Inclusive Playgrounds and Rummage Rampage
Originally broadcast 08/09/2019
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The program featured Joshua Thompson, parks and facilities superintendent for the City of Ames, talking about the Miracle League Field and Inclusive Playground project, the Brookside Park restroom-renovation project, plans to build a new clubhouse at the Homewood Golf Course, and plans for Edwards Park. He also discussed the ongoing ash tree-removal project in Ames -- necessitated by an invasion of Emerald Ash borers.
Also appearing today were Merry Rankin, who is the sustainability director for ISU and sustainability coordinator for the city of Ames; Susan Gwiasda, public relations officer for the city; and Bill Schmitt, resource recovery superintendent for the city. All discussed the success of the recent Rummage Rampage.
Maggie Westvold ended the broadcast with her ongoing "Minutes with Maggie" segment.
Maxwell, CO2 and Nutrition, Agroforestry, Tim Ryan
Originally broadcast 08/07/2019
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A road trip to the Old Settlers Days parade in Maxwell introduced the civic pride and historical significance of this small Iowa town including several interviews with local citizens.
Then Jerry Hatfield, Laboratory Director of the National Laboratory for Agriculture and the Environment, explored the effects of CO2 on the nutrition of Iowa crops. That led to a discussion of Agroforestry with Luke Gran of Prudenterra, a comany that works with landowners to restore prairies, pastures, and woodlands.
And finally we heard from Tim Ryan, recent presidential candidate, talking about regenerative agriculture, workers' issues, and children's questions.
Print Journalism, Rummage Rampage
Originally broadcast 08/02/2019
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Today's program featured Michael Crumb, the editor of the Ames Tribune, discussing the future of print journalism, the impact of President Trump's attacks on the press, and the importance of local newspapers. He also talked about how the Tribune interacts with other area newspapers, including the Story City Herald, the Nevada Journal, the Tri County Times and the Boone News-Republican.
Guest Susan Gwiasda, the public relations officer for the City of Ames, talked about the ongoing Rummage Rampage, the city's SunSmart solar program and the September 10 bond election for the Healthy Life Center.
KHOI is hiring: Full-time Operations Manager
KHOI is hiring a full-time person (no benefits) to help manage the studio and broadcast facilities. KHOI’s Studio Operator works with the people and equipment that makes community radio possible in Central Iowa. It’s an interesting and challenging position that requires technical, managerial and social skills.
Cultivation Corridor, Rural Industries, Salisbury House
Originally broadcast 07/31/2019
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Billie Hunt told us about Iowa's Cultivation Corridor and its work to develop partnerships between Iowa farmers or small towns with innovative companies throughout the world. Dustin Ingram, from Ames Economic Development Commission gave us several examples of such developments throughout Story County.
Adam Mason from Citizens for Community Improvement told us about the history of purpose of that organization's recent state convention, Ending on a lighter note, Cynthia McClure shared the fun of her participation in a dramatic "murder dinner" at Salisbury House.
Rummage Rampage, Erv Klaas, Cabin Coffee
Originally broadcast 07/29/2019
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Dennis Hart gives a rundown of Iowa news.
Rummage Rampage is in full swing! We hear voices from the city-wide rummage sale that re-purposes the things area residents are discarding to keep them out of the landfill. Proceeds from the sales go to support local service groups, including KHOI! Great place to: bring your extra stuff or get great deals on items you can use - while supporting our community's service groups. The rummage sale is located at the Ames Intermodel Facility (the bus depot in campus town) and runs all week from noon to 6 PM and on Saturday from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Parking is free.
Erv Klaas, of the Ames Climate Action Team, reviews local and national state of addressing climate crisis.
An introduction to a new business in town - Cabin Coffee, located on 13th Street near the interstate. We hear from the owners.
Little Free Pantry and the Ames Progressive Alliance
Originally broadcast 07/26/2019
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Today's program featured an interview with Pastor Kurt Jensen of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Story City, talking about the Little Free Pantry that was recently dedicated. The pantry offers non-perishable food items to those in need, in addition to paper products, school supplies, diapers, and personal-care items. The pantry is at 510 Pennsylvania Avenue in Story City.
In addition, the program featured members of the Ames Progressive Alliance, interviewing Brad Freihoefer, the director of the Iowa State University Center for LGBTQIA+ Student Success.
Learning Farms, SunSmart in Ames, and Amaranth
Originally broadcast 07/24/2019
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Our show today started with a compilation from the July 23 City Council Meeting with voices 0f Mayor John Haila, Don Kom, Council Members David Martin, Amber Corrieri, Bronwyn Beaty-Hanson, as well as Erv Klaas speaking for Ames Climate Action team. The unanimous vote to proceed immediately to build SunSmart was followed by the more divisive issue of net metering. The balance of our program dealt with Land Conservation with Jacqueline Comito, Program Director for Iowa Learning Farms, describung various methods they use to foster conservation methods among Iowa farmers. In addition, we spoke with Michelle Young, Jackie's recent guest from the Sustainable Farm Project at National University of Australia comparing the two endeavors.
Our final guest, David Brenner, introduced us to the amazing varieties of amaranth, experienced as "the perfect pest" in some parts of the US, and as a valuable national food source in Mexico.
Lights of Liberty, Amazing Grace Lemonade Run
Originally broadcast 07/22/2019
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Dennis Hart gives a rundown of Iowa news of the past week.
Some of the comments made by speech-makers at the "Lights for Liberty" rally held in Nevada Iowa last week, to bring attention to concerns over schedules raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) aimed at detaining and deporting people accused of remaining in the US without visas. The Story County jail has contracted to house people being detained and deported. Speakers included: Jamet Colton, Rick Exner, Maria Alcivar, and County Supervisors Lauris Olson and Linda Murken.
KHOI producer and reporter Joy Beadleston speaks with Grace McCunn, the remarkable teenager who has distinguished herself as a humanitarian and successful philanthripist, raising funds for the Blank Hospital in Des Moines. She was recently the subject of an award-winning film and recipient of U.S. Cellular's "The Future of Good" award for under 16 years of age. McCunn is planning the 3rd annual Amazing Grace Lemonade Race to raise funds on July 27.
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