Tuned In

Mikaela Kienitz, CEO Boone County Hospital, Health Talk. Kienitz reviews information on the financial position through the first quarter of the fiscal year. She also says the Board had received the final audit report, but didn’t have enough time for a review. They had received information last month, a preliminary look at the audit and will consider adopting the audit when they meet in early December. A big impact on the audit has been the loss of the second operating room due to the sprinkler head malfunction in July. Work to rebuild the second operating room is expected to be completed this week. Aired Monday, October 27, 2025.

Mikaela Kienitz, CEO Boone County Hospital, Health Talk. Kienitz reviews information on the financial position through the first quarter of the fiscal year. She also says the Board had received the final audit report, but didn’t have enough time for a review. They had received information last month, a preliminary look at the audit and will consider adopting the audit when they meet in early December. A big impact on the audit has been the loss of the second operating room due to the sprinkler head malfunction in July. Work to rebuild the second operating room is expected to be completed this week. Aired Monday, October 27, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Mikaela Kienitz, CEO Boone County Hospital, Health Talk. Kienitz reviews information on the financial position through the first quarter of the fiscal year. She also says the Board had received the final audit report, but didn’t have enough time for a review. They had received information last month, a preliminary look at the audit and will consider adopting the audit when they meet in early December. A big impact on the audit has been the loss of the second operating room due to the sprinkler head malfunction in July. Work to rebuild the second operating room is expected to be completed this week. Aired Monday, October 27, 2025.
Ronda Kelley and Tammy Troup, Ericson Public Library, talk about the activity at the Ericson Public Library as they wrap up the month of October and move into the month of November. A new program about “Junk Journaling” will be featured, Tuesday evening at 6:30. Mr. Z will do the Afterschool Science Program at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 30th. Many regular programs continue in November. The library will be closed on Veterans Day and on Thanksgiving Day and on Friday, November 28th, but will be open regular hours on Saturday, November 29th. 2025 09 26 Ericson Public Library logo

Ronda Kelley and Tammy Troup, Ericson Public Library, talk about the activity at the Ericson Public Library as they wrap up the month of October and move into the month of November. A new program about “Junk Journaling” will be featured, Tuesday evening at 6:30. Mr. Z will do the Afterschool Science Program at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 30th. Many regular programs continue in November. The library will be closed on Veterans Day and on Thanksgiving Day and on Friday, November 28th, but will be open regular hours on Saturday, November 29th.

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Read More Read more about Ronda Kelley and Tammy Troup, Ericson Public Library, talk about the activity at the Ericson Public Library as they wrap up the month of October and move into the month of November. A new program about “Junk Journaling” will be featured, Tuesday evening at 6:30. Mr. Z will do the Afterschool Science Program at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 30th. Many regular programs continue in November. The library will be closed on Veterans Day and on Thanksgiving Day and on Friday, November 28th, but will be open regular hours on Saturday, November 29th.
BHS Toreador Theatre will present “The Sponge Bob Musical” October 31st, November 1st, and November 2nd. Cast member join Director Jed Hammen to talk about the production, how to get tickets for the public performances and more. Aired Thursday, October 23, 2025 568507410_1412853387511807_3430128124369744298_n

BHS Toreador Theatre will present “The Sponge Bob Musical” October 31st, November 1st, and November 2nd. Cast member join Director Jed Hammen to talk about the production, how to get tickets for the public performances and more. Aired Thursday, October 23, 2025

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Read More Read more about BHS Toreador Theatre will present “The Sponge Bob Musical” October 31st, November 1st, and November 2nd. Cast member join Director Jed Hammen to talk about the production, how to get tickets for the public performances and more. Aired Thursday, October 23, 2025
Boone Mayor, Elijah Stines, talks about this week’s City Council Meeting. Stines said several actions were taken by the Council. The first he mentioned, the swearing in of a new police officer. Cale Naeve has joined the department to fill a vacancy created by the deployment of Officer Riley Bryant. Stines also talked about the financial position of the city, the sale of $1.275 million in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for the city’s share of the Hancock Drive Extension Project to the Daisy Plant site. Aired Tuesday, October 21, 2025. City of Boone Logo

Boone Mayor, Elijah Stines, talks about this week’s City Council Meeting. Stines said several actions were taken by the Council. The first he mentioned, the swearing in of a new police officer. Cale Naeve has joined the department to fill a vacancy created by the deployment of Officer Riley Bryant. Stines also talked about the financial position of the city, the sale of $1.275 million in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for the city’s share of the Hancock Drive Extension Project to the Daisy Plant site. Aired Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Boone Mayor, Elijah Stines, talks about this week’s City Council Meeting. Stines said several actions were taken by the Council. The first he mentioned, the swearing in of a new police officer. Cale Naeve has joined the department to fill a vacancy created by the deployment of Officer Riley Bryant. Stines also talked about the financial position of the city, the sale of $1.275 million in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes for the city’s share of the Hancock Drive Extension Project to the Daisy Plant site. Aired Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
BJ McGinn, Athletic Director for DMACC visits about the popularity of activity programs offered at DMACC. McGinn says the programs have not only attracted athletes but strong students. He noted the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference has become on of the top conferences as far as program success and says it continues to expand. Aired Monday, October 20, 2025. 2025 01 29 DMACC logo

BJ McGinn, Athletic Director for DMACC visits about the popularity of activity programs offered at DMACC. McGinn says the programs have not only attracted athletes but strong students. He noted the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference has become on of the top conferences as far as program success and says it continues to expand. Aired Monday, October 20, 2025.

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Read More Read more about BJ McGinn, Athletic Director for DMACC visits about the popularity of activity programs offered at DMACC. McGinn says the programs have not only attracted athletes but strong students. He noted the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference has become on of the top conferences as far as program success and says it continues to expand. Aired Monday, October 20, 2025.
Mike Gibbs and Fred Greiner with the Boone Area Veterans Center provide an update on the status of the project. Most of the activity has now turned to fund raising and their goal remains $5-million to construct the new building at 807 6th Street. The most recent update is that they are at 21% of their goal. Greiner says that’s ahead of the amount expected at this time. Gibbs says there will be a fund raising opportunity planned for November 15 with Moffitt Ford. Aired Friday, October 17, 2025. 2025 10 17 BAVC

Mike Gibbs and Fred Greiner with the Boone Area Veterans Center provide an update on the status of the project. Most of the activity has now turned to fund raising and their goal remains $5-million to construct the new building at 807 6th Street. The most recent update is that they are at 21% of their goal. Greiner says that’s ahead of the amount expected at this time. Gibbs says there will be a fund raising opportunity planned for November 15 with Moffitt Ford. Aired Friday, October 17, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Mike Gibbs and Fred Greiner with the Boone Area Veterans Center provide an update on the status of the project. Most of the activity has now turned to fund raising and their goal remains $5-million to construct the new building at 807 6th Street. The most recent update is that they are at 21% of their goal. Greiner says that’s ahead of the amount expected at this time. Gibbs says there will be a fund raising opportunity planned for November 15 with Moffitt Ford. Aired Friday, October 17, 2025.
Sgt. Ryan Palmer, Boone Police Department is the guest and visits about Trunk or Treat next week, which will be the unofficial kickoff of Shop With a Cop. Palmer reviewed some of the information about Shop With a Cop. The Boone PD Benevolence Association will be taking nominations and forms are available at the Boone Police Department. The deadline will be November 10th. The Association would also like to hear from those willing to volunteer to help with the event on December 11th. Aired Thursday, October 16, 2025. Boone PD

Sgt. Ryan Palmer, Boone Police Department is the guest and visits about Trunk or Treat next week, which will be the unofficial kickoff of Shop With a Cop. Palmer reviewed some of the information about Shop With a Cop. The Boone PD Benevolence Association will be taking nominations and forms are available at the Boone Police Department. The deadline will be November 10th. The Association would also like to hear from those willing to volunteer to help with the event on December 11th. Aired Thursday, October 16, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Sgt. Ryan Palmer, Boone Police Department is the guest and visits about Trunk or Treat next week, which will be the unofficial kickoff of Shop With a Cop. Palmer reviewed some of the information about Shop With a Cop. The Boone PD Benevolence Association will be taking nominations and forms are available at the Boone Police Department. The deadline will be November 10th. The Association would also like to hear from those willing to volunteer to help with the event on December 11th. Aired Thursday, October 16, 2025.
John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Boone County Recycling talks about landfill operations. He talks more about the newest numbers indicating that with the development of the last targeted cell for solid waste disposal, operations could last more than 24 years. However future growth and development will have an impact. He talked about taking yard waste on Thursday, Friday and Saturday til mid-November. Roosa said the first days saw a lot of traffic, but it’s slowed quite a bit since then. Aired Wednesday, October 15, 2025. 2025 10 02 Landfill Logo

John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Boone County Recycling talks about landfill operations. He talks more about the newest numbers indicating that with the development of the last targeted cell for solid waste disposal, operations could last more than 24 years. However future growth and development will have an impact. He talked about taking yard waste on Thursday, Friday and Saturday til mid-November. Roosa said the first days saw a lot of traffic, but it’s slowed quite a bit since then. Aired Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

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Read More Read more about John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Boone County Recycling talks about landfill operations. He talks more about the newest numbers indicating that with the development of the last targeted cell for solid waste disposal, operations could last more than 24 years. However future growth and development will have an impact. He talked about taking yard waste on Thursday, Friday and Saturday til mid-November. Roosa said the first days saw a lot of traffic, but it’s slowed quite a bit since then. Aired Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Dr. Julie Trepa, Superintendent, Boone Community School District talks about the Boone School Board meeting. She reviewed the presentations on curriculum materials being considered for reading. Trepa also reviewed some of the preliminary numbers for enrollment. The official enrollment numbers will be determined on October 15th. The district is working toward a cashless entry for events and will continue to push for that option. Aired Tuesday, October 14, 2025. e1968f17-a64d-42bf-8c3e-3f6b2a51fef0

Dr. Julie Trepa, Superintendent, Boone Community School District talks about the Boone School Board meeting. She reviewed the presentations on curriculum materials being considered for reading. Trepa also reviewed some of the preliminary numbers for enrollment. The official enrollment numbers will be determined on October 15th. The district is working toward a cashless entry for events and will continue to push for that option. Aired Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Dr. Julie Trepa, Superintendent, Boone Community School District talks about the Boone School Board meeting. She reviewed the presentations on curriculum materials being considered for reading. Trepa also reviewed some of the preliminary numbers for enrollment. The official enrollment numbers will be determined on October 15th. The district is working toward a cashless entry for events and will continue to push for that option. Aired Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Holly Stecker, Director Downtown Boone Mainstreet, provides updates on Mainstreet activities, including ongoing training and recruitment of more people interested in supporting and work with the Downtown Boone effort. She updates information about the Downtown Arch project, including an update on the timing and traffic issues. She also reviews a very busy calendar of activities and events taking place in October. Aired Thursday, October 09, 2025. 2025 10 09 Downtown Boone Logo

Holly Stecker, Director Downtown Boone Mainstreet, provides updates on Mainstreet activities, including ongoing training and recruitment of more people interested in supporting and work with the Downtown Boone effort. She updates information about the Downtown Arch project, including an update on the timing and traffic issues. She also reviews a very busy calendar of activities and events taking place in October. Aired Thursday, October 09, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Holly Stecker, Director Downtown Boone Mainstreet, provides updates on Mainstreet activities, including ongoing training and recruitment of more people interested in supporting and work with the Downtown Boone effort. She updates information about the Downtown Arch project, including an update on the timing and traffic issues. She also reviews a very busy calendar of activities and events taking place in October. Aired Thursday, October 09, 2025.