Creighton University Economics Professor Dr. Ernie Goss analyzes the latest Rural Mainstreet Index report, a survey of bank CEOS in a 10-state region.

Shenandoah native Chuck Offenburger, former Des Moines Register "Iowa Boy" Columnist, shares his memories of KMA ahead of the station's 100th anniversary station this weekend.

Clarinda School Superintendent Jeff Privia recaps Wednesday's Clarinda School Board meeting, including the district's scores in the Iowa School Performance Profile scores released this week.

Shenandoah Mayor Roger McQueen recaps Tuesday night's Shenandoah City Council meeting, updates the city's water situation in comparison with Clarinda's recent water issues, and updates the city's preparations for Shenfest.

Shenandoah Fire Chief Justin Marshall, Fire Department Treasurer Jeff Armstrong and KMA General Manager Ryan Matheny preview Saturday's traditional Shenfest pancake feed, moved to KMA this year to help celebrate KMA's 100th anniversary.

Shenandoah High School Principal Ty Ratliff comments on the high school's ranking in the U.S. News and World Report's Best High Schools survey, and on preparations for Shenandoah High School's Homecoming Celebration next week.

Glenwood School Superintendent Nicole Kooiker updates the renovation of the former Glenwood Resource Center's Building 103 for the school district's use.

Iowa Senator Joni Ernst discusses her decision not to seek reelection in 2026, and about her bill designed to reduce the high costs of fertilizer for farmers.

Essex and Hamburg School Superintendent Gregg Cruickshank recaps school board meetings in both communities, including discussion regarding facilities issues at Essex, and a continuing construction project in Hamburg.

Stanton and Fremont-Mills School Superintendent David Gute discusses the upcoming bond issue vote in the Stanton School District, and recaps the Fremont-Mills School Board's regular monthly meeting.