The Grapevine Program on Creston Radio airs every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:05 am.

It features talks with individuals from across the Creston Radio listening area about community events and issues.

 

Grapevine Program

1-31-12

Guests: Pat Butcher, Betty Wallace

It's time to order daffodils to benefit the American Cancer Society. Orders will be taken until February 20. Daffodils will be ready for pick-up March 12-13.

Guest: Tiffany Johnson

Adair County Health System, with the help of Jennie Edmondson Hospital Breast Cancer Center and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure will host a FREE Breast Cancer Screening Clinic Thursday, February 9, 5-7 p.m., at the Adair County Medical Clinic in Greenfield.

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Highights of the latest news from the Creston Chamber of Commerce. Thursday, February 9, 5-7 p.m., is Midnight Madness around town.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

1-31-12

Guests: Larry Otten, Maggie Downs, Audra Rehmeyer, Jacob Cook, Cassandra Batten

Creston Middle School students, along with Mr. Otten and Ms Downs, talked about their upcoming science fair March 15, describing their projects. Also talked about on-line journals and high-tech classroom aides.

Guest: Brian Zachary

The latest from Creston:ARTS. A new exhibit will open this week featuring the work of two local photographers at the Creston Gallery. There will be a “Meet the Artist” Friday, Feb. 3, in conjunction with other activities in Uptown Creston.

 

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

1-24-12

Guests: Brad Weis, Jordyn Walsh, Lane Miller

Creston FFA members joined the program to discuss the FFA Chapter Challenge. Learn more at www.FFAChapterChallenge.com.

Guest: Brad Baker

Creston Elementary Principal Brad Baker joined the program to discuss a number of happenings at the school including the plan to change the grading scale for elementary students.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

1-19-12

Guest: Amy Rieck

Amy Rieck returned for one last visit before the start of the Live Healthy Iowa 100-Day Challenge on January 23. To register for LHI, visit www.LiveHealhtyIowa.org.

Guest: Pam Vogel

East Union Superintendent Pam Vogel stopped by to discus the district's new elementary school building. Vogel also provided more information on the new initiative to post video of each board meeting, and invited the public to a planning meeting on Thursday, February 16.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

1-17-12

Guest: Jeff Bevins

Creston Schools Activities Director Jeff Bevins stops by to discuss a number of calendar items at the schools including the All-School Play, Disctrict Tournaments in bowling, basketball and wrestling, the list of available scholarships for seniors and Little All-State for high school vocal music participants.

Guest: Raquel Linch

Raquel Linch of the Southern Prairie YMCA previewed the Aerobithon on Friday form 5:30 to 8. Participants will get the opportunity to preview a number of the classes available at the YMCA.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

1-10-12

Guests: Taylor Gibson & Ben Mullen

Creston High School students Taylor Gibson and Ben Mullen update listeners on their World History Class with Mr. Hayes. Gibson and Mullen discuss their current projects and what they find most interesting about the class.

Guest: Jaelyn Dobbs

Jayelyn Dobbs of the Area 14 Agency on Aging previews the upcoming Support Group meeting at the Alzheimer's Office (228 N Pine) in Creston. These meetings take palce on the 2nd Saturday of each month. For more information, call (641) 782-4040.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

1-5-12

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Ellen Gerharz of the Creston Chamber of Commerce welcomes the new members of the Board of Directors and previews the upcoming Legislative Coffees on January 28, February 25 and March 24.

Guest: Kim Oaks

Kim Oaks, Coordinator in the Continuing Education Department at SWCC, provided a large list of the classes and workshops available for area residents this semester.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

1-3-12

Guest: Barb Fuller

ISU Extension Nutrition & Health Program Specialist Barb Fuller joined the program to preview the Small Steps to Health & Wealth programs offered in Corning on January 12 and February 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

12-29-11

Guests: Vonnie Kinkade & Monica McCarthy

Vonnie, Chairperson of the Union County Republicans, and Monica, Chairperson of the Union County Democrats, both joined Grapevine to preview Tuesday's caucuses. Republicans in the five Creston precincts will meet at Creston Middle School. The Afton and Arispe precincts will meet at the East Union High School in Afton. The Lorimor precint will meet at the Lorimor Community Building. All Union County Democrats will meet in SWCC Room 220. Caucus times are 7 PM for both parties and all precincts.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

12-20-11

Guests: Amy Rieck & Jacki Steffen

Amy, Human Resources Coordinator at Greater Regional Medical Center, and Jacki Steffen, YMCA Executive Director, joined Grapevine to provide further information on the Live Healthy Iowa 100 Day Challenge. The challenge begins on January 23. Learn more at LiveHealthyIowa.org.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

12-8-11

Guests: Sally Gaire & Priscilla Perry

Southwestern Community College music students Sally and Priscilla join the program to preview their holiday concert at 7:30 PM Sunday, December 11, at the SWCC Performing Arts Center.

Guest: Marsha Wilson

Marsha from Iowa Works discusses the upcoming job fair from 10 AM to 2 PM Thursday, December 15.

Guest: Jaelyn Dobbs

Jaelyn stopped by to preview this weekend's meeting of the Caregiver Support group. The group will be watching the DVD Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

12-6-11

Guest: Michelle Tullberg

Michelle of the Lenox Chamber of Commerce stopped by to preview Wednesday's Recipe Night in Lenox. 28 businesses all over the community will have bite-sized treats to sample. Participants will also have the opportunity to take home a recipe card to try the recipe themselves.

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Ellen thanked all involved in last week's lighted Christmas parade and fireworks show. Ellen also anounced the winner's of this month's Hi-Fives and Gold Star Business.

Guest: Carol Woosley

Carol of the Greenfield Business Women joined the program to talk about this weekend's Chocolate Fair Extraordinare at Hotel Greenfield. The event is similar to a cookie walk. Area businesses, including restaurants, will have specials throughout the day. Call the Greenfield Chamber Mainstreet at (641) 743-8444 for more information.

Listen: Audio From Thursday's Grapevine

12-1-11

Guests: Julie Weissharr, Hannah Finehout & Angie Rounds

This trio from Crest Area Theatre preview their production of T'was The Night Before Murder December 9-11 at The Iowana in Uptown Creston. This is an interactive performance where the audience plays the investigators. Tickets are available at the Creston News Advertiser.

 

Guest: Colleen Gangestad

Colleen stoped by to discuss this weekend's Angels Rejoice community Christmas concert at the high school auditorium in Creston. Proceeds from the performance will support the Union County Ministerial Alliance Crisis Fund and the MATURA Friends and Family Program. The concert is Sunday, December 4 at 1:30 PM.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

11-29-11

Guest: Brian Zachary

Brian returned for his monthly visit to the Grapevine program to preview the December show at the Creston:Arts Gallery. The show will feature the artwork of Brian Mullin, an artist from the Corning area. Mullin's work features scenes from the Book of Revelations, as well as portraits and scenes from around Southwest Iowa. The Creston:Arts Gallery is located inside the restored depot in Uptown Creston.

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Ellen of the Creston Chamberof Commerce stopped by to preview this weekend's No Place Like Creston For The Holidays celebration. The festivities kick off Thursday will a quilt show, an apperance by Santa at the depot and a parade. For more information, visit crestoniowachamber.com.

Guest: Vickie Hodge

Vickie Hodge of the Rural Iowa Crisis Center joined Grapevine to discuss the Homeless Home Tour. This is in place of the center's usual Holiday Home Tour. The RICC is asking for donations of $10. Their goal is to reaise $1,400 during the holiday season.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

11-22-11

Guest: Marilea Mullen

Marilea of the Mercy Health Foundation joins us to discuss the Light of Hope. This fundraising effort seeks minimum donations of $20 for a light to be placed on a Christmas tree at Mercy Hospital. The donations may be made in honor of a loved one, a neighbor, etc.

Guest: Linda Kilgore

Linda of the Rural Iowa Crisis Center discusses the Festival of Trees at the Quilts and Other Notions Creative Center in Uptown Creston. The Festival of Trees will be part of this year's "There's No Place Like Creston For The Holidays" celebration from December 1 through December 3.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

11-17-11

Guests: Loretta Kelly & Irene Conklin

Loretta and Irene of the Afton Community Club preview the upcoming Afton Arts & Crafts Extravaganza happening Saturday, December 3 at East Union High School in Afton. The event will feature 40 vendors from all over the area.

Guest: Katie McIntyre

Katie McIntyre of HCI Care Services discusses options for those seeking hospice and pallative care. November is Hospice and Pallative Care month.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

11-15-11

Guest: Dianne Osmun

Diane Osmun previewed the Friends of the Library Holiday Cheer Event coming up on Saturday, December 3 at Salem Luthern Church in Creston. The event will feature a program with images of Creston, based on Diane's book Images of America: Creston. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the library or from any friends board member.

Guests: Janna Steed & Brian McIntire

Janna and Brian of the Union County Ministerial Alliance join the Grapevine Program to discuss the Carolathon event scheduled for 5 to 6:30 p.m. December 1 at The Iowana. The event is a fundraiser for the Alliance's crisis fund. Carolathon will feature a unique pledge system. If you'd like to see a group perform at Carolathon, you may pledge $50. If you'd like to see a soloist perform, you may pledge $25. If you'd simply like to hear your favorite carol sung, you may pledge $10. Call Janna at (641) 782-7169 to make advanced pledges.

Guest: Jeff Bevins

Creston Schools Activities Director Jeff Bevins ran down a schedule of upcoming events for the winter season. For a full list of winter season events, visit www.creston.k12.ia.us.

Guest: Morgan Chapman

Morgan Chapman is the 2011 Creston Chamber of Commerce Youth of the Year Award Winner. Chapman spoke about high school, the wide variety of programs and organizations she's involved with and her plans for college next year.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

11-10-11

Guest: Gary Borcherding

Gary Borcherding, on behalf of Endow Union County, previews an upcoming with those who may have, or are seeking, endowments within Union County. The seminar will take place 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 15 at Three Mile Lodge.

Guest: Annette Rice & Tabitha Reasland

Annette and Tabitha from the Greater Regional Medical Center join Grapevine for their monthly visit. Annette previews the last jewelry sale of the season, one of many fundraisers for the Greater Regional Medical Center Auxilary.

Guest: Kevin Scadden

Kevin Scadden of Union County Veteran Affairs and a 24-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, discusses the importance of Veterans' Day. Scadden also describes Veteran Affairs and how it can help veterans seeking assistance.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

11-8-11

Guest: Jaelyn Dobbs

Jaelyn Dobbs of the Area 14 Agency on Aging provides details on the upcoming lectures by Vicki Kind, author of The Caregiver's Path to Compassionate Decision Making. Kind's first appearance will be 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 17, in room 105 of the science building at Graceland University in Lamoni. Kind's second appearance will be from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, November 18, in room 220 at Southwestern Community College. Both events are free to the public.

Guests: Creston Middle School Students

Harley Bristow, Emma Saylor, Taylor Sorrels, Catherine Daily joined the program Tuesday to preview Friday's Veterans Day program at Creston Middle School. The program will feature a parade of veterans, a skit using wartime letters to and from U.S. service men and women, a memorial wall and a hero wall. The program is scheduled for 9 a.m. Friday in the commons area of the Creston Middle School.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

11-3-11

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Ellen Gerharz of the Creston Chamber of Commerce previewed the upcoming ribbon cutting of The Iowana at 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 17. The Iowana is now open for occupancy. At last report, 12 of the 24 newly renovated apartment accomdations have been rented to seniors in the area.

Guest: Mark Weis

Mark Weis, secondary principal at East Union High School, previewed this weekend's high school fall play titled Wooing Wed Widing Hood. Weiss also informed listeners of a unique schedule change at the schools next week. Schools will close at 12:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Classes willl resume regular schedule on Wednesday. There will be no school on Thursday or Friday.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

11-1-11

Guests: Brian Zachary, Callie Anderson, Raquel Linch

Topics included the Day of the Dead exhibit at the Creston:ARTS gallery. The PTO Carnival, school literacy nights, Creston Elementary and Middle School SINA designations and a new way to get word about school closings.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

10-27-11

Guests: Emily Stults, Sydney Suiter, Jaedon Foreman

Creston Middle School students visited the station to preview next month's Veterans' Day program at 9 a.m. on Friday, November 11 in the Middle School commons area. Starting Monday, Ocotber 31, students will be accepting photos, letters and personal messages from fallen veterans, or those currently serving in the military for a Rememberance Wall and Hero Wall. These items can be brought to the middle school office. The items will be photo-copied for use in the project.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

10-25-11

Guests: Logan Angelo, Adam Bochart, Andy Smith

Logan, Adam and Andy joined Grapevine to discuss a handful of Halloween Events this weekend, sponsored by Creston E.A.S.T. Halloweenpalooza 4 is Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. and is open for all children under age 13. The middle school dance is scheduled for Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the high school, followed by the high school dance from 9 to midnight. The weekend wraps up with the Haunted House at the old Lincoln Elementary fron 6 to 8 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. to midnight on Saturday and 6 to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

Guest: Jesse Bolinger

Grapevine regular Jesse Bolinger of Techie Paws stopped by to discuss an upcoming event for the organization. Pickin' For Paws is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, November 11, at Adams Street Espresso in Uptown Creston. The event will feature musical performances by local talents Ron Vandevender and Jesse Bolinger.

Guest: Vickie Hodge

Vickie Hodge from the Rural Iowa Crisis Center Joined the program to discuss the history and importance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Vickie also previewed the candle light vigil and presentation Tuesday evening at Salem Luthern Church.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

10-20-11

Guests: Julie Weishaar & Ron Vandevender

Julie and Ron joined the program to preview the upcoming Crest Area Theater performances of Twas the Night Before Murder December 9-10 at The Iowana in Uptown Creston.

Guest: Laura Pellman

Laura stopped by to preview this weekend's spaghetti supper and carnival at St. Malachy, sponsored by the St. Malachy PTO. The dinner begins at 4:30. The carnival begins at 5:30.

Guest: Marsha Wilson

Marsha Wilson joined the program to discuss an upcoming job fair this Tuesday, October 25, at the Iowa Works office in Creston. Schwan's, Advance Services and Swine Graphics are the featured employers. The job fair runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

10-18-11

Guest: Judy Woods

Judy joined the program to promote National Friends of the Library Week. The Friends are celebrating with the Friends-y Chocalate Walk in uptown Creston. Participants will travel to 14 businesses, receiving a chocalate treat at each establishment along the way. The Chocolate Walk is Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m.

Guest: Sue Teutsch

Sue stopped by to discuss the upcoming Presbyterian Church bazaar in Creston. The bazaar is scheduled for Friday 3 to 7 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a quilt raffle, silent auctoin, food vendors and a variety of other activities for visitors to enjoy. The Presbyterian Church is located at 702 West Prairie.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

10-13-11

Guest: Jan Knock

Jan of Iowa State Savings Bank joined Grapevine to address listeners on the importance of saving at a young age. ISSB is hosting a video contest for young people called Lights, Camera, Save. For more information, visit issb4me.com.

Guest: Heather Scarberry

Heather joined the program to discuss this Saturday's Benefit for Cheryl Bird at The Elks Lodge in Creston. Cheryl was recently diagnosed with stage four lung cancer and is currently undergoing treatment in Iowa City. She is expected to remain in Iowa City for some time. The benefit will feature a meal beginning at 5 p.m. and an auction with Darwin West at 6:30.

Guest: Annette Rice

Annette from the Greater Regional Medical Center Auxilary discusses the Gift Connection at GRMC. The gift shop has begun selling holiday items. These products help raise funds for the hospital. Annette also reported on last month's jewelry sale, which raised $2,200. This means shoppers purchased over $11,000 at the sale.

Guest: Deena Wells

Deena of the Warren Cultural Center in Greenfield provided a progress update on the construction at the WCC. Deena also shared news from the center's programming committee and an update on the $100,000 Jeffris Family Foundation.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

10-11-11

Guest: Todd Jackson

Creston Fire Chief Todd Jackson joined Grapevine to discuss Fire Prevention Week. Jackson talked extensively about the fire department's work with over 1,200 students at area schools. The fire department will host an open house and pancake dinner at the station in Creston tomorrow evening, October 12, from 5 PM to 7 PM.

Guest: Jaleyn Dobbs

Jaleyn Dobbs of the Area 14 Agency on Aging previewed two events next month during National Caregiver Month. On Thursday, November 17, Graceland University in Lamoni will play host to a Dialog and Desert event in room 105 of the science building. Nursing students from the area, as well as members of the community are invited to attend. On Friday, November 18, Southwestern Community College in Creston will host the Family Caregiver Conference in room 220.

Guest: Jeff Bevins

Creston Schools Athletic Director Jeff Bevins stopped by to give an update on Creston's fall activities season. The fall season is nearing completion. Click here for a full list of activities.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

10-6-11

Guest: Ruby Stephens

Ruby stopped by to discuss the 140th anniversary of the Platte Center Presbyterian Church south of Creston. There will be a church service at 10:30 AM Sunday, a dinner at noon and a program with guest speakers at 1:30 PM.

Guests: Chuck Irelan & Jackie Steffen

Chuck and Jackie joined the program to discuss the Start Somewhere Walk in Creston starting at noon on Friday, October 7. Jackie also discussed the YMCA Wine Tasting and Auction Fundraiser happening Saturday at the Supertel Inn and Conference Center in Creston.

Guest: Brian Zachary

Brian discussed what visitors will see inside the Creston:Arts Gallery this month. The Art of Bobby D, a collection of abstract paintings, is on display. An artist reception will take place Friday, October 7, from 7 to 9 PM. Brian also previewed the final Farmer's Market of the season taking place Monday, October 10.

Guest: Chad Goings

Chad joined Grapevine to preview the Free To Breathe 5K Run and Walk happening this Saturday at Raccoon River Park in West Des Moines. The event is a fundraiser for lung cancer awareness.

Listen: Audio From Thursday's Grapevine

10-4-11

Guest: LouAnn Snodgrass

LouAnn stopped by to address some of the concerns members of the Creston community have about the recent Homecare Hospice merger with Iowa Health Homecare.

Guest: Carissa McFarland

Carissa joined the program to preview two breast cancer awareness events sponsored by Farmer's Co-Op. The first event this Saturday, Racing For A Cure, will be a barrel race located at the Travis Family Arena in Creston. The second event next Saturday, Paint The Trails Pink, will be a trail riding at Lake of 3 Fires near Bedford.

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Ellen previewed both the Start Somewhere Walk and the Taste of the Town events happening Friday, October 7. Ellen also thanked the industries that call Creston and Union County home.

Guest: Chris Mansour

Chris joined Grapevine to discuss the READS program, an intiative that gathers volunteers to help first graders at Creston Elementary and St. Malachy Schools with their reading skills. Two educational sessions for interested volunteers are scheduled for next week, one on Monday from 6-7 PM and one on Thursday from Noon to 1.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

9-29-11

Guests: Janna Steed & Brian Zachary

Janna and Brian visited KSIB to discuss the upcoming Fiesta Del Arte Mexicano (Mexican Arts Festival) this weekend at the Creston:Arts Gallery. Items from Chicago native Carol Cross's collection will be on display and on sale Saturday from 1-4 p.m. and Sunday from 2-5 p.m. A meal, catered by Casa De Oro, will cap off the weekend at the Congregate Meal Site from 4:30-6 p.m. The Creston:Arts Gallery is located inside the restored depot in Uptown Creston.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

9-27-11

Guest: Warren Woods

Creston Mayor Warren Woods joined the program to discuss the Remembering Our Fallen photo exhibit making its way to Creston today. The photo exhibit features photos and personal items from 76 soliders who lost in their lives in service since 9/11.

Guest: Lynne Schlaht

Lynne joined Grapevine to discuss the Crop Walk taking place Sunday, October 2, at the Shelter House near the Southern Prarie YMCA in Creston. The walk will feature a 2-mile, 4-mile and 6-mile route. The Crop Walk is a fundraiser sponsored by the Union County Ministerial Alliance to assist those in need after disasters. In addition, 25 percent of the funds raised comes back to Union County.For more information, contact Lynne at (641) 782-2400.

Guest: Scott Driskell

Creston Elementary Dean of Students Scott Driskell stopped by to preview the upcoming Elementary Carnival on Friday, November 4. Driskell also talked briefly about the school's PBIS discipline system.

Guests: Tom Lesan & Mark Roberg

Tom and Mark stopped by to preview the High Lakes Outdoor Alliance Banquet on October 6. Various ticket packages are available. For more information, call Dave Riley at (641) 344-6624. The pair also discuss an upcoming shooting range project in the works at 3-Mile lake and the recently released walleye at Green Valley State Park.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

9-20-11

Guests: Shane Sorensen & Marsha Wilson

Shane Sorensen from the DES Employment Group and Marsha Wilson from Iowa Works stopped by to talk about the mini job fair taking place today at the Iowa Works office in Creston.

Guest: Jay Slight

Creston High School Principal Jay Slight discusses the ACT scores of the class of 2011. Jay said, since as long as he can remember, the Creston High School seniors scored at or above the state average in all ACT testing areas.

Guest: Raquel Linch

Raquel joined the program to discuss a wide variety of fitness classes at the Southern Prarie YMCA, as well as the upcoming season for the Sting Rays Swim Team.

Guests: Julie Weisshaar & Brian Zachary

Julie and Brian stopped by to discuss the High Lakes Leadership Initiative in Union County. The HLLI aims to help 'students' learn leadership skills through a program beginning January 25, 2012. Nominations are due by September 30. For more information, contact UCDA Director Wayne Pantini at (641) 782-2003.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

9-15-11

Guest: Chris Coke

Chris Coke, representing Creston:Arts, was the lone guest on the program. Chris spoke about the Creston:Arts inititive to bring more art to the community. Chris said Creston:Arts is looking to expand its program to feature art in Uptown businesses, as well as businesses all over Creston. The grand opening of the Creston:Arts Gallery inside the restored depot is scheduled for this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature art from Creston Shutterbug Photography.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

9-13-11

Guest: Judy Woods

Judy Woods stopped by to preview the Friends of the Library Used Book Sale taking place at Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall in Creston this Friday and Saturday during Balloon Days weekend.

Guest: Jaleyn Dobbs

Jaleyn Dobbs, Family Caregiver Specialist at the Area 14 Agency on Aging joined the program to discuss National Caregiver Month coming up in November.

Guests: Marj Kinkade & Bonnie Riepe

September 17-23 is Constitution Week, celebrated across the United States. Marj Kinkade and Bonnie Riepie, representing the Daughters of the American Revolution, discussed the Constitution and how a document created over 220 years ago remains important to this day.

Guest: Bill McAlpine

Bill McAlpine joined the program to discuss the first-ever Lenox Civil War Reenactment, scheduled to take place September 30 through October 2.

Guests: Ellen Gerharz & Roger Lanning

Ellen Gerharz and Roger Lanning stopped by to preview the 34th Annual Creston/Southwest Iowa Balloon Days Festival this weekend in Creston.

9-8-11

Guests: Tabitha Reasland & Annette Rice

Tabitha thanked Greater Regional Hospice and Home Care volunteers. Tabitha will take part in the annual Hospice and Pallative Care Association's Volunteer Recognition. A Greater Regional volunteer will be honored at the event.

Annette shared results from the Greater Regional Auxilary's golf tournament in August. The golf tournament raised $13,500.

Guests: Ginny Kuhfus & Ellen Paullin

Ellen and Ginny discussed recent rennovations to Hotel Greenfield and an upcoming Pajama Party coming up on September 30 at the Hotel, sponsored by Greenfield Chamber Mainstreet.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

9-6-11

Guest: Brad Baker

Creston Elementary School Principal joined Grapevine to discuss the support of the Parent/Teacher Organization and how interested people can become involved. Brad also promotes the upcoming school carnival on November 4.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

9-1-11

Guest: Cena Danielson

Cena discussed the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, September 10. The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the nation's largest event to bring awareness of a disease that, according to the Alzheimer's Association, affects 69,000 Iowans.

Guest: Les Elliot

Les joined Grapevine to promote the annual Labor Day Celebration this coming weekend.

Guest: Ellen Gerharz

Ellen previewed the upcoming Balloon Days event in Creston. Ellen also presented the Yard of the Month, Area of the Month, Flower Pot of the Month and Hi-Five awards.

Guest: Cath Howe & Deena Wells

Cath and Deena gave listeners a progress report on the Warren Cultural Center restoration in Greenfield and provided more information on the Jeffris Family Foundation grant. The Jeffris Family will provide the WCC with a $50,000 grant if $100,000 is raised by the end of the month.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

8-30-11

Guest: Scott Driskel

Dean of Students at Creston Elementary, Scott Driskel, joined the program to discuss the bus schedule at the elementary, as area students return to school. Scott also spoke briefly about elementary student seating at Panther football games.

Guests: Terri VanGelder & Jessie McClellan

Success Coordinator Specialists Terri and Jessie speak about the Success Program at Creston Schools, a program to promote positive social behaviors and academics for at-risk students.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

8-18-11

Guest: Doug Jones

Doug joined Grapevine to discuss the upcoming Lamoni Civil War Days and Living History. This year marks the 150-year anniversary of the start of the civil war. Learn more at www.civilwardays.org.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

8-9-11

Guest: Kevin DeBoer

Kevin DeBoer stopped in to promote the 2nd Annual DeBoer Family Disc Golf Tournament this Saturday, August 13, in Creston. The 36-hole tournament will be played at McKinley Park and Southwestern Community College in Creston. Tee-off is 10 a.m. Saturday at McKinley Park

Guest: Joe Jordan

This Saturday, be on main street in Lenox for the ABATE Motorcycle Show. There will be a live band, free food and drinks. Organizer Joe Jordan welcomes riders to compete with their bikes in six different categories including best custom paint, oldest bike and more. The event starts at noon on main street in Lenox.

Guest: Jaleyn Dobbs

Jaleyn Dobbs of the Area 14 Agency on Aging joined the program to preview the Older Iowans Idol Contest coming up next Wednesday, August 17 at the Iowa State Fair. Dobbs also discussed seniors' fear of falling and programming offered by the Area 14 Agency on Aging to assist with fall prevention.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

8-4-11

Guest: Jeff DeYoung

Jeff DeYoung joins the program to discuss his position as Agriculture Editor at the Iowa Farmer Today. DeYoung visited KSIB Radio on Wednesday to meet with Kathy and Jeannie of Creston Radio's Everyday Living program. Be sure to check out their interview in the Iowa Farmer Today this weekend.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

8-2-11

Guest: Tiff Johnson

Tiff Johnson of Adair County Health System joined the program to discuss the annual Adair County Health Foundation wine tasting event at 5 p.m. this Friday at Wine and Roses in Greenfield.

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

7-28-11

Guest: Jesse Bolinger

Jessie Bolinger of Techie Paws joined the program to discuss two upcoming fundraising events - Tips for Techie Paws at Pizza Ranch in Creston on Wednesday, August 31 from 5 - 7:30 p.m. and Pickin' For Paws at Adams Street Espress in Creston on November 11. For more information, visit www.techiepaws.org.

Guest: Rich Paulsen

Rich Paulsen joined Grapevine this morning to promote the McKinley Park Festival happening this Saturday at McKinley Park in Creston. Events include the fishing contest with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m., the Bill Riley talent show beginning at 2:00 and live music by Barcode, Roulette and Bad Blood starting at 4:00 at the band shell.

Listen: Audio from Thursday's Grapevine

 

7-26-11

Guests: Marsha Wilson and Michelle Wilson

Marsha and Michelle from Iowa Works joined the program Tuesday morning to discuss the youth programming offered by Iowa Works, as well as the EIC Luncheon taking place today at Pizza Ranch in Creston. For more information, call the Creston Iowa Works office at (641) 782-2119.

 

Guests: Cath Howe and Deena Wells

Cath and Deena discuss the current status of the Warren Cultural Center restoration project in Greenfield. The Warren Cultural Center is hosting hard hat tours of the construction site during their Farmer's Market Dinner on Thursday evening starting at 5 p.m. For more information about the restoration project, visit warrenculturalcenter.com or call Deena at (641) 343-0933.

 

Listen: Audio from Tuesday's Grapevine

7-21-11

Guest: Kayla Barber

2010 Miss Rodeo Lenox Kayla Barber appears on the Grapevine Program to promote the 2011 Lenox Rodeo beginning tonight at 6:30 PM in Lenox. The Lenox Rodeo is a 10-time URA Rodeo of the Year.

Guest: Derek Lumsden

Derek Lumsden of the Adams Community Chamber of Commerce disscusses the Lazy Days of Summer events in Corning beginning Friday, July 29. For more information, call Derek at (641) 322-3243 or visit adamscountyiowa.com.

Listen:Audio From Tuesday's Grapevine Program

 

Grapevine Program

7-19-11

Guests: Michelle Tullberg and Jim Miller

Michelle Tullberg with the Lenox Chamber of Commerce and Jim Miller with the Lenox Rodeo discuss the Old Fashioned Fun event on Wednesday at 5:30 PM in Lenox with the annual Rodeo parade at 7:00 PM. Old Fashioned Fun will kick off a full weekend of fun at the Lenox Rodeo, which begins Thursday evening at 6:30 PM.

Listen:Audio From Tuesday's Grapevine Program