock and this year Thomas Turcol and I became the first Libertarians to win contested races in Arkansas.

A legal fight is brewing in Eastern Oregon where a coalition of timber interests is trying to block the sale of the only sawmill still operating in Grant County to Iron Triangle, a logging company in John Day. The Malheur Forest Fairness Coalition filed a federal lawsuit last year against Iron Triangle and the sawmill, Malheur Lumber, alleging that the two companies were conspiring to stifle competition. Although the suit was dismissed in September, it is currently being appealed, with the coalition threatening further legal action if the sale is pursued.    As first reported in The Blue Mountain Eagle, Malheur Lumber, announced in July it was shutting down after more than 40 years. It cited a range of factors that led to the decision, including difficulty hiring reliable workers and a lack of housing to recruit them. The company’s financial woes are emblematic of the state of the timber industry in Oregon where seven mills announced their closures this year. Bennett Hall is the editor of the Blue Mountain Eagle. He joins us to share his reporting on this issue and how federal assistance could once again offer a lifeline to timber operations in Grant County and the region.  

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --PEIA finalizes proposed increases for premiums and deductibles for state employees--NedPower is seeking to change out turbines at its Grant County wind farm--A LOT of folks are voting early in West Virginia with so far record turnout for the early vote--In Sports;  It's a football Friday with a rundown of high school matchups and WVU heads to the desert

Tony and Fingers recorded this special bonus episode of Eat Drink Smoke at the 2024 Grant County's Best BBQ Showdown -- held annually at the Mississinewa Cigar Company in Gas City, Indiana. The event raises money for Twin City We Care, an organization dedicated to making a "merrier' Christmas for the less fortunate in Gas City, Jonesboro and Mill Township, Indiana. The fellas reviewed the AVO Expressions -- and sampled some Old Forester 1924 Ten Year Old Whisky with Julian Miller, Mississinewa Cigar Company's Executive Bourbon Steward.  Other topics discussed this episode -- BBQ, and lots of it. Are we witnessing the end of Spirit Airlines? The Augusta National Golf Club made a major announcement about the 2025 Masters Tournament, as Americans continue to recover in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. All that and more on this bonus edition of Eat Drink Smoke! Follow Eat Drink Smoke on social media!X (Formerly Twitter): @GoEatDrinkSmokeFacebook: @eatdrinksmokeIG: @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! Apple PodcastsAmazon MusicStitcher SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this enlightening episode, we welcome author Connie Taylor to discuss her deeply researched book, "Voices That Echo from the Past: A Black History of Grant County, Kentucky." This groundbreaking work is a blend of genealogy and history, offering a comprehensive look at the lives of the colored population in Grant County from the era of slavery through emancipation, segregation, and the Civil Rights Era.Book: https://www.amazon.com/Voices-That-Echo-Past-Kentucky/dp/B0CW82KG38Our Links: https://linktr.ee/Kyhistorypod

The team welcomes Lindsey Dewitt, VP branch manager at Ruoff Mortgage. Born and raised in Grant County, Lindsey graduated from Oak Hill and, after a brief stint in El Paso, quickly realized there's no place like home. In this episode, Lindsey shares her deep love for her community, her dreams of making it an even better place to live, and how she unwinds with her husband, daughter, and pups!

The Margan family farm in Grant County, Wisconsin, has a rich history spanning over a century. Purchased by Paul's father in 1924 from his grandfather, the 120-acre farm originally featured a log cabin, a granary, and a chicken house. In 1935, the log cabin was replaced with a new house. The farm operated as a dairy farm, with Paul's mother raising chickens and maintaining large gardens, while hay, oats, and corn were grown to feed the animals. During the Great Depression, Paul's father even resorted to cutting tree limbs to feed the cows. Over the years, several improvements were made, including the addition of corn cribs, a garage, and a machine shed. Now, Paul, the last surviving sibling, oversees the farm, which he rents out to a neighbor. Receiving the Century Farm Award has been a meaningful recognition for Paul and his family, honoring the legacy of the farm and the memories created there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not long ago, the former gold-mining Blue Mountain boomtown was an incorporated city of one; it's grown 2,800 percent since. (Granite, Grant County; 1870s, 1880s, 1890s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/0905d_h105.granite-ghost-town.html)

Join hosts Jason Christian, Anthony Ballas, and Tim Jones as they discuss Herbert J. Biberman's iconic independent masterpiece Salt of the Earth (1954). The film is based on the real-life Empire Zinc strike in 1951 in Grant County, New Mexico, and was self-financed and made entirely outside the studio system using mostly non-professional actors, many of them actual miners playing versions of themselves. Jason compares the the film to Gillo Pontecorvo's 1966 masterpiece The Battle of Algiers in terms of its scrappy production, dialectical sctructure, and Marxist themes. (You can hear him gush about that film on another podcast, linked here.) Biberman was one of the Hollywood Ten and he was blacklisted, as were the screenwriter, Michael Wilson, and the producer, Paul Jarrico. The Hollywood apparatus and law enforcement attempted to sabotage the production of Salt of the Earth on numerous occasions, going as far as getting the lead actress, Rosaura Revueltas, deported to Mexico on trumped up charges. Although she was from a prominent family of artists and writers, she was blacklisted and never acted in another Mexican film.  As always please suscribe to the podcast if you like what you hear, and don't forget to leave us a review! Happy listening!  

Listen in as we welcome Matt Wilson, a Grant County boomerang, that made his way back for family. The team enjoyed learning about Matt's love for palindromes, alliterations, and music. The owner of Psychedelic Cellar, a record store located  in downtown Marion, shares with us how he chose the name of his business and the importance of being patient.

In a recent visit to Morris, MPR senior economics contributor Chris Farrell visited several small businesses in the area. One of those businesses is Lakeside Prairie Farm in nearby Barrett, about half an hour north of Morris. Lakeside Prairie is owned by Bryan and Jessie Simons. Their farm business? A goat grazing service. And it's become very successful.Farrell joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about their niche business.

WWL welcomes guest host Bobby Browder as we interview Sheriff Del Garcia. Listen in as we learn how Del landed in Grant County. A child of immigrant parents - his family found their way here when he was 5 years old. The team learns how he found his purpose - to serve people - and his journey to his position today.

In October 2022, Grant County Sheriff Todd McKinley arrested Ricky Snodgrass, a U.S. Forest Service employee who was leading a prescribed burn that jumped to private land and burned roughly 20 acres. In February of this year, a grand jury indicted Snodgrass on a misdemeanor count of reckless burning. His case was then moved to federal court, where it was dismissed last week. The case was a particularly striking example of longstanding tensions between federal agencies and local communities in rural Oregon. Conrad Wilson is a reporter covering criminal justice and legal affairs for OPB. He joins us with more details on the case.

Scott, Alicia, and Iris welcome  Bridgette Boswell to the show. Rooted in Grant County, Bridget talks about family, self-care, and the importance of remaining steadfast in your vision. She shares about the journey of opening Milk + Honey, a coffee shop located in Converse and learning the importance of always making customers feel heard and seen.

Josh Bowlin joins Scott, Alicia and Kylie this week.  We learn about how this born and bred Grant County boy traveled the world from land locked Indiana to Africa, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Hear about how their family of six has made the transition back to central Indiana.

Nearly 160 years ago this month, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in Washington D.C. Witnesses to the tragic event on April 14, 1865 may have included several Hoosiers who claimed to be at Ford's Theatre. In the decades following the shooting, residents of Indiana towns and cities including Dayton in Tippecanoe County, Ladoga in Montgomery County, Jonesboro in Grant County and Aurora on the Ohio River – as well as Indianapolis – were interviewed by newspapers about what they witnessed. Or claimed to have seen. During our show, we will explore these reports, including some involving Hoosiers who even said they helped carry the fatally injured president's body to a house across the street, where he was pronounced dead the following morning, April 15. We also will explore the reaction in the Hoosier state to the shocking news that the Great Emancipator, who lived in southern Indiana from ages 7 to 21, had been slain just after the Civil War ended.

Miner William Aldred, traveling to a rumored bonanza in Idaho with five dozen other miners, found two gold mines on the way — but couldn't get the other miners to stay with him to work them. Luckily, one of the two mines was still unclaimed on their return. (Prairie City, Grant County; 1860s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1907e.prospectors-turned-backs-on-two-fortunes-558.html)

Landowners and federal agencies in rural Oregon don’t always have the best relationships, especially when it comes to fire management. But as first reported in the Blue Mountain Eagle newspaper, landowners and managers in Grant County have been working with state and federal agencies to reduce wildfire risk. The Top Road Fuel Break project would clear vegetation from a stretch of public land that abuts private homes and ranches — both reducing the amount of potential fuel for future wildfires and protecting the surrounding communities. James Osborne is the fire management officer for the Bureau of Land Management’s Prineville District. Irene Jerome has long served as the Firewise coordinator for Grant County. And Bill Newman is the manager of Top Ranch, near Monument. They were all involved in the project, and join us to share more details.

Scott, Alicia, and Kylie are joined this week by Amanda Cruea- a local Paramedic, Entrepreneur and Non-Profit Founder. Amanda is a lifer, born and raised in Grant County. She's an Oak Hill grad that never wanted to leave her small town roots. Get ready to learn about the winding road of how Amanda's passions have led her to the life she has today.

Buckle up - you are in for some fun! WWL welcomes Jeremy Hite to the show. Moving to Grant County to attend IWU, Jeremy made this his home. Listen in as Jeremy shares his love for the county, fried foods, Disney, and teaches us to order the “Jeremy” at Starbucks.

This week on the show John Kruse talks to 1.  Jason Brooks who has some great advice for turkey hunters 2.  Chris Donley with WDFW about plans to introduce bull trout into Sullivan Lake in NE Washington 3.  Bob Loomis who shares some great kokanee destinations in Idaho 4.  Russ Baker with Limit Out Peformance Marine who previews the upcoming Pro-Am and Big Bass tournaments taking place in Grant County, Washington at Potholes Reservoir. www.northwesternoutdoors.com www.bigbasstrail.com  (the place to register for the bass tournaments by April 21st)

Jeff hosted. Jake, Phil and the impatient 'boujee native' Tyler were there, too. Energetic special guest Terry Carter, treasure hunter, truth seeker and YouTuber @TerryCartertreasurehunter. Get your hard-hitting news and help us bring America back together. Get your hard-hitting news and help us bring America back together.American Fork: American Fork High School student and track star, Daniel Simmons, broke the 5000 meter race record by 18 seconds. Congratulations Daniel. Good luck at BYU. Also, body of adventurer extraordinaire Jordan Boone, former high school mate of yours truly, found in Grant County. RIP Jordan.Utah: Turns out Brine Shrimp are not the only species living in the Great Salt Lake. There is a species of roundworm living there also. So neat!National: US House votes to ban TikTok. We're one step closer to data security… right? Be careful with this bill. Also, the Alec Baldwin case gets spicier. Guns and props and props and guns and safety.World: Phil is driving to Texas to see the total solar eclipse on April 8. Weird things expected to happen. Animals freak out when an eclipse happens. National Guard in some locations are being deployed. Is the end of the world going to happen this time?Galactic: SpaceX's Starship launch was a success. Or was it? Phil thinks it wasn't. Did we even make it to moon bro? Meanwhile, Japan's test rocket explodes within thousands of feet after launch.Terry Carter: Terry shared with us some amazing stories from his treasure hunts.Find us at americanforked.com. You can donate to help support the show at patreon.com/americanforked. Please rate us on iTunes and Apple Podcasts. Send an email to info@americanforked.com with a screenshot of your review and we'll send you a special gift. Also, call or text our voice line at (385)323-0684.

Jeff hosted. Jake, Phil and the impatient 'boujee native' Tyler were there, too. Energetic special guest Terry Carter, treasure hunter, truth seeker and YouTuber @TerryCartertreasurehunter. Get your hard-hitting news and help us bring America back together. Get your hard-hitting news and help us bring America back together.American Fork: American Fork High School student and track star, Daniel Simmons, broke the 5000 meter race record by 18 seconds. Congratulations Daniel. Good luck at BYU. Also, body of adventurer extraordinaire Jordan Boone, former high school mate of yours truly, found in Grant County. RIP Jordan.Utah: Turns out Brine Shrimp are not the only species living in the Great Salt Lake. There is a species of roundworm living there also. So neat!National: US House votes to ban TikTok. We're one step closer to data security… right? Be careful with this bill. Also, the Alec Baldwin case gets spicier. Guns and props and props and guns and safety.World: Phil is driving to Texas to see the total solar eclipse on April 8. Weird things expected to happen. Animals freak out when an eclipse happens. National Guard in some locations are being deployed. Is the end of the world going to happen this time?Galactic: SpaceX's Starship launch was a success. Or was it? Phil thinks it wasn't. Did we even make it to moon bro? Meanwhile, Japan's test rocket explodes within thousands of feet after launch.Terry Carter: Terry teased us with a few amazing stories from his treasure hunts. Stay tuned for pt.2 next week.Find us at americanforked.com. You can donate to help support the show at patreon.com/americanforked. Please rate us on iTunes and Apple Podcasts. Send an email to info@americanforked.com with a screenshot of your review and we'll send you a special gift. Also, call or text our voice line at (385)323-0684.

This week on the show John Kruse chats with 1.  Brooks Hansen with Camp Chef about the pellet grill they have built exclusively for Sportsman's Warehouse 2.  Melanie Jones with the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council about the Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show taking place March 14th thru the 17th in Spokane 3.  Russ Baker with Limit Out Performance Marine and the Big Bass Trail about three big tournaments he's bringing to Potholes Reservoir in Eastern Washington's Grant County this spring www.northwesternoutdoors.com www.bigbasstrail.com www.inwc.org www.campchef.com www.sportsmans.com     

On the east end of downtown Indianapolis, there was a community (or "barrio") of Mexican families during the 1940s and '50s. During the 1960s and '70s, camps in the farm fields of Grant County and Howard County were set up for migrant workers, most of them of Mexican or other Latino heritage. So there were urban as well as rural residents of Latino heritage in the Hoosier state during the mid and late 1900s. In our rotating series about ethnic heritage in Indiana that has focused on heritage groups ranging from Germans and Irish to Ukrainians and Koreans, Hoosier History Live will follow up a show in 2018 about the Mexican communities in northwest Indiana during the 1920s. The guests on that show included Nicole Martinez-LeGrand of the Indiana Historical Society, who will return to share insights about the subsequent evolution of Latinos during the mid and late 1900s. Nicole is the co-author of "Hoosier Latinos: A Century of Struggle, Service and Success" (Indiana Historical Society Press); her ancestors came from Mexico to the Indiana Harbor area of Lake County as early as 1918. Steel companies in northwest Indiana recruited Mexican immigrants as workers, with a barrio established in the Indiana Harbor area of East Chicago.

Clayton Soultz is a fifth-generation resident of Grant County, Indiana. He was raised the son of a Wesleyan pastor, and became a libertarian while earning his economics degree at Indiana Wesleyan University. Clayton is the chair of his local county affiliate of the libertarian party, secretary of the state affiliate, and just became the first elected libertarian in Grant County history by winning a seat on the Jonesboro city council. He is also the secretary of his local church, and lives in Jonesboro with his wife and 3-year old son.

Today's guest on the She Impacts Culture podcast is Wendy Puffer, Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Marion Design Co., a social design studio committed to the revitalization of downtown Marion through empowering community assets. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of faith in action, the significance of presence, and breathing new life into cities! In this episode, we specifically chat through:Designing a life of purposeThe transformative power of presenceReshaping perceptionsNurturing authentic connections within communities Friends, if you find yourself in a season of wanting to revitalize your city, community, or work, this episode is a must-listen. Wendy's insights and experiences offer a roadmap to inspire change and impact. Wendy's journey of faith intersecting with design to breathe new life into Marion, Indiana, will encourage you! Her story is a testament to the transformative power of faith in action to nurture stronger communities.Connect with Wendy:Website: https://www.mariondesign.co/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mariondesigncoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariondesignco/Wendy Puffer, NCIDQ, is the Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Marion Design Co., social design studio committed to the revitalization of downtown Marion through empowering community assets. Her design staff of professionals and interns have created design throughout the city such as the Marion City Brand and Marion Health's (MGH) recent rebrand and hosted events such as the Marion Made Fashion Show and Market. As a licensed interior designer, her design is scattered throughout Grant County and beyond. She launched two design programs at IWU; Interior Design and Design for Social Impact. As a professor, she led teams to paint murals on the Sweetser Cafe and on Converse Mainstreet, directed eight teams to build temporary facade designs on the downtown square, and co-launched Marion Design Co. with design colleagues in 2016. She earned a Design Thinking MFA in 2016 which expanded her collaborative offerings to empowering business and organizations to creatively solve “wicked problems” through innovative solutions. She's been married to Dr. Keith Puffer, IWU Psychology Professor for 36 years and has three adult children located in New York, Los Angeles, and Indianapolis.

Settlers in John Day in the late 1800s learned the healer of Kam Wah Chung could cure diseases others couldn't; all his patients survived the fatal Spanish Flu epidemic in 1919. (John Day, Grant County; 1880s, 1890s, 1900s. 1910s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1406d.doc-hay-lung-on.html)

The American south has been a hostile place for Black people for much of this country's history. In the 1840s, some Black families decided to look for something better. They undertook a dangerous journey to the north and west to Indiana, and one of the most notable places where they settled was in Grant County, northeast of Indianapolis. Two of the families who ended up there were the Weavers and the Pettifords. The families and their descendants are the subject of the documentary “Rooted In Love, Lifted in Strength” from Loving Life Productions. LaKesha Lorene is the producer of the documentary, and Charo Speikes-Boyd is president of the Pettiford-Weaver Family Trust. They spoke to WFYI's Ray Steele about the family's legacy and an upcoming screening of the documentary at the Spirit & Place Festival in Indianapolis. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily.  Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts.

In this month's series, I detail crimes that happened on school campuses. In 1996, a 14-year-old walked into his 8th-grade math class and opened fire.  This early school shooting would shock his community and spark a nationwide debate about violence in the media, school bullying, mental health, and gun control.  But what was the real reason Barry Loukaitis brought terror to his classroom?  Sources:  State v. Loukaitis, Appeal from the Superior Court for Grant County, Decided July 2, 1996.  https://casetext.com/case/state-v-loukaitis Teacher Tells Court Of Classroom Horror Witness Describes Negotiating With An Armed Loukaitis, Finally Subduing Him, The Spokesman-Review, Sept. 5, 1997.  https://www.spokesman.com/stories/1997/sep/05/teacher-tells-court-of-classroom-horror-witness/ A teacher and two students die in shooting rampage at Frontier Junior High School in Moses Lake on February 2, 1996, HistoryLink.org, 2/7/2020 https://www.historylink.org/File/20965 Full letter from Jon Lane, the teacher who tackled Moses Lake school shooter, KIRO7.com News, 2/28/2018 https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/full-letter-from-jon-lane-teacher-whotackled-moses-lake-school-shooter/708789938/ Scarred By Killings, Moses Lake Asks: ''What Has This Town Become?'' | The Seattle Times  Media Links:  Natural Born Killers - Trailer https://youtu.be/XpLKNclOtLg?si=XAJxF31AkCcRJTWN Natural Born Killers - Copycat crimes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_Born_Killers_copycat_crimes Rage by Richard Bachman/Stephen King:  https://archive.org/stream/standthe/Rage_djvu.txt Stephen King: Why the U.S. must introduce limited gun controls, Feb 7, 2013 https://www.theguardian.com/books/2013/feb/01/stephen-king-pulled-book-gun-controls Links:  Once Upon a Crime on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OnceUponACrimePodcast Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, ad-free episodes, and members-only perks! www.patreon.com/onceuponacrime