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Pheasant Season Safety Advice for Hunters, Non-Hunters

Pheasant hunting season in Iowa is set to open over the next two weekends. That’s Heidi Reams, naturalist with Floyd County Conservation, who also cautions non-hunters out hiking or taking …

10-18
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“No Kings” Peaceful Rally Saturday  (10.18) in New Hampton

Some 100 people attended a “No Kings” rally in Charles City’s Central Park in June. Organizer India May is looking for a similar turnout Saturday (10.18) in front of the …

10-18
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KCHA News Podcast for Friday, October 17, 2025

KCHA News Podcast for Friday, October 17, 2025….segment 1 KCHA News Podcast for Friday, October 17, 2025….segment 2 Note: some information may be time sensitive and some events may have …

10-17
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Highway 3 Bridge Replacement Projects in Northeast Iowa Nearing Completion

A pair of northeast Iowa bridge construction projects are nearing completion. Pete Hjelmstad with the Iowa DOT’s Mason City office says the Highway 3/Bremer Avenue bridge over the Cedar River …

10-16
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KCHA News Podcast for Thursday, October 16, 2025

KCHA News Podcast for Thursday, October 16, 2025….segment 1 KCHA News Podcast for Thursday, October 16, 2025….segment 2 Note: some information may be time sensitive and some events may have …

10-16
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Floyd County Izaak Walton League’s Randy Vandeventer Previews Annual Chili Supper with New Venue and Menu

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER: Randy Vandeventer with the Floyd County Izaak Walton League stops by to talk about big changes for this year’s annual …

10-16
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Iowa DOT’s Pete Hjelmstad: Lansing Bridge Closing Monday, Ferry Service Nears Launch as DOT Updates North Iowa Road Projects

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER: Iowa DOT’s Pete Hjelmstad shares the latest North Iowa Road Report, including details on the upcoming closure of the Lansing …

10-16
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Chickasaw Event Center Partnership Gala Set for November 16th

The Chickasaw Event Center is getting ready for one of its biggest stand-alone fundraising events, according to CEC board member Chip Schwickerath. The Gala is set for Sunday, November 16th …

10-15
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KCHA News Podcast for Wednesday, October 15, 2025

KCHA News Podcast for Wednesday, October 15, 2025….segment 1 KCHA News Podcast for Wednesday, October 15, 2025….segment 2 Note: some information may be time sensitive and some events may have …

10-15
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PAWS Pet(s) of the Week – Marvin, Marshall & Ted: Three Playful Black Kittens Ready for Adoption in Charles City

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER: Jacie Peichel from PAWS Humane Society introduces Marvin, Marshall, and Ted—three 3-month-old black kittens who stole the show in studio. …

10-15
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KCHA News Podcast for Tuesday, October 13, 2025

KCHA News Podcast for Tuesday, October 13, 2025….segment 1 KCHA News Podcast for Tuesday, October 13, 2025….segment 2 Note: some information may be time sensitive and some events may have …

10-14
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Satellite Voting Available to Cast Ballots on Charles City High School Bond Referendum

A $30 million bond referendum to pay for renovations, upgrades and improvements to Charles City High School will know its fate three weeks from Tuesday (10.14). During Monday (10.13) night’s …

10-14
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Floyd County Conservation Plans Hands-On Holiday Workshops and Fall Outdoor Programs

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER: Naturalist Heidi Reams from Floyd County Conservation shares details on upcoming November events like Etched in Nature glass etching, wreath-making …

10-14
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KCHA News Podcast for Monday, October 13, 2025

KCHA News Podcast for Monday, October 13, 2025….segment 1 KCHA News Podcast for Monday, October 13, 2025….segment 2 Note: some information may be time sensitive and some events may have …

10-13
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Groundbreaking Doc on Iowa Women’s Wrestling Includes Charles City’s Luft, Spillville’s Taylor

The Iowa women’s wrestling team made history as the first Power Five university to establish a varsity team, which included a pair of northeast Iowa natives. FloSports was there to …

10-13
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Deadline for Floyd County Community Foundation Grant Applications Wednesday (10.15)

The application period for grants from the Floyd County Community Foundation will come to a close at 5 pm this Wednesday (10.15). That’s Foundation board member Jen Burton, who encourages …

10-13
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North Butler School Officials Host Open House/Info Session on Upcoming VPPEL Vote

North Butler school officials host the first of two informational sessions Monday (10.13) night on a Voter-Approved PPEL (VPPEL) levy ballot measure. That’s first-year North Butler Superintendent Brian Boysen, who …

10-13
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New Hampton Police Department Hosts “Faith in Blue” Sunday (10.12)

The New Hampton Police Department is hosting it’s second “Faith in Blue” picnic this Sunday (10.12). Police Chief Conrad Rosendahl says the faith-based gathering is part of the NHPD’s approach …

10-11
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Charles City Fire Department Pancake Breakfast Sunday (10.12)

The Charles City Fire Department will host its annual Pancake Breakfast this Sunday (10.12) to cap off Fire Prevention Week. Volunteer Jan Augustine says proceeds will go towards department equipment …

10-11
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Charles City VFW to Host “Oktoberfest” Saturday (10.11)

The Charles City VFW will host its first-ever Oktoberfest this Saturday (10.11). The VFW’s Patrick Lumley says, in addition to lots of food and drink, there’s also contests for cash …

10-11
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