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Ondrea Elmquist, Boone City Administrator, talks about wrapping up the fiscal year and getting ready to move forward with projects planned for the new fiscal year, begins next Tuesday. She says some projects overlap the fiscal year, like work being done at the both the Water Works and the Water Environment Station. The city started infrastructure improvements at both plants in the past year and are expected to be completed in the new fiscal year. She said additional improvements tied to the Daisy Project are already getting underway. On the economic development side, she says the city is seeking developers that will focus on single family “affordable” housing. Aired Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

Ondrea Elmquist, Boone City Administrator, talks about wrapping up the fiscal year and getting ready to move forward with projects planned for the new fiscal year, begins next Tuesday. She says some projects overlap the fiscal year, like work being done at the both the Water Works and the Water Environment Station. The city started infrastructure improvements at both plants in the past year and are expected to be completed in the new fiscal year. She said additional improvements tied to the Daisy Project are already getting underway. On the economic development side, she says the city is seeking developers that will focus on single family “affordable” housing. Aired Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Ondrea Elmquist, Boone City Administrator, talks about wrapping up the fiscal year and getting ready to move forward with projects planned for the new fiscal year, begins next Tuesday. She says some projects overlap the fiscal year, like work being done at the both the Water Works and the Water Environment Station. The city started infrastructure improvements at both plants in the past year and are expected to be completed in the new fiscal year. She said additional improvements tied to the Daisy Project are already getting underway. On the economic development side, she says the city is seeking developers that will focus on single family “affordable” housing. Aired Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Dr. Allen Goben, Executive Campus Dean, DMACC Boone Campus, visits about his background and what he’s learned about the Boone Campus. Goben was familiar with the Boone Campus but that was from the early ’90s. He says he’s excited about the opportunities offered on the Boone Campus and looks forward to working with the team on the Boone Campus to continue offering those opportunities and helping students be successful. Aired Monday, June 23, 2025. DMACC Bears Logo

Dr. Allen Goben, Executive Campus Dean, DMACC Boone Campus, visits about his background and what he’s learned about the Boone Campus. Goben was familiar with the Boone Campus but that was from the early ’90s. He says he’s excited about the opportunities offered on the Boone Campus and looks forward to working with the team on the Boone Campus to continue offering those opportunities and helping students be successful. Aired Monday, June 23, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Dr. Allen Goben, Executive Campus Dean, DMACC Boone Campus, visits about his background and what he’s learned about the Boone Campus. Goben was familiar with the Boone Campus but that was from the early ’90s. He says he’s excited about the opportunities offered on the Boone Campus and looks forward to working with the team on the Boone Campus to continue offering those opportunities and helping students be successful. Aired Monday, June 23, 2025.
State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Chad Behn visit about the Carbon Pipeline Bill recently vetoed by Governor Kim Reynolds. The legislation addressed the use of eminent domain for a carbon pipeline and has been very controversial. Green talks about his position on matter and Behn talks about his concerns and the position he’s taken. Both believe the issue can be resolved, the question is how. Behn supports a Special Session, while Green believes legislation should be put together prior to having a Special Session. Aired Friday, June 20, 2025.

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Chad Behn visit about the Carbon Pipeline Bill recently vetoed by Governor Kim Reynolds. The legislation addressed the use of eminent domain for a carbon pipeline and has been very controversial. Green talks about his position on matter and Behn talks about his concerns and the position he’s taken. Both believe the issue can be resolved, the question is how. Behn supports a Special Session, while Green believes legislation should be put together prior to having a Special Session. Aired Friday, June 20, 2025.

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Read More Read more about State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Chad Behn visit about the Carbon Pipeline Bill recently vetoed by Governor Kim Reynolds. The legislation addressed the use of eminent domain for a carbon pipeline and has been very controversial. Green talks about his position on matter and Behn talks about his concerns and the position he’s taken. Both believe the issue can be resolved, the question is how. Behn supports a Special Session, while Green believes legislation should be put together prior to having a Special Session. Aired Friday, June 20, 2025.
Andy Bartlett, Manager, Ledges State Park talks about the activities taking place at the Ledges State Park. The downside, some of the recent rains have caused Canyon Road to be closed occasionally. There’s hope it will open by the end of this weekend. The Friends of the Ledges have a regular meeting Thursday evening. Work on the new restroom/bath house is running behind schedule. But Naturalist Emily Kucera is keeping busy with multiple programs almost every week. Aired Thursday, June 19, 2025. 2025 05 23 IA DNR Logo

Andy Bartlett, Manager, Ledges State Park talks about the activities taking place at the Ledges State Park. The downside, some of the recent rains have caused Canyon Road to be closed occasionally. There’s hope it will open by the end of this weekend. The Friends of the Ledges have a regular meeting Thursday evening. Work on the new restroom/bath house is running behind schedule. But Naturalist Emily Kucera is keeping busy with multiple programs almost every week. Aired Thursday, June 19, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Andy Bartlett, Manager, Ledges State Park talks about the activities taking place at the Ledges State Park. The downside, some of the recent rains have caused Canyon Road to be closed occasionally. There’s hope it will open by the end of this weekend. The Friends of the Ledges have a regular meeting Thursday evening. Work on the new restroom/bath house is running behind schedule. But Naturalist Emily Kucera is keeping busy with multiple programs almost every week. Aired Thursday, June 19, 2025.
John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Recycling. Roosa talks about a setback in efforts to redirect construction and demolition waste for Ames and Story County to Metro Waste. The agreement ends the end of June and it appears the material will once again come to the Boone County Landfill, slowing the county’s efforts to extend the landfill life. It’s an issue still be worked on. Roosa also talked about the upcoming increase in the rate per ton on July 1st. Aired Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Recycling. Roosa talks about a setback in efforts to redirect construction and demolition waste for Ames and Story County to Metro Waste. The agreement ends the end of June and it appears the material will once again come to the Boone County Landfill, slowing the county’s efforts to extend the landfill life. It’s an issue still be worked on. Roosa also talked about the upcoming increase in the rate per ton on July 1st. Aired Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

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Read More Read more about John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Recycling. Roosa talks about a setback in efforts to redirect construction and demolition waste for Ames and Story County to Metro Waste. The agreement ends the end of June and it appears the material will once again come to the Boone County Landfill, slowing the county’s efforts to extend the landfill life. It’s an issue still be worked on. Roosa also talked about the upcoming increase in the rate per ton on July 1st. Aired Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Elijah Stines, Boone Mayor talks about the City Council meeting held Monday, July 16th. He talked about the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements. The Council took action to reject the bid received and then took action to re-bid the project in the next several weeks. The improvements have been in the works for sometime and were planned infrastructure improvements on the nearly thirty year old plant. He also talked about the process being used to try and find a new city logo, working with the Arts Advisory Board. The Council voted to spend $4,200 to hire RPS Creative Group from Johnston to develop additional ideas. Aired Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

Elijah Stines, Boone Mayor talks about the City Council meeting held Monday, July 16th. He talked about the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements. The Council took action to reject the bid received and then took action to re-bid the project in the next several weeks. The improvements have been in the works for sometime and were planned infrastructure improvements on the nearly thirty year old plant. He also talked about the process being used to try and find a new city logo, working with the Arts Advisory Board. The Council voted to spend $4,200 to hire RPS Creative Group from Johnston to develop additional ideas. Aired Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Elijah Stines, Boone Mayor talks about the City Council meeting held Monday, July 16th. He talked about the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements. The Council took action to reject the bid received and then took action to re-bid the project in the next several weeks. The improvements have been in the works for sometime and were planned infrastructure improvements on the nearly thirty year old plant. He also talked about the process being used to try and find a new city logo, working with the Arts Advisory Board. The Council voted to spend $4,200 to hire RPS Creative Group from Johnston to develop additional ideas. Aired Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Holly Stecker and Dave Cook talk about the Boone Arch Reconstruction Project. They talk about some of the history of the arch, but also update what’s happening at this time. They talk about a funding gap for the project, which will continue moving forward. The arch would be located at the intersection of 5th and Story Streets. The dedication is already planned for September 18th. Aired Monday, June 16, 2025. Screenshot 2025-02-18 182349

Holly Stecker and Dave Cook talk about the Boone Arch Reconstruction Project. They talk about some of the history of the arch, but also update what’s happening at this time. They talk about a funding gap for the project, which will continue moving forward. The arch would be located at the intersection of 5th and Story Streets. The dedication is already planned for September 18th. Aired Monday, June 16, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Holly Stecker and Dave Cook talk about the Boone Arch Reconstruction Project. They talk about some of the history of the arch, but also update what’s happening at this time. They talk about a funding gap for the project, which will continue moving forward. The arch would be located at the intersection of 5th and Story Streets. The dedication is already planned for September 18th. Aired Monday, June 16, 2025.
Marty Lamoureux, Boone County Historical Board Member talks about the Society and the Historical Center. She noted there’s a Volunteer Appreciation date being planned for later in the summer. It would coincide with the new updated Fareway display and a display for merchants. Work is also underway on a Lincoln Highway display. More interviews are being recorded with Viet Nam Veterans in preparation for next November’s Veterans Display. Aired Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Marty Lamoureux, Boone County Historical Board Member talks about the Society and the Historical Center. She noted there’s a Volunteer Appreciation date being planned for later in the summer. It would coincide with the new updated Fareway display and a display for merchants. Work is also underway on a Lincoln Highway display. More interviews are being recorded with Viet Nam Veterans in preparation for next November’s Veterans Display. Aired Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Marty Lamoureux, Boone County Historical Board Member talks about the Society and the Historical Center. She noted there’s a Volunteer Appreciation date being planned for later in the summer. It would coincide with the new updated Fareway display and a display for merchants. Work is also underway on a Lincoln Highway display. More interviews are being recorded with Viet Nam Veterans in preparation for next November’s Veterans Display. Aired Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Dr. Julie Trepa, Superintendent, Boone Community School District. Trepa talks about the Boone School Board meeting. The Board was updated FAST assessment data, an update on the grading scale in Infinite Campus and a presentation on the findings and recommendations from Assistant High School Principle Justin Johnson on student attendance. Trepa also reported that the district has lost Federal Funding from Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Service for the Innovative Learning Project Services. The iJag program is tied to the district’s successful EDGE program. Aired Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

Dr. Julie Trepa, Superintendent, Boone Community School District. Trepa talks about the Boone School Board meeting. The Board was updated FAST assessment data, an update on the grading scale in Infinite Campus and a presentation on the findings and recommendations from Assistant High School Principle Justin Johnson on student attendance. Trepa also reported that the district has lost Federal Funding from Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Service for the Innovative Learning Project Services. The iJag program is tied to the district’s successful EDGE program. Aired Tuesday, June 10, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Dr. Julie Trepa, Superintendent, Boone Community School District. Trepa talks about the Boone School Board meeting. The Board was updated FAST assessment data, an update on the grading scale in Infinite Campus and a presentation on the findings and recommendations from Assistant High School Principle Justin Johnson on student attendance. Trepa also reported that the district has lost Federal Funding from Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Service for the Innovative Learning Project Services. The iJag program is tied to the district’s successful EDGE program. Aired Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
Jenn McEvoy, Outreach Specialists, Community and Family Resources, talked about participating in the Ericson Public Library’s Summer Reading Program Kick off Carnival and described some of the topics they covered. We talked about events slowing during the summertime, but services are still available. Aired Monday, June 09, 2025.

Jenn McEvoy, Outreach Specialists, Community and Family Resources, talked about participating in the Ericson Public Library’s Summer Reading Program Kick off Carnival and described some of the topics they covered. We talked about events slowing during the summertime, but services are still available. Aired Monday, June 09, 2025.

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Read More Read more about Jenn McEvoy, Outreach Specialists, Community and Family Resources, talked about participating in the Ericson Public Library’s Summer Reading Program Kick off Carnival and described some of the topics they covered. We talked about events slowing during the summertime, but services are still available. Aired Monday, June 09, 2025.