129: Birds of a Feather, North Liberty Together
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, all it takes to connect with nature is a quiet moment and a handful of seed. Wild Birds ...
128: Loteria, Better than Bingo
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A warm meal, a welcoming space, and a full calendar of community events—this local spot offers mo...
127: Say it Forward
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some kids just need a little extra support to unlock big potential. At Enrichment Therapy & Learnin...
126: Morning Radio with a Local Frequency
19 Sep 2025
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Every weekday morning, Clare Duffy and Eric Hanson step into the studio and start a conversation ...
125: Third Generation, First-Hand Care
29 Aug 2025
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In a shop filled with colorful, vibrant life and memories, Jordyn Christopherson brings generations ...
124: A Brick, a Beam, a Ballard
08 Aug 2025
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Inside one of North Liberty's oldest buildings, architect Andrew Ballard is designing what's next. W...
123: The Answer My Friend is Wattage from the Wind
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than half of Iowa's energy comes from the wind, which is significant and worthy of rerunning th...
122: It Takes a Village… and a Sense of Humor
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting is equal parts joy, chaos and mystery. For North Liberty dad, Kyle Sommers, it was also t...
121: Flavor by Design
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Authentic flavor. Bold design. A drive to bring something truly different to the table. Restaurateu...
120: Helping to Find Your Best Self
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the archive in recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Each year in the U.S. one i...
119: From the Ground Up
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Regenerative practices aren't just for sprawling farms or big operations – they can start in a ba...
118: A Guiding Light
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With autism, the signs of aren't always easy to read. Behavioral indicators can be conflicting and ...
117: All Art is Fine Art
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Often, when people think of art, they do so with a capital "A". Images of en plein air painters, th...
116: Ready to Work
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the archive: Cory and Kim Nelson moved to North Liberty for his career and opened Next Level...
115: A Little Peace of Mind
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Insurance, it's necessary but is often overwhelming. What needs coverage, how much, if you need to u...
114: It's Simple and It's Meaningful
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With all that most people have going on, and so few hours in the day to do it, cooking takes a sizab...
113: Friend of the Youth
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether arranging flags several times a year along the avenues, churning out innumerable pancakes f...
112: Neighbors Helping Neighbors
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are bound together by humanity, a shared need for compassion and support, and we are best able ...
111: It's Good to Talk About It
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's always a good time to talk about mental health. Here's one from the archive where we do just th...
110: Stick With the Game Plan
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Benjamin Franklin once said, "An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." So then, turning ...
109: Be Strong – Stay Strong
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From serendipitous beginnings, an unexpected job offer has become nearly thirty years of helping ot...
108: Keep the Fire Burning
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we cross over into Autumn it's a nice time to sit outside around a fire pit and check out this ep...
107: The Cherry of Old Town
16 Aug 2024
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In Old Town, there is a new shop inside an old building full of new - and some vintage – clothing...
106: Say Yes to the Dress
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many details needing attention when getting married it can easily become overwhelming....
105: In the Absence of Water
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As concerns with Iowa's water quality continue to grow, here is a relevant episode from the archive....
104: 404 and Found
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Computers have been integrated into nearly everything. Most of us who know enough to get by don't e...
103: It's In the Name
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Childcare is increasingly difficult to come by. Not only is it in high demand with limited availabi...
102: How Can I Get You On My Side?
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being a comedian is no joke. It's a lot of hard work putting in the hours on stage, traveling, mark...
101: Everything is a Taco
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing bridges cultures and brings people together like fun, fresh, delicious food. Emilio Estrada...
100: Na zdraví! Prost! Cheers!
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With so many different types and styles as well as delivery methods and fun little processes for au...
99: We Don't Do X-Rays
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the time of phone books, clever business names using letter/number combinations would ensure a t...
98: Have a Ball
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teamwork makes the dream work and individual instruction is helpful as well. Whether as a group, or...
97: As a Community for the Community
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to become overwhelmed by options for giving. With so many charities and so much need, it c...
96: Santa Says, "Merry Christmas!"
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He sees you when you're sleeping, he knows when you're awake, he knows if you've been bad or good, s...
95: Cultivating Joy and Communication
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It can be difficult to know whether a challenging behavior is an indicator of some deeper lying con...
94: LEAP and the Net Will Appear
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting into higher education has its own learning curve and is especially challenging when going i...
93: Seniors on the Move
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot that goes into moving, whether it's cross-country or just to the other side of a care ...
92: Geeks, Games and Social Gatherings
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another episode from the vault. As we enter into fall, and the weather continues to cool down, what ...
91: Tamale Time!
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to cook authentic Latin cuisine but not sure where to get all the unique ingredients? Maybe yo...
90: At the Heart of it All
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trendsetting experiential patio dining, a new wave of craft beers, and a multitude more taps than m...
89: Grow Green and Give Back
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the 85 years of operating here in Iowa – more recently expanding into several neighboring stat...
88: No Sleep, Only Hustle
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's always a goal, or goals plural, as Libby Nachtrieb takes her talents and runs with them. Ex...
87: Bone-in Pork Butt
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With North Liberty Blues & BBQ rapidly approaching it feels appropriate to bring this episode out of...
86: Let's Go Ride a Bike (Again)
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's nearing the end of National Bike Month, but that doesn't mean you have to stop riding. Check o...
85: We Are All As One
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While the question of where we go once we die remains contentious, there is an answer for where our...
84: All Things Good Food
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A passion for food led the way as three friends, all chefs, decided to follow their shared dreams a...
83: Like Father, Like Son
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes time to pass the torch the hope is that the person receiving it will be as dedicated ...
82: *Tweet* Walk!
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here's one from the archives, and well timed as North Liberty's aquatic center is presently looking ...
81: Just Place One Foot in Front of the Other
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mental health issues are the often overlooked and frequently misunderstood challenges that can affec...
80: Seeing is Believing
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It takes a village to raise a child, and nowhere is this more visible than in the efforts of the Lio...
79: It's Like Pulling Teeth
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At the intersection of science and construction is oral surgery, at least for Dr. Kyle M. Stein of N...
78: The Idea Factory
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Where might one find a technologist developing a new VR project mingling with a healthcare professio...
77: Do Something Big
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With a continuously growing list of things to do, insider benefits from partnering organizations, an...
76: "A" is for All Things Art
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The creative process is for many an act of exploration and self-discovery. For artist Kimberlee Rocc...
75: Street School is Cool
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A young person's education doesn't stop at the end of the school day, and that's where United Action...
74: The Answer My Friend is Wattage from the Wind
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Iowa is second in the U.S. for the production of wind energy and stands mightily with the top produc...
73: In the Absence of Water
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Too often one doesn't know the value of something until it's gone. When it's a large body of water u...
72: Each One Worth a Thousand Words
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What began as mild fascination with pictures in youth quickly evolved into an all-consuming passion....
71: Keep the Fire Burning
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Of the many uses for fire, whether cooking, heating, illumination, even as ambient decoration, Spoti...
70: Libations for All Occasions
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While the competition is stiff – like a stiff drink – Johncy's Liquor Store offers a wide array ...
69: Every Move You Make
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For the challenge of tracking wildlife in real time while not necessarily in the vicinity of, resear...
68: Fun is Number One!
15 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In his retirement Mickey Mantle is quoted as saying, "Nothing's ever been as fun as baseball." When ...
67: Don't Sweat It, Just Say I Do
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to become quickly overwhelmed when planning a wedding. There are so many details even with...
66: Designing Light
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to take lighting for granted when it comes to designing a space. Whether it's a remodel or...
21: Hand-Packed Hard Work
12 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peggy Cullivan has been working with ice cream for two and a half decades. All of it at Heyn's, the...
65: Best Dressed in the Midwest
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It can be difficult when shopping for clothes to find comfort, style, and a full range of sizing. Fa...
64: What Do You Wanna Do With Your Life?
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a program for middle and high schoolers that helps guide them through future career options....
63: Bon A-pet-treat!
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What began as an effort to provide more holistic, better food options and products to pet owners qui...
62: Take a Bite Out of Dine
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The delivery economy has only grown over time, though not everyone has their own drivers to run good...
61: Workin' at the Car Wash
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Boasting enough fancy high tech to make NASA stop and take notice, and with sustainability and commu...
60: Have Style, Will Travel
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do many of the folks from the MLB Field of Dreams event, Chris Soules from The Bachelor, news a...
59: Take Time to Heal
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Remember being young and seemingly impervious to injury, or, if injured, able to just walk it off? D...
58: With Enough Space to Dream
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How many of us can boast our first job as being with the National Aeronautics and Space Administrati...
57: Small-Town/Small Animal Feel
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having a pet is no small undertaking. They require continual care that quickly adds up in cost, and ...
56: Let Them Hear and Be Heard
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While not fixed to any specific age, hearing loss is most often experienced by those 60 and older. D...
55: Make Your Mark
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The reasons for getting a tattoo are often as individual as the person choosing to do so. Javier Sil...
54: Movement is Medicine
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is often the case that pain makes us want to stop doing everything until the pain goes away. Troy...
53: Meeting You Where Your Needs Are
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No two people are the same, even when their circumstances are similar, and so care should be as uniq...
52: Helping to Find Your Best Self
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Each year in the U.S. one in five adults will experience a mental illness. Physician assistant and c...
51: It's Good to Talk About It
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The science says it's important to be good to oneself, but that's not always easy. Doctor Todd Verho...
50: Nimble, Whatever the Field
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does playing football and data management have in common? According to Trevor Bollers, who was ...
49: Sing Your Heart Out
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everyt...
48: A Golden Ticket to the Chocolate Studio
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does metal sculpting, enamel work, and artisan chocolate all have to do with one another? Anne ...
47: From Brush Trimmers to Bounce Houses
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to grind out a stump, lay a new floor, till your garden or cut down a tree? How about doing...
46: A Mix of Style & Design
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Being mostly at home and often indoors because of the pandemic has many of us looking more closely a...
45: Shave and a Haircut, Yes Please
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Family is grown by the addition of those friends made along the way. For co-owners Donald Wrightsell...
44: Let's Dance!
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone braves following their passion that it can be their primary focus in life. But Debut D...
43: The Story Starts Here
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"It was a rainy night in November" could either be the opening to a story, the start of a new chapte...
42: Tae Kwon Do, or Do Not, There is No Try
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martial Arts is not all Karate chops and flying kicks, it's about tempering the self through discip...
41: Deeper Than a Surface Level Industry
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After being in the hairstyling industry for over a decade, Sarah Davis decided it was time to open h...
40: Play to Learn
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With around two decades in education, director of the Tamarack Discovery School, Katie Christiansen...
39: A Seat for Everyone at the Table
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
During a period when most businesses were seeking equilibrium from the crisis of the COVID-19 pande...
38: Keep the Assembly Line Running
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When her business activities came to a halt due to the constraints of social distancing, Michele La...
37: Ready to Return Home
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are all having to make sacrifices during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially those individuals on t...
36: To Feed a Community
10 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kaila Rome, executive director of the North Liberty Community Pantry, says that through the difficul...
35: Care Comes First
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Adam Brown at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital Pediatrics Clinic reminds...
34: Finding a Place to Call Home
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Realtor Ashley Bermel came to Iowa while looking for somewhere to call home and now helps others to...
33: I, You, We Run
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Tharp, the owner of We Run, found his passion in running but when it comes to challenges he d...
8: Connecting a Community
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Deisbeck has over thirty years at tinkering with phones, wiring homes and businesses, getting ...
32: More Than Just the Poses
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Beth McClelland has taken her passion for self-care and turned it into a business spanning eight yea...