In a recent edition of River to River on IPR, Sheila Brummer discusses the trial of a north central Iowa man found guilty of killing an Algona police officer. She also provides updates on flood recovery and the impact on summer tourism in northwest Iowa. Des Moines Register reporters Virginia Barreda and Amanda Tugade join the host, Ben Kieffer, to talk about clearing out homeless camps in Polk County.
Brianne Pfannenstiel, chief politics reporter at the Des Moines Register, shares reactions from Iowa Democratic leaders regarding the uncertainty surrounding President Joe Biden’s reelection bid. State Representative JD Scholten recounts his experience stepping in as a last-minute replacement for the Sioux City Explorers baseball team, while Field Manager Steve Montgomery also joins the program.
IPR Studio One host, Mark Simmet, wraps up the show by getting listeners in the groove for the weekend. The diverse range of topics discussed in this episode highlights the important news and issues facing communities in Iowa. With expert analysis and firsthand accounts from key figures in the state, River to River continues to provide insightful and engaging content for its audience.
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