Let’s Talk Pella – KNIA – KRLS

Director of Visit Pella Ann Frost previews the Kerstmarkt Dutch Christmas Market and the Christmas Tour of Homes. Learn more here.

Noa De Leeuw and Aniek Verwoert Greijdanus High School and Ellie Johnson and Maggie Vos from Pella Christian High School talk about their experiences from the Iowa portion of the reciprocal exchange program between the two schools that took place this month, and the excitement for the upcoming experiences in the Netherlands in March. 

Mayor Don DeWaard, Bob Zylstra with the Spirit of Pella board, Jessica Klyn de Novelo with Pella Corporation, Tricia Vermeer with Vermeer Charitable Foundation, and Dr. Ian Campbell discuss the new ice rink chiller at Caldwell Park.

Pella Opera House Executive Director Cyndi Atkins discusses the Pella Opera House’s 125th Anniversary Open House coming up on November 8th, as well as some of the history about the opera house building.

Montessa Brown with Hearthstone in Pella talks about the Friendship League, a new group in Marion County for adults with special needs.

Cast members Jarett Fox, Noah Golliet, Lily Wackerly, Grace De Haan, and Asher Swanson of the Pella Christian middle school production of Ever After discuss their three performances on November 7th and 8th.

Crossroads of Pella Executive Director Jim Hibma and Assistant Director Chris Allen discuss several upcoming programs for the non-profit organization both this week and into the Christmas holiday season.

Members of the Pella FFA Horse Judging Team preview their upcoming trip to Nationals.

Pella Historical Museums Executive Director Jessi Galligan discusses completion of the On Track for Success fundraising campaign and upcoming events with the organization.

Tracey Huckstep with Beaming Belly Bakes and Candace Thersby with the Pella Farmers Market board discuss the ongoing events every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. until October 30th.