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Effigy Mounds to Host a Number of Events Through October
HARPERS FERRY, Iowa — September 12 | 7 p. m. The public is invited to join this special presentation on bats and bat conservation. Biologists from SWCA Environmental Consultants will give a presentation on general bat biology and discuss how bat surveys are conducted. The public will also be able to see and touch the netting and radiotelemetry equipment. The public will be able to observe the nets and any bats that are caught that evening. The biologists will show parti
Aug 184 min read


Thursday, Aug 6 Good Stuff
On the Thursday, August 6th edition of The Good Stuff, Mike Johnson spoke with Adrew Riemer about the Clayton County Fair Endowment If you have some good news to share call 245-1400 or (888) 245-KCTN or email us at KCTN@alpinecom.net and listen for "The Good Stuff" Monday through Friday at 7:30am on the KCTN Morning Show.
Aug 61 min read


Jean Ann Butikofer of Rural Farmersburg
A Family Service will be held at a later date.
Jul 172 min read


Over 80 New Foods Debut at the 2026 Iowa State Fair
A trip to the Iowa State Fair isn't complete without trying at least a few of the new food features, and ths summer there will be over 80 new ones to try. The fair recently released their list of new fare this year. The Iowa State Fair runs August 13th through the 23rd at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. The flavorful batch of the newest Fair foods will debut at the 2026 Iowa State Fair includes: 1776 Dubai Strawberries: We start out by cutting fresh strawberries,
Jul 814 min read


(LISTEN) Starmont Video for Eli Gets National News Coverage
Starmont Alum Keaton Moeller joined us on the Tuesday 6/2 edition of the "The Good Stuff" to give the background of the video that received 300,000 views from all 50 states and 5 countries, and eventually got the attention of NBC Nightly News. Here is the link to the segment that aired on NBC on Sunday, May 312st: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1990911418479703
Jun 31 min read


You've Been Flocked for a Great Cause!
If you’ve been wondering what’s with all the pink flamingos in the Guteenberg area, It’s actually a fundraiser to support the Family Resource Center. For 50 dollars, you can send a flock of 30 flamingos to someone’s yard with a sign that says “you’ve been flocked”. The flock will hang around your yard for the day spreading smiles and surprises then flies to the next location. Indoor flocks are also available to send to an office. The flocking fun goes through May 31st.
May 181 min read


Bringing Guttenberg Residents Together with Community Garden
Listen as Jackie Lee talks about the Community Garden project on the Friday, 5/8 edition of "The Good Stuff"
May 131 min read




Elkader City Wide Garage Sales
Thursday, June 4th - Saturday, June 6th Deadline to list your sale has passed MULTI-FAMILY SALE | Elkader Childcare & Learning Center 117 Gunder Rd | Saturdaay, June 6 8am to 4pm | Teddy Bear Mobile vendor onsite from 9am to 1pm to create your own stuffed animal! Food stand on site! Gently used daycare items, Books. Toys, Clothes, Kitchen items, Home decor, AND SO MANY MORE TREASURES! 101 2 nd st nw Elkader | Friday 800 am till 6pm, Sat 8 am till noon | Lots of Tupperware
May 113 min read


Elkader City-Wide Garage Sales
Fill out to form below to list your garage sale during the Elkader City-Wide Garage Sales June 4th - June 6th Deadline to list your garage sales is Wednesday, May 27th at 12:00 pm.
May 71 min read


Bob Meyer - A Passion For Volunteering & History
From the Monday, April 27th edition of "The Good Stuff" with Mike Johnson on the KCTN Morning Show we featured Bob Meyer of Giard, who is involved with several area organizations which keeps him busy and has helped connect the area to its past LISTEN HERE:
May 61 min read


A Song Request on a Paper Airplane Turns into a Viral Inspiration
A paper airplane, a song request, and one kind neighbor turned an ordinary afternoon into a moment that’s now inspiring millions around the world. In Lakewood, Ohio, 8-year-old Madeline Glynn heard something she loved drifting over the fence behind her home. Her neighbor was outside playing guitar. She wanted to make a request, but instead of interrupting or wandering into a stranger’s yard, she came up with a creative solution. A paper airplane. With help from her mom, Nata
May 52 min read


Angie Souli: Painting Pride in the Past Across McGregor
Angie Souli put her talent on a mural in a McGregor building and a piano in the park. Listen to the Tuesday, April 21st "Good Stuff with Mike Johnson" Click left or right arrows to see all photos.
Apr 301 min read






Administrative Professionals Day Winners
Congratulations to the winners of our Administrative Professionals Day Giveaway! Mike Johnson delivered cupcakes from Ma's Bakery in Bloomington, WI to the winners to make it an extra fun Administrative Professionals Day! Robin Lang - MFL MarMac McGregor Center Melissa Kelly & Melissa Buhlman, Kristy Salinas, Mary Peterson - NEIT Monona Jim Wilson & Janie Wille - Birdnow Chevrolet Monona Ariell Funk, Megan Stroschein, & Mickiela Blume - Garnavillo Mill Cathy, Audrey, Crystal,
Apr 141 min read




Some "Good Stuff" to Brighten Up Your Day: Here's A Dancing Bird
In the middle of one of the busiest places on Earth, a tiny bird has managed to do something remarkable, slowing New Yorkers down and bringing them together one quirky dance at a time. At Bryant Park, crowds have been gathering not for a concert or event, but for a rare visitor: the American Woodcock. Known for its unique, bobbing “dance,” the small, round bird has unexpectedly become the city’s latest feel-good sensation. People are showing up after work, pulling up chairs,
Apr 71 min read
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