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The Germans, Czechs, and the Making of Texas I live in Central Texas in an area called the Hill Country. We have an old saying that if you drive far enough through the Hill Country, you'll eventually find three things:a church steeple,a dance hall,and the smell of barbecue smoke drifting across the fields. But behind those familiar, almost stereotypical, Texas scenes lies a deeper story. A story carried across oceans by immigrants who arrived with little more than trunks, tools, family Bibles, recipes, songs, and hope. During the 1800s, thousands of Germans, Czechs, Poles, and other Europeans came to Texas searching for something they could not find in the Old World:land…freedom…and the chance to build a new life. And in doing so, they helped shape the Texas we know today. This is the story of the Germans, the Czechs, and their role in the making of Texas. THE JOURNEY TO TEXAS For many immigrants, Europe in the mid-1800s was a difficult place. Germany was divided into small kingdoms and states. Political unrest swept through Europe after the revolutions of 1848. Economic hardship and land shortages left many families struggling to survive. Meanwhile, in the Austro-Hungarian territories, Czech farmers and laborers faced poverty, overcrowding, and limited opportunity. Then came the stories about Texas. Cheap land.Open skies.Fertile soil.A place where a man might own property for the first time in his life. For many families, the journey began with a crowded ship crossing the Atlantic.Then came the rough Gulf waters to Galveston or Indianola.After that…weeks of travel by wagon, horseback, or simply on foot into the interior of Texas. The Texas they found was not easy. There were droughts.Floods.Disease.Isolation.And the constant challenge of carving homes and farms out of untamed land. But they endured..... This is their story.....
On this episode of The Rundown we come back at you with another great episode! This week in our MemberTraxx player of the week we feature junior Addison Leonard from Farmington High School! We keep the train rolling with another great Minnesota colligate program that is hot! The College of St. Benedict - Bennie's are MIAC regular season and conference tournament championships! We catch up with their head coach Rachael Click to recap their amazing 2026 campaign as she continues the journey with her team at the NCAA DIII National Tournament down in Indianola, IA as they battle it out in the regional bracket this weekend! It is another great episode of The Rundown! Thank you for listening!
What does it look like to trade a four-acre homestead and a 35-year postal career for life on the road in a vintage 1999 diesel pusher named Elsa?In this episode, Kimberly sits down with full-time RVers Kelly Freeman and Dane Mulligan — a musician-jewelry-maker duo who spent nearly five years traveling coast to coast, playing Harley dealerships, staying at Harvest Hosts, surviving ice storms, and discovering that the best adventures are the ones you never planned. From ghost encounters in Civil War country to a pitch-black night at the Grand Canyon, this conversation is warm, funny, and deeply real. Dane also shares what's next for his band Opium Western, currently recording at The Mansion in Branson, and Kelly reveals her dream of opening a jewelry shop in Eureka Springs.Song credits:Make Me Love ULyrics and music: DaneMusic Dane and Steve FroeseRecorded at Mansion StudiosBranson, MOFeb 2026Engineered, mixed and co-produced by Christopher OmartianTimestamps:0:00 – Introduction — Meet Kelly Freeman and Dane Mulligan, full-time RVers and creative couple now based in the Ozarks.0:27 – Life on the Road — Elsa the '99 Safari Zanzibar, full-time RVing since 2021, and why the Ozarks became home base.4:57 – How It All Started — COVID as a fork in the road, Kelly's retirement from the Postal Service, and how Craigslist led them to Elsa.8:22 – Dane's Music Career — Ten years playing the region, van life before the RV, and how music drove the whole journey.22:02 – The Sound of Dane Mulligan — Kelly describes Dane's music, the tone-chasing obsession, and why his classic rock makes you wanna dance.25:06 – Gigging on the Road — Boondocking behind clubs, Harley dealerships as a touring circuit, and the providence of the road.43:45 – Favorite Places & Adventures — The Grand Canyon at sunset, Tombstone at midnight, ghost encounters in Cleveland TN, and getting trapped in the Crescent Hotel elevator.58:58 – Where to Find Dane & Kelly — Opium Western's upcoming record, danemulligan.com, Soul Creations jewelry, and the dream Eureka Springs shop.Links & Resources mentioned:Dane Mulligan music & Opium Western: http://danemulligan.comKelly's jewelry: Soul Creations by K. Dawn — find her at Dane's showsRecording at The Mansion, Branson, MO (formerly the Wayne Newton Theater)Harvest Hosts: http://harvesthosts.comBB King Museum, Indianola, MS — a top Harvest Host stopCrazy Craig's Tree House, Branson, MOCrescent Hotel, Eureka Springs, AR — ghost tours on the 4th floorAtkins Automotive, Cleveland, TN — shoutout to Dwayne!Are you a digital nomad or want to be? Check out http://AnchoredinFreedomSummit.comJoin the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.
Today's Peoples Bank Let's Talk Indianola features Director of Simpson Student Media, Mark Siebert.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola City Manager, Jake Meshke.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Cody and Cassi Sinclair with Lee Adams discussing the Spruce Street Townhome Project groundbreaking.
In this episode of Even Better, host Sinikka Waugh is joined by artist and community advocate Kristy Evans for a deeply moving conversation about letting go of control and embracing what comes next. Kristy shares her remarkable journey from teaching to art after unexpected health challenges reshaped her life, and how creativity became both a healing practice and a path toward self‑discovery. Together, they explore the emotional landscape of career transitions, the grief, the growth, and the courage it takes to be new at something again. Kristy reflects on the values that continue to anchor her, the role of play and curiosity in rebuilding identity, and her passion for fostering community through art. Whether you're navigating change, seeking purpose, or simply learning to loosen your grip, this conversation offers honesty, encouragement, and a reminder that beautiful things can emerge when we finally let go. -- Kristy Evans is a mixed media artist from Indianola, Iowa. She began painting in 2019. After nearly 20 years as a high school English teacher and swim coach, Kristy left the classroom with health issues and pivoted into art: "Life Part 2." At age 49, she became a student, learning about abstract art, painting daily, and embracing a creative process that progresses through play. (*fabulous follow-up: health issues resolved!) Kristy has taken a wide array of online art courses. In Central Iowa, she has participated in many art festivals and shared her work in several libraries. In 2025, Simpson College hosted a solo show at the Art & Design Gallery in January; Ankeny's Art Center showed her work in June/July; "Iowa Artists on Display" in Downtown Des Moines at 801 Grand also features her work in two spaces. You can... Subscribe to her email newsletter (only 1 per month, promise!) at the bottom of any page on her website: http://KristyEvansArt.com Email questions to KristyEvansArt@gmail.com Follow on social media: Instagram: @Kristy.Evans.Art Facebook: KristyEvansArt2
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Wellness Campus Operations Coordinator Diane Thomas.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Head Golf Professional at Indianola Golf Club, Jason Marvelli.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Simpson College’s Seth Andersen.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Warren County Board of Supervisors Chair, Brian Arnold.
Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Mar. 18, include: firefighters report improving conditions as crews battle four major wildfires across central and western Nebraska, Indianola fire chief talks about battling 'exploding' Eastern Red Cedar trees, farmers and ranchers face heavy losses as fires destroy grazing land, livestock and property, Brady Public Schools resumes classes as community supports wildfire recovery, Nebraska Athletics plans to donate spring football game ticket proceeds to wildfire relief, lawmakers debate proposed pay raise for governor and other state officials, senators approve bill granting maternity leave to certain correctional workers and state troopers, Douglas County sheriff candidate appeals removal from ballot to Nebraska Supreme Court.
Today's Peoples Bank Let's Talk Indianola features part two from two representatives from Indianola Midday Connection.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features two representatives from Indianola Midday Connection.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola’s Buffalo Wild Wings go Franchise Owner, Matt King.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Noon Lions active member, Rick Wilson.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Community School District Superintendent, Tara Paul.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Pageturners Bookstore Store Owner, Kathy Magruder.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Mayor, Steve Richardson.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Officer Ross Marshall and Indianola Police Chief Rob Hawkins.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Municipal Utilities General Manager, Chris DesPlanques.
The State Department saying the first U.S. evacuation flight departed on Wednesday. Israel says it will begin reopening its main international airport on Thursday for incoming flights. This is as civilians are scrambling to leave the Middle East as the war with Iran ramps up, with evacuation flights carrying thousands of passengers out of the region.Senators rejected a push from Democrats on Wednesday to limit President Trump's military authority amid ongoing operations in Iran. All Republicans except Senator Rand Paul rejected the Democrat measure. The only Democrat to vote with Republicans was Senator John Fetterman. A similar vote is expected to be forced in the House, with support for either side of the aisle still unclear, but a few Democrats are expected to reject it.The Pentagon identified the last 2 of 6 soldiers killed in Operation Epic Fury.The Department of War confirming the death of Major Jeffrey O'Brien of Indianola, Iowa. The department believes the 6th soldier to be Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan of Sacramento, California. A medical examiner will complete a positive identification.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Warren County’s Thrive Iowa Community Coordinator, Sarah Downard
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola City Manager, Jake Meshke.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features cast members of Carousel Theatre of Indianola’s production of Steve Martin’s The Underpants.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola’s Chief of Culture and Recreation, Doug Byland.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features part two with Iowa State Rep. Brooke Boden.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Iowa State Rep. Brooke Boden.
Today’s Let’s Talk Indianola features Warren County Board of Supervisor, Brian Arnold.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Warren County Fair’s Alyssa Preston.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Noon Lions member, Patty Alexander.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola City Manager, Jake Meshke.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Police Chief Rob Hawkins.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Robotics members, Jackson Middleton and Aiden Barber.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Rotary Club President, Terry Pauling.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Feed & Foster Owner, Erin Freeburg.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Director of Simpson Student Media, Mark Siebert.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Child Services Librarian, Janice Comer.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Superintendent, Tara Paul.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianaola City Manager Jake Meshke.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Mayor Steve Richardson.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Kristy Brouillet and Director of Chamber Experience, Haley Swanson.
Today’s Peoples Bank Indianola features part two of an interview with Iowa State Representative Brooke Boden.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Iowa Representative Brooke Boden.
Today’s Peoples Bank Indianola features Short Years Diaper Bank Program Manager, Erin Paugh.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Warren County Fair Grandstand Chairman, Blake Reynolds.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features part two of the interview with Buffalo Wild Wings Go Indianola franchise owner, Matt King.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola Buffalo Wild Wings Go Franchise Owner, Matt King.
Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Rotary Club of Indianola President, Terry Pauling.
In the latest edition of the Ankeny Fanatic weekly podcast sponsored by Legacy Realty of Iowa and Revive Dermatology Clinic and Spa, publisher Dan Holm interviews former Indianola and Iowa pitcher Duncan Davitt about his ascension through minor league baseball, his prospects for making it to the big leagues with the Chicago White Sox in 2026, and his part-time job as a sports journalist for the Indianola Independent Advocate.
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