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Raised on a farm in Northwest Iowa, Eric Frohardt learned the value of hard work and personal responsibility at an early age. After one year of college, he joined the Navy and achieved his goal of becoming a Navy SEAL in 2000. Over nearly 12 years of service, he deployed around the world with SEAL Team Five and DEVGRU before being medically retired due to combat-related injuries. Since leaving the military, Eric has built and led teams across multiple industries, becoming a respected business leader, consultant, and speaker. Today, he is passionate about faith, family, leadership, and helping others reach their full potential while glorifying God through service. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: For problems worth solving — get started with Claude at — https://Claude.ai/srs. Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code SRS at https://stopboxusa.com/SRS #stopboxpod Get started with ShipStation today and get sixty days free at https://shipstation.com with code srs. Taxes and fees apply. Go to https://meetfabric.com/SHAWN and apply today, risk-free. Eric Frohardt Links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ericfrohardt Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eric.frohardt X - https://x.com/EricFrohardt Website - https://www.ericfrohardt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dennis Reyman joins us from Stalcup Ag in Northwest Iowa with a boots on the ground perspective. Mike Steenhoek gives an update on an amendment to the Build America 250 bill that would help ag vehicles to operate on interstates. We'll talk markets with Brian Hoops and Jerry Gulke. EPA's Lee Zeldin talks about the future of undoing federal DEF mandates.

[00:00:52] On this day in Iowa weather history: 6.5 inches of rain fell in 2½ hours in Wesley, Kossuth County on May 25–26, 1991, damaging 80% of homes [00:01:22] Week-ahead forecast: Sunny skies, temperatures in the 80s, quiet storm track — little to no precipitation expected [00:02:01] 8-to-14-day outlook (valid June 2–8): Below-normal precipitation and above-normal temperatures likely across Iowa [00:02:59] Climate normals reminder: Average highs low-to-mid 70s, overnight lows in the 50s, ~1¼–1½ inches of rain per week [00:03:24] No weather hazards identified for the Midwest in the 8-to-14-day period [00:03:31] Past week recap: Northwest Iowa received up to 3 inches of rain; eastern and northeastern Iowa remained dry [00:03:59] Observed extremes since last episode: High of 95°F at Sioux City; low of 25°F at Northwood (pending verification); wettest station was Sanborn (2.49"); zero rainfall reported across much of eastern Iowa [00:05:07] Specialty crop update: Iowa Valley RC&D dealing with a mower PTO breakdown ahead of cover crop termination [00:05:58] Heated tomato greenhouse success: John Schrock (Bloomfield) reports 4 weeks of harvest, selling 1,000 lbs at $3/lb at the Southern Iowa Produce Auction [00:06:37] Seed germination alert: Candy Bell grape tomato variety reporting widespread germination failures — contact your seed supplier for a possible refund [00:07:20] FSMA update: FDA inspectors are visiting farms in person (not just calling) to verify qualified exempt status — growers report the process is straightforward and educational Summary generated by claude.ai

This week on the Black. Girl. Iowa. podcast, Emili sits down with community leader, advocate, and changemaker Monique Scarlett for a powerful conversation about Black history, civic engagement, and building bridges in Northwest Iowa. Born and raised in Sioux City, Monique shares what it was like growing up as one of the few Black children in her school during the 1960s and 70s, navigating racism at a young age while learning the importance of resilience, faith, and community. She reflects on the rich but often overlooked history of Black Iowans in Sioux City and the importance of preserving those stories for future generations. The conversation also explores Monique's leadership journey — from serving on the Sioux City School Board to becoming president of the Sioux City NAACP and founding Unity in Community, an organization focused on strengthening relationships between citizens and law enforcement through accountability, education, and dialogue. Throughout the episode, Monique shares wisdom on:The importance of civic engagementBuilding community in spaces where you feel unseenWhy Black women must continue speaking up and taking actionThe role faith plays in leadership and perseveranceCreating accountability instead of simply complaining about systemsWhy preserving Black history in Iowa matters now more than everOne of the most impactful moments of the episode comes when Monique reminds listeners:“A vision without execution is just another hallucination.” This episode is honest, empowering, emotional, and deeply rooted in the belief that change happens when ordinary people decide to show up for their communities.Growing up Black in Sioux CityRacism, resilience, and finding communityBlack history in Northwest IowaLeadership and public serviceUnity in Community and rebuilding trustAccountability and civic actionFaith, perseverance, and purposeA lightning round with Monique ScarlettUnity in Community Sioux City (Facebook)Sioux City NAACPTEDx Talk: “”Be sure to also check out Monique's powerful TEDx Talk, Tap Into the Power of One⁠, where she speaks about leadership, impact, and creating change in your community.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora, and YouTube.Website: Black. Girl. Iowa.Substack: @blackgirliowaEtsy Shop: Black Girl Iowa Shop#BlackGirlIowa #BlackWomenLead #IowaPodcast #BlackHistory #CommunityLeadership

In this episode of Even Better, host Sinikka Waugh is joined by Scott Post to discuss how continuous improvement and lean thinking can help create more good work days. Reflecting on how they first met years ago in a project management class, including a memorable lesson involving a "crazy red chicken," Scott shares how he found his path into lean, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. The conversation explores lean leadership as servant leadership, Scott's long‑term involvement with lean consortiums such as the Iowa Lean Consortium and his fifteen years on the board of the Siouxland Lean Consortium, and the value of learning together through conferences and engaging meetings. They also touch on small business entrepreneurship and how lean principles apply across organizations of all sizes.   -- Scott Post is an Operational Excellence and Lean Leadership Coach with over 20 years of experience in leadership, continuous improvement, and Lean methodology. Known for his ability to identify inefficiencies and optimize processes, Scott helps individuals and organizations unlock their full potential through practical, results-driven approaches. Scott's passion for process improvement began during his service in the United States Marine Corps and continued as he earned an Industrial Engineering degree from Iowa State University. His expertise deepened through roles at Pella Corporation and later as Chief Operations Officer at Pizza Ranch, where he led the Operations, Training, and Process Improvement teams toward operational excellence. Scott founded S Post Consulting in 2021 and began working full-time with clients in 2023. Based in Northwest Iowa, the firm helps Siouxland business leaders stabilize operations, boost profits, and build momentum. Scott helps organizations move from chronic inefficiencies to high-performing operations. Through a diagnostic, boots-on-the-ground approach, he uncovers root causes, aligns leadership, and builds sustainable systems that reduce waste, improve execution, and drive long-term profit, without adding headcount or complexity. Clients consistently experience improved employee engagement, increased labor efficiency, shorter lead times, and stronger bottom-line results. A dedicated Servant Leader, Scott has also been an active contributor to the local Lean communities, serving on the board of the Siouxland Lean Consortium, and volunteering with the Iowa Lean Consortium. Outside of work, he enjoys family life, camping, and a hobby farm by Rock Valley, Iowa with his wife, four children, and a collection of farm animals. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scott-post Other: http://www.spostconsulting.com  

Chad Husman from Stalcup Ag Services gives us a boots on the ground update after some strong storms went through Northwest Iowa last night. We look at growing conditions in Central Iowa with ISU Extension agronomist Meaghan Anderson and get a peek at the DMACC Agribusiness farm from Travis Lautner. US Commodities' Don Roose has today's market rundown!

Iowa Secretary of Ag Mike Naig is with us to discuss the Iowa Farm Act. ISU Professor Ratul Chowdhury gives a look into their research for a Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) vaccine. Gentry Sorenson is with us for an agronomy update from Northwest Iowa. And we dive into the WASDE numbers with Naomi Blohm.

Art Cullen is the editor and co-owner with his brother John of the Storm Lake Times Pilot, a weekly newspaper in that Northwest Iowa county seat – a town of about 12,000. He has a lot to say to and about the people and place he clearly loves, and mourns.  A place he knows so well, and yet still wonders at and about. Storm Lake Times Pilot: https://www.stormlake.com Dear Marty, We Crapped In Our Nest: https://icecubepress.com/2025/05/03/we-crapped-in-our-nest/ Theme music by Sean Balick; “Weathervane" by CloudCover, via Blue Dot Sessions.

Wheat and crude oil continued their rally on the back of weather and geopolitical risk in those markets. Corn and soybeans were quiet once again as USDA's Ag Outlook Forum projected smaller corn acres and higher soybean acres for the year ahead. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the week in the grain and livestock markets. Find more at https://www.totalfarmarketing.com. Cash is still king in the cattle market, with Northwest Iowa seeing trades at $250, reinforcing the strength of negotiated cash. Attention now turns to Friday, which brings two potential market movers: the latest Cattle on Feed report and another vote at the JBS plant in Greeley, Colorado. On this week's Cattle Chatter, Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek breaks down the strong cash movement, the impact of heavier cattle, and answers a listener question about cattle in Mexico and whether more are now being processed south of the border.

Every year, a fleet of farm machinery begins a journey that follows the grain harvest from South to North. But custom harvesting is about more than just cutting wheat or corn. It’s a logistics game. And it involves cutting-edge data, complex labor laws, and a constant battle against the elements. Paul Paplow is the president of U.S. Custom Harvesters. He’s based out of Northwest Iowa, but he covers national ground. He reflects on a busy year. He explains that while the equipment is getting smarter and the data is getting more precise, the heart of custom harvesting still lies in the people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines on today's episode include:-Depressed ag economy resulting in increased farmer mental health concerns-More optimism in farm country drives boost in this month's Ag Economy Barometer-Scrutiny of high retail beef prices-Bridge payment announcement coming next week, Secretary Rollins says-Northwest Iowa farmland sells for $32k per acreSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we are delighted to have a guest joining us for our hallway conversation: Dave's long-time pal, Paul Lapka. Paul currently serves as principal at an elementary school in California, and we're excited that he will be moving to Northwest Iowa next year to become the principal at the school where Abby's kids attend! In our conversation, we pick Paul's brain about the kinds of things he sees successful teachers doing: from exceptional teaching practices, to a learner mindset, to the humility to be willing to keep trying. We talk about the “tricks of the trade,” and also the importance of practice as a key part of ongoing growth and development. We also examine some of the things that make teaching more challenging today than when Paul and Dave started teaching almost 30 years ago. We hope this conversation will spark some conversations of your own about successes you're seeing, and opportunities for ongoing growth as well. We always love hearing from you, dear listeners. You can drop us a line at hallwayconvospod@gmail.com. Hallway Conversations is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Christian Education. You can learn more about the good work CACE is doing at https://cace.org/

From breakdown to breakthrough: Shelley Timmer reveals how forgiveness rituals, Christ consciousness, and daily practice turned crisis into calling—and why she's building “Journey Illuminated” for the newly awakened. Practical tools, real stories, zero fluff. #spiritualawakening #consciousness #healing About Shelley Timmer: Shelley Sandbulte Timmer is the Founder and CEO of PlayOff Sports LLC and the visionary behind a new venture, Your Journey Illuminated – Helping Others Find Their Path, a coaching and healing service devoted to guiding souls of all ages. She is a seasoned entrepreneur, certified mental health coach, science educator, yoga and meditation instructor, and Notary Public—a true bridge between the worlds of science, spirit, and service. With a rich professional tapestry that includes editing national science curricula, serving as lead chemist for Diamond Vogel Paints in award-winning national projects, and receiving accolades such as the George Washington Carver Scholarship, All-American Academic Team nomination, and Excellence Award from ETS Praxis, Shelley embodies lifelong learning and excellence across disciplines. Raised on a dairy farm in Northwest Iowa as the tenth of twelve children, Shelley's roots are steeped in hard work, connection to nature, reverence for life's cycles, and deep spiritual grounding. Her upbringing taught her the sacredness of both service and the earth—experiencing firsthand the rhythms of birth and death, communion with animals, and the importance of faith. A lifelong athlete, she continues to enjoy biking, hiking, climbing, swimming, running, and yoga, and once led a championship-winning women's softball team and coached youth sports for many years. A devoted mother of four and grandmother to twelve beloved grandchildren, Shelley finds joy and inspiration in family and in the divine mysteries that shape our journeys. Her spiritual mission is to bring revelation and light to others—through the Living Word, Christ Consciousness, Gaia, the Universe, and the presence of Mother and Father God. Shelley's first book, The Upper Room: Taking the Higher Road, is forthcoming through Page Publishing and marks the beginning of her public offerings to a wider audience of seekers, leaders, and light-bearers. The Portal To Ascension platform is a resource for awakening to the truth of our existence while exploring the nature of reality and the cosmos. Our efforts are aimed at manifesting full disclosure of: • Humanity's ancient origins • The truth of the Extraterrestrial presence • The release of advanced technology • Transparency within business and global economic affairs • An understanding beyond our third dimensional perception Official website: https://portaltoascension.org/ Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PortalToAscension/ Official Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/portaltoascension Official Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/p2ascension Official Telegram Chat Room: https://t.me/portaltoascension Join Our Rapidly Growing Mailing List: https://portaltoascension.org/sign-up/ Portal To Ascension Conferences: In Person: https://ascensionconference.com Online: https://portaltoascension.org/upcoming-events/ Also Find Us On : Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uolCCJknWQV9I3i07OZtC Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/portal-to-ascension-radio/id1544194663f

Many bond issue measures for school, jail & library projects in Northwest Iowa in November.

August has arrived, which will be a busy period for people who want to become candidates for school boards and municipal city positions in Northwest Iowa.

The Le Mars School District in Northwest Iowa will stop letting religious groups hold events on school grounds.

After three days with thousands of bicyclists pedaling through Northwest Iowa, RAGBRAI participants by Tuesday afternoon were exiting the area for a more easterly route.

Latest problem at new Woodbury County jail includes poor soundproofing in courtrooms, Northwest Iowa schools get classroom grants; South Dakota colleges setting rules for concealed guns on campuses

A long-disputed proposed casino in Cedar Rapids can continue as planned. Iowa has six confirmed cases of measles so far this year. And how are Northwest Iowa residents doing a year after historic flooding?

I was back at home last week visiting family and friends, and my friend Kiley Yates from South O'Brien (IA) HS helped me bring together Derek Keizer from Hull Western Christian (IA) and Loren DeJong of Siouxland Christian (IA) HS together at my buddy Chad Lang's restuarant "Langer's" in Sheldon for a great podcast! We discussed summer strategies, staying in coaching for an extended period of time, sustaining a successful program, what these coaches learned from their highly successful seasons and much more! A great podcast with three of Iowa's best boys basketball coaches!

Aaron Titterington from Jones Dairy joins us again to share her family's efforts in Northwest Iowa to connect with their community and consumers. From their reoccurring Breakfast on the Farm happening June 21st, to their open-door visitor center where consumers can drop in any time or their more unique events like Books in the Barn where school aged kids read books to calves, Jones Dairy is reaching all ages of consumers in their community! Aaron shares an inspiring vision when it comes to agri-tourism and the experience she wants to create for their visitors in this STtalks.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:37 History of Jones Dairy02:03 Community Engagement and Events06:10 Visitor Center and Tours09:33 Educational Programs and Outreach12:10 Impact and Future Goals17:29 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Almost a year after devastating flooding hit northwest Iowa, the community of Rock Valley is moving ahead with housing projects; Dickinson county lawsuit over wind farm; More measles in Iowa; Spanish class additions in Sioux City School District.

The former Iowa Corm Promotion Board President, Kelly Nieuwenhuis, tells us how he's looking for moisture in Northwest Iowa and some initiative to promote E-15 availability and sales./

The agricultural land market demonstrates remarkable resilience in early 2024, despite ongoing concerns about tariffs, interest rates, and commodity price fluctuations. In this information-packed episode, we dive deep into current farmland trends with special guest Jim Rothermich, "The Iowa Land Guy," who tracks every land auction in Iowa and provides crucial market insights.Rothermich reveals that Northwest Iowa continues to see premium farmland prices exceeding $20,000 per acre, driven primarily by local producers rather than outside investors. This producer-dominated market reflects the strategic importance of land acquisition beyond simple ROI calculations—farmers recognize that expansion opportunities may be once-in-a-lifetime chances. Despite rising interest rates reducing the buyer pool somewhat, most transactions still involve significant cash positions from farmers with strong balance sheets.The conversation shifts to recent auction results across several states, showcasing the tremendous range in current land values. From recreational properties selling for $3,800/acre in Pembina County, North Dakota, to premium farmland reaching $12,500/acre in Brown County, Minnesota, and multi-parcel offerings near Moorhead bringing $9,600/acre, the market demonstrates continued strength across diverse property types.Hosts Steve Link and Andy Murdock share exciting details about upcoming auctions, including a 3,000-acre ranch property in Golden Valley County and a unique 840-acre offering near Custer State Park in South Dakota featuring parcels with direct views of Mount Rushmore. The episode provides valuable perspective on market trends, buyer motivations, and what both sellers and purchasers should consider in today's dynamic land market.Discover why agricultural real estate continues to attract strong interest despite economic headwinds, and gain insights that could help you make more informed decisions about your land assets. Visit piferscom to explore complete details on upcoming land and equipment auctions mentioned in this episode.Follow at www.americalandauctioneer.com and on Instagram & FacebookContact the team at Pifer's

In this episode we have the opportunity to interview our new friend, Shaun Brooker, who serves as Head of School at Hamilton Christian School in Hamilton, New Zealand. It was a pleasure to meet Shaun in person at the recent Converge conference in Orlando, and we were delighted that Shaun was able to join us for the show, despite the time difference between the Waikato region in New Zealand and Northwest Iowa–he is 18 hours ahead of us! Shaun is a thoughtful, passionate leader, as you will find as you listen. In this wide-ranging conversation about Christian education, Shaun shares his vision for the Kingdom work we get to engage in as Christian educators. We hope you'll be blessed by this conversation, and we suspect this is not the last time we'll have Shaun on the show. At the end of the episode Dave asks Shaun about an important piece he has written entitled “The Letter,” which we hope everyone will read. You can find this piece here: The Letter. Hallway Conversations is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Christian Education. You can learn more about the good work CACE is doing at https://cace.org/ 

Send us a textNick and Charlie host one of Northwest Iowa's top College Recruiter and Coaches, Aaron Aberson. Aaron has been at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa for the past 15 and continues to attract the areas top talent again, and again. Enjoy this episode with a coach I would definately trust mentoring my kid for the next four years.Remember, if you're gonna miss, make it a good one!Cheers BoysSupport the show

This year, 16 counties in Iowa were impacted by historic flooding.

The CEO of DART says the Des Moines metro bus system is facing a large deficit by 2027. Northwest Iowa communities are still recovering after historic summer flooding, with housing being the biggest concern. And a central Iowa city is expanding its wastewater treatment facility to reduce nutrient pollution.

We're on the road at a contractor round-table for this episode of The Water Table podcast. Jamie sits down with Ross Wetherell, a drainage contractor from Northwest Iowa, who came to the family business in a round-about way. From horse training in North Carolina and Ohio and doing horse shows in Las Vegas and Arizona, learn why Ross Wetherell thinks Northwest Iowa is the place to be; and how he's using technology to help farmers increase yields, causing a ripple effect in the overall economy in rural America.Chapters & Episode Topics: 00:00   Intro00:12   Welcome Ross Wetherell00:56   The history of business01:44   Horse training03:35   The hotbed of horses04:54   The passion of family business05:31   Drainage is cool06:59   The ripple effect07:43   The business plan08:35   Rural Iowa is awesome10:29   What's exciting?10:48   All the technology12:05   I need pipe right away!12:30   Education in the industry14:00   Iowa is leading the packGuest Info: Ross Wetherell is a 3rd generation drainage contractor in Peterson, Iowa. He owns Wetherell Sand and Gravel, a family business specializing in GPS farm drainage.Find us on social media! Facebook Twitter InstagramListen on these Podcast Platforms:Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our website to explore more episodes & water management education.

This week Will and Ben talk expectations for U.S. ag exports for the new marketing year.Market recap (changes on week as of Monday's close): » December 2024 corn up $.15 at $4.01» December 2025 corn up $.08 at $4.38» November 2024 soybeans up $.20 at $10.00» November 2025 soybeans up $.15 at $10.45» December soybean oil up 1.24 cents at 41.99 cents/lb» December soybean meal up $4.90 at $313.10/short ton» December 2024 wheat up $.27 at $5.52» July 2025 wheat up $.28 at $5.91» October cotton down 1.43 cents at 69.15 cents/lb» December cotton down 0.34 cents at 69.92 cents/lb » October WTI Crude Oil down $3.59 at $73.83/barrel Weekly highlights:US Consumer confidence climbed to a six-month high of 103.3 blowing past expectations of a slight rise to 101. US stocks of crude oil and gasoline were again down week over week by 36 and 92 million gallons respectively, while distillate stocks were up 12 million gallons.US ethanol production pulled back to 315 million gallons- down from 323 million gallons the week prior, but remains above the 285 in 2022 and 296 in 2023. Ethanol stocks were flat on the wek but are 9% higher than the same period last year. The US ag trade deficit is expected to grow to 42.5 billion dollars up from a revised 30.5 billion dollars in 2024. Exports to China are expected to decline $3 billion to $24 billion. In 2023, China bought nearly $34 billion in US ag products.For 2023/24 ag export sales there were 600,00 bushels of corn sales and negative soybean sales of 5.3 million bushels. Both were within expectations but soybeans as on the low end. Sales for 2024/25 were 58.8 million bushels of corn, 96.1 million bushels of soybeans and 19.6 million bushels of wheats. All up week over week and above the recent four-week averages.With the last full week in the 2023/24 corn, milo and soybean marketing year, ag export inspections were bullish on the week. Corn, soybeans, milo and wheat export inspections were all up week over week and toward top end of expectations. US Crop Conditions:It was dry in parts of the Corn Belt. Out of 132 total years of data- Northwest Iowa ranked 120 driest. Parts of Western Tennessee were one off from being the driest August in the last 132 years. One of the reasons crop conditions have remained at or above the five-year average is because it the seasonally mild temperatures.Topics:» Market recap» Post-holiday crop market rally» Review of 2023-2024 exports» A fresh marketing year look» Harvest markets» What to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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What if you could decrease your cost of production while simultaneously increasing your yield by 25 BPA? Join us as we chat with Chad from Northwest Iowa, who has successfully redefined his 1,200-acre corn and bean operation. Chad shares how adopting cutting-edge strategies has made his farm more efficient and profitable. So don't miss this episode's insights on achieving optimal results through innovative and efficient practices.

The Salvation Army Western Division is responding to widespread flooding in Northwest Iowa.   A Salvation Army disaster-relief team from Western Divisional headquarters in Omaha arrived in Rock Valley, Iowa, to survey the damage and create a plan to provide support to those impacted by the flooding.   On Monday June 24th Salvation Army disaster-relief teams began serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Rock Valley – daily – to flood-impacted individuals and families, as well as first responders and cleanup crews. The Salvation Army has been serving hundreds of meals per day– and meal service will continue for as long as there is a need.   The Salvation Army has also distributed flood-cleanup kits for distribution in affected communities.   The Salvation Army will continue to assess community needs throughout northwest Iowa as its initial disaster-relief response unfolds.    To support The Salvation Army's continued efforts visit disaster.salvationarmyusa.org

Northwest Iowa communities are starting to pick up the pieces after historic flooding. The U.S. Department of Labor says Iowa's state child labor law can't be less strict than federal protections. And John Deere announces more layoffs in Iowa.

The director of the Flood Research Center shares how the center tracks flooding and helps with risk management as Northwest Iowa experiences historic flooding.

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On this week's episode, Nebraska's governor visits Siouxland, we return to the courtroom — this time over hemp products, conservatives talk clean energy, Democrats hold their state convention, and the bird flu keeps causing trouble in Northwest Iowa.This episode was hosted by the Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Gazette Deputy Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Lee Des Moines Bureau Chief Caleb McCullough, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal and Gazette columnist Todd Dorman.This episode was produced by Bailey Cichon. Intro music is “Chillin' with Jeris” by Copperhead. Outro music is “I See You” by Silence ft. Riley Mobz.Comments: erin.murphy@thegazette.com

Kamden Glade, fisheries biologist for the Minnesota DNR, joins the show this week. Kamden talks about growing up in Northwest Iowa, moving to Northern Minnesota, and his studies in Minnesota fisheries. Kamden also dives into the diet of muskie.

This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, hear an inspiring conversation with Ann Gustafson, author of the book "Seeds Sown, A Walk of Faith with the Intention of Restoration." Anne shares her unexpected journey from being a nurse for 29 years to becoming an author following her diagnosis and battle with colon cancer at age 49. Despite living a healthy lifestyle and having no risk factors typically associated with the disease, Ann faced what many cancer patients experience—a sense that their body has betrayed them.Don't miss this powerful story that could offer comfort or guidance for people facing similar battles or seeking comfort from someone who has walked that path before—to spread hope and knowledge that can make all the difference during challenging times! Tune in now!In this Episode:The transformative power of adversity and how unexpected life events can lead to growth and self-discovery.Ann's background as a nurse with 29 years under her belt, who faced her own health crisis when diagnosed with colon cancer at age 49.The surprising revelation that despite leading a healthy lifestyle, she was not immune to illness – challenging the misconception that disease always follows rules.Insights into navigating healthcare systems during COVID times; from patient advocacy to questioning medical practices amidst pandemic protocols.How faith played an integral role in coping with her diagnosis and treatment. Discover how spiritual beliefs can provide solace and strength even when confronting mortality.Personal anecdotes related to farming life lessons that influenced Ann's resilience and perspective on life challenges.Ann has a special treat for the first 100 listeners of this episode: order her book "Seeds Sown, A Walk of Faith with the Intention of Restoration," and receive an exclusive 15% discount with a special Andy "paw-dograff" bookmark! To claim your discounted copy, simply email Ann at rootedwisdomfromthefields@gmail.com to place your order!This episode is sponsored by:Reed Animal HospitalMike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter (Use code “Gary” to get $89 off any service!)Bio:Ann Gustafson was raised on a family farm in Northwest Iowa, where she was blessed to be nurtured by her parents and tolerated by her older siblings. She attended the University of Iowa, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Before Ann's life-changing health experience, she spent many years as a Registered Nurse in Labor/Delivery. Her career path led her to serve as a nurse consultant in a corporate wellness company, where she provided positive health plans for clients.After learning of her colon polyp diagnosis and the steps needed to remove it, Ann had a pivotal moment in her surgeon's office. She turned her colon cancer journey from a quiet chapter to writing her story to help others navigate and overcome various obstacles they may experience far beyond colon cancer. Ann now enjoys sharing her story to help equip others to be prepared for a possible crisis moment/diagnosis in their life journey.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamagustafson/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-gustafson-573242a/Book Amazon Purchase Link: Click herewww.GaryScottThomas.com

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In this episode Luke talks with Kristin Benton about getting the females in your life into firearms training.Kristin grew up in Northwest Iowa - around a lot of hunters and guns were around but not an active part of everyday life. On her 30th birthday, when she was gifted a handgun and carry permit class, it was the first time she had shot a pistol. She was nervous and excited but most of all, knew she had a lot to learn.  That first time walking into a range with her newly acquired handgun, she recalls, "I was so nervous and I felt stupid. I was surrounded by guys who knew all the things (or so I thought) and being a woman around all these "tactical dudes" made me feel like such an outsider." Thankfully, Kristin stuck in there and immediately fell in love with shooting and has been learning ever since. When you're excited about something you want to share it and what started as teaching girlfriends how to shoot for fun, has become something more in She Shoots Training! With 20 years of prior success in training/adult learning, it made perfect sense for Kristin to share her knowledge and experience with the thousands of other women who are just like she was at the beginning of her journey and who want the skills to protect themselves and their families. ​She Shoots started as a way to help women navigate a dangerous world and has grown into a mission to educate, equip, and empower women of all ages.https://www.sheshootstraining.com/https://www.instagram.com/sheshootstraining/Intro/Outro Music:Layer Cake by tubebackr   / tubebackr  Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3U4QrlFMusic promoted by Audio Library https://bit.ly/4aM55E5Please like, subscribe and share to help us grow the podcast.Check out our YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/GreenOpsInc Follow us on Instagram:Green Ops Podcast - Green_ops_podcastGreen Ops - greenopsincLuke - Green_Ops_LukeDex - Green_Ops_DexLove you Mom!

Fred Grandy spent 8 years in the US House as a Republican from Northwest Iowa, but remains best known for the decade he spent playing the character Gopher on the iconic 70s/80s hit television show "The Love Boat". In this conversation, he talks how his small-town Iowa roots mixed with matriculating at tony Eastern boarding schools, how he came to spend time around both President Eisenhower and President Nixon, why an initial flirtation with politics instead pushed him to Hollywood, what drew him back to politics after an incredibly successful run in show business, memories of his 8 years in the House, challenging an incumbent in a 1994 gubernatorial primary, what he's done since leaving office, and one of his current projects portraying Harry Truman on stage in "Give 'Em Hell, Harry". Fred Grandy is a natural storyteller and no one in politics has a story like him.IN THIS EPISODEHis unusual roots in both Sioux City Iowa and Eastern prep schools...An early lesson in congressional politics before going into show business...Stories of spending time around both President Eisenhower and President Nixon...The accidental conversation that drew him to politics from Hollywood in the mid 80s...Memories of being an international celebrity at the height of The Love Boat's run...The role the "Gopher Gap" and Johnny Carson played in his first race for Congress...Important lessons learned when seeking committee positions in his first term...Why he left the House to mount an underdog primary against IA Governor Terry Branstad...Why politics can be a narcotic...His post-congressional career as an Executive at Goodwill Industries...Talking through his current stage play inhabiting Harry Truman in "Give 'Em Hell, Harry!"AND...the Americans with Disabilities Act, Bret Baier, Steve Bartlett, Berkley Bedell, Sonny Bono, the Bourbons, Bill Broomfield, Bill Clinton, Tom Dewey, fishing tackle, Bill Ford, The Freedom Support Act, funny hats, Newt Gingrich, Goodwill Industries, Clayton Hogdson, Henry Hyde, Steve King, Bob Livingston, lugubrious hearings, Nancy Mace, Gavin MacLeod, Edward Madigan, Marblehead, Wiley Mayne, David McCullough, Bob Michel, Alyssa Milano, moneyed patricians, nativist foundations, Leon Panetta, the patois of the district, the Pendergast Organization, Phillips Exter, Ronald Reagan, the Republican bosom, ringworm, ritual slaughter, Rivercade, Pat Roberts, Dan Rostenkowski, screwing the sugar industry, seed caps, Sherman Oaks, shoving words around a room, Sturm und Drang, summer stock, Robert Taft, Fred Thompson, Craig Tufty, Mary Tydings, Mo Udall, the underbelly of Congress, Watergate & more!

For Information Like Degrees Offered, Annual Costs, Etc., Please Click The Banner Below: The Agricultural College Episode is designed to profile agricultural trade schools, junior colleges, colleges and universities around the U.S.  This [caption id="attachment_421012" align="alignright" width="90"] Allison Meyer: Head Ag Ambassador - Dordt University[/caption] episode is an effort to replicate the conversation that prospective students, parents and ag teachers might have with agricultural schools at trade show like the National FFA Convention. Dordt University is a private, Christian university located in Northwest Iowa.  It is also one of the few Christian universities to have an agriculture program.  The university has its own row crop operation, feed lot and dairy herd.  In addition to that, Dordt is located in a very rural part of the state that is agriculturally intensive.  So, students there have multitudes of opportunities to work in agriculture and make great money doing it! More Places You Can Listen to Off-Farm Income And Matt Brechwald:  

Joshua Rathbun grew up in Northwest Iowa and attended college at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. After graduating in May 2021 he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in video production. He landed a gig at a “dream company” but ended up quitting after only 3 full-months to pursue his passion of starting and building my own business. Fast forward to today and he is fully invest into his startup, Cheecam - full-service disposable film camera + development company for weddings.  He discusses the ups and downs of a start up and the discovery his passion for the process.  To connect with Josh -  https://cheecam.com/ on IG @getcheecam To get in touch with Tyler -  https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

Kelby Kiefer and Dave Flewelling join Jamie to talk about the Iowa LICA Field Days coming up on July 26 & 27 in Melbourne, Iowa. The Water Table Podcast will be there with our mobile recording studio to get in on all the action. Find out why Iowa LICA chapter is one of the biggest and best in the country and hear about the farm they've owned for 20 years. They've used 80 acres to clean up a 1000 acre watershed and want to share their practices with you!The LICA Farm: https://ialica-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/p/director/EdUXGtODslhKun8n3oByicMBnlQpOaAWJVbO6s68qWOmigAttend LICA on July 26th and 27th: https://www.facebook.com/IALICA/Chapters & Episode Topics: 00:00   Intro00:32   This week on The Water Table…00:57   Welcome Kelby and Dave02:00   What's so different about Iowa?03:30   It's all about loyalty…04:45   …and passion06:10   A fraternity of relationships07:20   The Iowa LICA Farm08:30   See conservation practices first-hand09:15   Terraces, wetlands and buffers, oh my!10:25   All the testing and all the results12:00   80 acres cleaning up 1000 acres13:10   Field day! July 26 & 2714:10   Come play in the dirt…15:30   This year – tiling, saturated buffers, grading…demos galore!17:40   Schedule info19:00   EVERYONE is invited20:20   Three goals21:00   The Water Table on the road!Follow us on social media! Facebook Twitter Find us on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to our Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Visit our website to explore more episodes & water management education:https://www.watertable.ag/the-podcast/ About the Guests:Kelby Kiefer has been the Iowa LICA Executive Director since May of 2022.  She grew up in Southeastern Iowa in the Wellman/Kalona area where she still resides.  She has been employed by the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for the past 16 years and has been in the Department of Emergency Medicine as part of the Education Leadership Team for the past 7.5 years. She is a Program Coordinator for their Physician Assistant Residency and six departmental Fellowships (Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Ultrasound, Medical Education, Medical Toxicology, Research, and Social Medicine).  She also serves as Division Coordinator for their Divisions of Emergency Medical Services and Medical Toxicology.Dave Flewelling has served on the Iowa Land Improvement Contractors Association board for the past 10 years and currently serves as the state president. Dave developed a true passion for building conservation structures while growing up in a small family-run multi-generational earthmoving company from Northwest Iowa. After taking over the business in 2007 and joining the Iowa LICA Association shortly afterwards, he realized how important it is to belong to a group that has a strong impact on the industry and has made it his goal to help educate the next generation of contractors how to conserve the earth for future use.

Back home visiting my dad and step-mom, so I thought we'd have a road show podcast while I was back home! Really excited to have on Heather Graffing from Central Lyon, Ryan Brasser from West Lyon and Kiley Yates from South O'Brien to discuss a wide range of topics, including off-season improvement, off-season adjustments, building community support and much more!

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast...Kristin grew up in Northwest Iowa - around a lot of hunters and guns were around but not an active part of everyday life. On her 30th birthday, when she was gifted a .40cal handgun and carry permit class, it was the first time she had ever been around a handgun. She was nervous, excited and most of all, knew she had a lot to learn. The first time Kristin walked into a gun range with her newly acquired handgun, she recalls, "I was so nervous and I felt stupid. I was surrounded by guys who knew all the things (or so I thought) and being a woman around all these "tactical dudes" made me feel like such an outsider." Thankfully, Kristin stuck in there and immediately fell in love with pistol shooting and has been learning ever since. When you're excited about something you want to share it and what started as teaching girlfriends how to shoot for fun, has become something more in She Shoots Training! Having worked professionally in training/adult learning since 2005, it made perfect sense for Kristin to share her knowledge and experience with the thousands of other women who are just like she was at the beginning of her journey. ​"I've married my decades of experience in training and coaching with my conviction that everyone should have the opportunity to defend their life."​She Shoots started as a way to help women navigate a challenging world and has grown into a mission to educate, equip, and empower women. Follow Kristin:https://www.sheshootstraining.com/Episode highlights:8:51 - How she got started teaching women to shoot guns.16:01 - Counter protesters at rallies.18:57 - You never really own your house as long as your property taxes are high.26:17 - What's going on in the world of transgenderism.42:02 - Political refugees from California and the changing political landscape in Davidson County.*****SUBSCRIBE/RATE/FOLLOW What's Your Problem? PODCAST:www.whatsyourproblempodcast.comwww.instagram.com/whatsyourproblempodwww.instagram.com/jimmccarthyvosTiktok: @jimmccarthyvos __________________________________________________________Random 5 sponsored by IT'S YOUR SHOW.CO!www.itsyourshow.coYou know you have a lot to share with the world, but how? What's your source? The Dad Joke Challenge is sponsored by Ed Fox and Tradebank of Nashville, for when you have unsold inventory or services and think that barter is smarter, go to www.nashville.tradebank.com. The Dad joke challenge with Ed Fox - Author of 101 groan-tastic dad jokes available on Amazon Kindle, or you could go TikTok channel @specialedfoxdadjokes____________________________________________________________****You hear Jim mention it on almost every episode, ME vs. WE and how 2023 will be 1943 all over again….order “PENDULUM:How Past Generations Shape Our Present and Predict Our Future”:https://a.co/d/7oKK7Ip__________________________________________________________________________The co-author of Pendulum wrote a myriad of other books and started a non-profit 21st Century Non-Traditional Business School that you should really check out: Wizard Academy - www.wizardacademy.org__________________________________________________________________________Talking about the real problems (and possible solutions) of everyday business owners and professionals in and around Middle Tennessee and beyond...this is the What's Your Problem Podcast!WYP Intro VO: @johndavidwells#podcasts #podcast #podcasting #tennessee #nashville #podcastproduction #sales #selling #business #marketing #radio #production #voiceover #vo #fitness #bni #networking #nft #nonfungibletokens #crypto #cryptocurrency #applepodcasts #businesscoach #businessideas #businesslife #businesspassion #businesstips #countrymusic #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurship #marketing #mindset #nashvegas #nashville #nashvillelife #nashvillemusic #nashvillescene #nashvilletennessee #nashvillet

In the 69th installment of the pod, we catch up with an old friend. Sergeant Vince Kurtz of the Iowa State Patrol stops by for a chat as we relive our radio days! We also hear about how Aaron's poor planning is coming back to bite him (again), Mitch accuses Wayne and Aaron of killing home shows in Northwest Iowa, Aaron ditches out on Wayne's 40th birthday for wealthier friends, and we unveil the sponsor for the 70th episode! Sponsorships are still available, hit us up on the socials. All it costs is $50 and a 12-pack of beer. Because we are classy like that! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dbapod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dbapod/support

On today's episode of the Rural Revival podcast we're with Marissa Molland of Hardly General and Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon to talk about the Rural Route Ramble they put on in Moville, Iowa (pop. 1,687) and the surrounding area every December. The Rural Route Ramble is a curated, self guided shop hop through some of Northwest Iowa's rural communities.They're talking about how they provide a well-rounded shopping experience with food, shopping, coffee, and a little bit of something for everybody. They're also taking us through their application process and how you can come be a part, too.You'll love these ladies and all of their creative ideas to draw people to our small town main streets and businesses, and it's so great to see how this is taking off for them. This year is going to be a fun event! If you're anywhere in the area the first week of December, we hope you can make plans to come be a part!Check out more on the blog.Show notes:Moville, IowaHardly GeneralHungry CanyonRedneck LimoInstagram: @ruralrouterambleFacebook: /ruralrouterambleMeet Me on Main Street

On today's episode of the Rural Revival podcast we're with Marissa Molland of Hardly General and Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon to talk about the Rural Route Ramble they put on in Moville, Iowa (pop. 1,687) and the surrounding area every December. The Rural Route Ramble is a curated, self guided shop hop through some of Northwest Iowa's rural communities.They're talking about how they provide a well-rounded shopping experience with food, shopping, coffee, and a little bit of something for everybody. They're also taking us through their application process and how you can come be a part, too.You'll love these ladies and all of their creative ideas to draw people to our small town main streets and businesses, and it's so great to see how this is taking off for them. This year is going to be a fun event! If you're anywhere in the area the first week of December, we hope you can make plans to come be a part!Show notes:Moville, IowaHardly GeneralHungry CanyonRedneck LimoInstagram: @ruralrouterambleFacebook: /ruralrouterambleMeet Me on Main Street