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Adam Steen, Republican candidate for governor and former director of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services, discusses the Republican gubernatorial primary, his campaign and what he hopes to accomplish.

We discuss with Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Jeremy King.

On today's program, we're talking to Iowa Department of Natural Resources Upland Wildlife Biologist Todd Bogenschutz about Iowa's upcoming centennial pheasant hunting season.

Join us for another episode of The Fenceline as we spotlight Good Farm Neighbor Award winner — the Ebaugh family. This episode is presented in partnership with WHO Radio and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. In this episode of Fenceline, we hear from the 201st Good Farm Neighbor Award winners, Jeremy and Sara Ebaugh, about their dairy operation, along our Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. For more information, visit www.supportfarmers.com.

We discuss with Iowa Department of Natural Resources Interpretive Naturalist and Educator Anne Riordan.

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, speaks with Carrie Mears, Chief Investment Specialist at the Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services. Carrie offers a rare regulatory perspective on how insurance investment oversight is evolving—touching on key topics like NAIC reforms, the restructuring of the Valuation of Securities Task Force, and the growing influence of private credit on insurer portfolios.   The conversation dives into the challenges of transparency, capital treatment, and risk assessment in today's complex investment landscape. Carrie also shares insights from her roles at both the NAIC and the IAIS, offering a global lens on regulatory frameworks and their implications for CIOs, portfolio managers, and other insurance investment professionals. It's an informative, accessible episode filled with practical insights for anyone navigating the intersection of regulation and insurance asset management.

Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Aron Arthur joins us for part two of our two part series.

Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Aron Arthur joins us for part one of our two part series.

Marissa Eyanson, Director of Behavioral Health for the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, shares how her department is breaking down silos between its behavioral health and disability service systems to make it easier for Iowans to access care; Dr. Paul Petersen, Director of the Emergency Preparedness Program with the Tennessee Department of Health, explains how his state teamed up with ASTHO to strengthen its Healthcare Resource Tracking System (HRTS) and support emergency preparedness efforts; on September 16th, PHIG Partners Public Health Data Modernization Implementation Center Program will hold the first of two Q&A sessions on Wave 2 applications; and Thursday, September 18th, ASTHO will host its second session in its three-part Succession Planning series to help public health agencies develop a more resilient workforce. Iowa HHS: State of Iowa Launches New Behavioral Health and Disability Services Systems ASTHO Resource: Public Health Preparedness PHIG Partners: Public Health Data Modernization IC Program Wave 2 Q&A (Session 1) ASTHO Webinar: Succession Planning Part 2 of 3: Laying the Groundwork  

Welcome to EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource. I'm Cynthia Rowland, and episode 135 is the 24th in a series of "Nonprofit Quick Tip" episodes focusing on the details of state registrations of nonprofit corporations. Today, with the help of Joe Hilliard, we look at the basic state filing requirements for nonprofit corporations operating in Idaho and Iowa. In previous episodes, we discussed filing in Delaware and California, which are the most frequently used by our clients, most of whom have a connection with California. Earlier episodes have covered 43 states and the District of Columbia. After today's episodes, the only remaining states are Kansas, Missouri, Montana, and Nebraska. You can find all prior episodes on our website or on Farella's YouTube channel, where a playlist is available for state filing requirements. Show Notes: Farella YouTube podcast channel Iowa: Iowa Secretary of State Business Services Homepage: https://sos.iowa.gov/business-services Iowa Current Entity Search: https://sos.iowa.gov/search/business/search.aspx Iowa Business Entity FAQ: https://sos.iowa.gov/businesses/business-faqs Iowa Business Entity Forms and Fees: https://sos.iowa.gov/businesses/business-entity-forms-and-fees Iowa Domestic Nonprofit Articles FAQ: https://www.legis.iowa.gov/DOCS/ACO/IC/LINC/Section.504.202.pdf Iowa Application for Certificate of Authority (Nonprofit) Form: https://sos.iowa.gov/business/pdf/635_0106.pdf Iowa Annual Report FAQ: https://help.sos.iowa.gov/how-do-i-file-biennial-report Iowa Secretary of State Nonprofit FAQ: https://sos.iowa.gov/businesses/forming-nonprofit-nonprofit-resources Iowa Attorney General Nonprofit FAQ: https://www.iowaattorneygeneral.gov/for-businesses/professional-fundraisers-and-charity-information--registration/organizing-a-non-profit Iowa Attorney General Charity FAQ: https://www.iowaattorneygeneral.gov/for-businesses/professional-fundraisers-and-charity-information--registration Iowa Department of Revenue Exempt Entities FAQ: https://revenue.iowa.gov/taxes/tax-guidance/sales-use-excise-tax/sales-use-tax-guide/nonprofit-entities The Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Resource Center: https://inrc.law.uiowa.edu/ Idaho: Idaho Secretary of State Business Homepage: https://sosbiz.idaho.gov/ Idaho Secretary of State current entity database: https://sosbiz.idaho.gov/search/business Idaho Online Forms Page: https://sosbiz.idaho.gov/forms/business Idaho Paper Forms Page: https://sos.idaho.gov/business-forms/ Idaho State Tax Commission Sales Tax Website: https://tax.idaho.gov/ Idaho Nonprofit Center: https://www.idahononprofits.org/ If you have suggestions for topics you would like us to discuss, please email us at eoradioshow@fbm.com. Additional episodes can be found at EORadioShowByFarella.com. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as, legal advice or opinion.

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is investigating an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in central Iowa that has resulted in one death.

Join us for another episode of The Fenceline as we spotlight the latest Good Farm Neighbor Award winners — the Clark and Gieselman families. This episode is presented in partnership with WHO Radio and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.We'll hear from award recipients Mike & Cristen Clark and Paul & Sara Gieselman, along with special guest, Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig.For more information, visit www.supportfarmers.com.

On today's program, we're talking to Iowa Department of Transportation Engineer Christy Van Buskirk about construction projects in the month of September. 

Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Aron Arthur talks about boating safety during the Labor Day holiday, along with the upcoming hunting seasons this weekend and in September.

Iowa Department of Natural Resources forester Mark Vitosh shares his tips and tricks to tree identification.

We discuss with Iowa Department of Natural Resources Natural Technician 1 Reaghan Oakleaf.

Send us a textIn this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny interview James Stout and Shane Sawyer from the Iowa Department of Workforce Development, focusing on Home Base Iowa, a veteran relocation incentive program.The four discuss the benefits of veteran relocation to Iowa and Clinton County, the associated incentives, the application process, and upcoming Veteran Success Fairs.Contact James and Shane for more information about the 2025 Veteran Success Fairs!james.stout@iwd.iowa.govshane.sawyer@iwd.iowa.govHome Base Iowa is seamlessly integrated into IowaWORKS, the state's largest jobs bank and a resource for finding careers across the state. Veterans receive personalized career assistance, and Iowa employers gain access to powerful tools and a database of qualified veteran resumes.Clinton County, Iowa, has been a Home Base Iowa County since 2016. As one of the early adopters, Clinton County has helped nearly 70 veterans, supporting the workforce needs of our region's largest employers.For more details about Home Base Iowa and the local incentives available, feel free to contact Andy Sokolovich at 563-242-5702 or email asokolovich@growclinton.com.To find out how you can promote your member business or organization on the podcast, contact the Grow Clinton office at 563.242.5702 or visit us online at www.GrowClinton.com.Grow Clinton's mission is to promote business growth, build community, and support the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed another case of measles in an adult residing in Western Iowa.

[Non]conscious Influence: Understanding and Addressing Implicit BiasImplicit bias, or non-conscious bias, affects decision-making through stereotype activation and is connected to behavioral outcomes. Using the understanding of impact versus intent as a frame for learning about implicit bias will be highlighted to help reduce the negative influences of bias in the work.  At the conclusion of this presentation, discussion of cultural humility will create an opportunity for forward movement in self-discovery.Objectives: 1.  Describe concepts of impact versus intent for greater understanding of shifting focus2. Explain how implicit bias is formed and how it could affect decision-making3. Discuss strategies for creating opportunities to move forward in understanding cultural humility in our daily livesChris Martin, MSW, LMSW, PhDDr. Chris Martin is an Associate Professor and MSW Program Director in the School of Social Work at St. Ambrose University and serves as the Interim Associate Dean for the College of Health and Human Services.  She teaches both diversity and advanced individual and family skills courses in the School.  Her scholarship lies in the area of implicit racial bias and this led her to create a curriculum for the Iowa Department of Human Services to educate both employees of the Department and community members across the state in a 6 hour implicit bias learning exchange.  Dr. Martin is committed to the teaching and learning of bias, characteristics of white supremacy, antiracism, and social justice.

Gov. Kim Reynolds says more regulation isn't the answer to high nitrates in Iowa waterways. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services wants to work with churches to instill hope. And how could federal Medicaid cuts impact people living with HIV?

We're diving into the connection between Iowa's corn growers and livestock farmers. Hear from Gold Eagle Cooperative, Iowa Corn, and the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers (CSIF) as we explore how corn production fuels livestock success, what's new with CSIF's farmer support efforts, and how Gold Eagle is impacting growers.Presented with WHO Radio and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. For more information, visit www.supportfarmers.com.

We're spotlighting TenCorp, a leader in cattle barn construction, and its connection to the Legacy Beef Co-op — a producer-owned group tied to the new Cattlemen's Heritage beef plant. Plus, hear how CSIF is helping farmers grow responsibly.Presented with WHO Radio and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.For more information, visit www.supportfarmers.com.

We discuss with Iowa State University Extension Field Agronomist Mike Witt.

Members of Governor Kim Reynolds' Iowa Department of Government Efficiency Task Force are considering recommending the consolidation of counties or county services.

Join us for another episode of The Fenceline as we spotlight the latest Good Farm Neighbor Award winners — the Keitzer family. This episode is presented in partnership with WHO Radio and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.We'll hear from award recipients Dan and Jan Keitzer, along with special guests Pat McGonegle, CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, and Craig Floss, CEO of Iowa Corn.For more information, visit www.supportfarmers.com.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment's new Health and Environment Laboratories improve the state's ability to respond to disease outbreaks and health threats; Get to know Catherine Murphy; the impact of the Public Health AmeriCorps program at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services; the Pennsylvania Department of Health celebrates 120 years; and the Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation of the Northern Mariana Islands has been awarded a 2025 Network of Practice Grant from the Bloomberg American Health Initiative.   New Kansas Health & Environment Laboratories AmeriCorps in Action: Strengthening Public Health in Iowa PA Department of Health Celebrates 120 Years of Service The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation of the Northern Mariana Islands awarded a 2025 Network of Practice Grant

Summary In this episode of Develop This, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig discusses his journey to his current role, the importance of Iowa's agricultural production, and the challenges faced by farmers today. He emphasizes the balance between increasing agricultural output and sustainable land stewardship, the impact of tariffs on agriculture, and the safety nets in place for farmers. Naig also addresses the challenges in the egg production industry, particularly due to avian influenza, and the consolidation within the industry. He concludes with a call for greater consumer awareness and appreciation for the work of farmers. Takeaways Mike Naig has served as Iowa's Secretary of Agriculture since 2018. Iowa ranks second in agricultural production in the U.S., only behind California. The Iowa Department of Agriculture focuses on land stewardship, food safety, and consumer protection. Farmers face significant challenges, including weather and market fluctuations. Tariffs can disrupt agricultural markets and impact prices. The farm safety net is crucial for maintaining food security in the U.S. Egg prices have risen due to increased production costs and avian influenza outbreaks. Avian influenza has led to significant losses in poultry production. Consolidation in the egg industry has raised concerns about profit distribution. Consumer awareness of agricultural processes is essential for supporting farmers.

Welcome to Episode 185 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa's State Climatologist, Dr. Justin Glisan, reveals his weather outlook for spring planting and beyond. Later, Amanda Van Steenwyk (who leads Iowa Farm Bureau's farm succession planning program, Take Root) and farm succession planning attorney Erin Herbold-Swalwell share their tips for successfully transitioning the family farm from one generation to the next. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Register for Dr. Justin Glisan's free “growing season weather outlook” webinar on April 10. Learn more about the Iowa Department of Agriculture's Climatology Bureau and contact State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan directly. Learn more about Iowa Farm Bureau's Take Root farm succession program and watch for new workshops this summer.

Kelly Anderson-Thomas, Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health, explains why ASTHO's Leadership Institute has been so helpful; Ali Grossman, Prevention and Intervention Section Supervisor at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, tells us the benfits of having a Public Health AmeriCorps service member on site; an ASTHO resource looks at modernizing public health data while also protecting privacy; and it's a perfect time to sign up for ASTHO's next INSPIRE: Readiness webinar which will take place on April 17. ASTHO Web Page: ASTHO Leadership Institute ASTHO Webinar: Public Health in Action – How AmeriCorps is Shaping Public Health in Indiana and NACDD ASTHO Web Page: Modernizing Public Health Data and Protecting Privacy ASTHO Webinar: INSPIRE: Readiness – Navigating AI-Enabled Community-Inclusive Preparedness  

Dr. Robert Kruse, State Medical Director and the Division Director of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and an ASTHO Member, tells us about his state's response to a confirmed case of Lassa Fever; Clarie Miller, Lead Suicide Prevention Coordinator at the New Mexico Department of Health, explains how her team helped reduce suicide rates in women and Indigenous peoples; an ASTHO Report can help your state learn about resiliency planning; and the deadline to apply for ASTHO's Leadership Institute has been extended April 10th. Iowa Health and Human Services Web Page: State and Hospital Officials Follow Federal Guidance After Lassa Fever Death USA Today News Article: Have the flu or know someone with it? Flu cases surge to highest levels in 15 years, CDC says New Mexico Department of Health News Release: State suicide rate decreases in key groups in 2023 ASTHO Report: State Resiliency Planning Considerations ASTHO Web Page: ASTHO Leadership Institute  

In this episode, we speak with Paul Steier, AAMVA Director of Vehicle Programs, and Brenda Bohlke with the Iowa Department of Transportation, about fraudulent online vehicle dealers. Host: Ian Grossman Producer: Claire Jeffrey and Chelsey Hadwin Music: Gibson Arthur

We hear the latest Bred heifer and Stock Cow Prices.  We look towards bull sale season 2025, have lots of news that you need to hear, market recaps and lots more on this all new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show.  Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Season 5, EPISODE 218  Bred Heifer & Stock Cow Prices Plus Cattle Industry News Bred Heifers & Cows Sell Well Marty Ropp from Allied Genetic Resources joins us to discuss the upcoming bull and heifer sale season along with John Fisher from Stockmen's Livestock to recap the bred heifer and stock cow markets as well as let us know what we could expect for prices in the future. Cattle & Agriculture Industry News Former USDA Counsel Named Deputy Ag Secretary A veteran of the first Trump administration's agriculture team has been named to be deputy secretary of the USDA. President-elect Donald Trump announced his nomination of Stephen Vaden to be deputy under Brooke Rollins, a former think tank executive already tapped to head the USDA. A Yale law graduate, Vaden served as USDA general counsel from 2018-2020, when he was confirmed to a judicial appointment on the U.S. Court of International Trade. He has served as a board member of the Commodity Credit Corp. CDC Confirms Nations First Severe H5N1 Infection Of Human A patient in Louisiana was hospitalized with a severe case of avian influenza (H5N1), marking the first instance in the United States of severe illness linked to the virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced today in a news release and press call. CDC said the Louisiana patient, one of 61 human cases to occur in the United States since April, was infected with a D1.1 virus recently detected in wild birds and poultry in the U.S. and in recent human cases in British Columbia, Canada, and in the state of Washington. Officials noted the D1.1 strain of H5N1 is different from the B3.13 genotype detected in dairy cows, sporadic human cases in multiple states, and some poultry outbreaks in the U.S.  No person-to-person spread of H5 bird flu has been detected. California State Of Emergency, New Human Infections, Canadian Struggles all due to H5N1 Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a state of emergency in an effort to streamline the Golden State's response to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Several California agencies have developed coordinated responses to address and minimize farm worker exposures, lower raw dairy product contamination and mitigate the spread of the virus, the governor said in a statement: He said “This proclamation is a targeted action to ensure government agencies have the resources and flexibility they need to respond quickly to this outbreak.” About 680 dairy farms are under quarantine from HPAI outbreaks, while 6.2 million birds have been hit and 36 people infected across California. A commercial poultry worker in northwest Iowa is now the first confirmed human case of HPAI in the Hawkeye State, according to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS). An estimated 6.7 million birds have been affected in more than a dozen counties across Iowa, according to USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced that more than 13.9 million birds have been impacted by HPAI in the most recent tally of the spread of H5N1 infections across nine provinces. British Columbia is reporting the highest number of HPAI cases among 8.3 million birds. New Brunswick has the lowest number of birds affected by avian influenza with fewer than 100 birds at two locations being confirmed with the virus. Beef Processor Fined For Odor Violations The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) fined STX Beef Company $200,000 for violations linked to foul odors coming from its Corpus Christi facility, according to a local report. The penalty follows years of complaints about smells traced to cattle processing and wastewater management issues. TCEQ also cited equipment failures, inadequate scrubber systems and poor recordkeeping. Of the fine, $2,000 is already paid, with $40,000 due soon. Over $80,000 will support Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi's AutoCheck program, addressing regional vehicle emissions. The company has 30 days to submit an odor control plan, including equipment repairs and new systems, and must comply with air quality rules for five years. Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirement Will Return Due to Court Ruling Producers pay attention now.  The Corporate Transparency Act filing requirements are back in effect following a court decision that reverses the injunction that previously halted this mandate.  NCBA Executive Director of Government Affairs Kent Bacus said that The Corporate Transparency Act requires millions of family farmers and ranchers to file complex paperwork and disclose beneficial ownership information with the federal government under penalty of severe fines and jail time. Earlier last week, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals lifted a nationwide preliminary injunction on the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act, holding that the government is likely to prevail in a constitutional challenge. This decision places many small businesses in jeopardy that have not yet filed Beneficial Ownership Information with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a division of the U.S. Department of the Treasury.  In light of the Fifth Circuit's decision, FinCEN announced it will delay enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act until January 13, 2025.  It is highly recommended to visit with your accountant, tax professionals, and or attorneys on exactly what needs to be filled and where.  Sale Barn Updates From Pratt Livestock & Torrington Livestock We have the latest sale barn updates from Pratt Livestock, their latest reports are HERE and Torrington Livestock with their latest reports HERE.  RanchChannel.Com Now Has The Futures Markets & New Listings Futures Markets RanchChannel.com now has futures markets at your fingertips!  Feeder Cattle, Live Cattle, Corn, Wheat, Soybeans, Soybean Oil, Milk Class IV, and Ethanol.  Information is provided by DTN and market information may be delayed by as much as 10 minutes.  Click Here for more information! 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Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup Website: RanchItUpShow.com https://ranchitupshow.com/ The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps. https://ranchitup.podbean.com/   Rural America is center-stage on this outfit. AND how is that? Tigger & BEC Live This Western American Lifestyle. Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world and cattle industry by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner. 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Susan Winkler of CT IFS joins Paul Tyler as a guest host to discuss their interviews from InsureTech Connect (ITC) in Las Vegas. The podcast explores the critical intersection of climate risk and insurtech innovation, featuring conversations recorded during the conference. The episode includes insights from Stacey Brown of InsurTech Hartford discussing industry AI adoption trends; Sabine VanderLinden of Alchemy Crew examining climate risk and its impact on retirement planning; Tom Polowy of InsureGo addressing personal lines challenges in the Connecticut market; Travis Grassel from the Iowa Department of Insurance providing regulatory perspectives; and Vilas Shah of Infosys sharing sustainability initiatives and innovation budget trends for 2025.  

Clark Smith has almost 40 years of experience in economic development. Clark began his economic development career as executive director of the Hampton Area Chamber and Development Corporation. He then joined the Iowa Department of Economic Development, where he worked as a community consultant and manager of existing industry. Most recently, Clark was the economic development director for Aquila, Inc. – Iowa. He has worked with hundreds of companies providing site selection/expansion assistance. Clark has been President of the Professional Developers of Iowa and the Community Development Society of Iowa. Clark also managed and owned a trade association business and started Butler House on Grand Bed and Breakfast, which he sold. EDC Forge CRM Customer Relationship Management platform Smart Solutions Group, Inc. 

On the early morning of June 27, 1995, 27-year-old Jodi Huisentruit, a news anchor in Mason City, Iowa, overslept and rushed out the door to head to work. But she never made it in. Concerned coworkers called the police, who found Jodi's red Mazda Miata in her apartment's parking lot. Evidence at the scene suggested a struggle, leading police to believe Jodi had been abducted as she tried to get into her car. In the days that followed, search teams scoured Mason City and beyond, but no trace of Jodi was ever found. It's been more than 29 years since Jodi disappeared, and investigators are still searching for answers… Jodi Huisentruit was last heard from in the early hours of June 27, 1995. At around 4:00 am, her producer called to wake her up after she had overslept, and Jodi said she would be on her way to the station. However, she never arrived.  By 7:15 am, police had been called to her apartment complex at 550 N Kentucky Avenue in Mason City, where they found signs of a struggle near her red Mazda Miata. Her belongings were scattered in the parking lot, but Jodi was nowhere to be found. When police canvassed the area, they learned that a white van, possibly a mid-1980s Ford Econoline, was seen in the parking lot at around 4:30 am. It has never been located.  Jodi is a white woman with brown eyes, standing at approximately 5'3". At the time of her disappearance, she weighed between 110 and 120 pounds and had blonde hair. Anyone with information on Jodi's case can reach out to the Mason City Police Department at (641) 421-3636. Information can also be provided to the Iowa Department of Criminal Investigations at (515) 725-6010. Editor: Shannon Keirce Research/Writing: Haley Gray and Anna Luria SUBMIT A CASE HERE: Cases@DetectivePerspectivePod.com SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detperspective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/detperspective FIND DERRICK HERE Twitter: https://twitter.com/DerrickL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DerrickLevasseur Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur CRIME WEEKLY AND COFFEE Criminal Coffee Company: https://www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Crime Weekly:  https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop ADS: 1. TryMiracle.com/Detective - Use code DETECTIVE for 3 FREE towels and to save over 40%! 2. HelloFresh.com/FreeDetective - Get 10 FREE meals!

Iowa is home to many lakeside beaches created to provide recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. Sand deposited at the water's edge for public access was found to behave differently than the rest of the lake environment, harboring potentially harmful bacteria concentrations during the summer months when beach going is most popular. In this episode, listen to how watershed improvement professionals from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, including host Jeff Berckes, adjusted their monitoring approach and found creative ways to diagnose and improve water quality at beaches across the state. About our guest: Jason Palmer is a Natural Resource Biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Water Quality Improvements Section.

Do you work for a fish and wildlife agency, and have you ever wondered what life is like at a Department of Natural Resources, which might encompass many agencies under one roof? You're not alone. This podcast host (Tim) has forever been curious about the differences between fish and wildlife agencies and Departments of Natural Resources in terms of communications.  I sat down with Jess Brown, social media coordinator at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, and Brent Drinkut, a photographer for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, way back in July when we were all in Virginia together. If you're new to conservation communication or looking for work in the conservation communication realm, I hope you find this episode helpful or at least an interesting look at how different communications can be depending on what type of agency you might work for.  

Iowa Business Report Tuesday EditionOct. 29, 2024     Heather Kriener of the Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services with tips on protecting yourself online, in recognition of October being Cybersecurity Month. 

The Iowa Department of Agriculture has euthanized over a million chickens. The country's top election security official says U.S. elections are secure. And the Republican in Iowa Senate District 22 is running for his sixth term.

In this episode, we welcome Melissa Gillett and Angie Pinegar with the Iowa Department of Transportation to discuss their Trailblazer Award-winning customer service training program, CARE. Host: Ian Grossman Producer: Claire Jeffrey and Chelsey Hadwin Music: Gibson Arthur

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionOct. 23, 2024     Heather Kriener of the Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services on the importance of cybersecurity for consumers and businesses alike.

Iowa's policymakers, providers, and insurers operate within a state comprised of an aging population and large rural areas. According to the Iowa Department of Justice, the state ranks 16th nationally for the number of residents 50-years-old and over. Approximately 18% of Iowa's more-than-three-million residents are 65 years old and older while 23% are under 18 years old. The average life expectancy in Iowa is 78.12—21st highest in the country. In addition, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) considers 77 of the state's 99 counties “rural” based on the amount of open countryside and rural towns. These are only some of the findings in our report titled "Iowa's Healthcare Landscape." The full report explores and presents data on Iowa's healthcare business climate, healthcare expenditures, insurance, and rural healthcare. In doing so, it highlights Iowa's unique healthcare landscape to help public- and private-sector decision makers understand the state's challenges and identify where to focus solutions to improve the state's healthcare system.   On this episode of Common Sense Digest, Host and CSI Chairman Earl Wright dives into all of these issues and more with one of the report's authors, Dr. Chelsea Lensing, CSI's Health & Wellness Fellow. Dr. Lensing shares her insights from writing this report including trends regarding the ages of doctors, access to care, obesity, diabetes and Alzheimer's rates, and much more. This episode paints a very clear picture of the state of affairs of healthcare in Iowa. To read our complete report, you can find it here. Thank you for listening to Common Sense Digest. Please rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcatcher. All of our podcasts can be found here. Dr. Chelsea Lensing is an assistant professor at the Stead Department of Business Administration and Economics at Coe College where she teaches Principles of Microeconomics, Health Economics, Intermediate Economics, International Economics, and Econometrics II. She previously instructed at the University of Iowa in Principles of Microeconomics and Business Statistics. Her research focuses on health, labor, and public economics with an emphasis on understanding the relationship between nutrition, obesity, and healthcare costs. Her academic work explores how health behaviors and nutrition decisions intersect, manifesting in externalities that reverberate within our healthcare system. Dr. Lensing earned a B.A. in Mathematics at Coe College and a Ph.D. in Economics at the University of Iowa.

In this episode of Walk Talk Listen, we sit down with Dr. Angie Tagtow, a pioneering leader in food and nutrition policy and the founder of Äkta Strategies LLC. Angie brings her vast experience from working at local, state, federal, and international levels, and shares insights into the intersection of public health, food systems, and environmental sustainability. She reflects on her time as the Executive Director for the USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, where she spearheaded the development of the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and discusses how those guidelines continue to influence healthy lifestyles and nutrition security today.   Angie highlights the importance of multi-sector relationships, systems thinking, and innovative strategies for transforming food and water systems. She discusses her work with the Iowa Department of Public Health and various public health organizations, focusing on how adaptive leadership and values-driven approaches can create long-lasting systemic change. Angie's commitment to lifelong learning and knowledge-sharing is evident and her work underscores the need for holistic, collaborative solutions to public health challenges, which are vital for addressing both nutrition and environmental concerns.   Listener Engagement: Discover the songs picked by Angie and other guests on our #walktalklisten here. Connect with Angie via social media: LinkedIn. Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us. Follow Us: Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram. Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives. Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All" featuring CWS, and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).

Join Dr. Clancy  and his guests, Kira Blum, Dr. Schleich, and Dr. Slayman, as they discuss guidance for clinicians with their patients regarding the ever expanding options with dietary and herbal supplements, high protein products and sports drinks.  CME Credit Available:  https://uiowa.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=68899  References/Resources:  Examine https://examine.com/  NatMed https://naturalmedicines.therapeuticresearch.com/  NSF Certified for Sports Program https://www.nsfsport.com/  Host: Gerard Clancy, MD Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Guests: Kira Blum, RDN, LD Director of Sports Nutrition University of Iowa Athletics Kevin Schleich, PharmD Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in the University of Iowa Department of Family Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Tyler Slayman, MD Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Financial Disclosures:  Dr. Gerard Clancy, his guests and the members of the planning committee for Rounding@IOWA have no relevant financial relationships to disclose. CME Credit Designation: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses: The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 ANCC contact hour. Other Health Care Providers: A certificate of completion will be available after successful completion of the course. (It is the responsibility of licensees to determine if this continuing education activity meets the requirements of their professional licensure board.)  

On this week's episode, Mike Hawkins of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources chats about the reintroduction of paddlefish on the Iowa Great Lakes!

Iowa's new abortion law will take effect at 8 a.m. on July 29th. A report by the state auditor's office found the Iowa Department of Education improperly renegotiated a contract. And Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City is settling a lawsuit with international students who accused the college of human trafficking.

We discuss easier and more efficient ways to give nasal vaccinations.  Plus, updates on Avian Flu in dairy cattle, reports from Superior Livestock's Corn Belt Classic sale, lot's to go through on this all new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. EPISODE 190 DETAILS BOVINE RESPIRATORY DISEASE (BRD) & BOVINE VIRUS DIARRHEA (BVD), MANAGE IT NOW.    HOW TO MANAGE BOVINE RESPIRATORY DISEASE (BRD) & BOVINE VIRUS DIARRHEA (BVD)   Benefits of the User-Friendly ALLFLEX® CleanVax™ Nozzles and Shields for Intranasal Vaccination Enhanced Calf Comfort CleanVax™ nozzles are shorter and less invasive, minimizing discomfort for calves compared to traditional cannulas. Optimal Vaccine Distribution Atomizer tips ensure even vaccine distribution across mucosal surfaces, reducing product drip and ensuring a consistent dose. Easy and Versatile Use CleanVax™ nozzles attach to any syringe or Luer lock applicator gun, allowing for seamless integration into existing routines. Improved Hygiene and Biosecurity Disposable plastic shields can be replaced between animals or groups, enhancing hygiene and reducing cross-contamination. Expert Endorsement “CleanVax nozzles and shields optimize every aspect of the intranasal vaccination process for confidence in a clean, consistent dose every time,” said Jonathon Townsend, D.V.M., Ph.D., dairy technical services for Merck Animal Health.   Available Intranasal Vaccines BOVILIS® NASALGEN® 3-PMH BOVILIS NASALGEN 3 BOVILIS NASALGEN IP BOVILIS CORONAVIRUS BOVILIS ONCE PMH® IN How to Obtain CleanVax™ Products ALLFLEX CleanVax™ products are available through Merck Animal Health representatives or ALLFLEX suppliers. For more information, visit MAHcattle.com. CleanVax™ nozzles and shields enhance calf comfort, ensure consistent dosing, and improve hygiene, supporting better cattle health and productivity. Merck Animal Health continues to lead in innovative solutions for cattle producers. For More Information Key elements for implementing antimicrobial stewardship plans in bovine veterinary practices. American Association of Bovine Practitioners. Updated March 2022 Joint AABP-AVC Judicious Therapeutic Use of Antimicrobials in Cattle     Cattle Industry News: Avian Flu Update, Livestock Indemnity Payments, Cultivated Meat   Influenza Sweeps Through Northwest Iowa Dairy Cattle  According to MeatingPlace.com, following Iowa's first positive case of HPAI, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, in dairy cattle in early June, Iowa has reported four new cases in its northwest region. According to the Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship, influenza was detected in three dairy cattle herds in Sioux County and one in neighboring Plymouth County. Both northwest counties border O'Brien County, where Iowa's first dairy cattle influenza case was reported June 6. At the time, Iowa was the 10th state to confirm HPAI in dairy cows. The nationwide outbreak of the avian virus in dairy has struck nearly 100 herds across 12 states.   Bills Introduced To Help Unborn Livestock Losses U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson introduced the Livestock Indemnity Program Enhancement Act to help Texas livestock producers recover from the devastating wildfires that occurred in the Texas Panhandle earlier this year. This bill would require the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish an additional payment rate through the Livestock Indemnity Program for excessive unborn livestock death losses, according to the Texas Cattle Feeders Association.      Cattlemen Take Aim At Government Investment In The Cultivated Space The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) issued a statement condemning a Department of Defense-sponsored research grant that will fund the development of cell-cultivated meat products by manufacturing company BioMADE. NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane said, “It is outrageous that the Department of Defense is spending millions of taxpayer dollars to feed our heroes like lab rats. U.S. cattle producers raise the highest-quality beef in the world, with the lowest carbon footprint — and American troops deserve to be served that same wholesome, natural meat and not ultra-processed, lab-grown protein that is cooked up in a chemical-filled bioreactor”.   He went on to say “This misguided research project is a giant slap in the face to everyone that has served our country. Our veterans and active-duty troops deserve so much better than this.” BioMADE is described as a public-private bio-manufacturing consortium sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense.   UPCOMING SALES & EVENTS ISA Beefmasters: October 5, 2024, San Angelo, Texas   BULL SALE REPORT & RESULTS Churchill Cattle Company Van Newkirk Herefords Gardiner Angus Ranch Cow Camp Ranch Jungels Shorthorn Farms Ellingson Angus Edgar Brothers Angus Schaff Angus Valley Prairie Hills Gelbvieh Clear Springs Cattle Company CK Cattle Mrnak Hereford Ranch Frey Angus Ranch Hoffmann Angus Farms Topp Herefords River Creek Farms Upstream Ranch Gustin's Diamond D Gelbvieh Schiefelbein Farms Wasem Red Angus Raven Angus Krebs Ranch Yon Family Farms Chestnut Angus Eichacker Simmentals & JK Angus Windy Creek Cattle Company Pedersen Broken Heart Ranch Mar Mac Farms Warner Beef Genetics Arda Farms & Freeway Angus Leland Red Angus & Koester Red Angus Fast - Dohrmann - Strommen RBM Livestock Weber Land & Cattle Sundsbak Farms Hidden Angus Wheatland Cattle Company Miller Angus Farms L 83 Ranch U2 Ranch Vollmer Angus Ranch A & B Cattle Carter Angus Farms Roller Ranch Montgomery Ranch Jorgensen Farms DLCC Ranch Four Hill Farm North Country Angus Alliance Spruce Hill Ranch Wilson Angus   FEATURING Dave Sjeklocha, DVM Merck Animal Health @merckanimalhealth https://www.merckvetmanual.com/ https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/ Mark VanZee Livestock Market, Equine Market, Auction Time https://www.auctiontime.com/ https://www.livestockmarket.com/ https://www.equinemarket.com/ @LivestockMkt @EquineMkt @AuctionTime Kirk Donsbach: Stone X Financial https://www.stonex.com/   @StoneXGroupInc    Shaye Koester Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ @cattleconvos   Questions & Concerns From The Field? Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup Website: RanchItUpShow.com https://ranchitupshow.com/ The Ranch It Up Podcast available on ALL podcasting apps.   Rural America is center-stage on this outfit. AND how is that? Tigger & BEC Live This Western American Lifestyle. Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world and cattle industry by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner. 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William “Bill” Drilling is a 1979 graduate of North High School in Sioux City, Iowa and a 1985 graduate of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy.  Following graduation, Bill joined his father and brother as a staff pharmacist at Drilling Morningside Pharmacy.  Bill and his brother, Don purchased Drilling Pharmacy from their parents, Don and Virginia Drilling in January, 1986.  Bill's daughter, Sarah Sorensen joined the pharmacy staff in 2018 as a third-generation pharmacist at Drilling Pharmacy. Bill's highlights: • President and Pharmacist in Charge at Drilling Pharmacy 1996-current • Member of the Iowa Pharmacists Association Board of Trustees 1996-1998. • Siouxland Star Award from the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce for the store façade changes -2010 • Parade Marshall at the Morningside Days Parade – 2013 and 2022 • Featured in the Siouxland Design for the restoration of the façade and unique design of the Drilling Pharmacy façade -2013 • IPPE Preceptor Excellence Award from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy -2019 • Member of the Iowa Pharmacy Association Platinum Level • Member of CPESN • Preceptor for University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, Drake, Creighton University and South Dakota State University • Serves as a resource for local media on pharmacy related issues • Served on the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy Building Committee • Served as an IPA Delegate, IPA Champion Advocate, IPA Legislative Committee, IPA Public Affairs Committee • Collaborated with IPA, University of Iowa, and Iowa Department of Public Health on the 1815 Project. • Reached 1,000,000 prescriptions in 2000 • Reached 2,000,000 prescriptions in 2013 • Reached 3,000,000 prescriptions in 2020 • During the COVID pandemic, Drilling Pharmacy responded to the Siouxland community by giving over 20,000 vaccinations as well as over 1,000 flu shots at both on site and in store clinics. Bill is an extremely strong believer in innovation and always looking for the next opportunity. Services we currently offer include Lipid panels, A1C test, Blood Glucose Screening, Blood Pressure Screenings, Test to Treat (COVID-19, Influenza, and Group A Strep), a wide variety of immunizations, Script Talk, Medication Synchronization, and MTM Services. OTC hearing aids are on the way! Bill enjoys getting the opportunity to work with the Iowa Department of Public Health, Iowa Pharmacy Association and the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy with various projects and grants. Ashton Maaraba has over 24 years of healthcare industry experience, he is credited with transforming several start-up healthcare brands into consumer staples. Ashton's leadership expertise stems from a prominent career in healthcare, with specialties in Health IT, Enterprise Solutions that drive value-based care and healthy patient outcomes and Direct-to-Consumer brands. Ashton was responsible for the inception-to- commercialization and the deployment of various products and services and Digital Health services across an impressive 50,000+ pharmacies, retail stores, managed care, local and national businesses, and eCommerce in the U.S, Canada, Australia, and Great Britain. He is recognized as a current expert in the architecture, commercialization, operations and revenue growth for diverse telehealth and digital healthcare assets, solutions, and products into multiple business, medical, retail and patient verticals. Ashton holds a J.D with a specialty in Health Law, has an MSc. From Nova Southeastern University and earned his BSc. from Michigan State University. He is a long-standing supporter and proponent of IPC Membership group, NCPA, APHA, NACDS, HIMMS and MEDICA and other leading organizations. Ashton started his career in pharmacy services by working with FLAVORx, a pediatric compliance-driven medication flavoring staple. He trained inside a leading independent pharmacy, Center Pharmacy, at the hands of Harold Kramm a leading independent pharmacy owner and advocate. He has been recognized for his relentless energy in pharmacy advocacy on Capitol Hill through the Rx Impact leadership group, Independent Pharmacy Cooperative and is a leading member of NY State pharmacy lobby.   Ashton has transitioned each company and product that he served to become national powerhouses. And is often credited for accelerating his company's mission and impressive growth trajectory through many of the most complex industry verticals.  Ashton has been a member of many corporate advisory boards and councils, notably, Rx Sense and InfinityRx. He has served on both the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Advisory Committee and Canada's leading community pharmacy conference committee. Ashton's top corporate highlights underscore his business acumen and passion for transcending business objectives into game-changing outcomes. At Bonum Health, he led the development, commercialization, compliance, and nationwide adoption for a national telehealth brand. He was credited with leading eRx Network (now Change Healthcare – digital healthcare network company) product and account management division. PharmaSmart (Medical Device and Data Company) & FLAVORx (Medicinal Flavoring Company). As the President and CEO at AshHEALTH, LLC. a Healthcare and Digital Health IT Market Advisory Company, Ashton advised and consulted many start-up companies operating in healthcare with a mission to advance medication adherence programs across pharmacy and physician collaboratives. Presently, Ashton is the President of IPC Digital Health, an Independent Pharmacy Cooperative company. As the head of the company's digital and virtual healthcare strategy, and Pharmacy team, Ashton is leading the development and commercialization of iCare+ a unique digital health ecosystem of virtual products and services designed to future-ready independent pharmacies.

Join Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Courageous Fire as they delve into the challenges faced by Black women in predominantly white spaces. Courageous shares insights into her journey of embracing authenticity and self worth, highlighting the power of vulnerability, trust, and empathy in building inclusive spaces. About Our Guest Courageous Fire is a Black woman and diligent part of the workforce who learned it was important to have a safe space to do safety planning, what it looked like to get help outside the workplace during the crisis of domestic violence, how far reaching the cost of DV is to health, how disruptive it is to work performance, how expensive it can be for years into the future, and how uniquely this health, economic, social justice issue specifically impacts Black women. Once Courageous executed her plan to free herself and her daughters, she began to furiously RESEARCH. She wanted to find and/or create the best solutions. She wanted to know if she could find employer partners to create spaces within the work environment for safety planning if she provided the training and materials. She wanted to know if they realized how much money she could save them in employee absenteeism and healthcare costs if she provided them with cultural resources for their Black women employees. And she wanted to teach them how to utilize their position in Black women DV victim-survivor's lives to be disruptors of the oftentime end result of DV - homicide. She began Courageous Fire, LLC nearly 5 years ago to educate with a concentration on two distinct groups - Centers of Trust and Centers of Must - to increase the spaces where Black women can be treated with dignity, compassion, and stop being refused services or having services terminated for showing up fully as a Black woman during crisis. Courageous has always known her work would need to broaden to mitigate the harm of systems holding Black women accountable for the perpetrator's violence against them and their children. That's why she is moving toward those state-operated systems in her collaborative work with organizations such as Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Children and Families of Iowa, and Safe and Together Institute to make that happen. Nearly 5 years later, Courageous has successfully charted relationships with over 30 organizations to increase safe spaces for Black women. These places in Iowa include many cities: Waterloo, Dubuque, Davenport, Iowa City, Decorah, Cedar Rapids, Ankeny, and Des Moines, as well as Illinois and New York. In this time she has 1 organization that has set up a place for safety planning, but she knows there are many more needed. Courageous is a consultant, trainer, and women's empowerment speaker who comes with 12+ years of curriculum development and delivery experience, 6+ years as a motivational speaker, and 5+ years of independent studies in historical and systemic racial impact on Black women in DV. She often says her approach is never “shame on you!” which closes people down, but instead it is one of “did you know?” to give people a safe place for consideration. Courageous is aware that there is a temptation to assume how a Black woman will “teach”, but experience has shown her that knowledge, authenticity, and comfort with who she is creates a safe for her audience to be comfortable with themselves while they learn, question, seek, discard, relearn, and grow. She comes ready to invite everyone that attends that level of #permission. Links and Resources Website: www.cfirellc.com/home LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cfire Instagram: www.instagram.com/cfire_llc Shared Sisterhood: How to Take Collective Action for Racial and Gender Equity at Work by Tina Opie and Beth A. Livingston : https://a.co/d/dzMZaMD

In anticipation of the 2024 Top Influencers in Local Government, two guests joined the podcast to discuss their work in local government after being awarded an ELGL Top Influencer in Local Government in 2022. Sarah Mondesire is the Community Well-Being Manager for the City of Commerce City, Colorado and Jessie Brown is a Social Media and Communications Specialist at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. They shared key learning moments in their career, who has influenced them, and the values they hold. Host: Meredith Reynolds