SOUTHEAST IOWA TODAY With John Bain

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain visits with Pastor of Eicher Emmanuel Mennonite Church of Wayland, Iowa, Josh Wenger. Pastor Josh addresses the conspiracies of Christmas being associated with pagan duping claiming Jesus was just a man or a myth. Those conspiracies are debunked and Pastor Josh shares why December 25, is a great day to celebrate the birth of Jesus. The secula...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain, John attends the Henry County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Henry County Courthouse in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Since it was the first Thursday of the month it was also time once again for the Department Head Meeting. Here’s what was on the agenda: Approval of Agenda; Approval of Minutes; Approval of Claims; Department Head Meeting; Super...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain brings his audience EXCLUSIVE coverage of the Brighton City Council Meeting and the swearing in of Mayor-Elect Bill Farmer and City Council Woman-Elect Kathy Rich along with the entire City Council Meeting. It all happened December 1, 2025.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain shares the Henry County Watchmen LLC’s Letter of Support, for reimbursing Henry County Iowa Deputy Carlos Lopez his attorney fees after Judge Thomas Reidel finds that Deputy Lopez was wrongfully and unlawfully placed on the Brady-Giglio List by Henry County Iowa Attorney Darin Stater.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain takes you to Davenport, Iowa where on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Southern Holiday Train stopped and brought Holiday cheer to the Mississippi Valley along with some great entertainment! On this episode you’ll see performances from Smashmouth, video courtesy of John’s friend, Mike Mudd, and JJ Wilde! The 2025 C...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain remembers Rush Limbaugh in this Tribute to him and the true meaning of Thanksgiving. John shares the true story of Thanksgiving as Rush did for his audience each year, in Rush’s words. So, watch this episode in the spirit it is intended, to honor a great man and to share the true meaning of Thanksgiving.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain continues his Thanksgiving week tradition by bringing you Thanksgiving Day Dad Jokes! You might not be the best cook or table setter but you can be the best joke teller this Thanksgiving by learning these Thanksgiving Day Dad Jokes from John Bain. They are sure to bring smirks, groans and chuckles to your Holiday gathering. To get your Southe...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Henry County Iowa Board of Supervisors Meeting at the Henry County Courthouse in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Here is what was on the agenda: Approval of Minutes; Approval of Claims; County Engineer Jake Hotchkiss, Weekly Update, Motion – Henry County Road Department Compensation Schedule; 2025 City/School Elections - 2 Tier Canvass of V...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Jefferson County Iowa Board of Supervisors Meeting at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Fairfield, Iowa. Here’s what was on the agenda: Acknowledge minutes; Discuss and consider abatement of taxes on parcel 10 02 101 001 for Jefferson County Conservation; Meet with Courthouse Maintenance Supervisor; Meet with County Engineer; Dis...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain visits with Executive Director of the Southeast Iowa Resource Center (SIRC) Amber Gavin. Amber shares how SIRC came upon its new location at 906 Broadway, West Burlington, Iowa. She also shares how you can become a volunteer and how you can donate to this organization that helps so many in need. Right now, SIRC could use the following in the...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain is back in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, at the Henry County Courthouse where the Henry County Board of Supervisors held their weekly meeting. On the agenda: approval of agenda; approval of minutes; County Engineer Jake Hotchkiss weekly updates, approval of Resolution Temporary speed limit on old highway 34; approval of resolution # 33-2025 inter fun...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain goes Day Trippin’ with Bob DeWitt to the Swedish American Museum in Swedesburg, Iowa! The guys take you along as they get a great tour from Director & Docent of the Swedish American Museum Trish Woepking. If you would like more information about the museum, give them a call at 319-254-2317.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Henry County Board of Supervisors Meeting at the Henry County Courthouse in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. On the agenda for the meeting: Approval of agenda; Approval of minutes; Approval of claims; Department Head Meeting; County Engineer Jake Hotchkiss weekly update; Henry County Snow Removal Bids; Supervisors' sub committees and pub...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain visits with Pastor of Grace Community Church in Washington, Iowa, Darren Brown. Pastor Brown shares information on the upcoming 4th Annual Fundraiser diner & Auction to be held at The Hope Center on the corner of South B Avenue & W. Jefferson Street in Washington, Iowa, on Friday, November 14,2025 at 6 PM.  To learn more about this mi...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain reads and shares the November 3, 2025, E-File to the Jefferson County Clerk of District Court from Plaintiff Judy Heisel vs. Jefferson County, Iowa, Chauncey Moulding (individually and in his official capacity), Lee Dimitt(individually and in his official capacity), Susie Drish (individually and in her official capacity), Dee Sandquist (indiv...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain discusses the upcoming Cruzin Fundraiser Car Show & Bake Sale in Memory of Dale Clark with Richland, Iowa, resident Deek Dodge. Deek shares some memories of Dale and gives the details for the upcoming fund-raising event. All proceeds will go to Dale’s wife Stacy Clark. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 9AM-2PM,...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain heads to Brighton, Iowa, where Tommy’s Helping Hands is giving away free potatoes. 3000 lbs. of free potatoes! Connie Blosser-Emry shares how folks can get their free potatoes and how this all came about. The interview took place on October 23, 2025, but please remember if you would like some potatoes there may still be some to be had. Watch...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain brings podcast excellence to his audience in the form of a conversation with country music writer and former Nashville musician, living legend Bobby Fischer and Washington, Iowa, songwriter Dave Morris! The two have teamed up and share what they are doing now together in Nashville as well as Wilton, Iowa, native Bobby Fischer shares stories a...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain visits with Brighton, Iowa, City Council Candidate Kenny Shearon. Kenny shares his thoughts on how he can contribute to the City of Brighton by being its next new City Council Member. The conversation took place October 23, 2025.  

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain sits down with Mount Pleasant, Iowa, Mayoral candidate Kasey Conrad. Kasey Conrad shares her vision for Mount Pleasant and answers several questions from John including her thoughts on her YouTube video where she states, “Meanwhile, the GOP has mastered a message that speaks directly to a specific demographic. Mainly white, mostly conservativ...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain sits down with Mount Pleasant Community School District Board Candidate Craig Hurd. Craig shares his thoughts on how he can contribute to the Mount Pleasant Community School District. It all happened October 25, 2025.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Henry County Board of Supervisors weekly meeting. On the agenda: Approval of agenda; approval of minutes; approval of claims; County Engineer Jake Hotchkiss weekly updates; Fremont Avenue culvert replacement bid opening; Treasurer DVH Credit Refund Error, Letter; Public Hearing and First reading of traffic code enforcement Ordinan...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Washington Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum. The event took place in the Nicola-Stoufer Room at the Washington Public Library in Washington, Iowa. Attendees heard from the Washington County Auditor Tammy Stewart, and uncontested Candidates Mayor of Washington, Iowa, Millie Youngquist and Washington City Council Ward 2 Jennine W...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends a community prayer at the Henry County Courthouse in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, where around 40 local Henry County Citizens gathered to pray. Melanie Patton of Henry County stated that God had placed it on her heart to gather together as a community to pray. Pray for wisdom, guidance & favor for our cities and towns, our country, our s...

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance Government Relations Committee and KILJ Radio Mayoral Candidate Forum. Incumbent Mayor Steve Brimhall and challenger Kasey Conrad answered questions from Executive Vice President of Mount Pleasant Chamber Alliance and Moderator Rachel Lindeen. It all happened October 16, 2025.